Jemima Catherine Ambamaah Sumboh
PhD Student
Profile
Biography
Jemima's PhD research is focused on identifying and exploring the contextual factors influencing citizens' engagement in health purchasing decisions under the National Health Insurance Scheme in the context of Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) in urban Ghana. The research study also examines effective mechanisms that can be put in place to identify and reflect urban-poor resident’s needs, preferences, and values, and ensure accountability from purchasers and health providers.
Qualifications
- Master of Public Health (Health Economics)
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) Economics
Research
Overview
Jemima's interests include health financing, health economics, health systems strengthening, health equity, and urban health
Projects
Research group(s)
- Public Health and Society
- PhD supervisor: Dr Helen Elsey