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DERRICK MENSA KUMA JONFIAH

Kumasi

Summary

Experienced Medical Officer dedicated to patient safety and satisfaction. Offering 9 years of expertise in advising on health issues and disease control in pre-hospital and clinical settings. Possessing in-depth knowledge of clinical medicine, techniques, and procedures. Skilled in coordinating patient care to meet safety standards and implementing healthcare programs effectively.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

RESIDENT (OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY)

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Kumasi
09.2023 - Current
  • Performed rounds twice daily to discuss patient care plans, review diagnostic studies, communicate with patients and discuss medication lists.
  • Performed initial and ongoing assessments of patients' medical, physical and psychosocial status.
  • Provided patient education and counseling, covering health status, test results, disease processes and discharge planning.
  • Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
  • Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
  • Performed various Obstetric and Gynaecological surgical procedures weekly

Medical Officer

Ghana Health Service Bibiani Municipal Hospital
Bibiani
12.2019 - 07.2023
  • Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
  • Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
  • Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
  • Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
  • Trained and supervised medical students and physician assistants engaged in special activities and procedures.
  • Reviewed and evaluated test results to suggest care and treatment options.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
  • Performed surgical interventions like Caesarian Section, Appendicectomy, Repair of Perforated Peptic Ucler, Salpingectomy.

Medical Officer

Ghana Health Service Tarkwa Municipal Hospital
Tarkwa
12.2018 - 09.2019
  • Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
  • Entered and scanned patient history, current medical conditions and medications into novel EHR system.
  • Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
  • Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
  • Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
  • Collected information about patient histories, current conditions and vital statistics to make accurate determinations about conditions.
  • Educated patients about procedures, conditions and medications.
  • Wrote and updated patient prescriptions.
  • Provided routine and emergency medical care to patients.

House Officer

Ministry of Health Tamale Teaching Hospital
Tamale
06.2016 - 08.2018
  • Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
  • Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
  • Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
  • Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications and immunization statuses.
  • Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
  • Volunteered at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients.
  • Recorded patients' health histories and provided over 500 consultations weekly.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.

Education

Master of Public Health - Public Health

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi
11-2025

Bachelor of Medicine And Surgery(MBChB) - Medicine

University of Ghana Medical School
Accra, Ghana
11-2015

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana
06-2008

Skills

  • Clinical education
  • Clinical Quality Improvement
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Team Building
  • Surgical Techniques
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Team collaboration
  • Emergency management
  • Professionalism

Timeline

RESIDENT (OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY)

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
09.2023 - Current

Medical Officer

Ghana Health Service Bibiani Municipal Hospital
12.2019 - 07.2023

Medical Officer

Ghana Health Service Tarkwa Municipal Hospital
12.2018 - 09.2019

House Officer

Ministry of Health Tamale Teaching Hospital
06.2016 - 08.2018

Master of Public Health - Public Health

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

Bachelor of Medicine And Surgery(MBChB) - Medicine

University of Ghana Medical School

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology

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