Dr. George Kojo Owusu
Dr. Owusu is a distinguished healthcare leader and Emergency Physician Specialist with over 20 years of expertise in delivering high-quality emergency medical services. A Chartered Administrator and Clinical Lecturer, he holds a Master of Arts in Health Law and Ethics from the University of Ghana School of Law.
Prior to his current role, Dr. Owusu served as the Medical Director of Health Services at Takoradi Technical University. His previous appointments include Head of the Accident and Emergency Unit at Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital and Medical Superintendent of Axim Hospital. These roles underscore his deep-rooted commitment to advancing emergency care in Ghana.
As Chief Executive Officer of the National Ambulance Service, Dr. Owusu’s core responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic leadership for the delivery of pre-hospital emergency care nationwide
- Spearheading the development of a robust and integrated Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system
- Establishing and overseeing Ghana’s premier Paramedic and Emergency Care Training School
- Leading the training and capacity-building of Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics across the country
- Driving the nationwide expansion of emergency medical care services to ensure timely and equitable access