Solange Akossiwa Akpagana
Accra, Ghana,West Africa
Summary
I am a highly skilled Physician Assistant on a mission to close the gaps in the healthcare industry. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a deep commitment to patient care, driven by the belief in providing accessible and quality healthcare services to all. I have over three years of experience in various medical specializations, including internal medicine, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, public health, and pediatrics.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Jubilee Catholic Children Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Provide comprehensive medical care, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up for over 250 patients per week
- Coordinate referrals to appropriate specialists or hospitals
- Perform thorough patient assessments that reduce unnecessary hospital by 15%
- Responsible for rapid assessment, initial stabilization, and treatment of patients during high-pressure emergencies
Physician Assistant
Pentecost Hospital
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments and diagnostic tests, achieving 98% accuracy in diagnoses
- Managed common medical conditions, resulting in an 85% patient recovery rate within the first week of treatment
- Executed treatment plans, yielding a 90% improvement in patient symptoms within two weeks
- Educated patients, leading to a 75% increase in adherence to treatment plans
- Collaborated seamlessly with healthcare teams, achieving a 95% patient satisfaction rate
- Facilitated successful specialist referrals and maintained a 100% follow-up rate
- Maintained accurate medical records, ensuring 100% compliance with standards
- Pursued continuous education, stayed updated on medical advancements
Physician Assistant
Achimota Hospital
09.2020 - 07.2021
- Prioritized patient needs and delivered immediate care in the emergency department, leading to a 20% reduction in average patient wait times
- Skillfully assisted in complex medical procedures, including intubation, central line placements, and chest tube insertions, contributing to a 95% success rate in critical interventions
- Collaborated seamlessly with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring efficient patient care delivery and achieving a 98% patient satisfaction rate in team communication
- Orchestrated smooth patient flow by coordinating admissions, transfers, and discharges, resulting in a 30% reduction in patient boarding time and improved bed availability
- Rapidly responded to medical emergencies, actively participating in 15 successful resuscitation efforts, leading to a 90% survival rate for patients in cardiac arrest
- Meticulously documented patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for over 500 patients, ensuring comprehensive and organized medical histories
Lab Technician
Achimota Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Proficiently collected samples for testing
- Analyzed approximately 500 samples for bacterial and fungal infections using a microscope
- Conducted viral infection testing using specialized kits
- Performed full blood counts using a hematology analyzer
- Facilitated patient guidance back to doctors effectively
Physician Assistant
Legon Hospital
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Delivered healthcare across diverse departments (Emergency, Medical Surgical, Gynecological, Public Health, Pediatrics)
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, leading to accurate diagnoses and effective treatments
- Achieved 95% successful patient recovery through diligent follow-ups and prognosis reviews
- Empowered patients with accurate information and guidance for informed decisions
- Ensured seamless patient transitions to specialists or external facilities for advanced care
- Prepared patients for surgeries, contributing to smooth operation procedures
- Proficiently performed minor medical procedures to enhance patient comfort and recovery
Planning & logistics Controller
Accra Brewery Limited
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Maintained raw material quality during receipt and storage
- Optimized store organization with 5S principles
- Efficiently managed stock rotation to reduce waste
- Ensured accurate stocktaking for reliable records
- Enabled smooth production through timely material issuance
- Actively participated in morning production meetings
- Proactively addressed out-of-spec materials to uphold quality
Lab Technician
Lapaz Community Hospital
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Expertly analyzed 120 samples according to investigation types
- Generated accurate and clear results
- Skillfully utilized microscopes for bacterial and fungal infection analysis
- Conducted precise viral infection analysis using testing kits
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship
Central University
Prampram, Ghana06-2020
Higher National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Accra Technical University
Accra, Ghana09.2016
Skills
- Patient care
- Problem-solving
- Managing prescription refills
- Treatment planning
- Teamwork
- Discharge summaries
- Microsoft Suite
- Leadership & management
- Differential Diagnostics
- Physical examination
- Work Ethics
- Follow-up Care
- Critical Thinking
- Educating patients
- Interpreting laboratory results
Certification
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C), MDC Ghana, 03/2022
- Introduction to Digital Marketing, Great Learning, 12/2022
Industryexpertise
- Patient management
- Pharmaceuticals Knowledge
- Mental Health
Awards
My Act For Africa, An act to eradicate malaria and make Africa a Malaria-free Continent. Participated in the best practices in making a conscious effort to reduce the Malaria burden.
Volunteer Experience
Physician Associate/Assistant, Gold Coast Medical Foundation, Provided free healthcare to over 10 rural communities across Ghana. Supplied free medical equipment and medications.
Projects
- Production of Maltose syrup using maize and cassava, Accra, Ghana
- Assessing hand hygiene practices among clinicians during service delivery, Accra, Ghana, Hand hygiene practices were assessed among facility clinicians
- Created an App to record past medical and family history
Training
Data Analytics, ALX Ghana, An intensive 6 months training program with a coursework of Leadership & Management, Google Sheets, Power BI, Statistic Analysis and SQL
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Jubilee Catholic Children Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Physician Assistant
Pentecost Hospital
07.2021 - 06.2022
Physician Assistant
Achimota Hospital
09.2020 - 07.2021
Lab Technician
Achimota Hospital
06.2019 - 01.2020
Physician Assistant
Legon Hospital
09.2016 - 10.2017
Planning & logistics Controller
Accra Brewery Limited
08.2015 - 10.2015
Lab Technician
Lapaz Community Hospital
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C), MDC Ghana, 03/2022
- Introduction to Digital Marketing, Great Learning, 12/2022
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistantship
Central University
Higher National Diploma - Science Laboratory Technology
Accra Technical University
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