A diligent medical professional with over two years of experience providing quality care to patients, families and communities and who is passionate about preventive medicine and public health through research and health education.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Officer
MOUNT OLIVE HOSPITAL
TECHIMAN
03.2024 - Current
Provided medical advice and support to patients, families, and healthcare personnel.
Developed treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis and individual needs.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Prescribed medications as needed for the treatment of various illnesses or diseases.
Assisted in emergency situations by providing life-saving measures when necessary.
Educated patients on preventative health care practices, nutrition, and lifestyle choices.
Maintained accurate records of patient data including test results, diagnoses, treatments, allergies.
Adhered to all safety protocols while performing medical procedures.
Evaluated test results and implemented appropriate treatments.
Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary.
Stayed up-to-date with current trends in medicine through continuing education courses.
Ordered laboratory tests or imaging studies as needed for diagnosis or treatment planning.
Conducted physical examinations of patients and documented findings in patient records.
MEDICAL OFFICER
TAMALE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Tamale
12.2023 - 02.2024
Provided medical advice and support to patients, families, and healthcare personnel.
Developed treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis and individual needs.
Conducted physical examinations of patients and documented findings in patient records.
Prescribed medications as needed for the treatment of various illnesses or diseases.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
SENIOR HOUSE OFFICER
HOLY FAMILY HOSPIATL (DEPARTMENT OF PAEDIATRICS )
05.2022 - 11.2023
Performed OPD consultation services to patients
Offered counseling to parents on how to observe danger signs in their wards and the need to seek for prompt medical care
Cared for neonates at the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Performed exchange transfusion for Neonatal jaundice babies.
SENIOR HOUSE OFFICER
HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL (DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY)
11.2022 - 05.2023
Ordered, performed and analysed blood tests to optimize the health of patients to prepare them for surgery
Performed surgical orthopaedic procedures such as reduction of dislocations, reduction and immobilization of fractures, and application of POP
Managed non operative surgical emergencies such as burns, abuse as part of a team offering biopsychosocial and wholistic patient centred care
Performed under supervision and assisted in varied elective and emergency surgical procedures such as hernia repair,appendicectomies,laparotomies spanning a period of 5months with over 95% favorable outcomes out of about 150 cases
Participated in two surgical outreaches organised by the Hospital in collaboration with an NGO(Operation International ) which provided free surgeries for over 300 patients with varied conditions with favorable outcomes.
HOUSE OFFICER
TAMALE TEACHING HOSPITAL (INTERNAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT & DEPARTENT OF OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY)
Tamale
11.2021 - 10.2022
Ordered, performed and analysed blood tests to diagnose patient conditions with high accuracy
Assisted patients with complex health needs by issuing referrals to specialists or professional superiors
Maximised treatment outcomes by analysing patients' medical history, including medication allergies, test results, previous hospitalizations and blood transfusion records to determine best procedure
Oversaw emergency procedures and administered first aid
Improved patient outcomes by monitoring conditions and effectively adjusting treatment plans to patient progress
Oversaw patient management which included antennal, pre-natal and post-natal care
Successfully managed obstetric emergencies
Performed and assisted in over 40 caesarian sections with favorable outcomes for both mother and baby
Held Chief House Officer role in both rotations.
Education
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE, BACHELOR OF SURGERY -
UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
07.2021
Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent listening and observation skills
Accurate record keeping
Organizational Skills
Good communication skills
Excellent work ethic
Team player
Leadership
Surgical Skills
Affiliations
Medical and Dental Council of Ghana. Registration.
Ghana Medical Association
Junior Doctors Association of Ghana
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team of health professionals in embarking on medical and mental health outreaches in the Tamale Metropolis.
Participated in the evaluation of CHPS+ Project in some facilities in Northern region .
Achieved a reduction mortality rate at the medical ward at Tamale Teaching Hospital by completing clinical duties with accuracy and efficiency.
Delivered a presentations in Holy Family Hospital, department of surgery on the topics; PRINCIPLES OF HEAD INJURY MANAGEMENT, BLOOD TRANSFUSION.
Helped in the organization of Final MBcHB part I in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department.
Helped in the organization of Final MBcHB part II in the Internal Medicine department.
Currently the Organizing Secretary of the Junior Doctors Association of Ghana.
Referee
DR ALI LANSAH, Medical Officer, Tamale Teaching Hospital,
+233 20 783 8760, lansah_ali@yahoo.com
DR.CAROLINE AYIDIYA,Obs. and Gyn resident,Greater Accra regional hospital
+233 207706745,carol_ayidiya@yahoo.com
Languages
English
First Language
Gonja
Advanced (C1)
C1
Twi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Dagbani
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Medical Officer
MOUNT OLIVE HOSPITAL
03.2024 - Current
MEDICAL OFFICER
TAMALE TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
12.2023 - 02.2024
SENIOR HOUSE OFFICER
HOLY FAMILY HOSPITAL (DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY)
11.2022 - 05.2023
SENIOR HOUSE OFFICER
HOLY FAMILY HOSPIATL (DEPARTMENT OF PAEDIATRICS )
05.2022 - 11.2023
HOUSE OFFICER
TAMALE TEACHING HOSPITAL (INTERNAL MEDICINE DEPARTMENT & DEPARTENT OF OBSTETRICS & GYNAECOLOGY)
11.2021 - 10.2022
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE, BACHELOR OF SURGERY -
UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES
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