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Augustine Danquah Amoako
Accra,Ghana
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Summary
Highly experienced, solution-oriented pharmacist with 10 years of broad-based experience in industrial pharmacy, regulatory affairs, community pharmacy practice, clinical care, drug discovery and development. With expertise in pharmacovigilance, regulatory affairs, product formulation and evaluation, clinical application, research and development, and patient care and counselings.
Overview
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Certification
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years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Principal pharmacist
Ministry of Defence
Accra
2017.05 - 2026.08
- In Charge of Compounding Unit of the Pharmacy responsible for extemporaneous preparation of paediatric syrups, other external dermatological creams.
- Train Pharmacy Interns and students.
- Supervise and participate in daily dispensing including prescription vetting.
- Counselling patient on drug therapy, medical devices usage and proper dieting and exercise at the Tuberculosis and Anti-retroviral Therapy clinic.
- Provide pharmacological information to other healthcare professional.
- Liaised with doctors to develop medication plan for patient.
- Key Achievements
- Revive the dormant compounding unit of the pharmacy division.
- Expanded the list of preparations done at the compounding unit of the pharmacy division.
- Formulated Syrup Clindamycin from the capsule with a good stability profile.
- Formulated Syrup Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine from tablets during Covid-19.
Graduate research (Medicinal and Organic Chemistry)
Drug Innovation Group (University of Ghana)
Accra
2023.10 - 2026.10
- Perform independent research.
- Conduct Structure Activity Relationship to improve pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of lead compounds.
- Design and conduct multistep synthesis of small molecules or drug candidates.
- Characterize synthesized compounds by NMR and LCMS.
- Conduct Scientific literature searches using database such as Scifinder, Reaxys.
- Maintain an accurate and current record of experimental results in an electronic laboratory book.
- Participate in research group and project meetings and communicate research results to the supervisor accurately and timely.
- Participate in departmental seminars.
- Maintain high standards of laboratory safety in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice.
Pharmacist/Head of Production
Pharmanova Ltd
Accra
2016.01 - 2017.05
- Lead, coordinate and direct the manufacturing of all products and production.
- Ensure effective and efficient use of available resources to manufacture products.
- Monitor production activities and ensure compliance with cGMP.
- Organizes pilot scale trials of products under development.
- Manage workforce of production department and ensure that staff are motivated and capable of achieving the day-to-day activities and long-term goals.
- Ensure implementation and sustained adherence to quality, safety and SOP procedures.
- Ensures conformance of manufacturing processes with organizational objectives and policies.
- Key Achievements
- Passed all GMP inspections conducted by the Food and Drugs Authority Ghana.
- Revised the Batch Manufacturing Record and Batch Packaging Records to include critical information to improve product quality.
- Revised various product formulas to improve percentage yield and product quality.
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Medex Pharmacy
Accra
2015.01 - 2015.12
- Coordinated medication management workflows for enhanced business efficiency.
- Maximised pharmacy teams' productivity through strategic staff planning.
- Managed prescribing and distribution systems to meet operational needs.
- Maintained safe temperature-controlled drug storage systems.
- Monitored emerging technologies for value-add opportunities within pharmacy services.
- Coached and mentored student pharmacists in patient care.
- Led equitable, compliant patient-centred pharmacy services.
- Managed stock within set minimum and maximum levels to serve customers without over-extending finances.
- Pursued new business opportunities by forging strong networks and contacting potential buyers.
- Received prescriptions and checked against medical histories, safeguarding patient health and safety.
- Supplied non-prescription medicines, diagnostic and therapeutic aids, providing advice to customers on effective usage.
- Advised patients on drug incompatibility and contraindications, minimising likelihood of ill effects.
- Trained and mentored high-performing pharmacy support technicians.
Pharmacist Intern
Bendi Chemist
Accra
2014.09 - 2014.11
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing patient queries promptly.
- Worked closely with the team during busy periods, ensuring high levels of service delivery despite increased workload.
- Ensured accurate dispensing with strict adherence to protocols.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing wastage whilst ensuring availability of necessary drugs at all times.
- Collaborated with senior pharmacists, enhancing learning experience.
- Advised patients on dosage schedules to ensure correct usage of medications.
- Assisted in administration tasks such as billing and record-keeping for smooth pharmacy operations.
- Improved patient understanding by providing detailed medication information.
- Assisted in formulating individualised treatment plans for optimal results.
- Provided clinical information to patients to facilitate correct use of medications.
- Supported team of pharmacists and technicians to deliver smooth clinical and distributive service.
- Received and unpacked incoming stock, checking inventory against invoice.
Pharmacist Intern
Greater Accra Regional Hospital
Accra
2014.05 - 2014.08
- Reviewed content of all drug packaging and labelling to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Record to monitor pharmacy inventory, promptly reordering low-stock supplies to prevent stock-outs.
- Compounded and dispensed medication and other pharmaceutical preparations in compliance with legal, ethical and professional standards of pharmacy practice.
- Monitored and counselled chronic disease patients, maximizing treatment efficacy by the support of the supervising pharmacist.
- Ensured safe and secure storage of all medicines and hospital supplies.
- Stayed up to date on pharmacy regulations, treatments and developments in research and design, continuously improving professionally.
Pharmacist Intern
Food and Drug Authority, Head Office
Accra
2013.10 - 2014.04
- Documents and code received dossiers.
- Receives and Store product sample for registration.
- Preparation of dossiers for Dossier Evaluation Committee meeting.
- Assists in organizing Dossier Evaluation Committee meetings.
- Responsible for maintaining Drug Register.
- Responsible for receipt and storage of drug sample for registration.
Education
Master of Philosophy - Chemistry
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
Ghana 2023.10 - 2026.10
Diploma - Military Studies
GHANA MILITARY ACADEMY
GHANA 2017.05 - 2017.10
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
Miotso, Ghana 2008.10 - 2013.06
Skills
- Analytical skill
- Good time management
- Highly organized and efficient
- Leadership and teamwork
- Problem solving oriented
- Interpersonal skill
Certification
Pharmacist, Pharmacy Council Ghana. 2015
LANGUAGES
English: Native language
REFERENCES
- Prof Kwasi, Ohemeng, Dean, School of Pharmacy, 0243277105, Central University Miotso Tema, Tema, Ghana
- Lt Col PK, Effah, Senior Specialist Pharmacist, 0243236387, 37 Military Hospital Accra, Accra, Ghana
- Dr. Harry, Owudo, Senior Lecturer, School Of Pharmacy, 0550122476, Central University, Miotso, Miotso, Ghana
AWARDS, ACCOMPLISHMENTS, AND HONOURS
Best Multi-Disciplinary Research Team at Ghana Armed Forces Health Service Scientific Conference 2025
Affiliations
- Member- Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana
- Member- Industrial Pharmacist Association
- Member- Government Hospital Pharmacists Association
- Member- Ghana Armed Forces Pharmacists Association
- Graduate Member- American Chemical Society
Timeline
Master of Philosophy - Chemistry
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
2023.10 - 2026.10
Graduate research (Medicinal and Organic Chemistry)
Drug Innovation Group (University of Ghana)
2023.10 - 2026.10
Diploma - Military Studies
GHANA MILITARY ACADEMY
2017.05 - 2017.10
Principal pharmacist
Ministry of Defence
2017.05 - 2026.08
Pharmacist/Head of Production
Pharmanova Ltd
2016.01 - 2017.05
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Manager
Medex Pharmacy
2015.01 - 2015.12
Pharmacist Intern
Bendi Chemist
2014.09 - 2014.11
Pharmacist Intern
Greater Accra Regional Hospital
2014.05 - 2014.08
Pharmacist Intern
Food and Drug Authority, Head Office
2013.10 - 2014.04
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
CENTRAL UNIVERSITY
2008.10 - 2013.06