Nana Kwadwo Appaw-Gyasi
Toronto,,ON
Summary
Community health and outreach professional with experience supporting community-based programs, stakeholder engagement, and service coordination within healthcare and nonprofit environments. Skilled in facilitating community outreach initiatives, coordinating multi-stakeholder programs, and supporting service delivery for diverse and vulnerable populations. Experienced in project coordination, program implementation, and data reporting within complex organizational settings, with a strong commitment to advancing community well-being and equitable access to services.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Data Analyst
Office of Research, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
London, ON
10.2025 - Current
- Managed structured research datasets supporting institutional program reporting and operational decision-making.
- Coordinated data reconciliation across institutional systems to maintain reporting integrity and data accuracy.
- Prepared standardized reports and documentation used for program monitoring, compliance oversight, and stakeholder reporting.
- Supported operational workflows by coordinating documentation processes and resolving data discrepancies across multiple systems.
- Collaborated with faculty and administrative stakeholders to maintain accurate research records and reporting systems.
Research Assistant
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
London, ON
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Supported research activities within a regulated academic health environment.
- Conducted literature reviews and synthesized findings to inform program development and research reporting.
- Assisted in preparing research documentation, organizing datasets, and maintaining project records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to research protocols and reporting requirements.
Medical Scribe
St. Joseph's Health Centre
Toronto, ON
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided real-time clinical documentation support in a fast-paced outpatient setting.
- Documented patient encounters involving mental health and chronic disease management to support clinical decision-making.
- Ensured accurate and timely completion of medical records in accordance with hospital documentation standards.
- Collaborated with physicians and allied health professionals to support workflow efficiency.
- Maintained composure and accuracy in time-sensitive and high-pressure clinical environments.
Community Ambassador
TAIBU Community Health Centre
Scarborough, ON
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives including screening clinics and health education sessions within priority neighbourhoods.
- Engaged residents and community stakeholders to support access to community programs and health services.
- Assisted in organizing and delivering 10+ community health education sessions and outreach clinics addressing local health needs.
- Facilitated client intake and service navigation, connecting individuals to healthcare and social service resources.
- Supported program tracking and reporting through structured participant data collection and documentation.
- Coordinated logistics for a large-scale community health event serving 300+ community members.
Youth Healthcare Assistant
TAIBU Community Health Centre
Scarborough, ON
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Supported frontline service delivery within a community health centre serving diverse and underserved populations.
- Assisted with client intake, eligibility verification, and service coordination across interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Facilitated communication between clients and providers to support timely access to care and community programs.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
Peer Health Coordinator
University Student Council, Western University
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered peer-led health education programming focused on prevention, wellness, and community engagement.
- Facilitated group discussions and promoted student participation in campus community health initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biology And Medical Science
Western University
London, ONSkills
- Community engagement and outreach coordination
- Stakeholder collaboration and partnership development
- Program implementation and community initiatives
- Community needs assessment and service navigation
- Project coordination and program monitoring
- Community event planning and facilitation
- Data tracking, reporting, and program evaluation
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Languages
- English (Native)
- Twi (Fluent)
Certifications
- Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP)
- TCPS 2: CORE Research Ethics
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED
- WHMIS
Timeline
Research Data Analyst
Office of Research, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
10.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
09.2024 - 09.2025
Community Ambassador
TAIBU Community Health Centre
11.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Scribe
St. Joseph's Health Centre
09.2023 - 09.2024
Peer Health Coordinator
University Student Council, Western University
09.2022 - 04.2023
Youth Healthcare Assistant
TAIBU Community Health Centre
06.2022 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biology And Medical Science
Western University