Highly motivated, dedicated hard working public health student and clinically competent General Practitioner with a six-year experience of caring for patients from a range of cultural backgrounds. Exhibits high degree of intelligence, and readily grasps new concepts. Results-driven, determined and decisive; and uses initiative to develop effective solutions to problems. Committed to pursuing a role in which I can help promote good health and quality of life.
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- Departments: Pediatric, Surgery, Medicine, OBGYN and Emergency Supervised the day-to-day running of the Emergency and Children's Departments.
- Ensured the Emergency Department was well equipped with adequate drugs, regular oxygen supply, monitors and extra beds for improved patient care Trained the emergency staff (Nurses and Health Assistants) on Basic Life Support and how to recognize and assess common medical and surgical emergencies.
- Examined and diagnosed patients, prescribed medications and administered treatments Performed routine surgery, including primary closure techniques, herniorrhaphies, caesarean sections Assisted in the daily running of the surgical and pediatric clinics Supervised pre-natal and post-natal care provided by midwives General overseer of the Children's Ward.
Provided prenatal care to pregnant women, delivered babies and provided postnatal care to mother and infant.
Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and their families.
Exhibited expert knowledge of policies, procedures, ethical standards and laws regarding the delivery of medical care.Strictly maintained the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and any sensitive situations.Discussed various treatment options extensively with patients and families.Rapidly assessed and responded to medical emergencies.Directed an operating room team of [number] medical staff during surgery.Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases.
- Departments of Child Health & Surgery, Accra Ghana Reviewed all in-patients (including pre- and post-surgical patients) daily Ensured all laboratory works for surgery patients were ready on time Assisted in major surgeries such as laparotomies and craniotomies Assisted in the daily running of the surgical and pediatric clinics Inducted and supervised First Year House Officers Actively participated and presented at weekly clinical meetings.
- Assisted with the running of the antenatal, gynecological, renal, Neurology out-patient clinics Reviewed all in-Patients (including Pre and Post-surgical patients) daily Performed minor procedures such as abdominal paracentesis and insertion of chest and nasogastric tubes Assisted in surgeries such as caesarean sections, hysterectomies and fistulae repair Participated actively in weekly clinical presentations.
- A New Dawn on Cancer Care- Focus on Prostate Cancer screening and care Management of fractures Dermatological manifestation of systemic diseases Cutaneous Ulcers and the Diabetic Foot 2010 Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Nephrology Update (Emphasis on Pediatric Nephrology) Management of Hepatitis B in Pregnancy Safe clinical blood transfusion practices.
Public Health (MPH)-Global Health
2014 United Way, Ghana. Non-Governmental Organization Medical Volunteer: assisted with health screening and treating of cholera while educating patients about the illness and hygiene 2013 Yale Alumni Service Group Outreach Cline, Yamoransa, Ghana Volunteer: Performed general health screening of nearby communities and provided basic health education of communal diseases 2010-2013 University of Cape Coast Annual Medical screening Medical Officer: performed general medical screening for incoming students and staff prior to beginning the academic year 2004-2007 University of Ghana Medical Students Association Health Week Outreach Volunteer: Performed general health screening of nearby communities and provided basic health education of communal diseases
- COMMUNITY SERVICES 2014 United Way, Ghana. Non-Governmental Organization Medical Volunteer: assisted with health screening and treating of cholera while educating patients about the illness and hygiene 2013 Yale Alumni Service Group Outreach Cline, Yamoransa, Ghana Volunteer: Performed general health screening of nearby communities and provided basic health education of communal diseases 2010-2013 University of Cape Coast Annual Medical screening Medical Officer: performed general medical screening for incoming students and staff prior to beginning the academic year 2004-2007 University of Ghana Medical Students Association Health Week Outreach Volunteer: Performed general health screening of nearby communities and provided basic health education of communal diseases HOBBIES Playing soccer, squash and Tennis
Basic, Cancer, coaching, Excellent Interpersonal skills, Diabetic, Focus, inspiration, leadership, Life Support, meetings, works, monitors, Neurology, patient care, presentations, Surgery, Teaching
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School Attended
- Washington University
- University of Ghana Medical School
Job Titles Held:
Degrees
- Masters
- Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra
- Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBCHB) and Bachelor of Medical Sciences
- BSc
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