Dr. Ida Dzifa Dey MD, FWACP, FGCP, MSc, SCE (RCP)

Dr. Ida Dzifa Dey is a distinguished Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, where she also heads the Rheumatology Unit. She is a Lecturer at the University of Ghana, School of Medicine and Dentistry, and practices at the Advance Specialist Medical Centre and AKAI House Clinic. Dr. Dey's remarkable contributions to the field of rheumatology in Ghana are highlighted by her establishment of the country's first rheumatology clinic in 2009 at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Her dedication to improving rheumatology care led her to found The Rheumatology Initiative (tRi) in 2012, an NGO aimed at putting rheumatology on Ghana's health agenda and enhancing patient outcomes.

Dr. Dey's professional credentials are impressive. She holds an MSc in Rheumatology from Kings College London, a Fellowship from the West African and Ghana Colleges of Physicians, and a Specialty Certificate in Rheumatology from the Royal College of Physicians. Her advanced training includes a Clinical and Research Fellowship at University College London Hospitals and a Fogarty/New York University Cardiovascular research fellowship. She also completed a certificate in the EULAR online course in Rheumatology, underscoring her commitment to continuous professional development.

Her clinical expertise is matched by her leadership in medical education and research. Dr. Dey serves as the Training and Research Lead at the Department of Medicine at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and is the Training Coordinator for the West African and Ghana Colleges of Physicians. She is deeply involved in fostering academic leadership, staff collaboration, and career development, and she advocates for innovation in medical education to meet the evolving needs of students and society.

Dr. Dey's special interest lies in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and she has several peer-reviewed publications to her name. Her contributions to rheumatology have been recognized internationally, notably with the 2021 International Rheumatology Professional Award. She is an active member of the American College of Rheumatology and the African League against Rheumatism, participating in global efforts to advance the field.

As a pioneer in her field, Dr. Dey's work has significantly advanced rheumatology in Ghana, and her initiatives continue to impact patient care and medical education positively. Her vision and leadership ensure that rheumatology remains a vital and growing discipline within Ghana's healthcare landscape.

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