Dr. Edward Kofi Sutherland (MD, MPH, DrPH), a distinguished faculty member at Ensign Global University and Site Director for West Africa at the Center for Global Surgery, University of Utah, has been recognized among Ghana’s Top 10 Medical Experts at the prestigious China–West Africa Health Summit 2025, which was held from August 20th to 22nd, 2025, in Accra.
This honor celebrates Dr. Sutherland’s exceptional contributions to medical practice, research, and healthcare leadership, as well as his unwavering dedication to transforming healthcare outcomes in Ghana and across West Africa.
Leadership at the Oncology Forum
In addition to receiving this recognition, Dr. Sutherland chaired the Oncology Forum at the Summit, where he led compelling presentations and discussions on:
• Integration of AI in oncology
• Cancer prevention and early detection
• Treatment accessibility across Ghana and West Africa
• Health equity and strategic partnerships
The forum featured renowned guest speakers from leading institutions in Ghana and China, generating insights with the potential to influence cancer policy and clinical practice across Ghana and Africa.
Dr. Sutherland’s Reflection
“Being recognized among Ghana’s Top 10 Medical Experts and chairing the Oncology Forum has been a profound honor. This milestone underscores not just my personal journey but also the collective commitment of my colleagues and partners dedicated to transforming healthcare outcomes in Ghana and West Africa. It also reflects the significant role of Ensign Global University and the Center for Global Surgery, University of Utah, in advancing medical education, public health, and strengthening healthcare systems in the region.”
Dr. Edward Kofi Sutherland
About the Summit
Organized by the Health Community of West Africa Association (HCOWA) in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service, Ministry of Health, and Ministry of Trade and Industry, the Summit brought together hundreds of delegates from across Africa and Asia under the theme:
“Advancing Cancer Care through Innovation, Knowledge Exchange, and Strategic Partnership.”
The prestigious Awards Ceremony also celebrated exceptional doctors, nurses, pharmacists, hospitals, health associations, and healthcare institutions demonstrating outstanding impact in advancing health systems across West Africa.