Veneranda Nyarko, MD

2025 Florabel G. Mullick Travel Award

Veneranda Nyarko is an Anatomic Pathologist at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana. She specializes in Surgical Pathology, Cytopathology, and Autopsy Pathology and serves as an adjunct lecturer of Pathology at the University of Ghana Medical School and Family Health University College, Accra.

Dr. Nyarko earned her medical degree from the University of Cape Coast School of Medical Sciences and completed the first part of her postgraduate training in Anatomic Pathology at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital under the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, obtaining membership in December 2022. She is currently pursuing a fellowship in Surgical Pathology and a PhD aspirant in cancer biology.

Dr. Nyarko is a dedicated young scientific researcher with a strong passion for cancer studies, particularly in pediatric, breast and prostate cancers. Motivated by the high incidence and poor outcomes of cancers in Ghana, Dr. Nyarko is committed to advancing research that bridges critical gaps in diagnosis and so improve treatment and its outcomes. With a keen interest in translational medicine, she has been actively involved in projects that explore innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes, including collaborations with international institutions. Eager to expand knowledge and expertise, she is actively seeking opportunities for collaborative research, joint studies and career advancement. Open to observerships and specialized training programs, Dr. Nyarko is keen on gaining hands-on experience in leading institutions to enhance skills and contribute more effectively to the global fight against cancer. As a passionate advocate for improved cancer care in Africa especially Ghana, Dr. Nyarko is dedicated to fostering impactful partnerships and driving meaningful change in oncology research and treatment.

Dr. Nyarko is a member of American Association for Cancer Reasearch (AACR), United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP), International Academy of Pathology (IAP), African Organisation for Reasearch and Training in Cancer (AORTIC), West African Division of Internation Academy of Pathology (WADIAP) and Ghana Association of Laboratory Physicians (GALP). As a mentor and educator, she trains pathology residents, mentors and recruits medical students into Pathology Residency and engages in Television and radio discussions on pathology. She has served as a co-principal investigator on three grants and has contributed to six scientific publications.

Committed to advancing oncology research and healthcare access, Dr. Nyarko continues to advocate for better oncology care, education and treatment in Ghana and beyond.