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Contact Information

Name: Dr. Ama Mensah
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +233 24 123 4567
Location: Accra, Ghana

Career Summary

A highly skilled and dedicated Surgeon with over 12 years of experience in providing advanced surgical care in Ghana Accra. Specializing in general surgery, trauma management, and minimally invasive procedures, I am committed to delivering excellence in patient outcomes while contributing to the growth of healthcare infrastructure in Ghana. My career has been shaped by a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by medical professionals in Accra and surrounding regions. I am passionate about training future surgeons, advocating for improved surgical access, and leveraging technology to enhance healthcare delivery across Ghana.

Education

University of Ghana Medical School (UGMS)
M.B., Ch.B. (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) – 2008
Graduated with honors, consistently ranking in the top 10% of my class. Specialized in surgical sciences during clinical rotations at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi.

University College London (UCL)
Fellowship in Advanced Surgical Techniques – 2015
Focused on minimally invasive surgery, robotic-assisted procedures, and trauma care. Completed a research project on surgical outcomes in low-resource settings, published in the *Journal of African Surgery*.

Ghana Medical Council (GMC) Certification
Registered Surgeon – 2010
Maintained active certification with continuous medical education (CME) focused on Ghanaian healthcare protocols and international best practices.

Professional Experience

Senior Surgeon

Ashanti Regional Hospital, Kumasi, Ghana
2015 – 2019
- Led a team of 15 surgical residents and junior doctors, providing specialized care in general surgery, emergency trauma, and oncology.
- Implemented a surgical audit system to reduce postoperative complications by 30% within two years.
- Collaborated with the Ghana Health Service to launch a mobile surgical unit, extending services to rural areas near Accra.

Lead Surgeon

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), Kumasi
2010 – 2015
- Performed over 3,500 surgeries, including complex abdominal procedures and trauma interventions.
- Directed a surgical training program for medical students from the University of Ghana and other regional institutions.
- Advocated for policy changes to improve surgical equipment availability in Accra hospitals.

Visiting Surgeon

Accra Cardiac Surgery Center
2019 – Present
- Specialized in cardiothoracic surgeries, with a focus on affordable care for low-income patients in Accra.
- Partnered with international NGOs to provide free surgical workshops for local healthcare workers.

Certifications & Skills

• Board Certification: Ghana Medical Council (GMC)
• Specialized Training: Laparoscopic Surgery, Trauma Care, Orthopedic Surgery
• Languages: English (fluent), Akan (conversational)
• Technical Skills: Robotic surgery, Endoscopy, Wound Management
• Software Proficiency: Electronic Health Records (EHR), Surgical Simulation Tools

Community & Professional Involvement

Ghana Surgical Society (GSS)
Member since 2012. Regularly contribute to conferences and policy discussions on surgical access in Ghana Accra.

Free Surgical Clinics in Accra
Organized monthly outreach programs to provide free procedures for underserved communities, benefiting over 500 patients annually.

Medical Volunteer Work
Collaborated with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) during the 2017 Ebola response in northern Ghana, providing critical surgical care in emergency zones.

Publications & Research

“Improving Surgical Outcomes in Low-Resource Settings: A Case Study from Accra”
Published in the *West African Journal of Medicine* (2018). Analyzed the impact of surgical training programs on patient recovery rates.

“Minimally Invasive Techniques for Ghanaian Patients: A Comparative Study”
Co-authored with colleagues at KATH, highlighting cost-effective solutions for Accra’s healthcare system.

References

Available upon request. Former supervisors include Dr. Kwame Osei (Director of Surgery, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital) and Dr. Abena Mensah (Head of Cardiac Surgery, Accra Cardiac Surgery Center).