Papa Yaw Ohene -Adjei
Toronto
Summary
Optometrist experienced in managing ocular diseases and enhancing patient care. Led clinical operations to improve patient flow and satisfaction while developing personalized healthcare strategies. Focused on leveraging clinical expertise and leadership skills to elevate patient care services and promote vision health through community outreach.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principal Optometrist - HEAD OF EYE UNIT
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE -MOTHER AND CHILD HOSPITAL
KASOA
05.2024 - Current
- Developed comprehensive action plan for eye unit, aligning departmental goals with patient care objectives.
- Crafted personalised care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Assessed and improved work quality of team members in eye care department, ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
- Assessed and improved work quality of team members in eye care department, ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
- Served as key liaison for the eye unit, enhancing interdepartmental communication within the hospital.
- Led community outreach initiatives to increase access to optometry services.
- Referred to specialists for additional expert services unavailable in practice setting.
Optometrist
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE -EWIM POLYCLINIC
CAPE COAST
07.2013 - 05.2024
- Diagnosed and assisted in the treatment of ocular disease.
- Managed a comprehensive analysis of the visual system, eye diseases, and injuries.
- Used optometric equipment to conduct pre-testing and special testing.
- Selected effective instruments and therapies tailored to individual eye conditions.
- Counseled and educated patients to promote healthy vision and enhance understanding of eye care.
- Charted patient conditions and treatments to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care.
- Maintained detailed records of patient visits to support comprehensive patient care and follow-up.
Locum Optometrist/ Optometry Assistant
FREDERICK'S EYECARE
Accra, Ghana
04.2011 - 05.2013
- Diagnosed ocular diseases and supported Optometrist in treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Prescribed eyeglasses or contact lenses to correct vision problems.
- Assisted and educated clients on frame selection, lens coatings and treatment.
- Educated patients on diet and lifestyle choices to promote healthy vision and prevent ocular issues.
Intern Optometrist
RIDGE HOSPITAL
Accra, Ghana
11.2010 - 11.2011
- Collaborated with physicians to create tailored treatment plans based on test results and patient history, enhancing patient care.
- Supported healthcare team in executing ocular disease treatment protocols, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Supported healthcare team in executing ocular disease treatment protocols, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Managed inventory of eyeglasses frames, lenses, contact lenses, solutions, and supplies to ensure availability and support patient needs.
Education
Doctor of Optometry - Doctor of Optometry
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
Kumasi, Ghana 09.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Optometry And Visual Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
Kumasi , Ghana 01.2003 - 05.2007
Skills
- Comprehensive Eye Examinations
- Ocular disease diagnosis
- Refractive error correction
- Vision tests
- Eyeglass fitting
- Contact lens fitting
- Eyewear prescriptions
- Vision therapy
- Low-Vision Support Services
- Foreign body removal
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Flow Management
- Clinical leadership
- Healthcare Strategy Development
- Public Health Initiatives
- Team Coordination
- Patient counseling
Certification
- International Centre for Eyecare Education -ICEE 2010- Community Eye Health
- Holistic Development Programme for Visual Impaired Children Up to 6 years Old in Ghana- HODVIC- July-August 2021
Accomplishments
- Welfare Association Chairperson 2019-2024 - Ewim Polyclinic
- School Eye Health Screening of over 10000 children with Operation Eye Sight Universal in 2022-2023
- Lead optometrist for Community Eye Health screening with an NGO- Global Brigades Ghana from 2017 till date.
Community Service
- Community health screening with Global Brigades Ghana (NGO) in the Ekumfi District in the Central Region of Ghana from 2017 to date.
- Low vision screening in partnership with Visio International (NGO) at the Wa School For the Blind, Ghana in February 2022.
- School Eye Screening for over 10000 Basic school Children with Operation Eye Care Universal (NGO) in the Cape Coast District from 2022 - 2023.
Timeline
Principal Optometrist - HEAD OF EYE UNIT
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE -MOTHER AND CHILD HOSPITAL
05.2024 - Current
Optometrist
GHANA HEALTH SERVICE -EWIM POLYCLINIC
07.2013 - 05.2024
Locum Optometrist/ Optometry Assistant
FREDERICK'S EYECARE
04.2011 - 05.2013
Intern Optometrist
RIDGE HOSPITAL
11.2010 - 11.2011
Doctor of Optometry - Doctor of Optometry
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
09.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Optometry And Visual Science
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
01.2003 - 05.2007