LAWRENCE KOOMSON
TEMA
Summary
Compassionate Primary Care Physician with accomplished background inspiring, motivating and leading teams to make effective decisions. Skilled at analyzing complex problems and implementing practical solutions. Strategic and committed to fostering culture of responsibility and accountability.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Member
Pension Alliance Trust
04.2022 - Current
- Enhanced board effectiveness by implementing innovative strategies and best practices.
- Streamlined decision-making processes for improved company performance and growth.
- Championed risk management initiatives, resulting in a more resilient organization.
- Drove strategic planning efforts to align with company vision and long-term objectives.
- Reviewed financial reports, budgets, and audit results to monitor the organization''s fiscal health.
- Evaluated CEO performance to ensure alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations.
Executive Director
Flamingo Health And Wellness
03.2022 - Current
- Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth.
- Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
Primary Care Physician
Trust Hospital
12.2013 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing thorough examinations and personalized treatment plans.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently managing appointments and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Improved overall patient health outcomes through preventative care measures and education on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal treatment plans were implemented.
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Medical Superintendent - Tema Trust Clinic
Trust Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2020
- Optimized hospital operations by implementing efficient administrative processes and patient-centered care strategies.
- Improved patient satisfaction rates through effective communication, empathetic listening, and timely responses to concerns.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs for medical staff, enhancing their skills and expertise in patient care.
- Reduced wait times for patients by streamlining appointment scheduling systems and optimizing resource allocation.
- Spearheaded initiatives aimed at increasing employee morale and fostering a positive work environment for healthcare professionals.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to promote preventive healthcare measures within the community and increase awareness of available services.
National Occupational Health Officer
International SOS
12.2012 - 06.2013
- Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Increased employee satisfaction with constructive performance evaluations and targeted feedback.
- Boosted team morale through recognition programs, resulting in higher productivity levels.
Occupational Health Expert Witness
Goldfields Ghana Ltd
01.2014 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Resident Physician
Lister Hospital And Fertility Centre
01.2007 - 12.2012
- Improved patient care by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Enhanced medical knowledge for residents by conducting regular educational seminars and workshops.
- Streamlined hospital procedures with efficient time management, reducing patient wait times and increasing satisfaction.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, leading to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Mentored junior residents, providing guidance on clinical decision-making and best practices in patient care.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, coordinating care among various specialists for improved results.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and professional bedside manner.
Senior House Staff Grade
Greater Manchester Mental Health Center
12.2005 - 05.2006
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
University of Ghana Medical School
Accra, Ghana, MBA - Public Health Management
University of Cumbria
Robert Kennedy College11.2022
Health Administration Management
Ghana Institute of Managerial &Public
04.2016
Master of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
University of Cape Town
CapeTown, South Africa12.2011
Skills
- Policy Development
- Operations Management
- Policy Evaluation
- Organizational Leadership
- Financial Administration
- Operational efficiency
- Change management
- Talent development
- Leadership experience
- Digital transformation
- Effective communication
- Strategic thinking
- Compliance Management
Accomplishments
1. Digital Health Innovation Award - November 2021
2. Founder of Flamingo Health and Wellness - a novel telehealth business designed to offer pre-hospital and Home Care health services via a digital platform
3. Occupation Health Expert Witness - Offer occupational Health expertise to goldfields in support of legal suits filed against it in Court.
4. Gold Prize - Public Health Advocacy on World health Day theme - Stop Exclusion, dare to care - April 2021
Affiliations
- Scratch Golfer
- Tennis Player
- Guitar and Keyboard player in Church Choir
- Team Lead in an Evangelism Club in a Christian Church
Certification
1. Short Course Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety Management - ICM, Bournemouth, England.
2. Regular Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - up to date
3. Permanently registered medical doctor in good standing with Ghana Medical and Dental Council (GMDC) - MDC/RN/05026
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
French
Intermediate (B1)
MY PASSION
I am driven by the planning, implimentation and evaluation of electronic medical record system within the complexities of our health care delivery effort across the cyperspace upon which, innovative and creative minds will be recruited to deliver a new health service without borders, that is designed to reach every nook and cranny
References
References available upon request.
Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Timeline
Board Member
Pension Alliance Trust
04.2022 - Current
Executive Director
Flamingo Health And Wellness
03.2022 - Current
Medical Superintendent - Tema Trust Clinic
Trust Hospital
05.2015 - 05.2020
Occupational Health Expert Witness
Goldfields Ghana Ltd
01.2014 - Current
Primary Care Physician
Trust Hospital
12.2013 - Current
National Occupational Health Officer
International SOS
12.2012 - 06.2013
Resident Physician
Lister Hospital And Fertility Centre
01.2007 - 12.2012
Senior House Staff Grade
Greater Manchester Mental Health Center
12.2005 - 05.2006
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
University of Ghana Medical School
MBA - Public Health Management
University of Cumbria
Health Administration Management
Ghana Institute of Managerial &Public
Master of Science - Occupational Health And Industrial Hygiene
University of Cape Town
1. Short Course Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety Management - ICM, Bournemouth, England.
2. Regular Adult Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - up to date
3. Permanently registered medical doctor in good standing with Ghana Medical and Dental Council (GMDC) - MDC/RN/05026
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