A growing scandal involving a self-proclaimed medical expert has put a spotlight on the lax vetting procedures of media outlets and event organisers who grant public platforms to unverified health professionals.
Anne Sansa Daly, who has been appearing on national television and participating in high-profile public events as “Dr. Anne Daly,” has been exposed as a fraud, lacking any verified medical credentials. Investigations by both the Ghana Medical and Dental Council (MDC) and the American Board of Family Medicine have revealed that Daly is neither licensed to practice in Ghana nor certified in the United States.
Dr. Alex Peasah-Koduah of the MDC confirmed in an official statement:
“Dr Anne Daly is not registered with the Council and, therefore, does not hold a valid license to practice medicine or dentistry in Ghana,” citing relevant sections of the Health Professions Regulatory Bodies Act, 2013 (Act 857).
In the U.S., the American Board of Family Medicine also refuted her claims.
“The certificate provided was not issued by ABFM,” the Board stated, adding that no matching record of Daly exists in their system.
Despite her lack of credentials, Daly managed to secure appearances at major forums, including a prominent women’s conference in June 2024 that featured leading political figures. These high-profile endorsements helped bolster her perceived credibility—raising red flags about how public platforms are granted and the risks of misinformation.
The incident has sparked calls for stronger regulatory oversight and due diligence from broadcasters, event organisers, and institutions that provide a stage for supposed medical professionals.
With growing public concern about misinformation in health communication, experts warn that such unchecked impostors could cause serious harm by spreading inaccurate or dangerous advice.
It remains unclear whether Daly will face legal repercussions. Meanwhile, health regulators and media stakeholders are under pressure to implement stricter background verification protocols to prevent similar occurrences.
