–President Reaffirms Confidence in Liberian Doctors, Backs Expansion of Specialist Training and Health Infrastructure Nationwide
MONROVIA – President Joseph Nyuma Boakai has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to strengthening Liberia’s healthcare system, pledging increased investment in medical infrastructure and expressing strong confidence in the country’s growing corps of physicians and healthcare professionals.
The President made the commitment on Monday when he received a 10-member delegation from the Liberia Chapter of the West African College of Physicians (WACP), led by its President, Dr. Musu Duworko, during a courtesy visit at the Executive Mansion in Monrovia.
President Boakai praised the Liberia Chapter of the West African College of Physicians for its sustained contribution to national healthcare development through postgraduate medical education, specialist certification, and continuous professional development.
He described the institution as a vital partner in Liberia’s quest to build a resilient, self-reliant, and people-centered healthcare system.
“I have confidence in our Liberian doctors and healthcare practitioners who continue to serve our people across the country under often difficult circumstances,” President Boakai said, while assuring the delegation that his administration remains committed to creating an environment that enables health professionals to excel.
The President stressed that improving public confidence in Liberia’s healthcare system will remain a central priority of his administration.
According to him, the Government will continue investing in hospitals, clinics, medical equipment, and other health infrastructure across the country to improve access to quality healthcare services.
“Our goal is to build confidence in Liberia’s healthcare delivery system by investing in medical facilities throughout the country,” President Boakai emphasized.
WACP Highlights Contribution to National Health Goals
Speaking on behalf of the delegation, Dr. Musu Duworko outlined the significant role the West African College of Physicians continues to play in strengthening Liberia’s healthcare sector.
She said the College works closely with national health authorities to support Liberia’s vision of building a resilient healthcare system capable of delivering quality specialist services while reducing dependence on costly medical referrals abroad.
According to Dr. Duworko, the institution’s work directly contributes to improving maternal, newborn and child health outcomes, strengthening epidemic preparedness and response, and enhancing overall public health service delivery.
She noted that expanding specialist medical training within Liberia is helping to improve healthcare standards while increasing the country’s capacity to manage complex medical conditions domestically.
“Our work is contributing to a healthier and more productive population while strengthening county hospitals and improving healthcare delivery across Liberia,” she told President Boakai.
Growing Specialist Workforce
Dr. Duworko disclosed that one of the College’s core responsibilities is providing postgraduate specialist medical training at major referral institutions, including the John F. Kennedy Memorial Medical Center, Phebe Hospital, and other accredited hospitals throughout Liberia.
She explained that the College also administers regional specialist examinations as part of its mandate to maintain high professional standards across West Africa.
According to her, Liberia currently has 48 Fellows and 14 Members of the West African College of Physicians, bringing the country’s total number of specialist physicians affiliated with the institution to 62.
She described the steady growth in specialist training as an encouraging sign for Liberia’s healthcare sector, particularly as the country continues efforts to strengthen its human resource capacity.
Liberia to Host Regional Medical Conference
Dr. Duworko also informed President Boakai that Liberia has been selected to host the 2027 Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the West African College of Physicians in Monrovia.
The regional gathering is expected to bring together physicians, medical researchers, specialists, policymakers and healthcare leaders from across West Africa to discuss emerging medical challenges, scientific innovations and strategies for improving healthcare delivery throughout the region.
Hosting the conference is widely viewed as recognition of Liberia’s growing role in regional medical education and specialist training.
High-Level Medical Delegation
Members of the delegation included Dr. Ivan Camanor, Dr. Philip Ireland, Dr. Roseda Marshall, Dr. Ian Wachekwa, Dr. Charles Oguni, Dr. Juleo T. Karr, Dr. Izetta Sheriff, and Ms. Fammata Titus.
The delegation was accompanied to the Executive Mansion by Dr. Emmanuel Ekiyinabah, Special Physician to the President of Liberia.
The meeting underscored the Boakai administration’s emphasis on strengthening partnerships with professional medical institutions as part of broader efforts to improve healthcare delivery, expand specialist training, and build a more resilient health system capable of meeting the needs of all Liberians.
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