John Duah

Education

Doctor of Health Administration (DHA), Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Master of Public Health (MPH), University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Master of Arts (MA), Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona

Bachelor of Science (BS), Washington State University, Pullman, Washington

About Me

I am Dr. John Duah, an Assistant Professor at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama. After completing my first year of teaching, I am beginning my second year with a renewed commitment to fostering a dynamic and rewarding experience for students in the classroom and through innovative research. I currently teach Healthcare Management and Leadership - Writing Enriched (HADM 4000) and Health Care Policy (HADM 3300), and I also taught Medical Terminology (HADM 2100) this past summer.

My transition into academia was a deliberate choice, driven by a commitment to excellence in teaching, meaningful research, and community engagement. I am motivated by a passion for transforming lives, nurturing future healthcare professionals, and building thriving communities. Through public health science, I strive to benefit society by addressing health disparities and promoting healthier, safer communities.

Areas of Expertise

My expertise covers health systems strengthening, health infrastructure development, and public health preparedness policy, with a specialized focus on maternal and child health. I leverage these skills to provide evidence-based insights that support policymaking and healthcare delivery improvements. I aim to empower healthcare providers and policymakers with practical solutions that enhance healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality, especially in underserved communities.

Research Interests

My research focuses on improving healthcare access and quality by building robust health infrastructure and strengthening health system resilience. Focusing on maternal and infant health, public health preparedness policy, and global health security, I aim to reduce health disparities in resource-limited settings. Through examining the intersection of policy and practice, my work seeks to inform strategies that translate theoretical advancements into impactful, real-world health solutions.

Publications

Points of Entry Dynamics: Understanding the Cross-Border Threats for Ebola Virus Disease and COVID-19 in Ghana Using a Logic Model Approach

Journal of Public Health in Africa, 2023

This study assessed the relationship between contextual factors and COVID-19 procurement to strengthen infrastructure resources for public health surveillance at points of entry (PoE) in Ghana. Key findings revealed that laboratory capacity and the testing center at Kotoka International Airport positively predicted COVID-19 procurement, while public health response and airline boarding rules negatively predicted it. These insights are crucial for enhancing public health measures and response capabilities at PoEs in Ghana.

J Public Health Afr. 2023 Apr 30; 14(4): 2264.

Published online 2023 Apr 30. DOI: https://doi.org/10.4081/jphia.2023.2264

Duah, J. K., & Dotun-Olujinmi, O. (2023). Response of four African countries to COVID-19 pandemic amidst fragile health systems. In J. A. Johnson & N. E. Deshore (Eds.), COVID-19 global pandemic: The world responds. Sentia Publishing.

This work examines the varying responses to the COVID-19 pandemic across four African countries, highlighting the challenges and strategies in managing public health emergencies within fragile health systems.

Duah, J. K. (2023). Infectious disease management at points of entry. In J. A. Johnson & N. E. Deshore (Eds.), COVID-19 global pandemic: The world responds. Sentia Publishing.

This chapter focuses on the strategies and challenges in managing infectious diseases at international points of entry, emphasizing the need for robust surveillance and response mechanisms.

Courses Taught

Healthcare Management and Leadership - Writing Enriched (HADM 4000)

Health Care Policy (HADM 3300)

Medical Terminology (HADM 2100)