Dr. Abdul-Jalil Inusah BSc, MBChB, MPH, MPhil, MWACP, ISN Fellow, Cert Nephrol (SA)

Dr. Abdul-Jalil Inusah is a dedicated Senior Specialist Physician and Nephrologist with a strong commitment to improving patient health outcomes through proactive strategies and comprehensive medical care. Her extensive educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, along with postgraduate qualifications such as a Master of Public Health from the University of Ghana, and an MPhil in Nephrology from Stellenbosch University, South Africa. She has also earned certifications in Health Administration and Management from GIMPA, and a subspecialty in Nephrology from the College of Physicians in South Africa, where she excelled, passing the exit exam with distinction.

Throughout her career, Dr. Inusah has gained valuable experience in nephrology, working under the mentorship of leading nephrologists in both Ghana and South Africa. She has trained extensively in all aspects of nephrology, including kidney transplantation, peritoneal dialysis, and haemodialysis. Her skills in performing diagnostic procedures, such as kidney biopsies and PD catheter insertions, are noteworthy, having conducted close to 100 kidney biopsies during her training. Dr. Inusah is also actively involved in the research and education of medical registrars, contributing to the advancement of nephrology in Ghana and beyond.

In her current role as a Senior Specialist Physician/Nephrologist in the Renal Unit at the Directorate of Medicine and Therapeutics in Accra, Dr. Inusah plays a key role in the management of patients with kidney diseases, as well as in providing clinical guidance and leadership to her team. Her commitment to improving patient care is reflected in her involvement in various research projects, including her ongoing research into the predictors of contrast-associated acute kidney injury. Dr. Inusah is also a sub-investigator in the AMPLITUDE study aimed at improving the management of APOL1-mediated kidney disease.

In addition to her clinical and research work, Dr. Inusah is an active educator, serving as a lecturer at Family Health University Medical School and the University of Ghana Medical School. She regularly participates in training and development programs for healthcare professionals and delivers scientific presentations on nephrology-related topics at conferences and seminars. Her dedication to patient education and advocacy is evident through her volunteer activities, including her involvement in medical outreaches and public health campaigns, particularly in raising awareness about kidney diseases.

Dr. Inusah's professional affiliations include membership in the International Society of Nephrology, African Association of Nephrology, South African Nephrology Society, American Society of Nephrology, and the Ghana Kidney Association, where she holds leadership roles in various committees. Her leadership and expertise in nephrology continue to contribute significantly to the medical field, both in Ghana and internationally.

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