THOMAS MENSAH
Kumasi
Summary
A highly motivated and goal-oriented professional with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, exceptional interpersonal skills, and adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I thrive in environments that foster continuous learning and development, where I can contribute my skills and collaborate with colleagues and diverse stakeholders to achieve shared goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Practitioner
Ghana Health Service, Suntreso Government Hospital
Kumasi
06.2019 - Current
- Assess patient needs by taking detailed histories and performing comprehensive physical examinations.
- Interpret test results to diagnose illness or injury, while considering the patient's age, gender, family history, and environment.
- Provide diagnosis and treatment for various illnesses and injuries.
- Refer patients appropriately to specialists when necessary or requested by the patient and family member.
- Educate patients about their conditions, medications, treatments, and follow-up care.
- Schedule regular checkups with patients to monitor the progress of existing treatments or conditions.
- Participate in continuing education programs to stay up-to-date on new developments in medicine.
- Counsel patients on lifestyle changes and preventive healthcare measures.
Part-time Pathology Lecturer
Christian Service University College, Department of Nursing
Kumasi
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Developed syllabus, lesson plans, and lecture materials on general and systemic pathology for second-year nursing students.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, and examinations.
- Assigned grades based on student performance in class assignments and exams.
Junior Doctor( House Officer)
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
Cape Coast
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Participated in a six-month clinical rotation in each of the four major specialties: Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Pediatrics.
- Performed all clinical duties assigned to me by the Consultant/Specialist or the Resident/Medical Officer (MO) of the teams in each specialty under supervision.
Pupil Teacher
Queen of Peace Academy
Takoradi
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Taught Mathematics and Science.
- Developed lesson plans and activities that were tailored to meet the needs of each student.
- Assessed pupils' progress, identified areas for improvement, and developed strategies to address them.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that all students had access to a quality education.
- Maintained accurate records of pupil attendance, grades, assignments, and other relevant data.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery( MB ChB) - Medicine
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi,Ghana06-2016
West African Secondary School Certificate Examination(WASSCE)WASSCE - General Science
Takoradi Senior High School
Takoradi,Ghana06-2008
Skills
- Leadership
- Program Development
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Education
- Medical chart documentation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Physical examination
- Treatment Planning
- Teaching strategies
- Problem-solving
Languages
Akan
First Language
Ghanaian
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Accomplishments
-Presidential Honor for Distinguished Service (COVID-19 National Honors and Awards-2023): March 14, 2023
-Takoradi Secondary School Top Student & Award Recipient (2008)
Affiliations
- Going for a walk
- Jogging
- Gym workout
- Geopolitics Enthusiast
- Sightseeing
- Reading
Certification
- Medical and Dental Council-Ghana, Certificate of Permanent Registration(General Practitioner) - (2019)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Part-time Pathology Lecturer
Christian Service University College, Department of Nursing
09.2019 - 12.2019
General Practitioner
Ghana Health Service, Suntreso Government Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Junior Doctor( House Officer)
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
09.2016 - 10.2018
Pupil Teacher
Queen of Peace Academy
09.2006 - 10.2009
- Medical and Dental Council-Ghana, Certificate of Permanent Registration(General Practitioner) - (2019)
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery( MB ChB) - Medicine
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
West African Secondary School Certificate Examination(WASSCE)WASSCE - General Science
Takoradi Senior High School
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