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VANESSA DANQUAH

Medical Doctor
Accra,Greater Accra

Timeline

Senior House Officer

Lekma Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2024

House Officer

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023

Medical Doctor

Emmanuel Community hospital
10.2021 - 04.2022

Medical Intern

37 Military Hospital
02.2020 - 02.2021

Medical Intern

Tema General Hospital
07.2017 - 09.2017

Bachelor Of Medicine And Bachelor Of Surgery - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

Jinggangshan University
2015.10 - 2021.07

West African Senior School Certificate Examination -

Wesley Girls’ High School
2011.11 - 2014.05

Basic Educational Certificate (BECE) - Basic Education

Queensland International School
05.2001 - 05.2011

Work History

Senior House Officer

Lekma Hospital
Teshie , Greater Accra
06.2023 - 07.2024
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations(Caesarean sections, Myomectomies), performed Manual Vacuum Aspirations, prepared patients for elective and emergency surgeries
  • Interpreted investigations such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
  • Contributed meaningfully to department meetings, teaching sessions and ward rounds.
  • Reviewed patients daily, added key details to medical histories, monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
  • Managed acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
  • Ensured accuracy of patient records by diligently updating their information after every consultation or procedure.
  • Responded to medical emergencies to help stabilize and manage patients

House Officer

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
Korle Bu, Greater Accra
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Worked well in a team setting.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly rotating through multiple departments, broadening clinical skills and expertise across various specialties.
  • Performed preoperative planning and thorough patient education.
  • Performed minor surgical procedures under direct supervision of attending physicians, honing technical skills necessary for future practice success.
  • Provided emergency care for critically ill children, stabilizing patients before transferring them to specialized wards if needed.
  • Managed various pediatric conditions, assessed developmental progress in pediatric patients, managed conditions pertaining to newborns of premature birth.
  • Participated in grand rounds, presenting complex cases to colleagues and engaging in constructive discussions for optimal patient outcomes.

Medical Doctor

Emmanuel Community hospital
Lapaz , Greater Accra
10.2021 - 04.2022
  • Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
  • Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.

Medical Intern

37 Military Hospital
37 , Greater Accra
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Supported senior physicians during rounds by taking notes and updating patient records
  • Observed surgical and medical procedures
  • Performed bedside procedures such as venipunctures, bedside investigative procedures (urine dipstick, bedside clotting time etc)
  • Took detailed notes on patient conditions and diagnoses.
  • Worked closely with nursing staff in executing daily tasks like vital signs monitoring
  • History taking including physical complaints, symptoms, on direct questioning and differential diagnoses.

Medical Intern

Tema General Hospital
Tema, Greater Accra
07.2017 - 09.2017
  • Observed and recorded patient conditions.
  • Assisted in medical procedures.
  • Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching sessions.
  • Shadowed residents, house officers, taking notes and asking questions.
  • Observed surgeries and other medical procedures with focus on increasing knowledge and skill.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education

Skills

  • Good communication skills
  • Active listening
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership Skills
  • Organized

Education

Bachelor Of Medicine And Bachelor Of Surgery - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

Jinggangshan University
China, Jiangxi Province, Ji’an City
2015.10 - 2021.07

West African Senior School Certificate Examination -

Wesley Girls’ High School
Cape Coast, Kakumdo City
2011.11 - 2014.05

Basic Educational Certificate (BECE) - Basic Education

Queensland International School
Sakumono
05.2001 - 05.2011

Summary

Hard working and compassionate medical doctor with expertise in medical and surgical fields. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Expert in communicating concisely and clearly to patients, their families and other healthcare professionals.

Certification

  • Forum for African Women Educationists (FAWE) - 2013/2014
  • Ghana Red Cross Society Certificate of Merit - 2013/2014
  • Certificate of Jinggangshan University Scholarship Award for Third Place - 2015
  • Certificate of Jinggangshan University Scholarship Award for Third Place - 2018
  • HSK 3 Chinese Language Certification - 1st December, 2019.
  • Chinese Language Study - School of International Education of Hainan Medical University - March, 2015 - June, 2015

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