Yetsa Tuakli-Worsornu, MD, MPH
YETSA TUAKLI-WORSORNU, MD, MPH is an Associate Professor and Founding Director of the Stanford Center for Sports Equity.
Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu, a renowned sports and exercise medicine physician, brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to equity. With an illustrious career that spans clinical practice, research, and advocacy, Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu is well-positioned to lead the center in its mission to foster more successful sports environments through innovative athlete-centered research. A graduate of Harvard Medical School, Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu completed her residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the University of Maryland and fellowship in interventional spine and sports medicine at the Hospital for Special Surgery. Her research focuses on the intersection of sports and social justice, aiming to create safer, more accessible, and ultimately more meaningful opportunities for all who participate in sports.
Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu is not only a distinguished academic but also an accomplished athlete. She represented Ghana in international track and field competitions, bringing a unique perspective to her work that bridges the gap between athlete experiences and academic research. Her dual identity as a clinician and athlete fuels her passion and purpose.
At the Stanford Center for Sports Equity, Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu will spearhead cutting-edge research and educational programs, collaborating with local, national, and international organizations to advocate for systemic changes in sports policies, practices, and products, and integrate equity with excellence. Sports equity initiatives connect the natural sciences, social sciences, and sports industry to continuously improve sports.
Ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Stanford community eagerly anticipates the impact of this work. In her new role, Dr. Tuakli-Wosornu’s leadership is expected to inspire meaningful advancements in sports equity and new conversations about performance at all levels. With her expertise and vision, the Stanford Center for Sports Equity is poised to become a leading voice in a global conversation on sports, justice, and society.