Dr. Joe Amara Koroma is a medical doctor and cardiology-trained physician with a strong interest in cardiovascular care, prevention, and health promotion. He serves as Country Lead for Sierra Leone in Amyloidosis Africa, supporting the expansion of awareness, clinician engagement, and collaborative initiatives on cardiac amyloidosis within the country.

He completed his medical training at the Latin American School of Medicine (ELAM), Cuba, where he graduated as one of the top-performing international medical students, receiving national recognition for academic excellence and leadership. He further pursued cardiology training at the Institute of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery in Havana, gaining clinical exposure in cardiovascular disease management.

Dr. Koroma has demonstrated strong leadership throughout his training, serving as President of the African Students Union in Cuba and President of the Foreign Students Nationality Council, where he played a key role in representing international students and promoting collaboration across diverse communities.

His interests include preventive cardiology, health promotion, and improving access to cardiovascular care in underserved populations. Through his role in Amyloidosis Africa, he contributes to strengthening early awareness, clinician engagement, and future research collaborations in Sierra Leone, supporting efforts to improve recognition of underdiagnosed cardiovascular conditions across West Africa.