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About US
About Us
About Us
Who We Are
GAMPA is the official body representing alternative, complementary, and integrative medical practitioners associations in Ghana.
The Federation was established to unite the various splinter groups of alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine practitioners under a single umbrella while preserving their unique identities.
We advocate for policy changes, provide training, and support practitioner associations in offering high-quality, safe, and effective natural treatments.
Our Mission
To promote and support alternative, complementary, and integrative medical practices while ensuring public safety and professional excellence.
Vision Statement
To be the leading organization championing the integration, regulation, and advancement of alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine in Ghana, ensuring high standards of practice, professional recognition, and holistic healthcare for all.
Our Guiding Principle
DO NO HARM
Our Objectives
Regulation & Standardization
To promote and uphold professional standards, ethics, and best practices in alternative, complementary, and integrative medicine in Ghana.
Legislative Advocacy
To engage policymakers and regulatory bodies in advancing laws and policies that recognize and integrate alternative medicine into the national healthcare system.
Education & Training
To provide continuous professional education, training, and certification for alternative medical practitioners to enhance their skills and knowledge.
Research & Development
To encourage and support scientific research into complementary and alternative medicine to validate their safety and efficacy.
Collaboration & Integration
To foster partnerships with conventional medical practitioners, traditional medicine practitioners, government agencies, and international bodies for the advancement of holistic healthcare in Ghana.
Public Awareness & Education
To educate the Ghanaian public on the benefits, safety, and appropriate use of alternative medicine.
Ethical Practice & Discipline
To establish a code of ethics and disciplinary measures to ensure that members adhere to high professional standards.
Economic Empowerment
To support members in business development, funding opportunities, and the commercialization of alternative medicine products and services.
Legal Support & Advocacy
To provide legal assistance and representation for members in cases involving professional disputes and regulatory challenges.
Networking & Representation
To serve as the official representative body for alternative medical practitioners in Ghana, giving them a united voice in national and international forums.
GAMPA Committees
Regulatory and Ethics Committee
- Ensures compliance with legal and ethical standards in alternative medicine.
- Works with regulatory bodies such as the Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) and the Food and Drugs Authority(FDA).
- Develops codes of ethics for practitioners.
Education and Training Committee
- Oversees training programs and professional development.
- Collaborates with academic institutions to introduce alternative medicine courses.
- Organizes workshops and certification programs.
Research and Development Committee
- Promotes scientific research on alternative and complementary medicine.
- Works on clinical trials and documentation of alternative and complementary remedies.
- Engages with universities and research bodies for evidence-based studies.
Membership and Accreditation Committee
- Manages membership applications and renewals.
- Ensures that practitioners meet the required professional standards.
- Issues membership certifications.
Public Relations and Advocacy Committee
- Promotes GAMPA's image and objectives.
- Engages with the media to educate the public on alternative and complementary medicine.
- Advocates for policies that support alternative and complementary medicine in Ghana.
Legal and Disciplinary Committee
- Handles disputes and disciplinary actions against members.
- Provides legal guidance on regulatory matters.
- Works with legal experts to draft policy proposals.
- Represent practitioners in a court of competent jurisdiction.
Finance and Fundraising Committee
- Manages GAMPA's financial affairs.
- Develops fundraising initiatives and seeks sponsorships.
- Ensures transparency and accountability in financial management.
Product Standardization and Safety Committee
- Ensures the safety and efficacy of herbal and alternative medicine products.
- Works with the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) for product registration.
- Develops guidelines for the production and labeling of alternative products.
International Relations and Partnerships Committee
- Establishes collaborations with global complementary and alternative medicine organizations.
- Represents GAMPA in international conferences and events.
- Facilitates knowledge exchange between Ghana and other countries.
ADR and Conflict Resolution Committee
- Promotes Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms within the association.
- Mediates conflicts between practitioners and patients.
- Works on integrating ADR into medical dispute resolution in Ghana.
Regulatory and Ethics Committee
- Ensures compliance with legal and ethical standards in alternative medicine.
- Works with regulatory bodies such as the Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) and the Food and Drugs Authority(FDA).
- Develops codes of ethics for practitioners.
Education and Training Committee
- Oversees training programs and professional development.
- Collaborates with academic institutions to introduce alternative medicine courses.
- Organizes workshops and certification programs.
Research and Development Committee
- Promotes scientific research on alternative and complementary medicine.
- Works on clinical trials and documentation of alternative and complementary remedies.
- Engages with universities and research bodies for evidence-based studies.
Membership and Accreditation Committee
- Manages membership applications and renewals.
- Ensures that practitioners meet the required professional standards.
- Issues membership certifications.
Public Relations and Advocacy Committee
- Promotes GAMPA's image and objectives.
- Engages with the media to educate the public on alternative and complementary medicine.
- Advocates for policies that support alternative and complementary medicine in Ghana.
Legal and Disciplinary Committee
- Handles disputes and disciplinary actions against members.
- Provides legal guidance on regulatory matters.
- Works with legal experts to draft policy proposals.
- Represent practitioners in a court of competent jurisdiction.
Finance and Fundraising Committee
- Manages GAMPA's financial affairs.
- Develops fundraising initiatives and seeks sponsorships.
- Ensures transparency and accountability in financial management.
Product Standardization and Safety Committee
- Ensures the safety and efficacy of herbal and alternative medicine products.
- Works with the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) for product registration.
- Develops guidelines for the production and labeling of alternative products.
International Relations and Partnerships Committee
- Establishes collaborations with global complementary and alternative medicine organizations.
- Represents GAMPA in international conferences and events.
- Facilitates knowledge exchange between Ghana and other countries.
ADR and Conflict Resolution Committee
- Promotes Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms within the association.
- Mediates conflicts between practitioners and patients.
- Works on integrating ADR into medical dispute resolution in Ghana.
Formation of GAMPA
The Historical Journey of Ghana Alternative Medical Practitioners Association
The Establishment
The Ghana Alternative Medical Practitioners Association (GAMPA) was established in 1994 as a government-backed federation to oversee and regulate the practice of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in Ghana.
During this period, both the Traditional Medicine Bill and the Alternative Medicine Bill were being drafted under the leadership of E.N. Mensah, who was then the Head of Institutional Care at the Ministry of Health and later became the Head of Medical Services.
The Legislative Journey
1994
GAMPA was founded as the official regulatory body for alternative medicine practitioners in Ghana, coinciding with the drafting of both Traditional and Alternative Medicine Bills.
2000
The Traditional Medicine Bill was finalized and passed into law, marking a significant milestone for traditional medicine practice in Ghana.
"The Alternative Medicine Bill remained unapproved due to an executive intervention by former President Jerry John Rawlings. His personal experience with a leg fracture, which was successfully treated at Aponkyi Clinic, influenced his interest in traditional medicine."
The Government's Vision
Recognizing the increasing role of alternative medicine in healthcare, the government initiated GAMPA as a unifying body to bring together various practitioners under a structured and recognized framework.
Key Figures in GAMPA's Formation
E.N. Mensah
Head of Institutional Care, Ministry of Health
Led the drafting of both Traditional and Alternative Medicine Bills that laid the foundation for GAMPA's regulatory framework.
Osofo Nana Quarm & Nana Tutu
Administrators of Traditional and Authentic Medicine Department
Registering Traditional and Authentic Medicine practitioners
Madam Rose
Secretary
Wa helping the Administrators in Registering of Traditional and Authentic Medicine practitioners.
Government of Ghana
Founding Supporters
Provided official backing and recognition to establish GAMPA as the regulatory body for alternative medicine practitioners.
E.N. Mensah
Head of Institutional Care, Ministry of Health
Led the drafting of both Traditional and Alternative Medicine Bills that laid the foundation for GAMPA's regulatory framework.
Osofo Nana Quarm & Nana Tutu
Administrators of Traditional and Authentic Medicine Department
Registering Traditional and Authentic Medicine practitioners
Madam Rose
Secretary
Wa helping the Administrators in Registering of Traditional and Authentic Medicine practitioners.
Government of Ghana
Founding Supporters
Provided official backing and recognition to establish GAMPA as the regulatory body for alternative medicine practitioners.
GAMPA Leadership Legacy
The visionary leaders who shaped Ghana's alternative medicine landscape
First GAMPA
1994
The founding leadership that established alternative medicine governance in Ghana
Dr. Osei Mensah
President
Dr. Albert Arthur
Member
Dr. Tagoe
Member
Dr. Seshie
Member
Dr. Mathew Kyei
Member
Dr. Opoku Bonsu
Member
Dr. Osei Yeboah
Member
Dr. Ahagie
Member
Second GAMPA - First Administration
1996
The leadership that guided GAMPA through its formative years
This administration worked to establish GAMPA's presence nationwide and began the process of standardizing alternative medicine practices.
Dr. Mathew Kyei
President
Dr. Julies Berdie
Vice President
Dr. Berkuman
Secretary
Dr. Ernest Asante
Deputy Secretary
Dr. Albert Arthur
Treasurer
Dr. Sedawi
Organizer/Spokesperson
Dr. Lugu Zuri
Member
Dr. Edusei
Member
Second GAMPA - Second Administration
2012
Continuing the mission with renewed focus on professional standards
Dr. Mathew Kyei
President
Dr. Albert Arthur
Vice President
Dr. Berkuman
Secretary
Dr. Ernest Asante
Treasurer
Dr. Sedawi
Organizer/Spokesperson
Dr. Lugu Zuri
Member
Dr. Amin Bonsu
Member
Dr. Julies Berdie
Member
Third GAMPA
2025
A new era of leadership for Ghana's alternative medicine community
This administration marks a significant expansion of GAMPA's leadership structure with specialized roles to better serve members.
Dr. Albert Arthur
President
Prof. Raphael Nyarkotey Obu, ESQ
General Secretary
Dr. Ernest Asante
Vice President
Dr. Adu Boateng
Financial Controller
Dr. Alex Kwame Appiah
Welfare Officer
Sheikh Dr. Amin Bonsu
Member
Dr. Ademan Tetteh
Member
Ross Lawrence
Deputy General Secretary
Yusif Abubakar
Member
Akos Keyibue Mantey-Newman
Member
Madam Adjeley Akwei
Member
Mr. Mark Sackeyfio
Member
Dr. Vivian du
Organizer
William Ninsau
Deputy Organizer
Dr. Owureku Arthur
Member
Dr. Godfrey Nunoo
Member