Biography

Dr. Gabriel Dikong Founder & Chairman, CMFIT GLOBAL GROUP

Dr. Dikong, born in Douala Cameroon, came to the United States in 2002 and became an Iraqi United States Air Forces veteran. A distinguished professional in the field of clinical research, he currently holds the position of senior clinical research associate at Green Key Resources, a role he has excelled in since 2022. With expertise in drug and medical device clinical studies, he has made significant contributions to the industry over his extensive career.

Prior to his current role, Dr. Dikong served in several significant capacities, including positions from clinical research associate to senior clinical research associate, and to senior clinical operations specialist with several Contracts Research Organizations (CROs) through CMFIT Global Health Consulting, and Ascent from 2010 to 2022. His early career included positions as an intern research associate at the University of Cincinnati in 2010.

Dr. Dikong’s journey began with his service in the U.S. Air Force from 2004 to 2007. Before his military service, he was a certified state tested nurse aid for the state of Ohio in 2003. He also pursued an Associate degree program in biomedical equipment and information technology at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College from 2003-2004. Dr. Dikong furthered his education with a Master of Science in Biostatistics and Bioinformatics from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2011, and a Doctor of Public Health from Walden University School of Health Sciences in 2020.

In addition to his formal education, Dr. Dikong has obtained several certifications that have bolstered his professional capabilities. These include a post-graduate certificate in biomedical informatics from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 2016, certificate of public health from Walden University in 2017, certification in incidence command system from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in 2012 and Licensure as a professional medical interpreter from UC Health in 2010, and certified instructor for Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid, and AED for adults and children from the American Red Cross, and American Heart Association since 2020.

Dr. Dikong’s commitment to continuous learning is also evident through his professional training diploma in electrical and mechanical engineering technology from the Community College of the Air Force in 2007. Previously, he pursued a licensure program in economy and management at the University of Douala Cameroon in 2000.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Dikong has been actively involved with civic-minded organizations. He served as a program manager and spokesperson for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization from 1998 to 2001 during his senior high school years, and volunteers with Disabled American Veterans. Moreover, Dr. Dikong is a member of the National Association for Public Health Statistics, the American Medical Informatics Association, and National Society of Leadership and Success from Harvard University since 2018. He is also the founder and chairman of the CMFIT Global Group, Corp (www.Cmfitglobalgroup.org) an umbrella of several companies ranging from Non-profit Philanthropy, Technology, Biomedical, Human Resources, Media, Transportation, Space Technology, Advance Technology Research, and more.

Dr. Dikong’s devotion to the field is also reflected in his scholarly output, which includes several important publications. His contributions include authoring “A Geographic Study of Lung and Bronchus Cancer Rates in Kentucky,” published by ProQuest in 2019, and “Analysis of Measurement of Analytes Level on Cancer Study Population,” available through the University of Cincinnati Library in 2011.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Dikong enjoys playing soccer, running, exercising and traveling. Looking ahead, he aspires to connect with influential figures such as Elon Musk and the present and future President of the United States. Additionally, he is preparing to publish a book, a testament to his ongoing passion for sharing knowledge and making meaningful contributions to society nationally and globally. Dr. Dikong is a strong believer in the existence and power of God-Elohim and Jesus Christ.

• Health Sciences: DrPH, CPH in Public Health from Walden University
• Medicine: MSc in Environmental Health: Biostatistics and Epidemiology from the University of Cincinnati
• Medicine: PBc in Biomedical Informatics from the University of Cincinnati
• Allied Health: License Professional Medical Interpreter (LPMI) (French<=>English) from Bridging The Gap at the University of Cincinnati
• U.S. Air Force: Diploma Of Completion in EMET (honor graduate); two(2) years journeyman level
• American Red Cross: CPR/FA/AED Instructor
• National Notary Organization: Notary Signing Agent

Expeditionary Force Iraqi Veteran

• Volunteered at the Army Medical Center for Returned Wounded Soldiers at Balad JAB
• U.S. Congressional Order of Merits 2007-2008
• Air Force Top 10% Fitness Award
• National Defense Service Medal
• Iraqi Campaign Medal
• Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
• 2008 Presidential Commission nominee by the NR Congressional Committee Chairman Tom Cole
• Commander’s Coin Of Excellence
• Air Force Basic Training top 3 Fitness Award
• Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon
• Air Force Training Ribbon
• AF BDU Sharp Tack Award
• Biostatistics and Epidemiology
• CRP/FA/AED Instructor

His work’s vision and mission are to make an impact on people’s lives positively around the world peacefully and progressively. Hence, he volunteered in the Cameroonian community development in Cincinnati as the Finance Deputy of the Cameroonian Association of Cincinnati (CAMCA) and a member of the Public Relations of the Cameroonian Family of Cincinnati (CFC) in 2010-2011. As for his love for soccer, he volunteered as the Assistant Chief Administrator of the African Soccer Association of Greater Cincinnati for soccer community development in the United States of America. He is also involved with the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) and several community development projects, a remembrance of his participation as a youth, in the UNESCO programs in Africa during his senior high school and college freshman.

Academic and Professional Career Trends:

NB: Information given is subject to update under the strict vigilance of the privacy law.

• Walden University: Health Science-Public Health, DrPH 2012-2016 from Capella University/Transferred at Walden University (2016-2019) Graduated 11/2019
  Certified Public Health: CPH, 06/2017
  Certified CITI Researcher, 07/2019
  Certified Incident Command System Specialist: FEMA/ USDHS
• University of Cincinnati: Biomedical Informatics
  BMIN- PBc /Graduated Dec/2016
• University of Cincinnati: Environmental Health- Biostatistics and Epidemiology, MSc 2007-2012/ Graduated 06/2011; PhD scholar Biostatistics and Epidemiology.
  UC Health Alliance: Licensed Professional Medical Interpreter (LPMI), June 2010
  Biomedical Engineering previous program
  Biochemistry Science previous program
• Community College of the Air Force: Civil Engineer-EMET, Diploma of Completion 2004-2007/ Graduation 01/2006
• Cincinnati State Technical & Com College: Biomedical Equipment and Information System Technology program, 2003-2004
  Registered State Tested Nurse Aid 2003
• University of Douala: Economy and Management translated World Education Services, 2000- 2002
• Akwa High school of Cameroon: High School Diploma in Mathematics and Natural Science, 1993-2000
• Certify CPR/First Aid: American Red Cross
• Certify Medical Administration (Delegated Nurse): Department of Developmental Disabilities

Awards

• 2018:
  • NSLS at Walden University Induction
• 2013-2015:
  • CU President’s Lists
• 2013:
  • Donor of the Year recognition from the Help Handicapped Veteran.
• 2012:
  • Graduation award letter from the University of Cincinnati by Ohio State Representative (Rep. Connie Pillich)
• 2012-2013:
  • Marathon’s award toward the fight against cancer by the United States Cancer Society
• 2011:
  • Graduation award letter from the University of Cincinnati by Ohio State Senate (Sen. William J. Seitz) Best Support Award Certificate from the Cameroonian Association of Cincinnati Organization Board
• 2010:
  • Military Service recognition: President University of Cincinnati Disabled American Veterans Service Recognition
• 2009:
  • Dean’s List University of Cincinnati recognition award by Ohio State Congress (Rep. Denise Driehaus)
• 2008:
  • US Congressional Order of Merit: United States Air Force service
  • UC Dean’s List
• 2007:
  • US Congressional Order of Merit: United States Air Force service
• 2006:
  • Commander Coin of Excellence: Balad Air Base. United State Air Force Iraqi Tour
  • Medal of Top Ten Fitness Performance: Canon Air Force Base Fitness Training
• 2005:
  • Sharp Airman of the Year: 27 Fighter Wing Cannon Air Force Base
  • Honor Graduate: Air Force Academic training school
  • Medal of Top Three Fitness Performance: United States Air Force Fitness Training
• 2004:
  • Dean’s List Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.

WORKSHOPS ATTENDED

• 2012:
  • May: Research Retreat Symposium, Cincinnati Diabetes and Obesity Center
  • April: Engaging Communities in Research Partnerships Symposium, Center for Clinical and Translational Science and Training
• 2011:
  • June: Clinical Research Training Program: JMP Genomics Workshop, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
  • May: Graduate school conference on ethicality in research. University of Cincinnati

COMMUNITY SERVICE

• 2006:
  • Volunteer in the Army Medical Corps as part of the intervention team for wounded soldiers during deployment in Iraq
• 2007-2011:
  • Volunteer as the finance deputy with the Cameroonian Association of Cincinnati (CAMCA), and also as a member of the Public Relation with the Cameroonian Family of Cincinnati (CFC) for Cameroon Community development (2010-2011)
  • Volunteer as the Assistant Chief Administrator of the African Soccer Association of Greater Cincinnati (ASAGC) for Soccer Development
  • Volunteer Student Community Organizer
• 2011:
  • Volunteer with the Disabled American Veterans for the transformation of the Clovernook Elementary School old building into a community center
  • Volunteer as president and vice president candidate of Graduate Student Governance Association: University of Cincinnati

PUBLICATION

• A Geographic Study of Lung and Bronchus Cancer Rates in Kentucky, DrPH Capstone Dissertation Thesis of November 2019 via ProQuest
• Study of Analytes Level in Communities Exposed to Environmental Toxin: A Sub-Section of a Broad Study on Breast Cancer, Master of Science Thesis Research Subject of June 2011 via University of Cincinnati Library

PRESENTATION

• Dr. Gabriel Dikong, Study of the Treatment of Toenail Onychomycosis, Health Services Research, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

• American Statistical Association
• National Environmental Health Association
• American Public Health Association
• American Psychological Association
• American Medical Informatics Association
• Biomedical Informatics Students Association
• International Fellowship of Christians and Jews
• National Society of Leadership and Success (Walden U Chapter)
• Student Veterans Association (Walden U Social Media Committee)