Gifty Kwakye, MD, MPH

Gifty Kwakye, MD, MPH, MEHP, FACS, FASCRS is the Arthur W. Fleming, M.D. Research Professor, Clinical Professor of Surgery in the Division of Colorectal Surgery, and Assistant Dean for Clinical Medical Education at the University of Michigan Medical School. She earned her bachelor's degrees in Biology and Psychology and her medical degree from Yale University, a Master of Public Health and Master of Education in the Health Professions (MEHP) from Johns Hopkins University, completed her general surgery residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, and a fellowship in Colon and Rectal Surgery at the University of Minnesota. Since joining the University of Michigan faculty in 2018, Dr. Kwakye has established a national reputation as a colorectal surgeon, medical educator, and academic leader, with expertise spanning both undergraduate and graduate medical education, global surgery, implementation science, and surgical education.

Dr. Kwakye's research focuses on improving equitable access to high-quality surgical care through implementation science, global surgery, and medical education. Her work spans colorectal cancer prevention and treatment, surgical systems strengthening, competency-based surgical education, and implementation strategies to improve the delivery of evidence-based care in resource-limited settings. She leads collaborative educational and research partnerships in Ghana and Rwanda aimed at building sustainable colorectal surgery training programs, strengthening local surgical capacity, and advancing equitable global partnerships. Her current work also includes implementation of colorectal cancer screening programs in Ghana and scholarship in medical education, including assessment, competency-based education, and faculty development.