Benedict Donkor

Benedict Donkor is an Assistant Professor and Program Director for Respiratory Therapy at the University of the District of Columbia Community College (UDC-CC). He serves in the Nursing Allied Health and Life and Physical Sciences school and has been actively involved in shaping respiratory care education and practice since 2025.

Education:

• Doctor of Health Science (DHSc), Eastern Virginia Medical School
• Master of Science in Respiratory Care/Therapy, Canisius University
• Associate of Applied Science, Prince George's Community College
• Bachelor of Science in Human Biology

Dr. Donkor's research focuses on the evolving roles of respiratory care practitioners in modern healthcare systems, emphasizing global trends, policy impacts, technological advancements, and demographic shifts. His work aims to bridge clinical practice with administrative leadership in respiratory therapy programs.

He teaches courses such as Ventilation and Gas Physiology, Mechanical Ventilation, and Principles and Practice Respiratory Therapy I/II. His expertise spans program leadership, curriculum development, accreditation compliance, faculty supervision, and student recruitment/retention.