Ernest Owusu
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. With a dedicated focus on fostering resilience, facilitating personal recovery, and enhancing the quality of life for patients transitioning into community care, deeply passionate about empowering individuals on their journey towards healing and well-being. With extensive expertise in cultivating therapeutic alliances, honed through years of teaching in prestigious health training institutions and universities, bringing a wealth of knowledge to support individuals in navigating their post-discharge experiences. Guided by a profound respect for boundaries and a commitment to holistic care, dedicated to equipping patients with the tools and support needed to thrive beyond clinical settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant, Psychiatry.
Christian Service University College.
09.2013 - 08.2025
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
Mental Health Aide
Alberta Health Services, AHS
10.2022 - Current
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health challenges.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for each patient''s unique needs.
- Utilized active listening skills to build rapport with patients, creating atmosphere of trust and understanding within clinical setting.
- Conducted regular safety checks, proactively addressing potential hazards within facility.
- Contributed to ongoing staff training by sharing best practices in mental health care provision during team meetings or workshops.
- Promoted self-advocacy among clients by encouraging independence in daily living tasks while offering assistance as necessary.
- Participated in case conferences discussing client progress optimally tailoring interventions based on collective knowledge.
- Utilized effective time management skills to balance high caseload, prioritizing tasks and ensuring timely completion of duties.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Graduate Research Assistant Fellowship
University Of Alberta
09.2021 - Current
- Recruitment of participants for research
- Distribution of information leaflets on tresearch to patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advance research objectives and achieve project milestones.
- Do follow-up phone calls of patients to complete surveys.
- Draft and review manuscripts for publications
- Conduct data cleaning and data analysis
- Enhanced research quality by conducting thorough literature reviews and synthesizing findings.
- Streamlined data analysis processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in research results.
- Contributed to development of research proposals, securing funding for critical projects.
Consulting Psychiatry Nurse
County Group Of Hospitals.
09.2016 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Director
Mispa Community Health Services
01.2011 - Current
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Senior Health Tutor, Psychiatry and Therapeutic Co
Ministry Of Health, Ghana.
09.2018 - 12.2023
- Improved student understanding of health concepts by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lessons.
- Assisted in development of new health education courses, resulting in more comprehensive and engaging curriculum.
- Provided individualized support to students, effectively addressing their unique learning needs and improving overall comprehension.
- Developed and implemented interactive activities that facilitated student engagement and promoted active learning.
- Regularly assessed student progress using both formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Served as mentor to new health tutors, sharing best practices in teaching methodology and classroom management techniques.
- Organized community outreach events to promote awareness of public health issues, fostering stronger connections between school and local community members
- Managed safe learning environment by enforcing school policies regarding appropriate behavior during class time as well as tutoring sessions outside of regular hours.
- Implemented variety of assessment methods that allowed for diverse learning styles while still maintaining rigorous academic standards.
Lecturer, Psychiatry / Mental Health Nursing.
Valley View University
10.2016 - 01.2022
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining an orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and continuously improve instructional approaches.
- Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
- Implemented differentiated instruction methods to address the unique needs of each learner, ensuring academic success for all students.
- Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents through conferences, email correspondence, and phone calls to provide ongoing updates on student progress.
- Contributed to departmental meetings by sharing insights on effective teaching strategies and proposing solutions for addressing common challenges faced by faculty members.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
Lecturer, Psychiatry and Therapeutic Communication
Garden City University College.
10.2009 - 12.2021
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Promoted collaboration among students through group projects and presentations, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Managed large class sizes effectively, maintaining orderly learning environment conducive to student success.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
Administrator in Charge.
Adom Clinic
11.2016 - 08.2019
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures.
- Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
- Enhanced internal communication by creating a centralized information hub accessible to all staff members.
- Reduced overhead costs through careful budget management and resource allocation.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for new hires, ensuring they were equipped with the necessary skills to succeed in their roles.
- Oversaw vendor relations, negotiating contracts that resulted in cost savings for the organization.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration, resulting in increased efficiency and timely project completion.
- Managed human resources functions, including hiring, onboarding, and employee evaluations for optimal team performance.
Health Tutor, Psychiatry.
Ministry Of Health, Ghana.
09.2012 - 08.2018
- Improved student understanding of health concepts by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lessons.
- Assisted in the development of new health education courses, resulting in a more comprehensive and engaging curriculum.
- Provided individualized support to students, effectively addressing their unique learning needs and improving overall comprehension.
- Developed and implemented interactive activities that facilitated student engagement and promoted active learning.
- Regularly assessed student progress using both formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Managed a safe learning environment by enforcing school policies regarding appropriate behavior during class time as well as tutoring sessions outside of regular hours.
- Offered constructive feedback on students'' work, helping them to refine their skills and improve future assignments.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote health education initiatives.
- Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
Facilitator for Psychiatry. IDL Programme.
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology, KNUST
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Lecturer, Psychiatry.
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology, KNUST
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on curriculum development and sharing best practices in teaching strategies.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
Workshop Facilitator
Ghana Aids Commission And OICI.
05.2010 - 08.2015
- Enhanced participant engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions into workshops.
- Developed custom workshop content to address specific client needs, resulting in positive feedback and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to design innovative workshop materials, increasing overall effectiveness of training sessions.
- Created awareness on HIV and AIDS.
- Educated participants on negative effects of Stigma and discrimination against persons living with HIV/AIDS and persons with different sexual orientations.
- Trained persons with HIV/AIDS on positive living strategies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry trends and developments, incorporating relevant information into workshops as needed.
- Sought ongoing professional development opportunities to continually enhance facilitation skills and subject matter expertise.
- Addressed any questions or concerns from participants during workshops promptly and professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all involved.
Teaching Assistant, Psychiatry
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology, KNUST
11.2009 - 08.2015
- Improved overall class participation by implementing group activities and project-based learning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Assisted the lead teacher in developing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and abilities.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
- Offered constructive feedback on student assignments, helping them refine their writing skills and comprehension.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students, leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Designed and implemented engaging classroom activities, resulting in higher student interest and motivation.
Health Tutor, Psychiatry.
Tepa Nursing And Midwifery Training College.
11.2010 - 06.2015
- Administered standardized tests to assess student strengths and weaknesses.
- Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
Health Tutor, Psychiatry.
Dunkwa Nursing /Midwifery Training College.
09.2010 - 06.2015
- Improved student understanding of health concepts by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lessons.
- Assisted in the development of new health education courses, resulting in a more comprehensive and engaging curriculum.
- Provided individualized support to students, effectively addressing their unique learning needs and improving overall comprehension.
- Developed and implemented interactive activities that facilitated student engagement and promoted active learning.
- Regularly assessed student progress using both formative and summative evaluations, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly for optimal results.
- Served as a mentor to new health tutors, sharing best practices in teaching methodology and classroom management techniques.
- Contributed to improvements in standardized test scores by focusing on key content areas during instruction and review sessions.
- Implemented a variety of assessment methods that allowed for diverse learning styles while still maintaining rigorous academic standards.
- Managed a safe learning environment by enforcing school policies regarding appropriate behavior during class time as well as tutoring sessions outside of regular hours.
Director
Mispa Community Health Services
09.2012 - 04.2015
- Increased company revenue by streamlining processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Consulting Psychiatric Nurse
Ghana Health Service.
09.2009 - 08.2012
- Enhanced therapeutic communication skills through active listening and empathetic responses, fostering trust and rapport with patients.
- Administered psychotropic medications as prescribed, monitoring side effects and adjusting dosages as needed under physician guidance.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment through consistent enforcement of unit rules and boundaries.
- Assessed incoming patients'' mental health status, determining the appropriate level of care required for stabilization.
- Provided education to patients'' families regarding mental health disorders, treatment options, and community resources available for support.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and best interests during treatment team meetings, collaborating effectively with medical professionals from diverse disciplines.
- Evaluated the efficacy of implemented care plans through regular monitoring of patient progress toward established goals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on evidence-based practices in psychiatric nursing care delivery methods.
- Served as a resource person for colleagues seeking guidance on complex psychiatric cases or clinical challenges encountered within the unit.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among colleagues and patients alike.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for effective treatment planning and optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced incidents of self-harm by providing appropriate supervision and timely intervention during crisis situations.
Education
Master of Science - Global Mental Health Policy, Services And Developm
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Kumasi, Ghana.08.2026
Ph.D. - Psychiatry
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB08.2025
No Degree - Workplace Harassment And Violence Prevention
Alberta Health Services, AHS.
Edmonton, AB. Canada.11.2023
No Degree - Indigenous People in Alberta- Introduction.
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Edmonton, AB01.2023
No Degree - Understanding Data For Suicide Prevention.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center, USA.12.2022
No Degree - Empowering Families With Substance Use
Center For Addiction And Mental Health
Ontario, Canada.12.2022
No Degree - Empowering Families With Psychosis
Center For Addiction And Mental Health
Ontario, Canada12.2022
No Degree - 4. Building Babies' Brains Through Play
Center On The Developing Child, Harvard University
Massachusetts, US.11.2022
No Degree - Connect Care Training
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Edmonton, AB11.2022
Certificate - Brain Story Certification.
Alberta Family Wellness Imitative/Harvard University
Edmonton, AB. Canada.07.2022
Certificate - Therapeutic Communication.
University of Roehampton, London.
London, UK.09.2016
Bachelor of Education. - Health Science (Psychiatry)
University of Cape Coast.
Cape Coast, Ghana.05.2015
Diploma - Mental Health Nursing
Ankaful Nurses Training College
08.2008
Teachers' Cert 'A' - Teaching.
Dambai Teacher Training College
Dambai, Oti Regon, Ghana.09.1999
Skills
- Case Documentation
- Individual Counseling
- Suicide Prevention
- Mental Health Support
- Anger Management
- Empathy Development
- Grief counseling
- Behavioral Management
- Family relations
- Patient Assessment
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- Research Assistant, Global Mental Health Research Group.
- Ghana Registered Nurses/Midwives Association.
- Associate Fellow Member, DIVERT Mental Health
Publications: Articles and Abstracts
1. Owusu, E.; Shalaby, R.; Elgendy, H.; Mao,W.; Shalaby, N.; Agyapong, B.; Nichols, A.; Eboreime, E.; Nkire, N.; Lawal, M.A.; et al. Comparison of Resilience, Personal Recovery, and Quality of Life Measures Pre- and Post-Discharge from Inpatient Mental Health Units in Alberta: Analysis of Control Group Data from a Randomized Trial.
Healthcare 2023, 11, 2958. https:// doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11222958.
2. Owusu E, Shalaby R, Eboreime E, Nike N, Lawal MA, Agyapong B, Pazderka H, Obuobi-Donkor G, Adu MK, Mao W, Oluwasina F and Agyapong VIO (2023) Determinants of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms in Residents of Fort McMurray 12 Months Following the Devastating Flooding In 2020. July 2023. European Psychiatry Volume 66(Special Issue S1: Abstracts of the 31st European Congress of Psychiatry): pp. S190. Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.454.
3. Owusu, E.; Oluwasina, F.; Nkire, N.; Lawal, M.A.; Agyapong, V.I.O. (2023) Readmission of patients to acute psychiatric hospitals determining factors and interventions to reduce inpatient psychiatric readmission rates. July 2023. European Psychiatry 66(Special Issue S1: Abstracts of the 31st European Congress of Psychiatry, March 2023): pp. S899 - S900. Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.1905
4. Owusu, E.; Shalaby, R.; Eboreime, E.; Nkire, N.; Agyapong,B.; Obuobi-Donkor, G.; Adu, M.K.; Mao, W.; Oluwasina, F.; Lawal, M.A.; et al.(2023). Predictors of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms in Residents of Fort McMurray Five Years after the Devastating Wildfires. July 2023. European Psychiatry 66(S1): S88-S89. Follow journal.DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.268.
5. Owusu, E.; Oluwasina, F.; Nkire, N.; Lawal, M.A.; Agyapong, V.I.O. Readmission of Patients to AcutenPsychiatric Hospitals: Influential Factors and Interventions to Reduce Psychiatric Readmission Rates. Healthcare 2022, 10, 1808. https://doi.org/10.3390/ healthcare10091808.
6. Owusu E, Shalaby R, Eboreime E, Nike N, Lawal MA, Agyapong B, Pazderka H, Obuobi-Donkor G, Adu MK, Mao W, Oluwasina F and Agyapong VIO (2022) Prevalence and Determinants of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms in Residents of Fort McMurray 12 Months Following the 2020 Flooding. Front. Psychiatry 13:844907. doi:10.3389/fpsyt.2022.844907.
7. Owusu, E.; Shalaby, R.; Eboreime, E.; Nkire, N.; Agyapong,B.; Obuobi-Donkor, G.; Adu, M.K.; Mao, W.; Oluwasina, F.; Lawal, M.A.; et al. Prevalence and Predictors of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Symptoms in Residents of Fort McMurray Five Years after the Devastating Wildfires. Trauma Care 2022, 2, 282?297. https://doi.org/10.3390/traumacare2020024.
8. Elgendy, H.; Shalaby, R.; Owusu, E.; Nkire, N.; Agyapong,V.I.O.; Wei, Y. A Scoping Review of Adult Inpatient Satisfaction with Mental Health Services. Healthcare 2023, 11, 3130. https://doi.org/ 10.3390/healthcare11243130.
9. Mao W, Shalaby R, Owusu E, Elgendy H, Shalaby N, Agyapong B, Nichols A, Eboreime E, Nkire N, Agyapong VIO. Status after Hospital Discharge: An Observational Study of the Progression of Patients' Mental Health Symptoms Six Weeks after Hospital Discharge. Journal of Clinical Medicine. 2023; 12(24):7559. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm12247559.
10. Mao, W.; Adu, M.; Eboreime, E.; Shalaby, R.; Nkire, N.; Agyapong, B.; Pazderka, H.; Obuobi-Donkor, G.; Owusu, E.; Oluwasina, F.; et al (2023)Psychological effects of PTSD and major depression following the wildfires in Fort McMurray: A fifth-year post-disaster study. July 2023.European Psychiatry 66(S1):S472. Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.1010.
11. Mao, W., Eboreime, E., Shalaby, R., Nkire, N., Agyapong, B., Pazderka, H., Obuobi Donkor, G., Adu, M., Owusu, E., Oluwasina, F. and Zhang, Y., (2023). Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Fort McMurray: Prevalence and Correlates One Year After the Flood. July 2023.European Psychiatry 66(S1):S477.Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.1021.
12. Adu, M.K., Eboreime, E., Shalaby, R., Sapara, A., Agyapong, B., Obuobi-Donkor, G., Mao, W., Owusu, E., Oluwasina, F., Pazderka, H. and Agyapong, V.I., (2023). Prevalence and Correlates of Low Resilience: Aftermath of the Fort McMurray Wildfire Disaster. July 2023.European Psychiatry 66(S1):S286-S287. Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.645.
13. Shalaby, R., Eboreime, E., Nkire, N., Agyapong, B., Pazderka, H., Obuobi-Donkor, G., Adu, M.K., Mao, W., Owusu, E., Oluwasina, F. and Agyapong, V.I., (2023). Prevalence and Correlates of Anxiety in Fort McMurray Vulnerable Population during the COVID-19 Pandemic. July 2023.European Psychiatry 66(S1):S451-S452. Follow journal.DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.970.
14. Belinda Agyapong, Reham Shalaby, Ejemai Eboreime, Gloria Obuobi-Donkor, Ernest Owusu, Medard K. Adu, Wanying Mao, Folajinmi Oluwasina & Vincent I. O. Agyapong(2023) Mental Health Impacts of Wildfire, Flooding and COVID-19: on educators: A Comparative Study. July 2023. European Psychiatry 66(S1):S949-S950.Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.2013
15. Obuobi-Donkor, G., Eboreime, E., Shalaby, R., Agyapong, B., Oluwasina, F., Adu, M., Owusu, E., Mao, W., and Agyapong, V.I., (2023). The prevalence and associated factors of moderate to severe depression symptoms among Fort McMurray residents during the COVID-19 Pandemic. July 2023. European Psychiatry 66(S1): S791-S791. Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.1672
16. Obuobi-Donkor, G.; Eboreime, E.; Shalaby, R.; Agyapong,B.; Adu, M.K.; Owusu, E.; Mao, W.;Oluwasina, F.; Pazderka, H.; Agyapong, V.I.O. (2023). Community resilience and associated factors in Fort McMurray a year after the devastating flood. July 2023.European Psychiatry 66(S1):S989-S989. Follow journal. DOI: 10.1192/j.eurpsy.2023.2102.
17. 14. Oluwasina F, Eboreime E,Shalaby R, .. Owusu E, et al. Evaluating the prevalence and correlates of major depressive disorder among residents of Fort McMurray, Canada, one year after a devastating flood. Disaster Med Public Health Prep. doi: https://doi.org/10.1017/dmp.2022.231.
18. Obuobi-Donkor, G.; Eboreime, E.; Shalaby, R.; Agyapong,B.; Adu, M.K.; Owusu, E.; Mao, W.;Oluwasina, F.; Pazderka, H.; Agyapong, V.I.O. Evaluating Community Resilience and Associated Factors One Year after the Catastrophic Fort McMurray Flood. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022,19, 16153. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph192316153.
19. Eboreime, Ejemai, Reham Shalaby, Wanying Mao, Ernest Owusu, Wesley Vuong, Shireen Surood, Kerry Bales et al. "Reducing readmission rates for individuals discharged from acute psychiatric care in Alberta using peer and text message support: Protocol for an innovative supportive program." BMC health services research 22, no. 1 (2022): 1-11.
20. Pazderka H, Shalaby R, Eboreime E, Mao W, Obuobi-Donkor G, Agyapong B, Oluwasina F, Adu MK, Owusu E, Sapara A and, Agyapong VIO (2022) Isolation, Economic Precarity, and Previous Mental Health Issues as Predictors of PTSD Status in Females Living in Fort McMurray During COVID-19. Front. Psychiatry 13:837713. doi: 10.3389/fpsyt.2022.837713.
21. Obuobi-Donkor, G., Eboreime, E., Shalaby, R., Agyapong, B., Oluwasina, F., Adu, M., Owusu, E., Mao, W., and Agyapong, V.I., 2022. Evaluating the Prevalence and Predictors of Moderate to Severe Depression in Fort McMurray, Canada during the COVID-19 Pandemic. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 19(12), p.7090.
22. Adu, M.K., Eboreime, E., Shalaby, R., Sapara, A., Agyapong, B., Obuobi-Donkor, G., Mao, W., Owusu, E., Oluwasina, F., Pazderka, H. and Agyapong, V.I., 2022. Five years after the Fort McMurray wildfire: prevalence and correlates of low resilience. Behavioral Sciences, 12(4), p.96.
23. Mao, W., Eboreime, E., Shalaby, R., Nkire, N., Agyapong, B., Pazderka, H., Obuobi Donkor, G., Adu, M., Owusu, E., Oluwasina, F. and Zhang, Y., 2022. One year after the flood: prevalence and correlates of post-traumatic stress disorder among residents in Fort McMurray. Behavioral Sciences, 12(3), p.69.
24. Shalaby, R., Eboreime, E., Nkire, N., Agyapong, B., Pazderka, H., Obuobi-Donkor, G., Adu, M.K., Mao, W., Owusu, E., Oluwasina, F. and Agyapong, V.I., 2022. COVID-19 pandemic in a vulnerable population: prevalence and correlates of Anxiety. Behavioral Sciences, 12(1), p.13.
25. Agyapong, B.; Eboreime, E.; Shalaby, R.; Pazderka, H.; Obuobi Donkor, G.; Adu, M.K.; Mao, W.; Oluwasina, F.; Owusu, E.; Greenshaw, A.J.; et al. Mental Health Impacts of Wildfire, Flooding and COVID-19 on Fort McMurray School Board Staff and Other Employees: A Comparative Study. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19, 435 https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph 19010435.
26. Belinda Agyapong, Reham Shalaby, Ejemai Eboreime, Gloria Obuobi-Donkor, Ernest Owusu, Medard K. Adu, Wanying Mao, Folajinmi Oluwasina & Vincent I. O. Agyapong (2022) Cumulative trauma from multiple natural disasters increases mental health burden on residents of Fort McMurray, European Journal of Psychotraumatology, 13:1, 2059999, DOI:10.1080/20008198.2022.2059999.
27. Mao, W.; Adu, M.; Eboreime, E.; Shalaby, R.; Nkire, N.; Agyapong, B.; Pazderka, H.; Obuobi-Donkor, G.; Owusu, E.; Oluwasina, F.; et al. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and Wildfires: A Fifth-Year Post Disaster Evaluation among Residents of Fort McMurray. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19,9759. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph19159759.
28. Serwaa, D., Bello, F.A., Osungbade, K.O., Nkansah, C., Osei-Boakye, F., Appiah, S.K., Antwi, M.H., Danquah, M., Buckman, T.A. and Owusu, E., 2021. Prevalence and determinants of low testosterone levels in men with type 2 diabetes mellitus; a case-control study in a district hospital in Ghana. PLOS Global Public Health, 1(12), p.e0000052.
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Awards
Dr. Adil J Nazarali Memorial Travel Award in Neuroscience 2024.
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship 2023/2024 (Ph.D. category)
Alberta Innovates Graduate Student Scholarship 2022/2023 (Masters category)
Graduate Research Assistantship Fellowship 2021, 2022.
Timeline
Mental Health Aide
Alberta Health Services, AHS
10.2022 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant Fellowship
University Of Alberta
09.2021 - Current
Senior Health Tutor, Psychiatry and Therapeutic Co
Ministry Of Health, Ghana.
09.2018 - 12.2023
Administrator in Charge.
Adom Clinic
11.2016 - 08.2019
Lecturer, Psychiatry / Mental Health Nursing.
Valley View University
10.2016 - 01.2022
Consulting Psychiatry Nurse
County Group Of Hospitals.
09.2016 - Current
Facilitator for Psychiatry. IDL Programme.
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology, KNUST
05.2015 - 08.2015
Lecturer, Psychiatry.
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology, KNUST
05.2015 - 08.2015
Teaching Assistant, Psychiatry.
Christian Service University College.
09.2013 - 08.2025
Health Tutor, Psychiatry.
Ministry Of Health, Ghana.
09.2012 - 08.2018
Director
Mispa Community Health Services
09.2012 - 04.2015
Director
Mispa Community Health Services
01.2011 - Current
Health Tutor, Psychiatry.
Tepa Nursing And Midwifery Training College.
11.2010 - 06.2015
Health Tutor, Psychiatry.
Dunkwa Nursing /Midwifery Training College.
09.2010 - 06.2015
Workshop Facilitator
Ghana Aids Commission And OICI.
05.2010 - 08.2015
Teaching Assistant, Psychiatry
Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science And Technology, KNUST
11.2009 - 08.2015
Lecturer, Psychiatry and Therapeutic Communication
Garden City University College.
10.2009 - 12.2021
Consulting Psychiatric Nurse
Ghana Health Service.
09.2009 - 08.2012
Master of Science - Global Mental Health Policy, Services And Developm
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
Ph.D. - Psychiatry
University of Alberta
No Degree - Workplace Harassment And Violence Prevention
Alberta Health Services, AHS.
No Degree - Indigenous People in Alberta- Introduction.
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
No Degree - Understanding Data For Suicide Prevention.
Suicide Prevention Resource Center.
No Degree - Empowering Families With Substance Use
Center For Addiction And Mental Health
No Degree - Empowering Families With Psychosis
Center For Addiction And Mental Health
No Degree - 4. Building Babies' Brains Through Play
Center On The Developing Child, Harvard University
No Degree - Connect Care Training
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Certificate - Brain Story Certification.
Alberta Family Wellness Imitative/Harvard University
Certificate - Therapeutic Communication.
University of Roehampton, London.
Bachelor of Education. - Health Science (Psychiatry)
University of Cape Coast.
Diploma - Mental Health Nursing
Ankaful Nurses Training College
Teachers' Cert 'A' - Teaching.
Dambai Teacher Training College
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