ALBERT ACHU APIKENU
TARKWA
Summary
Board-certified physician offers team facilitation, patient care and medication administration expertise paired with outstanding recordkeeping and communication abilities. Patient-oriented and respectful professional with several years of comprehensive experience providing preventive treatment, evaluating clients and diagnosing illnesses. Committed to facilitating optimal care through highly individualized and dedicated patient contact.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Occupational Health Physician
Ghana Manganese Company Hospital
Tarkwa
05.2024 - Current
- Conducted patient examinations and assessed medical histories.
- Diagnosed and treated various medical conditions effectively.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient care continuity and streamline communication.
- Maintained accurate medical records in compliance with regulations.
- Guided and trained junior medical staff to improve care delivery and team competency.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
- Educated patients on procedures, treatment plans, medications and preventive measures.
- Reviewed X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans and other imaging studies to diagnose conditions or diseases.
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
- Followed universal or standard precautions consistently to protect patients and staff.
- Prescribed medications for treatment of illnesses or injuries.
Senior Medical Officer
JUABOSO GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL
JUABOSO
04.2020 - 03.2024
- Oversee day-to-day practice functions, patient care, medical and administrative staff and business activities.
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes and delivery of care.
- Observed delivery of care and business activities and made recommendations to improve programs, case management and clinical management.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
Medical Officer
Tarkwa Medical and Occupational Health Centre
Tarkwa
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted daily outpatient consultations to diagnose and treat patient conditions
- Emergency care
- Minor surgeries
- Provided individual counseling sessions for clients to support mental health and well-being
- Performed pre-/employment medicals to assess fitness for work and ensure compliance with health standards
- Occupational Health and Safety strategies
Medical Officer Intern
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
Cape Coast
05.2017 - 03.2019
- Consulted with senior colleagues to enhance patient care strategies.
- conducting daily ward reviews
- out-patient consultations
- Prepared clients and assisted in surgical procedures.
- Participated in specialized clinics, addressing specific patient needs to improve treatment effectiveness.
- Preparing and presenting at clinical meetings
Analytical Chemist
Goldfields Ghana Limited
Tarkwa
08.2009 - 01.2011
- Calibrated equipment to maintain accuracy and reliability in analytical results
- Implemented quality assurance procedures to enhance testing accuracy and uphold industry standards
- Conducted tests on samples to ensure compliance with quality standards
Education
Master of Arts - Health Law And Ethics
University of Ghana
Accra 09.2025 - 03.2026
Master of Public Health - Occupational, Environmental Health And Safety
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana 01.2022 - 11.2024
M.B.B.S - Medicine/Surgery
Weifang Medical University
Weifang, Shandong, China03-2016
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry/Biotechnology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana08-2009
Skills
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Diagnosing patients
- Emergency Response
- Basic Life Support
- Surgical techniques
- Clinical Instruction
- Patient relationship management
- Clinic Administration
Languages
English
First Language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary
A2
Akan(Fante/Twi)
Native
Native
Affiliations
KNUST, BcHEM ALUMNI-2009
- Member, Alumni Association
- GSTS Alumni
Activities
Reading
Watching soccer
Listening to music
Timeline
Master of Arts - Health Law And Ethics
University of Ghana
09.2025 - 03.2026
Occupational Health Physician
Ghana Manganese Company Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Master of Public Health - Occupational, Environmental Health And Safety
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
01.2022 - 11.2024
Senior Medical Officer
JUABOSO GOVERNMENT HOSPITAL
04.2020 - 03.2024
Medical Officer
Tarkwa Medical and Occupational Health Centre
04.2019 - 03.2020
Medical Officer Intern
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2019
Analytical Chemist
Goldfields Ghana Limited
08.2009 - 01.2011
M.B.B.S - Medicine/Surgery
Weifang Medical University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry/Biotechnology
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology