Astute Medical Officer trained in medical diagnostics, health education and comprehensive patient care. Intellectually curious and skilled in handling high loads of diverse patients, and leading support staff to maximize health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Officer at Infectious Disease Unit
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Accra
11.2022 - Current
Review patient history and conducted physical examinations to determine diagnosis and treatment plan.
Order laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
Monitor patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
Monitor treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
Direct and coordinate patient care activities of -house-officers, nursing and support staff.
Voluntary Community Health Service Provider
Private Sector and NGOs
Accra
10.2019 - Current
Participates in yearly breast screening exercises during breast cancer awareness programs
Participated in community diagnosis of non-communicable diseases and provided education on modifiable risk factors.
Participated in malaria prevention programs in rural Ghana through the supply of Insecticide Treated Nets and Intermittent Preventive Treatment for pregnant women.
Participated in infant vaccination programs to improve accessibility to vaccines in the Apam district.
Medical Officer
SAKUMONO HOSPITAL,DANPONG HOSPITAL
Accra
01.2021 - 12.2023
Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical record systems.
Performed minor surgical procedures in emergency situations to enhance patient care.
House Officer
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Accra
06.2021 - 06.2022
Completed six months each of rotations in Internal Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Diagnosed and treated patients with Cardiorespiratory, GI, Neurological and other systemic conditions.
Attained skills in performing and evaluating basic investigations; including ECGs, Obstetric Scans and other laboratory investigations
Acquired skills in performing Caesarean sections and basic Gynaecological procedures.
Consulted with specialists and referred patients for more advanced support based on individual needs.
House Officer
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
Accra
05.2020 - 05.2021
Completed six months each of rotations in Pediatrics and Surgery
Worked in collaboration with Medical Officers, Residents and Consultants to diagnose and initiate treatment regimen for patients.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results, and prescribed medication using both traditional and electronic methods.
Harnessed basic surgical skills, performed basic procedures and assisted senior colleagues in major surgeries.
Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet MDC standards.
Medical Intern
Klinikum Braunschweig
Braunschweig
08.2018 - 09.2018
Shadowed medical specialists through rotation work in the urology department.
Assisted in Urological Surgeries including laparoscopies and Robot Assisted Surgeries
Initiated assessments and plan of care for patients in conjunction with medical fellows and specialists.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) -
University of Ghana Medical School
Accra, Ghana
09.2019
Bachelor of Medical Science -
University of Ghana Medical School
Accra, Ghana
05.2016
High School Diploma (WASSCE) -
Presbyterian Boys' Secondary School
Legon, Accra Ghana
05.2013
Skills
Caesarean Sections
Minor Surgical Procedures
Burns and Trauma Management
Basic Medical Procedures
History Taking and Assessment
Lab Result Assessment
Treatment Plan Development
Good Work Ethic
Good Interpersonal Relationships
Treatment Plan Development
Good Work Ethic
Good Interpersonal Relationships
Timeline
Medical Officer at Infectious Disease Unit
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
11.2022 - Current
House Officer
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2022
Medical Officer
SAKUMONO HOSPITAL,DANPONG HOSPITAL
01.2021 - 12.2023
House Officer
Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2021
Voluntary Community Health Service Provider
Private Sector and NGOs
10.2019 - Current
Medical Intern
Klinikum Braunschweig
08.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) -