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Francis Asamoah

Carmel,IN

Summary

Early carrier radiation oncologist with brachytherapy expertise and over 10 years of experience in various capacities at multilevel in healthcare across varied resource challenged work environment. Solid background in applying cutting edge advances in technology to benefit predominantly cancer patients' medical treatment. Astute clinician, skilled at leveraging collaborative interpersonal relations, strong work ethic and expertise to build innovative patient-centered programs.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

IAEA Country Project Counterpart - Ghana

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022
  • Facilitated training opportunities to develop critical manpower for provision of advanced cervical cancer management country-wide.
  • Put together proposal to acquire advanced imaging-based interstitial cervical cancer brachytherapy applicators from International Atomic Energy Agency

Clinical Oncologist

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
09.2016 - 06.2021
  • Mentored junior physicians, guiding them navigate intricacies inherent in providing cancer care in resource-challenged setting and contributing to development of skilled and knowledgeable oncology workforce in process.
  • Managed complex cases effectively, utilizing evidence-based practices to guide decision-making and optimize patient outcomes.
  • Improved clinical outcomes for patients through implementation of cutting-edge oncology research and techniques.
  • Built up ultrasound-guided cervical cancer HDR brachytherapy applicator placement program
  • Initiated CT-based cervical cancer HDR brachytherapy treatment planning, performed over 20 procedures.
  • Built in-house prostate cancer image guided radiation treatment program
  • Achieved higher patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and personalized cancer treatment plans.
  • Contributed to positive work environment by fostering collaboration and open communication among team members.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and support across cancer care landscape.
  • Presented research findings at national conferences, showcasing advancements in clinical oncology practice and research.
  • Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, enhancing communication and continuity of care for patients.

Brachytherapy Fellow

Moffitt Cancer Center
08.2018 - 07.2019
  • Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
  • Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
  • Attained proficiency in HDR brachytherapy treatment of multiple disease sites performing over 150 gynecological, prostate, soft tissue sarcoma, skin and lip cancers.
  • Coordinated real-time prostate biopsies for on MCC protocol 19435 (phase
    I/II NCT03543189 Trial) studying benefit of Nivolumab in Gleason grade group 5 prostate cancers radiation treatment.
  • Presented research work at international scientific conference

Research Fellow

Moffitt Cancer Center And Research Institute
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Maintained high levels of confidentiality to protect data quality and project research.
  • Fostered cross-continental collaborative research work leading to novel publication on prostate cancer molecular signatures of men of African descent.
  • Mentored junior researchers, providing guidance on study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation.
  • Ensured highest standards of scientific integrity were upheld throughout all stages of research process.
  • Published five research findings in top-tier academic journals, contributing to advancement of knowledge in field.
  • Presented research results at national and international conferences, fostering professional relationships and collaborations.

House Officer

Tamale Teaching Hospital
05.2010 - 04.2012
  • Provided needed medical manpower to support patient care and medical education at newly created teaching hospital
  • Provided mentoring and teaching opportunities to over 50 clinical clerks of affiliated University of Development School of Medicine
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced resource constrained environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Education

Graduate Medical Education - Radiation Oncology

IU School of Medicine
Indianapolis, IN
06.2026

Graduate Medical Education - Clinical Oncology

Ghana College of Physicians And Surgeons
Accra, Ghana
09.2016

M.D. -

University of Ghana School of Medicine
Accra, Ghana
03.2010

Bachelor of Science -

University of Ghana School of Medicine
Accra, Ghana
08.2006

Skills

  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Patient Care
  • Adaptability to Technology
  • Ethical Practice
  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Clinical Research
  • Mentoring and teaching
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery
  • Intensity-modulated radiation therapy
  • Patient Communication
  • Image-based procedures

Timeline

IAEA Country Project Counterpart - Ghana

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022

Brachytherapy Fellow

Moffitt Cancer Center
08.2018 - 07.2019

Research Fellow

Moffitt Cancer Center And Research Institute
06.2017 - 07.2018

Clinical Oncologist

Korle Bu Teaching Hospital
09.2016 - 06.2021

House Officer

Tamale Teaching Hospital
05.2010 - 04.2012

Graduate Medical Education - Radiation Oncology

IU School of Medicine

Graduate Medical Education - Clinical Oncology

Ghana College of Physicians And Surgeons

M.D. -

University of Ghana School of Medicine

Bachelor of Science -

University of Ghana School of Medicine

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