MA, BSc, RN

Academic and Professional Qualifications: 

Diploma in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and a Master’s degree in healthcare management from UNICAF University.

Professional Experience:

Andries Olorato Gontshwanetse serves as Nurse Manager and Head of Paediatric Hematology and Oncology Nursing at the Botswana-Baylor Children’s Clinical Centre of Excellence, Princess Marina Hospital, Gaborone, Botswana.  He brings over twenty (20) years of nursing experience, including a decade of specialized practice in paediatric oncology and hematology. 

Research and Leadership Interests:

Research interests centre on patient-centred care, with particular emphasis on evaluating caregivers’ knowledge, attitudes, and practices in the management of chemotherapy-related side effects. He is deeply committed to strengthening paediatric oncology services through education, leadership, research, community engagement, and advocacy initiatives.

Contact Information:

Contact: +267 71750109 / +267 72705037

Email: [email protected]

BSc, RN, MGCNM

Academic and Professional Qualifications: 

Diploma in RGN, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Oncology Nurse Specialist (GCNM).

Professional Experience:

Gifty Ampadu is a compassionate Oncology Nurse Specialist at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, Ghana, with over 19 years of nursing experience, including more than two years in oncology practice. She provides comprehensive cancer care, including patient assessment, chemotherapy administration, palliative care, counselling, and patient education. She currently serves as Head Nurse of the Oncology Unit, playing a key role in nurse-led oncology services, multidisciplinary tumor board coordination, and cancer screening and awareness programmes. She actively participates in global oncology training initiatives and is committed to advancing quality cancer care and patient outcomes.

Contact Information:

Contacts: 0558170721/ 0503187909

Email: [email protected]

BSc, RN, MGCNM(ONS)

Academic and Professional Qualifications: 

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and a professional certificate in Oncology Nursing, and I am a registered member of the Oncology Nursing specialty under the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives.

Professional experience

I am an Oncology Nurse Specialist at Sunyani Teaching Hospital, Ghana. My work involves supporting cancer diagnosis, coordinating follow-up care, and facilitating referrals to ensure comprehensive patient management. I also engage in community outreach and media-based health education to promote cancer awareness. Additionally, I provide palliative care focused on symptom management and psychosocial support. 

Research and Leadership Interest:

My research interests include the psychological impact of living with cancer, with leadership interests in advocacy and health policy development.

Contact Information:

Contact: 0249296138

Email: [email protected]

BSc, RGN, Dip

I have over 10 years of experience working at various departments of the Ho Teaching Hospital in both medical and surgical departments. I served as the deputy ward manager during the covid 19 pandemic and currently the ward manager of the male medical unit, Ho Teaching Hospital, Ghana. Currently, I am in the last year of the M.Phil. Nursing Program at  UHAS. 

I also have certificates in leadership, entrepreneurship, and digital skills, and a leadership and preceptorship from UHAS. I am the founder and CEO of Caremi Home Care Services. Lead organizer of the BLS Project in the Internal Medicine Department.
 

Contact Information:
Contact: +233 544749365 
Email: [email protected]
 

BSc, RN, MGCNM(ONS)

Academic and Professional Qualifications: 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Valley View University, Oyibi, Accra. Oncology Nurse Specialist from the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives.

Professional Experience:

I have been practicing in the field of oncology for about three years. I also have seven (7) years of experience as a Registered Nurse after my undergraduate degree. Currently, I am the unit In- Charge of the Oncology Unit at the Adidome Government Hospital in the Volta Region of Ghana. I am primarily involved in breast and cervical cancer screening, patient education, and cancer awareness creation, both within the hospital and through community outreach programs. 

Research and Leadership Interest:

I am committed to patient-centered, evidence-based care and improving early detection and cancer outcomes, as well as mentorship in my community. 

Contact Information:

Contact: +233 2456 30047

Email: [email protected] 

BNSc, RNM, RON

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

Registered Oncology Nurse and Midwife with  BNSc from the National Open University of Nigeria.

Professional Experience:

I am a principal nursing officer with 15 years of experience. I am presently working at the chemotherapy suite at the National Hospital, Abuja, Nigeria. I ensure safe administration of cancer treatments, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiotherapy, before, during, and after the treatment. Also, I am a member of the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) under the department of cancer awareness and advocacy.

Research and Leadership Interest:

 I have a strong interest in Oncology Advocacy and patient navigation. 

Contact Information:

Contacts: +234 805 378 1319 / +234 808 191 3696

Email:  [email protected]

BSc, RM, MGCNM, SWWC, MID.

Academic and Professional Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in Midwifery from Valley View University, Ghana. Member of the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (Specialist Well Woman CareI have a certificate in Leadership and Management in Health-University of Washington, and Health Administration and Management from GIMPA.

Professional Experience:

 I have advanced expertise in the intensive care and management of women living with cancer. I currently serve as the Regional Quality and Safety Manager and Coordinator for Cancer Care within the Ghana Health Service Central Regional Health Directorate, Ghana, where I lead initiatives to strengthen patient safety, quality improvement, and coordinated oncology care. My work has significantly contributed to improving standards of cancer care for women across the region. In recognition of my professional excellence and impact, I have received one international award (Daisy Honoree-2025) and several local awards for leadership, innovation, and service in women’s health and oncology nursing. I am the Event Coordinator for GDN-A and National Loans Board Secretary, GRNMA.

Research and Leadership Interest:

I have an interest in capacity building for midwives in cancer care and continue to contribute to advancing maternal, child, and women’s health (All female related cancers) while bridging clinical care with public health practice for stronger, healthier communities. 

Contact Information:

Contact: +233207626508

Email: [email protected]

BSc, RGN, MGCNM(ONS)

Academic and Professional Qualifications: 

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the Central University College and a Diploma in Nursing from the Ho Nurses Training College. 

Professional Experience:

I am an oncology Nurse Specialist, working at the South Tongu Municipal Hospital, Sogakope, in the Volta Region of Ghana. I hold a Professional Certificate in Oncology Nursing and a registered member of the Oncology Specialty under the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives. My work within the municipality includes education, awareness creation, screening, diagnosis, referral for management, and follow-up care.

Research and Leadership Interests:

I aspire to become an innovative leader in oncology nursing.

Contact Information:

Contacts: +233 556055983 / +233 265953636

Email: [email protected]

MPH(Epidemiology), BNs, RNM, ROc

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in nursing and master’s in public health (Epidemiology) 

Professional Experience:

I am a clinical Radiation & Oncology Nurse, with 10 years working experience in the oncology chemotherapy suite, Oncology Clinic, Radiotherapy, and Oncology Emergency/High Dependency Units.  I manage the care of patients before, during, and after each fraction. I played a pivotal role in the commencement of the patient navigation programme under the BECON patient navigation programme of the American Cancer Society as the Principal Patient Navigator.

Research and Leadership Interest:

I have an interest in mentoring the upcoming nurses and clinical research 

Contact Information:

Contact: +234 07038839973

Email: [email protected]

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Academic and Professional Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing and a master’s degree in Maternal and Child Health Nursing from the University of Ibadan. 

Professional Experience:

I am a Lecturer in the Department of Maternal and Child Health Nursing at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria. She is one of the fellows of Data Science Africa for the year 2025 and a 2025 awardee of the Strengthening Institutional Capacity for Cancer Research by the Nigerian Institute of Cancer Research and Training. 

Research and Leadership Interest:

She is a Fellow of the Academy of Oncology Nursing (FAON) with research and leadership interests in survivorship care for women with cervical cancer. 

Email: [email protected]