Profile:
Dr. (Pharm) Kwabena Oteng-Boahen is a dedicated Lecturer in Pharmacology and a practicing pharmacist with strong experience in teaching, clinical practice, and research. He is passionate about delivering engaging, evidence-based education and integrates real-world therapeutic insights into the classroom to enhance student learning.
His professional work bridges academia and clinical practice, ensuring that pharmacological principles are applied meaningfully to patient care. Actively involved in research, Dr. Oteng-Boahen is committed to advancing pharmaceutical knowledge, promoting rational medicine use, and improving therapeutic outcomes.
He is also devoted to mentoring and shaping future healthcare professionals, fostering critical thinking, ethical practice, and a strong foundation in pharmacological sciences.
Basic information:
Name: Dr (Pharm) Kwabena Oteng-Boahen
Designation: Lecturer
Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Institutional mail: koteng-boahen@central.edu.gh
Office location: Room SB202 Gadzekpo Block
Academic Qualification:
- MPhil, Pharmacology, University of Ghana (2016-2018)
- Doctor of Pharmacy, Central University (2024-2026)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy, Central University (2009-2013)
Research Interest:
- Experimental Pharmacology
- Natural product drug discovery,
- Molecular pharmacology,
- Neuroscience
Publications/Patents:
Ohemeng, K. A., Doe, P. M., Armah, S. N. B., Oteng-Boahen, K., Opare, V. N., & Lartey, P. A. (2026). Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating or preventing bacterial infections in humans and in animals. Google Patents. World Intellectual Property Organization WO2026/005977 A1
Ohemeng, K. A., Doe, P. M., Armah, S. N. B., Oteng-Boahen, K., Opare, V. N., & Lartey, P. A. (2025). Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating or preventing bacterial infections in humans and in animals. Google Patents. United States Patent Application Publication. US 2025/0000925 A1
Doe, P., Danquah, C. A., Ohemeng, K. A., Buabeng, K. O., Kasukose, M. A., Dukely, M. A., Oteng-Boahen, K., Sarfo, A., Hitch, G., & Ofori, M. (2025). Evaluation of the Knowledge, and Attitude of Non-Healthcare Students in Central University Ghana on Antibiotic Resistance. Archives of Pharmacy Practice, 16(3), 41-45.
Sarfo, A., Oteng-Boahen, K., Doe, P., Addy, B. S., Barfour, A. F., Tagoe, M., & Abotsi, W. K.M. (2025). Further studies on the anticonvulsant potential of extracts from Ceiba pentandra (L.) Gaertn in a rat model of convulsion.
Awards:
- United States Patent Application Publication
- Date:02/01/2025
- Publication number: US 2025/0000925 AI
- World Intellectual Property Organization
- International Publication Date:02/01/2026
- Intellectual Publication Number: WO2026/005977 A1
Professional Membership:
- Member, Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana (PSGH)
- Member, Academic Research and Social Pharmacist Association (ARSPA)
- Member, Community Practice Pharmacists Association (CPPA, Ghana)
Courses Taught:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology Theory/Practical – (Level 100) UG
- Introduction to Pharmacology Theory/Practical – (Level 200) UG
- Systems Pharmacology Theory/Practical – (Level 300) UG
- Clinical Toxicology Theory – (Level 500) UG
- Biochemistry Theory/Practical – (Level 200) UG
Outreach and Engagement:
- Facilitator ATHE Program,
- Consultant, Continuous Education Services CES,
- Consultant, Naabson Pharmacy Limited
Additional Roles:
- Member, Examination committee, CU
- Chief Invigilator, CU
- Coordinator, Pharm D Top-up program, CU
- Executive member, CUTA
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