Cosmos Gborsong - Toxicology - Best Researcher Award

MDS CERBA-LANCET GHANA LIMITED - Ghana

AUTHOR PROFILE

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🎓 SUMMARY

Cosmos Gborsong is a distinguished Medical Laboratory Scientist and public health advocate with over nine years of progressive experience in diagnostic medicine, chemical pathology, and healthcare policy development. He currently serves as a Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist at MDS-Lancet Laboratories Ghana Limited, a member of the Cerba-Lancet Africa network. Cosmos has earned a reputation for pioneering quality assurance systems, leading laboratory innovation, and bridging public-private diagnostic partnerships. With deep expertise in endocrinology, he is passionate about improving clinical outcomes through precision diagnostics and evidence-based health policy. He is committed to equitable healthcare access, with specific contributions to public awareness campaigns around prostate health in aging populations.

✨ EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Cosmos's academic foundation was shaped by a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science from the University of Ghana, where he conducted research on thyroid function and lipid metabolism in pregnant women. He went on to earn a Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science from the University for Development Studies, focusing on the role of zinc and magnesium in pre-eclampsia. Currently, Cosmos is completing an MPhil in Chemical Pathology at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, where he is researching the safety of combining herbal and pharmaceutical therapies for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). His academic journey underscores a rigorous commitment to diagnostic innovation and clinical relevance.

💼 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

In his role at MDS-Lancet Laboratories, Cosmos has led major reforms in diagnostic operations. He developed internationally aligned laboratory policies and led strategic procurements to modernize diagnostic infrastructure. As a supervisor, he trains and mentors a team of scientists, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. He also serves as an advisor to management, shaping strategies for quality, patient safety, and service expansion. Beyond the lab, he actively engages stakeholders to integrate diagnostic services across public and private sectors, aiming to build a cohesive, high-performing health system in Ghana.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Cosmos’s research interests lie at the intersection of endocrinology, chemical pathology, and reproductive health. His published work includes studies on thyroid hormones in pregnancy and lifestyle-related reproductive health concerns in IVF patients. His current focus on BPH integrates herbal medicine with conventional pharmacology, aiming to validate safe and effective alternatives for aging male populations. Additionally, Cosmos contributes to national diagnostic frameworks by participating in policy advisory workshops and conferences, advocating for evidence-based improvements to clinical laboratory standards and healthcare delivery systems.

🏆 ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Throughout his career, Cosmos has been recognized for both academic and professional excellence. As a Certified Quality Assurance & Compliance Specialist and a registered Medical Laboratory Scientist under Ghana's Allied Health Professions Council, his credentials reflect credibility and leadership. His research has been featured at prominent gatherings such as the Beckman Diagnostics Conference in Dubai and the Ghana Biomedical Science Conference. He continues to serve as a thought leader, shaping diagnostic policy recommendations and spearheading public health discourse in Ghana and beyond.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Cosmos's influence extends from laboratory halls to grassroots communities. He leads prostate health outreach initiatives, organizing screenings and educational talks in underserved areas. Collaborating with NGOs and academic partners, he advocates for early detection, prevention, and equitable healthcare access. His work aligns with Ghana's broader healthcare goals, and he is recognized for uniting research, clinical practice, and public advocacy. His fluency in multiple local languages enhances his community engagement, making him an effective health communicator and change agent.

🚀 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, Cosmos envisions transforming diagnostic medicine in West Africa through enhanced laboratory governance, digitization, and research integration. He aims to further bridge public-private partnerships to expand diagnostic reach in rural areas and influence policy to support integrated community-based screening programs. As a mentor, policy influencer, and research pioneer, Cosmos Gborsong's legacy will be one of advocacy-driven excellence in medical diagnostics, grounded in compassion, scientific integrity, and an unwavering commitment to public health equity.

NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Title: Assessing the Safety of Combined Therapy, Croton membranaceus and Tamsulosin, in the Self‐Prescribed Treatment Protocol for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Authors: Cosmos Gborsong, George A. Asare, Robert A. Ngala, Christian Obirikorang, Josephine Ablakwa, Bernice Asiedu, Samuel Adjei, Osei Afriyie, Daniel Afriyie, Mokbul Hossain et al.

Journal: Journal of Toxicology, 2025