Emma R Lawrence, MD
Clinical Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Emma R Lawrence, MD
Clinical Associate Professor
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Qualifications
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Fellowship: Global Women's HealthUniversity of Michigan, OBGYN, USA
2019 - 2021
Predoctoral Fellowship
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Residency Program in Obstetrics and GynecologyUniversity of Michigan, USA
2015 - 2019
Residency
Center Memberships
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Center MemberCenter for Global Health Equity
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Center MemberInstitute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation
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Center MemberGlobal REACH
Recent Publications
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Sharma R, Perez S, Lawrence E. 2026 May 5;Proceeding / Abstract / PosterAssociations between Intimate Partner Violence and Social Support Among Pregnant Individuals in Ghana
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Oppong AY, Harfmann RF, Nartey BA, Buxton C, Moyer CA, Lori J, Oppong SA, Lawrence ER. Pregnancy, 2026 Apr 14; 2 (3):Journal ArticleStrategies for improving home blood pressure monitoring among pregnant women with low adherence in Ghana
DOI:10.1002/pmf2.70294 -
Atluri N, Matthews J, Oduro A, Sepenu P, Lawrence E. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 2026 Mar 30; 87 (13): a1189Journal Article26-A-17023-ACC WHERE GUIDELINES DON'T REACH: CHALLENGES TO DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF PERIPARTUM CARDIOMYOPATHY IN A LOW-RESOURCE SETTING
DOI:10.1016/j.jacc.2026.02.2923 -
Das S, Tretyakova A, Adanu E, Otinkorang J, Osei-Owusu G, Lawrence E, Oduro E, Beyou T, Asah-Opoku K, Thiyagarajan D, Zimmer Z. Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2026 Mar 5; 147 (4S): 149s - 149s.Proceeding / Abstract / PosterPatient Perspectives on Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery: Knowledge, Concerns, and Attitudes at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, Ghana
DOI:10.1097/aog.0000000000006212.3 -
Nartey BA, Irani S, Buxton C, Beyuo TK, Lori JR, Moyer CA, Oppong SA, Lawrence ER. Women and Birth, 2026 Feb 1; 39 (1):Journal Article“This is really going to help our wonderful mothers”: A qualitative analysis of midwife perspectives on implementing a triage phone line to support home blood pressure monitoring in Ghana
DOI:10.1016/j.wombi.2025.102140 -
Sefogah PE, Sepenu P, Tamatey A, Sepenu NA, Glover-Addy N, Yakubu LPA, Ntumy M, Lawrence E, Boafor TK. African Journal of Reproductive Health, 2026 Jan 14; 30 (1): 21 - 28.Journal ArticleWhen do maternal deaths occur? - A 3-year retrospective analysis of timing and seasonality of maternal deaths at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Ghana
DOI:10.29063/ajrh2026/v30i1.3 PMID: 41537253 -
Thiyagarajan D, Astter-Sompel Y, Quarshie T, McCoy J, Woock M, Moyer CA, Swarray-Deen A, Oppong SA, Lawrence ER. 2025 Dec 30;PreprintJust do the ECV, Just do it - This, I call it a Miracle:" Understanding External Cephalic Version Practices at the Largest Teaching Hospital in Ghana.
DOI:10.21203/rs.3.rs-8347543/v1 PMID: 41502565 -
Nyarko-Odoom A, Keil E, Coleman J, Sepenu P, Lawrence ER, Thiyag D. 2025 Oct 7;Proceeding / Abstract / PosterBidirectional Sub-Specialty OBGYN Senior Trainee’s Observerships: Evaluating Real-World Experiences
Featured News & Stories
Department News
2025 Global Health Annual Update
Learn more about the UM Department of OBGYN's dedication to advancing women's health through international collaboration and education, underscored by Dr. Timothy R.B. Johnson's legacy. Key initiatives include global trainee exchanges, expanded partnerships in Rwanda and Ghana, and numerous research endeavors aimed at improving healthcare in resource-limited settings.
Medical School News
In Ghana, a high-tech solution to high blood pressure in pregnancy
A new collaboration in Ghana will deploy advanced mobile technology in an effort to help expectant mothers monitor their blood pressure at home between prenatal appointments.
