AI in health care
Hi, I’m
Maame Adwoa Korantemaa Addo-Danquah
Medical Doctor
C/o Trinity United Church, P. O. Box LG 953, Accra
Summary
A health professional with great aptitude for leadership and research. Passionate about self-development and progression, ensuring constant and meticulous best practice and consistently delivering exceptional results. Patient-oriented, dedicated and hardworking, with internal drive to deliver excellence as well as being a tactical team player.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
University of Ghana Medical CentreAccra
Medical Officer
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Work to improve patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Enhance patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments accordingly.
- Interpret diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Promote a culture of safety within the healthcare facility, adhering to strict infection control measures, and reporting potential hazards.
- Facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals across various departments.
- Advocate for patient-centered care within the healthcare facility by championing initiatives that cater to individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and streamline communication.
Kibi Government HospitalKyebi, Eastern Region
Medical Officer
1 2022 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Attended to outpatients, inpatients, emergencies, and performed caesarean sections.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by implementing innovative treatment protocols.
- Counseled patients on their conditions and consulted or referred them to see the necessary additional health worker as needed, such as the nutritionist, the psychologist, etc.
- Performed minor theatre cases, such as debridement and suturing, but referred patients who required more attention and management than our facility could provide.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations, and surgical interventions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
Motherlove HospitalAccra
Medical Officer
02.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Attended to outpatients, inpatients, and emergencies.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Served as an approachable resource for patients'' families, addressing concerns and providing education on medical conditions and treatments.
- Requested and interpreted labs.
- Performed minor surgeries, such as suturing and debridement.
Pentecost Hospital, Department of PediatricsAccra
Senior House Officer
08.2020 - 02.2021
Job overview
- In charge of neonatal assessment, outpatient, inpatient, and emergency cases.
- Assisted senior physicians during assessments, examinations, and management of the patients.
- Set IV lines for administration of medication and carried out successful blood transfusions.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Reviewed complex cases alongside colleagues during peer consultations to develop consensus on appropriate courses of action for challenging scenarios.
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hosp. Dept. of SurgeryMampong, Eastern Region
Senior House Officer
10.2019 - 04.2020
Job overview
- Performed minor surgeries, including debridement under anesthesia and suturing of minor wounds.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals across various departments.
- Verified complex diagnoses to facilitate treatment plans.
- Assisted with surgeries, such as herniotomies and herniorrhaphies.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
37 Military Hospital, Dept. Int. Med and ONG Accra
Junior House Officer
10.2018 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Attended to outpatients, requested, and interpreted significant labs.
- Monitored vital signs during treatments of especially admitted or detained patients.
- Adopted plans promptly, maintaining patient comfort and making sure to communicate effectively with the patients and relatives concerning their condition and treatment options.
- Reported significant events and clinical governance matters to superiors for appropriate resolution.
- Reviewed antenatal and postnatal cases.
- Assisted in obstetric and gynecological surgeries.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
- Served as an approachable resource for patients' families, addressing concerns and providing education on medical conditions and treatments.
Education
Google & Coursera CoursesOnline
Google Project Management
06.2021 - 12.2021
Google & Coursera CoursesOnline
Financial Planning
05.2021 - 06.2021
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & TechnologyKumasi, Ghana
MBCHB - Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery from Medicine And Surgery
07.2015 - 08.2018
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & TechnologyKumasi, Ghana
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology from Basic Sciences
09.2012 - 07.2015
Holy Child Senior High SchoolCape Coast, Ghana
WASSCE Certificate
10.2008 - 06.2012
Skills
Data collection and interpretation
Excellent clinical skills
Professionalism
Time Management
Problem-Solving
Excellent Communication
Multitasking
Adaptability and Flexibility
Self Motivation
Financial Planning
Patient Safety
Teamwork and Collaboration
Research
Suicidal ideation among students in the University of Cape Coast, August 2017, Collected and analyzed data on whether students had any suicidal ideation and why
Leadership Experience
- Assistant School prefect in Senior high school (2011 / 2012)
- Proverbs 31 Womens' Group President (2016 / 2017)
- Member of the university choir (2015)
- Member of the Trinity United Church Youth Choir (2014 till date)
- Annual Medical outreaches
- Welfare Secretary, Trinity United Church Youth Choir (2021 to date)
- TB Coordinator for Kyebi Govt. Hospital (2022 - 2023)
- Member of the Quality Assurance committee for Kyebi Government hospital (June 2022 -August 2023)
References
Available upon request.
Interests
Healthcare management and administration
Hobbies
Outdoor and indoor games
Cleaning
Singing
Watching movies
Reading
Timeline
Medical Officer
University of Ghana Medical Centre
08.2023 - Current
Google & Coursera Courses
Google Project Management
06.2021 - 12.2021
Google & Coursera Courses
Financial Planning
05.2021 - 06.2021
Medical Officer
Motherlove Hospital
02.2021 - 01.2022
Senior House Officer
Pentecost Hospital, Department of Pediatrics
08.2020 - 02.2021
Senior House Officer
Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hosp. Dept. of Surgery
10.2019 - 04.2020
Junior House Officer
37 Military Hospital, Dept. Int. Med and ONG
10.2018 - 09.2019
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
MBCHB - Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery from Medicine And Surgery
07.2015 - 08.2018
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Bachelor of Science, Human Biology from Basic Sciences
09.2012 - 07.2015
Holy Child Senior High School
WASSCE Certificate
10.2008 - 06.2012
Medical Officer
Kibi Government Hospital
1 2022 - 08.2023