Dr. Mrs. Eunice Cromwell is a Family Nurse Practitioner and holds a Doctorate in Nursing from Purdue University Global in Indiana.
She obtained her master’s in nursing education and Family Nurse Practitioner Cum Laude in a dual degree program in 2018 from Kaplan University.
Before that, she received an associate of science in Nursing from Fortis College in 2014 in Tampa, Florida, and earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing Magna Cum Laude in 2015.
Dr. Eunice entered the healthcare field as a Nursing Assistant. She continued her education with the LPN program and worked as an LPN for ten years.
She works as a Primary Care Provider serving the underprivileged and underinsured throughout the Chicagoland area. She independently provides safe, effective, compassionate patient care using evidence-based practice in this role.
Dr. Mrs. Eunice Cromwell also serves the community as the Vice President of the Ghana National Council, Chief Operations Director for the Ghanaian Community Health Clinic, and Business Manager of the Fanti Benevolent Society.
She is also the CEO/Founder of the Jemimah Noonoo Foundation, whose mission is to “empower lives daily through education, access, and giving.”
In 2019, She led a family team to Anomobo in Ghana, where the Foundation was officially inaugurated and provided free healthcare services and school supplies to the community.
In an exclusive interview with the Ghanaian American Journal, Dr. Mrs. Eunice Cromwell shed more light on her professional journey, impacts, and inspirations. Here is how the interview unfolded.
- Drawing from your experience as a healthcare provider in the United States, what are your insights on Ghana’s healthcare systems and the concerning trend of healthcare professionals migrating abroad?
“Like many other countries, Ghana experiences a considerable drain of healthcare professionals who migrate to other countries, especially the United States and the United Kingdom. Various factors, including better working conditions, higher salaries, and opportunities for professional growth, drive this migration.
Ghana must improve healthcare professionals’ working conditions and remuneration packages to mitigate this trend by implementing policies encouraging healthcare professionals to stay and work in Ghana, such as offering programs or incentives, that can help retain talent. And also strengthening the healthcare system as a whole, including increasing the number of healthcare facilities and improving access to quality healthcare in rural areas, can significantly reduce the migration of healthcare professionals.”
- What serves as your driving force to persist and maintain a strong work ethic?
“In my work as a Primary care provider, the opportunity to help others, alleviate suffering, and improve health outcomes motivates me and keeps me persistent and dedicated to my career.
I have a strong sense of professionalism and ethical responsibility towards my patients, and I understand the importance of upholding high standards of medical practice and integrity.
Healthcare constantly evolves, so I am driven by pursuing knowledge and staying up to date with the latest advancements. I aim to promote public health, address healthcare disparities, and advocate for better healthcare systems.”
- You also run a charity organization called Jemimah Noonoo Foundation. Tell us more about it. How did it start?
“In honor of the love and respect we feel for my sister Jemimah, My family came together one year after her passing in 2015 to carry on her dream of developing a charity to provide education and resources to the coastal village of Anomabo in Ghana.
We activated the “Road to Health,” which helps the community of Anomabo in the Central Region of Ghana with free healthcare services and medications. We also supplied PPE during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
The Foundation has a partnership agreement with the Anomobo Hospital and periodically supplies much-needed resources.
We also have “Bearing Gifts,” a program to provide the KG I and II students with school supplies and gently used clothing.
Our last campaign is “building a dream,” which entails completing a settlement home for the community to utilize as a training center.”
- What advice would you give to young individuals, especially young women, who are navigating challenges in their pursuit of carving out meaningful lives for themselves?
“We are morally obligated to share our blessings and contribute to the greater good. We should have the mindset of service and not take our privileges for granted but use them to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others whether through philanthropy, volunteering, mentorship, or advocating for social justice.”
Dr. Mrs. Eunice Cromwell aspires to make a more significant impact in areas of healthcare, education, sanitation, and women empowerment in the years to come.
She is also an ordained Elder, Praise and Worship Leader, Sunday school teacher, and prayer line coordinator at Ebenezer United Church.
Dr. Eunice loves community service, volunteering, and philanthropy. She also enjoys swimming, reading, watching action movies, and playing the piano.
Source: Abigail B. Grit
