Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
Timeline
Bertha Anku

Bertha Anku

Summary

Patient-focused with wide range of experience in different body systems and non-surgical management. Connects easily to patients of different backgrounds and cultures to offer personalized care. Stays current on research for optimal patient outcomes. Well-versed in building and overseeing community outreach programs aimed at improving public health. Experienced in implementing treatment plans, providing patient education and administering medications to mitigate problems and resolve symptoms.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Resident Physician, Internal Medicine

Alameda Health System, Highland Hospital
Oakland, CA
06.2021 - Current
  • Streamlined patient admission process, reducing wait times and optimizing bed utilization.
  • Conducted thorough physical examinations, accurately identifying symptoms and determining appropriate diagnostic tests.
  • Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families to facilitate informed decision-making regarding ongoing care options.
  • Conferred with specialists to obtain expertise on patient conditions and referred individuals in need of additional care.
  • Enhanced continuity of care by effectively coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.
  • Gained skill in performing basic outpatient procedures such as intra-articular steroid injections, skin biopsies, cryotherapy, Pap smears.

Medical Officer

Inkoom Hospital
Accra, Ghana
10.2016 - 02.2017
  • Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals across various departments.
  • Trained medical students on taking histories and performing physical exams

House Officer

Ghana Health Service
Ghana
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Developed patient-centered care plans by engaging in shared decision-making processes with patients and their families.
  • Responded to emergency situations with life-saving treatment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Medicine And Surgery

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology, Kumasi, Ghana
10.2014

Skills

  • Evidence-based medicine
  • Results interpretation
  • Medical Knowledge
  • Basic Life Support/Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Ethical Practice
  • Quality Improvement
  • Outpatient procedures

Accomplishments

    February 2023: Letter of Commendation from Clinical Competency Committee of Alameda Health System - Department of Internal Medicine for excellent patient care in the outpatient setting.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Akan
Full Professional

Certification

Current: Postgraduate Training License

Pending: Physician's License, California

Board eligible

ACLS/BLS certified (2023-2025)

Affiliations

  • Ghana Physicians and Surgeons Foundation of North America
  • American Medical Association

Timeline

Resident Physician, Internal Medicine - Alameda Health System, Highland Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Medical Officer - Inkoom Hospital
10.2016 - 02.2017
House Officer - Ghana Health Service
08.2014 - 10.2016
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology - Bachelor of Science, Medicine And Surgery
Bertha Anku