Nkafu Policy Institute, Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation, Cameroon
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Cheuyem Lekeumo Fabrice Zobel began his academic journey by earning an MD, followed by a specialization in Public Health. His educational path has been marked by a commitment to addressing healthcare challenges in resource-limited settings. His medical and public health training equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of disease dynamics, health system management, and epidemiological research.
🏥 Professional Endeavors
Dr. Cheuyem has led remote healthcare centers, playing an instrumental role in frontline health delivery. He has actively contributed to Cameroon’s national health initiatives, including COVID-19 data management and surveillance. Currently serving at the Nkafu Policy Institute, Denis & Lenora Foretia Foundation, he combines research, policy advocacy, and practical public health interventions.
🧪 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Cheuyem’s research focuses on vaccine uptake and acceptance, infection prevention and control, occupational and environmental health, antimicrobial resistance, and health system strengthening. His work has been pivotal in informing public health policies, especially concerning vaccine hesitancy and occupational exposures in healthcare settings. His systematic reviews and meta-analyses are shaping how interventions are designed and implemented in Cameroon and similar settings.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Through 23 publications since 2022, Dr. Cheuyem’s evidence-based research has influenced healthcare strategies, from improving COVID-19 vaccine acceptance to addressing neglected tropical diseases such as schistosomiasis. His studies contribute to policy frameworks at the national level, such as health workforce planning and intervention evaluations. His role in shaping strategies for occupational health safety further underscores his influence in public health.
📚 Academic Citations and Recognition
With an increasing number of citations across reputable journals, Dr. Cheuyem is recognized as a valuable contributor to global health research. His systematic reviews and meta-analyses are frequently referenced in public health circles, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa, due to their relevance in addressing regional health system challenges.
🖥️ Technical Skills
Dr. Cheuyem is proficient in using R for data analysis and statistical modeling, allowing him to conduct complex epidemiological studies and generate actionable insights. Additionally, he is skilled in health data management, scientific writing, and training healthcare professionals on key topics like snakebite management and vaccination protocols.
👨🏫 Teaching Experience
Beyond research, Dr. Cheuyem is actively involved in training healthcare workers, focusing on critical areas such as infection prevention and control, occupational safety, and disease outbreak response. His mentorship is shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals equipped to address health challenges in underserved regions.
🏆 Legacy and Future Contributions
Dr. Cheuyem’s legacy lies in his commitment to strengthening health systems through research, capacity building, and policy influence. As he continues to expand his body of work, his contributions are expected to further enhance public health resilience, promote vaccine equity, and improve occupational health standards in resource-constrained environments.
📖Notable Publications
A Systematic Review on COVID-19 Vaccine preferences using Discrete Choice Experiments
Authors: A Amani, HK Selenguai, YD Puepi, IA Dairou, S Kenmoe, A Nouko, …
Journal: medRxiv, 2022.06.12.22276299
Year: 2022
Vaccination Coverage and Safety in Cameroon; Descriptive Assessment of COVID-19 Infection in Vaccinated Individuals
Authors: A Amani, AA Njoh, C Mouangue, LFZ Cheuyem
Journal: HEALTH SCIENCES AND DISEASE 23 (8)
Year: 2022
Awareness of standard precautions, circumstances of occurrence and management of occupational exposures to body fluids among healthcare workers in a regional level referral …
Authors: I Takougang, FZ Lekeumo Cheuyem, BRS Ze, FF Tsamoh, …
Journal: BMC Health Services Research 24 (1), 424
Year: 2024
Stillbirths in Cameroon: an analysis of the 1998–2011 demographic and health surveys
Authors: A Amani, JR Nansseu, GF Ndeffo, AA Njoh, FZL Cheuyem, PR Libite, …
Journal: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth 22 (1), 736
Year: 2022
Prevalence of Substance Use and related Behaviors among Tertiary Students: A Cross-sectional Survey in Yaoundé, Cameroon
Authors: MF Edzamba, FZ Lekeumo Cheuyem, A Amani, T Mossus
Journal: medRxiv, 2024.01.09.24301042
Year: 2024