JOSEPH AGYAPONG ABBEY
Medical Student
Tema
Summary
Highly motivated go-getter with passion for effective patient care and clinical research. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Aim to greatly contribute to healthcare delivery and clinical research around the globe through effective teamwork and personal excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Of First Aid Training Program
University Of Ghana Medical Students Association Health Committee
08.2022 - Current
- Piloted a training program in Basic Life Support for University of Ghana Medical Students maintain or improve job skills.
- Organized and attended meetings with the Anesthesia Department of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) to partner with them as First Aid trainers.
- Monitored, evaluated and recorded training activities for program effectiveness.
- Liaised with the KBTH Anesthesia Department to issue certificates to participating students.
Co-Author
Association Between Albuminuria And Retinal Microvascular Dysfunction In Type 2 Diabetes
07.2021 - 03.2023
- Conducted clinical procedures (including electrocardiography, pulse oximetry, ankle-brachial pressure measurements, and body composition measurements) and assisted in taking blood samples for over 350 research subjects.
- Actively helped Interview over 350 research subjects on their health and lifestyle choices and modifications.
- Assisted in data input and creation of a database for over 350 Ghanaian patients for analysis.
- Developed and maintained relationships with local physicians and other paramedics to promote outstanding patient service.
- Identified and reconciled issues and problems to drive patient satisfaction with devices.
- Participated in data collection and analysis alongside other authors invoved
Contributor
Cord Care Study
05.2021 - Current
- A comparison of the effectiveness and efficacy of the use of Methylated spirit alone, Chlorhexidine gel alone or a combination of the two in Umbilical Cord Stump dressing.
- Aided in interviewing over 300 pregnant mothers at term on best cord care practices.
- Followed up on subjects and recorded results for analysis.
Deputy Head
University of Ghana Medical Students Association Environmental Health Committee
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Created awareness on Waste Segregation and Recycling techniques on University of Ghana Korle-Bu campus
- Organized periodic clean-up exercises by medical students on campus.
Volunteer
National Commission on Civic Education, NCCE
09.2019 - Current
- Actively partook in Cleaning exercises around school environs
- Paid visits to and conducted cleaning exercises at the University of Ghana Hospital, Legon
- Embarked on peace campaigns to educate the student populace on the need to protect our peace during the SRC general elections.
- Participated in and helped organize programs, events, and activities to drive outreach initiatives.
Member
Standing Committee On Public Health
05.2019 - Current
- Participated in the month of October breast cancer awareness (dubbed "Pinktober") by distributing souvenirs and pamphlets and publicizing online flyers to help create awareness.
- Assisted in making provision for transportation and feeding for Students from the University of Ghana Medical School and other High Schools in preparation for the National Health Week Launch.
Others
General Experience
07.2016 - Current
- Soccer Coach: UGMS Class of 2024 (Present).
- Bible Study Coordinator: Pentecost Students and Associates (Present).
- Volunteer for free health screenings for residents of Asenema, Koforidua (March, 2023).
- Participant: Global Idea Summit (February, 2020).
- Participant: MOMIC 2019 Hepatitis B Awareness Campaign (January, 2020).
- Delegate: maiden edition of the International Health Students Summit (June, 2019).
- Contestant for Okuapemman School at the National Science and Maths Quiz (July, 2016).
Education
M.D. - Medicine
University of Ghana Medical School
Korle-Bu, Ghana11.2024
Bachelor of Science - Medical Sciences
University of Ghana Medical School
Korle-Bu, Accra11.2021
High School Diploma -
Okuapemman School
Akropong-AKwapim, Eastern Region05.2016
Skills
- Proficiency in use of Microsoft office tools
- Public speaking
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Coaching and Development
Languages
English, Twi
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Head Of First Aid Training Program
University Of Ghana Medical Students Association Health Committee
08.2022 - Current
Deputy Head
University of Ghana Medical Students Association Environmental Health Committee
08.2021 - 07.2022
Co-Author
Association Between Albuminuria And Retinal Microvascular Dysfunction In Type 2 Diabetes
07.2021 - 03.2023
Contributor
Cord Care Study
05.2021 - Current
Volunteer
National Commission on Civic Education, NCCE
09.2019 - Current
Member
Standing Committee On Public Health
05.2019 - Current
Others
General Experience
07.2016 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
University of Ghana Medical School
Bachelor of Science - Medical Sciences
University of Ghana Medical School
High School Diploma -
Okuapemman School
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