Dr. Akudo A.
About Dr. Akudo A.
Dr. Akudo A. serves as the Vice President of Development at Texas Biomedical Research Institute, a position she has held since 2020. She holds an M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine and an MPH from Harvard University, and has extensive experience in global health and development.
Work at Texas Biomedical Research Institute
Dr. Akudo A. has served as Vice President of Development at Texas Biomedical Research Institute since 2020. In this role, she has established and leads the Strategic Advisory Council, focusing on enhancing the institute's development initiatives. She has curated an annual Symposium on Global Health, contributing to thought leadership in the field. Her position allows her to leverage her extensive experience in global health and development to further the institute's mission.
Education and Expertise
Dr. Akudo A. holds a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from Tufts University School of Medicine. She also earned a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Harvard University, specializing in International Public Health. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Molecular Biology from Lehigh University. Her educational background equips her with a robust understanding of health systems and public health initiatives.
Background
Dr. Akudo A. has a diverse professional background, having worked in various prestigious institutions. She was a Lecturer at Tufts University School of Medicine from 2001 to 2003. She held the position of Associate Dean of Development at The Johns Hopkins University from 2017 to 2020 and served as Director of Strategic Partnerships and Development at Emory University from 2014 to 2017. Her early career included roles at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Columbia University.
Achievements
Dr. Akudo A. has been recognized by the Rockefeller Foundation for her work in mobilizing private sector investment in global health, particularly through the $5 million Gift from Africa Campaign. She has engaged with the Community of Women Leaders and Young Philanthropists to support research in infectious diseases. Her extensive travel to over 30 countries has enriched her global health perspective, informing her initiatives and leadership in the field.