Mr. Lovel Fornah | Healthcare Data Analysis – EBK- University, Sierra Leone
Lovel Fornah is a passionate and dedicated researcher, lecturer, and public health professional with over five years of experience in teaching, research, and community service. He is currently a lecturer at Ernest Bai Koroma University in Sierra Leone, where he actively engages in teaching, research, and curriculum development. His areas of interest include infectious disease epidemiology, health policy, global health, and environmental health. He has worked on multiple research projects and is committed to making significant contributions to public health research, particularly in areas like outbreak response, HIV testing, and disease prevention. Lovel’s leadership roles as the Executive Director of Health_Link Salone, where he led important projects in water and sanitation, reflect his broad expertise in public health practice. His work combines hands-on experience in field surveillance and a deep understanding of public health issues in Sierra Leone and globally.
👨🎓 Profile
🎓 Education
Lovel Fornah holds a PhD candidacy in Epidemiology and Health Statistics from Shandong University, China, where he is working on his thesis titled “Spatiotemporal Analysis of HIV Prevalence, Testing Uptake, and Loss to Follow-Up after Initiation of Antiretroviral Therapy in Sierra Leone.” He completed his Master of Public Health (MPH) at Southeast University, China, in 2018, with a focus on the interaction between hypermethylation and environmental factors in esophageal cancer. Lovel’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biological Sciences from Njala University, Sierra Leone, where he explored gastrointestinal parasitism in marine fish. He has received specialized training in epidemiology, health statistics, and health education, enhancing his research methodology and data analysis skills. His broad educational background and ongoing PhD studies reflect his dedication to public health research and academic excellence.
💼 Professional Experience
Lovel Fornah has accumulated substantial experience as a lecturer, researcher, and public health leader. Since 2019, he has served as a lecturer at Ernest Bai Koroma University, where he teaches, mentors, and conducts research, contributing to course design and curriculum development. His leadership experience includes serving as the Executive Director of Health_Link Salone (2018-2022), where he managed staff, projects, and finances, ensuring the successful implementation of public health initiatives, including water and sanitation projects in rural Sierra Leone. He has also volunteered in surveillance roles, including with the District Health Management Team (2016) and as a Case Investigation Team Lead during the Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone (2014-2015). These roles involved conducting health data collection, analysis, and intervention strategies, which helped in the early detection and prevention of diseases. His professional journey has prepared him to make significant contributions to both academia and public health practice.
🏅 Awards and Recognition
Lovel Fornah’s work has been recognized both in his home country of Sierra Leone and internationally. He is the recipient of various accolades for his academic achievements and public health contributions. His research in infectious disease epidemiology, particularly his involvement in the Ebola outbreak response, earned him commendations for his leadership and impact on public health in Sierra Leone. In addition, his work on HIV testing and prevention has been widely acknowledged, with several of his publications cited in global public health discussions. Lovel has been invited to present his findings at numerous international conferences and has received grants and scholarships to further his research in public health. He was awarded the Certificate for “Outstanding Service to Public Health” by Health_Link Salone and has been recognized by his peers and colleagues for his contributions to improving health systems and response strategies in Sierra Leone and globally.
🌍 Research Skills
Lovel Fornah is a highly skilled researcher with expertise in epidemiology, biostatistics, and health data analysis. His proficiency in statistical modeling and geographical information systems (GIS) allows him to conduct in-depth spatial and temporal analyses, which are key in understanding public health issues such as disease outbreaks and HIV prevalence. He is experienced with a wide array of data analysis software, including STATA, R-Studio, ArcGIS, and SaTScan, which enhances his ability to manage complex datasets. Lovel’s research focuses on the intersection of public health, environmental factors, and disease dynamics, with an emphasis on One Health research. His ability to lead field studies, design surveys, and manage public health projects has been instrumental in his previous roles. He is also skilled in scientific writing and has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications in journals such as BMC Public Health and International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.
📖 Top Noted Publications
Geographic variations and determinants of ever-tested for HIV among women aged 15–49 in Sierra Leone: a spatial and multi-level analysis – BMC Public Health, 2025-03-11
Investigating Empirical evidence on the Epidemiology, Diagnosis and Bibliometric analysis of the 100 topmost cited publications on Tuberculosis Disease – PAN AFRICA SCIENCE JOURNAL, 2024-12-16
The Association between Compound Hot Extremes and Mortality Risk in Shandong Province, China: A Time-Series Analysis – Atmosphere, 2023-11
Impact of Social Media Use on HIV Testing and Related Mediator among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Shandong Province, China – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2023-04-04