Hannah Ofosua Owusu
Koforidua
Summary
Hardworking, attentive, and disciplined Emergency Physician equipped to handle stressful situations. Dr. Owusu has a solid record of success in leading care for patients with injuries and serious illnesses. She offers excellent assessment, triage and treatment and is decisive in implementing treatment measures. Dr. Owusu has also held many leadership roles in emergency medicine and in other fields.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Emergency Medicine Physician
St. Joseph Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Demonstrating proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid for health workers and communities
- Managing medical and surgical emergencies
- Enhancing team performance through regular debriefings after critical events, promoting continuous learning and improvement within the department
- Performing minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions
- Contributing to research efforts in the field of emergency medicine, leading to advancements in patient care practices
- Managing complex cases involving multiple specialists to ensure comprehensive patient care plans are developed and implemented
- Developing educational materials for patients regarding common conditions treated within an emergency setting, improving understanding of their diagnosis and treatment plan
- Strengthening relationships with local EMS providers by participating in collaborative training exercises and sharing best practices in pre-hospital care
- Participating in quality improvement projects aimed at addressing gaps in service delivery within the Emergency Department setting
- Mentoring/supervising junior physicians and medical students in the principles of emergency medicine.
- Referring/appropriate disposition of patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
- Evaluating new medical technologies for potential integration into the Emergency Department workflow, enhancing patient care and efficiency
- Providing expert consultation on complex cases to colleagues in other specialties, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care
Emergency Medicine Resident
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH)
09.2020 - 09.2023
- Assessed complex cases quickly, developing appropriate diagnostic strategies that led to successful treatment plans
- Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge and skills through ongoing professional development activities, including attending conferences and completing continuing medical education courses
- Mentored junior residents, medical students, and emergency nursing students by providing guidance on clinical decision-making processes and procedural skills
- Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions
- Performed life-saving procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and chest tube insertions in critical situations
- Communicated effectively with consulting specialists to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients requiring specialized services
- Adapted rapidly to changing circumstances within the emergency department environment, ensuring optimal patient management at all times
- Demonstrated leadership skills during mass-casualty incidents, coordinating resources effectively while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure
- Participated in community outreach programs aimed at promoting health awareness and improving access to emergency medical services for vulnerable populations.
General Medical Officer
St. Joseph Hospital
11.2018 - 09.2020
- Excelled in emergency situations, utilizing critical thinking skills and clinical expertise to stabilize patients rapidly
- Conducted thorough physical examinations, diagnosing patients accurately and developing appropriate treatment plans
- Managed chronic conditions effectively, partnering with patients to achieve their health goals
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions
- Performed minor surgical procedures as needed, adhering to strict safety protocols and delivering high-quality patient outcomes
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless continuity of care for patients
- Participated in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance healthcare delivery systems within the facility
Senior House Ofiicer
Eastern Regional Hospital
11.2017 - 10.2018
- Conducted thorough physical examinations, diagnosing patients accurately and developing appropriate treatment plans
- Managed chronic conditions effectively, partnering with patients to achieve their health goals
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions
- Performed minor surgical procedures as needed, adhering to strict safety protocols and delivering high-quality patient outcomes
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly
- Delivered compassionate care to diverse populations
Junior House Officer
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH)
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Conducted thorough physical examinations, diagnosing patients accurately and developing appropriate treatment plans
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions
- Performed minor surgical procedures as needed, adhering to strict safety protocols and delivering high-quality patient outcomes
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly
- Delivered compassionate care to diverse populations
- Managed paediatric cases under the supervision of senior colleagues (residents, specialists)
Education
Member of The Ghana College of Surgeons - Emergency Medicine
09.2020 - 12.2023
MBChB - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
07.2011 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Entomology And Wildlife
07.2004 - 08.2009
Skills
- Medical Emergency Triage
- Basic life support
- Advanced Life Support
- Ultrasound Proficiency
- Emergency Medical Procedures
- Cardiac Emergencies
- Pediatric Emergency Care
- Orthopedic Emergencies
- Airway Management
- Disaster preparedness
- Multitasking
- Task Prioritization
- Excellent Communication
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate Care
- Diligence
Accomplishments
Awarded best junior doctor for the Emergency Unit of Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital - 2022
President's Intern, African Federation for Emergency Medicine - June 2022 to date
Member of the Local Organising Committee for African Conference on Emergency Medicine, 2022
Awarded Best Doctor for St. Joseph Hospital, Koforidua - 2019
Assistant Girls' Prefect, Akwamuman Senior Secondary School - 2003/2004
Dinning Hall Prefect, Achimota Primary/JSS - 2000/2001
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Twi
Advanced (C1)
Certification
- Basic Emergency Care Course Master Trainer - March, 2025
- Basic Life Support Provider - February, 2024
- Advanced Life Support Provider - March, 2024
- Certificate in Fundamentals of Global Health Research, University of Washington, Department of Global Health - June, 2024
- Advanced HAZMAT life support - December, 2022
- Emergency Medicine boot camp - September 2021, 2022
- Basic Emergency Care Course Facilitator - December, 2022
- Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health
University of Washington, Department of Global Health - June, 2022
- Advance Emergency Trauma Course - September, 2021, 2022, 2023
Hobbies
Reading, singing, watching movies
Affiliations
- African Federation for Emergency Medicine
- Emergency Medicine Society of Ghana
- Global Emergency Medicine Literature Review (GEMLR)
EXTRA ACTIVITIES
1. Founder of Operation Help Me Live
An NGO established to help needy patients at St. Joseph Hospital
2. Co-Director of Kofcity Pharmacy, Koforidua
3. Member of MyHelp-YourHelp Foundation
An NGO aimed at supporting orphans and the needy in society
REFEREES
1. Dr. Doreen Djan
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Emergency Medicine Department
+233244232933/206300656
2. Dr. Daniel Osei Kwame
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital
Emergency Medicine Department
+233207942844/244973372
3. Dr. Collins Kissi
St. Joseph Hospital
P.O.Box KF40
Effiduase- Koforidua
+233245640062
4. Dr. David Kupualor
St. Joseph Hospital
P.O.Box KF40
Effiduase- Koforidua
+206301647/243941382
Timeline
Emergency Medicine Physician - St. Joseph Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Emergency Medicine Resident - Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH)
09.2020 - 09.2023
Ghana College of Physicians And Surgeons - Member of The Ghana College of Surgeons, Emergency Medicine
09.2020 - 12.2023
General Medical Officer - St. Joseph Hospital
11.2018 - 09.2020
Senior House Ofiicer - Eastern Regional Hospital
11.2017 - 10.2018
Junior House Officer - Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH)
09.2016 - 08.2017
University of Cape Coast School of Medical Science - MBChB, Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
07.2011 - 08.2016
University of Cape Coast - Bachelor of Science, Entomology And Wildlife
07.2004 - 08.2009
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