Dr. Solomon Obiri Yeboah is a highly skilled surgeon specializing in Craniofacial and Maxillofacial Surgery. His dedication to innovative treatments and compassionate care transforms the lives of patients with facial deformities and cleft conditions.
Dr. Obiri Yeboah is a trailblazer in maxillofacial and craniofacial surgery, with over 20 years of clinical excellence and more than 400 successful cleft and craniofacial procedures to his name. As Ghana’s only Craniofacial Surgeon, he is a beacon of hope for patients with complex facial deformities, cleft lips, and palates—offering world-class surgical care with compassion and precision.
With more than 400 successful craniofacial and cleft surgeries performed, Dr. Obiri Yeboah stands at the forefront of maxillofacial surgery in Ghana. As the nation’s only Craniofacial Surgeon, he brings unmatched expertise in correcting complex facial deformities, restoring both function and confidence to patients of all ages.
3 national and international awards, recognizing his contribution to surgical innovation, humanitarian outreach, and medical education. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Yeboah is a mentor, advocate, and leader—dedicated to raising awareness and building capacity in craniofacial care across Africa.
Beyond the OR, he’s a prolific clinician–educator—publishing over 32 peer‑reviewed papers, training residents and students, and leading surgical teams for free outreach programs .
— Kelly Weartsler
Philosophy & Vision
Healing Beyond the Scar—Restoring Dignity, One Face at a Time
Dr. Obiri Yeboah believes that every face tells a story, and behind each craniofacial condition lies a life waiting to be fully lived. His philosophy centers on restoring function, form, and confidence, not just through technical expertise, but with empathy, dignity, and cultural sensitivity.
He views surgery as more than a clinical procedure—it’s a life-transforming act. Whether correcting a cleft palate or reconstructing a cranial deformity, his work is driven by a deep conviction: every child and adult deserves the opportunity to speak, eat, smile, and be seen—fully and confidently.
Functional Principles for Life
Dr. Obiri Yeboah’s life and practice are anchored in three enduring principles:
1. Excellence with Compassion
Precision in surgery must be matched with kindness in care. Every patient is treated with the same level of attention and respect, regardless of their background.
2. Purpose Over Popularity
In a world drawn to visible success, Dr. Yeboah chooses meaningful impact—quietly building lives, mentoring future surgeons, and offering hope where few dare to go.
3. Legacy Through Service
His guiding belief: “What you build in others lasts longer than what you build for yourself.” From training residents to expanding access to craniofacial care in underserved regions, his life is a model of generational influence.
Craniofacial Footprints
Leaving a Mark That Can’t Be Erased
The phrase Craniofacial Footprints captures Dr. Obiri Yeboah’s lifelong vision—to leave behind a trail of transformation, both seen and unseen. These are the smiles restored, the surgeries pioneered, the surgeons trained, and the systems strengthened.
His vision is to build a sustainable craniofacial care ecosystem in Ghana and West Africa—one where no child must live in silence or shame due to a correctable condition. Through global collaboration, technology, and hands-on mentorship, Dr. Yeboah is not just making history—he’s shaping a future where his craniofacial footprints guide others to walk farther, dream bigger, and heal deeper.