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Work History
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Rachael Opong-Peprah

Summary

Eager and Dedicated Public Health Doctor with a proven track record at Greater Accra Regional Hospital, adept in clinical expertise and strong communication skills. Spearheaded health programs significantly improving community health outcomes. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration and public health advocacy, enhancing healthcare delivery and education.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Health Doctor

Greater Accra Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • - Designed, implemented, and managed public health programs addressing prevalent health issues such as malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, etc.
  • - Conducted community health assessments and outreach programs to educate and engage the public on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • - Worked closely with local health authorities, NGOs, and community organizations to coordinate public health initiatives and improve health outcomes.
  • - Provided clinical care to patients in the ART Clinic and the DOTS clinic.
  • - Conducted training sessions for healthcare workers on public health practices, disease prevention, and health promotion strategies.
  • - Participated in emergency preparedness and response activities, providing support and medical expertise during health crises.
  • - Implemented disease control programs, conducted ongoing surveillance to monitor health trends, and submitted detailed reports to relevant health authorities

Senior Medical Officer

Emmanuel Eye Medical Centre(Luke Missions)
03.2019 - 12.2023

    - Management of Out-Patient Clinic and coordination with other units within facility

    - Provision of Out-Patients Care, Emergency care and refer appropriately.

    - Delivering health education talks to raise awareness about preventive measures, healthy lifestyles, and disease management.

    - Developing and implementing facility-based emergency response plans for public health crises or disasters.

    - Led health education and outreach programs to promote disease prevention and healthy lifestyles within the community.

    - ManagedEfficientresources and supplies to ensure. Efficient and effective healthcare delivery.

House Officer

Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital & GARH
05.2016 - 07.2018

· Worked in Surgery, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

· Took a thorough clinical history from patients to make accurate diagnosis.

· Closely examined the patient's medical history and medication allergies and conducted physical exams to determine treatment modality.

· Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail.

Education

Master of Public Health - Public Health

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
11.2024

MBChB - Medicine And Surgery

University of Ghana Medical School
Accra, Ghana
2015

Bachelor of Science - Medical Sciences

University of Ghana
Accra, Ghana
2012

Skills

  • Clinical Expertise
  • Public Health Knowledge
  • Health Education and Promotion
  • Public Health Advocacy
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Strong observational and analytical skills
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Communicable Disease Tracking

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)

Affiliations

  • NHIS Clinical and Compliance Audit 2023

Certification

  • Project Management in Global Health - University of Washington
  • Quality Maternal and Newborn Health - Yale (Coursera)
  • Global Disease Masterclass: Communicable
    Diseases Epidemiology, Intervention and
    Prevention - Imperial College of London (Coursera)
  • Principles of Disaster Preparedness and Infectious Disease Outbreaks - University of Minnesota
  • Immunization Essentials - Global Health eLearning Centre
  • Nutrition: An Introduction Course - Global Health eLearning Centre
  • M&E Fundamentals - Global Health eLearning Centre



Timeline

Public Health Doctor

Greater Accra Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Senior Medical Officer

Emmanuel Eye Medical Centre(Luke Missions)
03.2019 - 12.2023

House Officer

Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital & GARH
05.2016 - 07.2018

Master of Public Health - Public Health

University of Ghana

MBChB - Medicine And Surgery

University of Ghana Medical School

Bachelor of Science - Medical Sciences

University of Ghana
Rachael Opong-Peprah