Her upbringing was deeply intertwined with the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi, where her grandmother served as Director of Nursing. Living in the hospital's doctor's flats during her childhood provided a constant exposure to the medical environment, which her parents leveraged when deciding on her future.
Dr. Amoakoh admitted to resisting her parents' choice, even continuing to express her reluctance during her initial years of medical school. She recalled her mother completing her university application form and presenting it for her signature, a process that left her feeling she had little control over her own future.
Initially drawn to the potential for financial success and the opportunities in business, Dr. Amoakoh felt a disconnect with her parents' expectations. She expressed a preference for capitalist endeavors, stating, "I always liked the nicer things in life. That's why I'm a typical capitalist. You will not find me doing anything socialist."
Despite her initial opposition, Dr. Amoakoh now acknowledges the value of her medical training. She believes the rigorous demands of medical education foster discipline, resilience, and the ability to overcome challenges, qualities beneficial regardless of one's final career path.