Dunstan Atiayarne Akolbire

Dr. Dunstan Atiayarne Akolbire is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Hospital Medicine. He concurrently serves as a physician with Apogee Physicians Group in southern Virginia, focusing on underserved communities. His clinical expertise centers on hospital medicine and internal medicine, with a strong commitment to medical education and mentorship.

Dr. Akolbire's educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana (2009)
• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana (2012)
• Residency in Internal Medicine, Howard University Hospital, Washington, D.C. (2018–2021)

His research interests emphasize practical applications in Hospital Medicine, Internal Medicine, and innovative Medical Education methodologies, particularly in training future healthcare professionals through hands-on mentorship.

Dr. Akolbire has received significant recognition for his contributions, including:

• Induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society (2021) for leadership and scholarship

As a former Chief Resident and Ambulatory Clinic Chief at Howard University Hospital, he has demonstrated leadership in clinical education and patient care coordination.