- Strong interest in pursuing a fellowship in Family Medicine Obstetrics
- strong Commitment to serving diverse populations and understanding cultural competency in
maternity care
Gyasi Kodua
New Harford,New York
Summary
With a proven track record at MVHS Family Medicine, I excel in diagnostics and fostering patient trust. My expertise spans family medicine to women's health, underpinned by a commitment to continuous professional development and enhanced patient outcomes. Skilled in eClinical EHR and collaborative care, my approach significantly improves treatment efficacy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Doctor
MVHS Family Medicine
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted in surgical procedures, ensuring adherence to best practices and optimal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the department, enhancing overall patient care standards.
- Provided timely documentation of all medical encounters while maintaining complete confidentiality as per HIPAA guidelines.
- Assessed complex diagnostic cases using critical thinking skills, leading to accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments for each patient''s needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and coordinated treatment strategies.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent follow-ups and proactive management of chronic conditions.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Engaged in continuous professional development, staying current on the latest medical advancements and techniques.
- Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records.
- Discussed potential conditions, treatment plans and healthy lifestyle choice recommendations with patients.
- Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Administered high level of care to patients using active listening and open-ended questioning.
Internship Psychiatry
Ellington Behavioral Health
08.2022 - 08.2022
- Functioned as an extern in a Psychiatry outpatient clinic and accompany Attending as she sees patients.
- I reviewed and discussed management plans of patients with varied psychiatric conditions, complications as well as side effects of the medications.
- I reviewed diagnostic criteria of DSM 5 disorders
- I observed psychotherapy sessions and counseling of patients ranging from medication compliance to lifestyle modifications.
- Gained experience in the use of electronic medical records systems
Internship /Family Medicine Physician
Bridgeport Family Medicines
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and ensuring open communication.
- Contributed to the overall success of the practice by collaborating effectively with colleagues and medical staff.
- Fostered a supportive environment for patients, offering compassionate guidance during difficult medical situations.
- Coordinated care with specialists when needed to ensure seamless transitions between providers and optimal outcomes for patients.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in diagnosis and treatment, staying current on medical advancements and research.
- Independently conducted interviews, took patient HPI, and performed thorough physical examinations on patients.
I formulated and discussed differential diagnosis and proposed management plan to Dr Malik Awais. - Discussed management of wide range of conditions including upper respiratory tract infection, hypertension, arthritis, diabetes, depression, pneumonia, acute otitis media, back pain, and dermatitis
- counseled patients on adverse effects on alcohol, smoking and medications during routine care visits
- conducted screening test including PPD, eye examination/vision test, and urinalysis.
- administered vaccine and assisted with office procedure such as electrocardiogram (ECG), splint application.
- gained Proficiency with CURE MD electronic medical records (EMR) system
Internship/General Pediatrician
Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Promoted early detection of developmental issues by conducting thorough evaluations during well-child visits.
- Utilized evidence-based medicine to make informed decisions regarding diagnosis and treatment of pediatric conditions.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities, ensuring up-to-date knowledge of best practices in pediatric medicine.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive and compassionate care to pediatric patients.
- independently conducted interviews patient, and performed thorough physical examinations on patients
- presented patients' cases to Dr Daniela Atanassova. I formulated diagnosis and discussed management plans of wide range of conditions including Abdominal pain, ADHD, Allergies, Asthma, Autism, Pneumonia, developmental delay
- counseled parents and patients during well child visit including diet, developmental milestone and medications side effects.
- input the patients data into the electronic medical records.
- administered childhood vaccines under the supervision of Dr Daniela Atanassova
Medical Officer
Ridge Regional Hospital
10.2015 - 07.2017
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
- On a rotational basis, I covered the emergency room, outpatient clinics, and inpatient services.
Under the supervision of the Attending physician, I - managed a wide range of conditions in children, adults, and pregnant women.
- co-ordinated the care of all my patients and those who required sub-specialist evaluation and management are referred or transferred to the teaching hospitals.
- performed procedures including lumbar punctures, laceration repair, chest tube insertion and paracentesis.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
Internship Obstetric and Gynecology
Ridge Regional Hospital
10.2014 - 10.2015
- I attended to an average of 40 patient in the prenatal clinic weekly
- I managed prenatal, postpartum, post surgical and critically ill pregnant women on the wards.
- I admitted and treated patients with varied gynecological conditions under supervision of the Attending.
- I assisted in performance of procedures like cesarean section, repair of vaginal and cervical tears, ectopic pregnancies
- Spent 6 months in the internal medicine department under the supervision of Attending physician.
- admitted patients requiring special care and followed with investigations and treatment.
- performed lumbar puncture, thoracentesis, femoral tap, phlebotomy
Internship/Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
09.2013 - 10.2014
- I spent 6 months in the surgical department under the guidance of Attending surgeons.
- spent 6 month in the pediatric department under the guidance of Attending pediatricians.
- I worked in general surgery, urology and trauma and orthopedics
- admitted surgical cases and performed preoperative evaluation.
- I helped manage patients in the outpatient, inpatient units and emergency units and performed procedures including chest tube insertion, suprapubic catheterizations, reduction of dislocations and placement of casts
- I assisted with both major and minor surgical procedures such as internal fixations, hernia repairs, thyroidectomies, and laparotomies.. Involved in weekly case presentations and discussions.
- I attended to an average of 20 walk-in pediatric patients per 5 hour clinic day.
I examined newborns at the maternity unit before discharge, attending to 10 patients per week. - I performed daily ward rounds on admitted patients and discussed care plans. Attended to an average of 10 patients per week.
- I was called to review patients who needed pediatric consultation in the emergency department regarding decision making for admission or discharge including febrile seizures, asthma,
- I rotated in the neonatal intensive care unit for 1 month
Education
Masters in Health Science - Biomedical Sciences
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2023
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
University of Cape Coast School of Medical Science
Ghana07-2013
Skills
- Women's health
- Cesarean sections
- Labor and delivery
- Diagnostics
- eClinical EHR
- Diabetes management
- Intervention procedures
- Diagnostic imaging interpretation
- Emergency medicine
- Research and analysis
- Family medicine
- Diagnosis and treatment
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetric (ALSO)
- Introduction to Epidemiology for Global Health
- Project Management in Global Health
- Global Mental Health
Interests
Timeline
Resident Doctor
MVHS Family Medicine
07.2023 - Current
Internship Psychiatry
Ellington Behavioral Health
08.2022 - 08.2022
Internship /Family Medicine Physician
Bridgeport Family Medicines
06.2022 - 07.2022
Internship/General Pediatrician
Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
05.2022 - 06.2022
Medical Officer
Ridge Regional Hospital
10.2015 - 07.2017
Internship Obstetric and Gynecology
Ridge Regional Hospital
10.2014 - 10.2015
Internship/Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital
09.2013 - 10.2014
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetric (ALSO)
- Introduction to Epidemiology for Global Health
- Project Management in Global Health
- Global Mental Health
Masters in Health Science - Biomedical Sciences
Quinnipiac University
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
University of Cape Coast School of Medical Science
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