Ghana Olympic Committee celebrates Prof. Jonathan Quartey as one of world’s top 75 physiotherapists

The Ghana Olympic Committee has honored one of its own, Prof. Jonathan Quartey, a long-serving physiotherapist on the Team Ghana. World Physiotherapy has acknowledged the Ghanaian physio as one of the world's top 75 most noteworthy physiotherapists. This recognition is a testament to Prof. Quartey's exceptional career, which has spanned decades and continents.

Born not with a dream of becoming a physiotherapist, Quartey began his career as a lab technician at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. Despite initially pursuing Medical Laboratory Technology, he eventually transitioned to physiotherapy after Ghana faced a shortage of professionals in the field. In 2003, he earned his BSc in Physiotherapy from Hogeschool van Amsterdam, becoming Ghana's first sports physiotherapist.

With four postgraduate degrees and a distinguished career, Quartey has made significant contributions to physiotherapy in Africa, serving as the former president of the Ghana Physiotherapy Association and building the profession across the continent. He has been an integral part of multiple major Games, including the Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and various African Games, showcasing his versatility and expertise.

Quartey's humility and dedication are evident in his continued commitment to Ghana's athletic programs despite past challenges and his recent leadership in research focused on enhancing physiotherapy for older Ghanaians. This prestigious honor from World Physiotherapy serves as a testament to Quartey's global impact and is a source of pride for Ghana and its young, aspiring professionals.