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Name: Dr. Ama Mensah
Contact: +233 24 123 4567 | [email protected]
Location: Accra, Ghana
Date of Birth: April 5, 1985
Nationality: Ghanaian

A dedicated and experienced Optometrist with over a decade of expertise in eye care, specializing in comprehensive ophthalmic services. A graduate of the University of Ghana and certified by the Ghana Optometric Association, I have served communities across Accra, focusing on preventive eye care, diagnosis of ocular diseases, and patient education. My work as an Optometrist in Ghana Accra has been driven by a commitment to improving visual health and accessibility in underserved populations. I combine clinical excellence with a passion for community engagement, ensuring that patients receive personalized care tailored to their unique needs.

• Doctor of Optometry (OD), University of Ghana, Legon
  Graduated: 2010 | GPA: 3.8/4.0
• Bachelor of Science in Optometry, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi
  Graduated: 2006 | Honors: First Class
• Advanced Certification in Pediatric Optometry, American Academy of Optometry, USA
  Completed: 2015

• Senior Optometrist, Accra Eye Care Clinic, Accra, Ghana
  January 2018 – Present
  - Conducted comprehensive eye examinations and prescribed corrective lenses for patients of all ages.
  - Managed cases of glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy through early detection and referrals.
  - Collaborated with ophthalmologists to provide post-operative care for surgical patients.
  - Organized free eye screening campaigns in rural communities near Accra, reaching over 2,000 individuals annually.
  - Trained junior optometrists and students from the University of Ghana.
• Optometrist, St. Mary’s Hospital, Tema, Ghana
  June 2013 – December 2017
  - Provided primary eye care services, including contact lens fittings and low-vision assistance.
  - Developed a patient management system to streamline appointment scheduling and record-keeping.
  - Participated in community health programs, focusing on reducing preventable blindness in Accra’s urban slums.
• Intern Optometrist, Ghana Health Service, Accra
  January 2010 – May 2013
  - Assisted senior optometrists in diagnosing and treating common ocular conditions.
  - Conducted health education workshops on eye hygiene and nutrition for schoolchildren in Accra.

• Comprehensive eye examination techniques
• Diagnosis and management of ocular diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts)
• Prescription of glasses, contact lenses, and low-vision aids
• Proficiency in advanced diagnostic equipment (e.g., autorefractor, tonometer)
• Patient counseling and health education
• Clinical research and data analysis
• Fluency in English, Twi, and Ga (local languages of Ghana Accra)

• Ghana Optometric Association (GOA) Certification – 2010
• American Board of Optometry (ABO) Certification – 2015
• Membership, Ghana Ophthalmological Society (GOS) – 2016–Present
• Training in Community Eye Health Programs, World Health Organization (WHO) – 2017

• "Impact of Urbanization on Visual Health in Ghana Accra: A Cross-Sectional Study," *Journal of African Optometry*, 2019.
• "Pediatric Refractive Errors in Accra: A Case Series Analysis," *Ghana Medical Journal*, 2017.
• Presented a paper on "Innovative Eye Care Solutions for Rural Communities" at the West African Optometry Conference, 2021.

• Volunteer optometrist for the "Sight First Ghana" initiative, providing free eye exams to underprivileged children in Accra.
• Partnered with local schools in Accra to implement annual vision screening programs, ensuring early intervention for learning disabilities linked to poor eyesight.
• Contributed to the development of a mobile optometry unit that travels to remote areas of Ghana, expanding access to eye care services.

Available upon request. References include former colleagues from St. Mary’s Hospital, the University of Ghana, and the Ghana Optometric Association.