Founding President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has shared an update on his treatment journey for Parkinson’s disease after undergoing a four-hour neuropsychological assessment in San Antonio, Texas, in the United States.

In a social media post on November 3, 2026, Cudjoe said the assessment took place at the University of Texas Health San Antonio Hospital on Monday, November 2, from 8:00 a.m. to noon.

He explained that the exercise began with an hour-long interview, followed by three hours of cognitive tests covering logical deduction, basic algebra, English and basic science.

Cudjoe, who believes he performed well in the assessment, estimated that he scored close to 90 per cent.

He also spoke about the significant financial commitment involved in accessing treatment in the United States.

According to him, the estimated cost of the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery is US$210,000. He said an additional US$150,000 could be required to cover travel, accommodation, aftercare and other related expenses.

This brings the potential total expenditure to about US$360,000, highlighting the financial demands of pursuing specialised treatment abroad.

Cudjoe noted that meeting these costs would require support from well-meaning individuals and businesses. He also expressed gratitude to those who have stood by him throughout his health journey, acknowledging their encouragement and prayers.

As part of efforts to address the challenges associated with accessing specialised Parkinson’s treatment in Ghana, Cudjoe disclosed that he had held discussions with businessman Ibrahim Mahama about securing support from Engineers and Planners and IMANI Africa.

According to him, Mahama agreed to the proposed initiative and appointed American sales and project management executive Ahmeena Anderson as a liaison to coordinate engagements between Ghana and medical institutions in the United States.

“Ibrahim agreed and has appointed an American sales and project management executive, Ms Ahmeena Anderson, as a liaison to coordinate affairs between Ghana and the US, specifically UT Health San Antonio in Texas and Rush University in Chicago,” he stated.

He identified the University of Texas Health San Antonio and Rush University in Chicago as institutions involved in the proposed collaboration.

Cudjoe said the discussions were aimed at helping address what he described as a shortage of specialised expertise in Deep Brain Stimulation in Ghana.

Despite the challenges, he said he remained focused on the next steps in his treatment journey.

“My Parkinson’s journey continues. Many thanks to you for your support and prayers,” he added.

Deep Brain Stimulation is a surgical treatment used to manage certain symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. It involves implanting electrodes in specific areas of the brain to deliver electrical impulses that help regulate abnormal brain activity.

The procedure can help improve symptoms such as tremors, stiffness and movement difficulties in appropriately selected patients, although it does not cure Parkinson’s disease.

See the post below:

Yesterday in San Antonio University, Hospital, Texas.

8:00 AM – 12 Noon – Neuropsychological evaluation.

One hour of intense and critical interview followed by three hours of rigorous 'academic' brain exercises consisting of logical deduction, basic algebra, English, basic science, etc. I think I made close to 90%: :) . The essence of this evaluation is to ensure that the brain isn’t declining due to debiliitating blockers such as Dementia.which could compromise a successful DBS surgery.

I'm pictured here with our well respected Neurosurgeon Dr. Okeanis Vaou! Dr. Vaou is a leading U.S. neurologist and Chief of the Movement Disorders Division at University of Texas Health San Antonio, specialising in Parkinson's disease and Deep Brain S⁸timulation (DBS).

The estimated cost of the DBS surgery is US$210, 000! If you add travel, accommodation, and other incidentals such aftercare, you may have to budget an additional $150k and pray for kind-hearted men and women and very influential legitimate business owners to support you.

There are roughly 16,000 to 18,000 active general and specialized neurologists in the United States.

The U.S. has roughly 1,000 majormedical centers and specialized hospitals that perform or support DBS therapy.

Ghana has about 12 general neurologists; none of them is a specialist in DBS! I have the pleasure to let you kbow that I have had extensive discussion with Mr. Ibrahim Mahama to have Engineers and Planners and IMANI commit to changing this sorry state of Mental health in Ghana.

Ibrahim agreed and has appointed an American sales and project management executive, as a liason coordinating affairs between Ghana and the US

My Parkinson's journey continues. Many thanks to you for your support and prayers.

More later...meanwhile we checked out the night life in San Antonio and l became a Cowboy.:) :) ..Koklo! :)

— Franklin CUDJOE (@lordcudjoe) November 3, 2026