Dr. Asomaniwaa Owusu-Ansah

Board Member

Dr. Asomaniwaa Owusu-Ansah is a visionary clinical pharmacist, entrepreneur, and healthcare leader with over a decade of specialized experience in oncology and medical supply chain management.

As a Board Member at Nexto Pharmaceutical, she provides invaluable clinical insights and strategic direction, particularly in the areas of specialty medicine, local manufacturing, and healthcare accessibility across the African continent.

Dr. Asomaniwaa is widely recognized for her pioneering work in oncology pharmacy and her commitment to “caring for caregivers,” ensuring that the most complex therapeutic areas are managed with precision and empathy.


Strategic Board Contributions

  • Clinical Expertise & Oncology: As a specialized oncology pharmacist, she brings deep technical knowledge of high-intensity therapeutic areas, chemotherapy preparation, and patient safety protocols.

  • Healthcare Entrepreneurship: Having founded and co-founded successful healthcare ventures like Erith Health Services and Erith Specialty Pharmacy, she offers the board a proven track record in scaling healthcare businesses in emerging markets.

  • Supply Chain & Manufacturing: Expert in hospital supplies manufacturing and the distribution of specialty medications, helping Nexto optimize its “farm-to-bedside” logistics.

  • Policy & Governance: Actively involved with the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH), she ensures that Nexto remains at the forefront of regulatory compliance and professional standards.


Professional Experience

  • Co-Founder: Erith Specialty Pharmacy.

  • Founder: Erith Health Services Ltd (Dedicated to overcoming obstacles in African healthcare delivery).

  • Clinical Oncology Pharmacist: Former lead at Sweden Ghana Medical Centre, where she specialized in chemotherapy management and patient-centered pharmaceutical care.

  • Global Fellowships: Acumen Fellow and Tony Elumelu Foundation Alumna, reflecting her status as a top-tier social entrepreneur in Africa.


Education & Professional Credentials

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD): Central University, Ghana.

  • Executive Certificate in Project Management: African Center for Professional Development.

  • Professional Memberships: Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH) and the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (ISOPP).


Honors & Global Recognition

Dr. Asomaniwaa’s impact has been recognized through several prestigious international platforms:

  • AWIEF Awards Finalist (Africa Women Innovation & Entrepreneurship Forum).

  • 40 Under 40 in Cancer (Global recognition for contributions to oncology).

  • ISOPP Achievement Award (International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners).

  • Glitz Africa Woman of the Year (Health Category).


Core Skills

  • Specialty Pharmacy Operations

  • Oncology & Clinical Pharmacy

  • Medical Supply Chain Innovation

  • Healthcare Startup Strategy

  • Patient Advocacy & Safety