Shammah Kodjo-Soroh
Toronto
Summary
Experienced medical and public health professional with a strong background in clinical research, data analysis, and program coordination. Skilled at implementing healthcare initiatives and securing funding through grant writing. Utilizes multilingual skills to enhance community health programs. Recognized for meticulous attention to detail, effective communication skills, and a genuine passion for advancing health through innovative research and impactful public health strategies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Coordinator
Guardian Angel Settlement Association (GASA)
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated implementation of dental van project, providing care to 120 low-income children
- Collected and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data to evaluate multiple healthcare projects
- Secured funding through a well-crafted grant proposal to support early childhood education programs.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Saint Louis University, School of Medicine
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained study documentation and ensured data integrity according to research protocol
- Utilized clinical trial management systems to conduct compliance checks, quality audits, and system maintenance
- Successfully recruited over 300 new participants, managed participant visits, documented correspondence, and administered stipends.
Graduate Research Assistant
Heartland Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Engaged in community outreach to AA and religious communities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic
- Conducted webinars for Local Public Health Agencies (LPHAs), reaching over 400 attendees
- Produced and published comprehensive research briefs to support public health initiatives.
Medical Officer
May Pen Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Diagnosed refractory hypertension with organ damage in 30 year old female who was misdiagnosed with thyroid storm
- Performed phlebotomies, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and interpretation of lab results, X-rays and ECGs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
Medical Officer
Milton Cato Memorial Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
- · Conducted epidemiological analyses, including calculation and application of R0, RE, attack rates, case fatality, and mortality rates, to effectively prevent and control infectious disease outbreaks.
- · Implemented a comprehensive surveillance system for hospital-acquired infections, significantly reducing the incidence rate through early detection and targeted interventions.
- · Diagnosed, managed, and treated over 500 cases of infectious diseases, including SarsCoV2, dengue fever, chikungunya, tuberculosis, and leprosy, ensuring adherence to WHO protocols and best practices.
- · Spearheaded the recording and reporting of communicable diseases at both parish and national levels, collaborating with public health authorities to support evidence-based policy development and outbreak response.
Education
Master’s in Public Health (MPH), Global Health and Maternal and Child Health Joint Concentration - Public Health
Saint Louis University
St. Louis, MO05.2024
Doctor of Medicine (MD) -
Richmond Gabriel University, School of Medicine
Saint Vincent And The Grenadines04.2022
Skills
- Python, SAS, SPSS, REDCap, Dedoose
- Data Verification
- Public Speaking
- Team building
- Medical Affairs Enablement
- Continuous Professional Development
- Microsoft Office
- English and French
- GCP
- Implementation and Dissemination Science
- Performance Driven
- Strong Analytical Skills
Certification
Certified in Public Health (CPH)
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Pro-Health International, Abuja, Nigeria, 2022, Conducted HIV testing and counseling in high-risk zones in Lagos, Nigeria, increasing awareness and engagement by 15%., Coordinated an eye clinic outreach to communities burdened by onchocerciasis in Northern Nigeria, reaching 200+ patients., Led a malaria reduction outreach to at-risk populations in the water communities of Lagos, Nigeria, providing prevention education and distributing over 500 mosquito nets.
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Guardian Angel Settlement Association (GASA)
01.2023 - Current
Clinical Research Coordinator
Saint Louis University, School of Medicine
01.2023 - 01.2024
Graduate Research Assistant
Heartland Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Officer
May Pen Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2021
Medical Officer
Milton Cato Memorial Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
Certified in Public Health (CPH)
Master’s in Public Health (MPH), Global Health and Maternal and Child Health Joint Concentration - Public Health
Saint Louis University
Doctor of Medicine (MD) -
Richmond Gabriel University, School of Medicine
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