Dr Nihad Salifu BSc, MBChB, MWACP, FGCPS (Pead Onc)

Dr. Nihad Salifu is a highly accomplished medical professional with a distinguished career in paediatric oncology and healthcare leadership. She graduated with a Degree in Medicine (MB.CHB) from the University of Development Studies (UDS), Tamale, and has since made significant contributions to the field of paediatric oncology in Ghana and beyond.

With a strong commitment to advancing healthcare and improving outcomes for patients, Dr. Salifu currently holds the position of Senior Specialist (Paediatric Oncology) at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Ghana. Her career is marked by extensive involvement in various medical organizations and initiatives, reflecting her dedication to making a difference in the field.

Dr. Salifu's impact extends across national and international levels. She serves as the Co-Chair of the Twinning and Collaboration Group of the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) & Paediatric Oncology in Developing Countries (PODC). This role highlights her leadership in fostering collaboration among medical professionals to enhance paediatric oncology care globally.

Furthermore, Dr. Salifu is a Committee Member for the Development of Newborn Standards for Ghana within the Ghana Health Service, showcasing her commitment to improving healthcare standards within the country. Her role as a National Facilitator for Newborn Resuscitation and Essential Newborn Care further underscores her dedication to training and capacity-building in healthcare.

Dr. Salifu's expertise also extends to education and training. She has served as a Facilitator for Paediatric Oncology Twinning Workshops and various other training sessions and workshops. Her commitment to sharing knowledge and mentoring the next generation of medical professionals is evident in her roles as a Part-Time Lecturer at institutions such as the Accra College of Medicine, Ghana College of Pharmacist, Ghana College of Nursing and Midwives, and Family Health Medical School.

Throughout her career, Dr. Salifu has been a prominent figure in international medical gatherings. She has attended and presented at numerous Seminars, Conferences, and Workshops around the world, including events such as the World Haematology Congress in London, UK, and the International Society of Paediatric Oncology (SIOP) Congress in Kyoto, Japan.

Dr. Salifu's journey in healthcare began with early roles as a House Officer at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and Princess Marie Louise Hospital in Accra. She completed her residency in paediatrics at the Department of Child Health, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, before taking on roles as a Medical Officer and Specialist Paediatrician at La General Hospital and Princess Marie Louise Hospital, respectively.

Dr. Nihad Salifu's dedication to paediatric oncology, healthcare education, and medical leadership underscores her commitment to improving healthcare standards in Ghana and her invaluable contributions to international medical initiatives. Her leadership and passion continue to drive positive change in the field, benefitting patients and healthcare professionals alike.

Publications she has co-authored include:


1. Nihad Salifu, Catherine .I. Segbefia, Edem M.A. Tette, Yakubu Alhassan, Lorna .A. Renner Nutritional status at diagnosis of childhood cancer in Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana (In Press) Accepted for publication on 5th May 2022 in Health Sciences Investigative Journal

2. Yenli, Edwin & Bimpong, Kingsley & Salifu, Nihad & Kwarteng, Peter & Cheyuo, Ernest & Fuseini, Yaninga & Anyekase, Dieu-Donnee & Akorli, Emmanuel & Der, Edmund. (2021). Infant Bladder Rhabdomyosarcoma in a Shared-Care Centre in Ghana: Case Report and Review of the Literature. International Journal of Innovative Research in Medical Science. 6.351-355. 10.23958/ijirms/vol06-i05/1122.

3. Segbefia CI, Goka B, Welbeck J, Amegan-Aho K, Dwuma-Badu D, Rao S, Salifu N, Oppong SA, Odei E, Ohene-Frempong K, Odame I. Implementing newborn screening for sickle cell disease in Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra: Results and lessons learned. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2021 Jul;68(7):e29068. doi: 10.1002/pbc.29068. Epub 2021 Apr 23. PMID: 33890391.

4. Salifu N, Narula G ,Prasad M, Biswas S, Kelkar R, , Banavali S. Correlation between multidrug- resistant bacteria colonization and bloodstream infections in children with hematolymphoid malignancies in a tertiary cancer center in India (2020). Indian J Med Paediatr Oncol 0;0:0

5. Kanwar VS, Schwartz KR, Salifu N, et al. The role of twinning in sustainable care for children with Cancer: A TIPPing point? SIOP PODC working group on twinning, collaboration and support. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2020;e28667. https://doi.org/10.1002/pbc.28667

6. 6. Co-author of Paediatric Oncology Twinning Guidelines on CancerPointe Website launched in February 1 2020 Available on https://cancerpointe.com/twinning-guidelines-documentavailable/

7. 7. Amegan-Aho KH, Salifu N. Coronavirus disease-2019 and childhood cancers in developing countries: A hurdle in the hope to attain the WHO 2030 targets? Cancer Res Stat Treat 2020;3:353-4

8. M.E. Kassick, M.A. Chinbuah, M.Serpa, G.Mazia, A.M.Tang, I.Sagoe-Moses, M.Taylor, A. Dwomo-Fokuo, N.Salifu, D.K.Arhinful, C.Engmann, T.F.Burke, P.Cofie, B.D.Nelson Evaluating a novel neonatal-care assessment tool among trained delivery attendants in a resource limited setting, International Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics,135(2016),285-289

9. L.ARenner,N.Salifu, L.Edusei, C.Segbefia, I.Ekem, M.Lartey Cutaneous involvement of Hodgkin Lymphoma in a Child- Case Report (2014). East African Medical Journal Vol. 91 No.2

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