Dr. Gabriel Attipoe-Djagmah BSc, MB ChB, MGCP

Dr. Gabriel Attipoe-Djagmah is a distinguished Specialist Family Physician currently serving at the Eastern Regional Hospital, Koforidua. With a stellar academic background and a wealth of experience in the medical field, Dr. Attipoe-Djagmah embodies qualities of humility, trustworthiness, and dedication to his profession. He is recognized for his exceptional interpersonal and management skills, coupled with a meticulous attention to detail, making him a valued team player in any healthcare setting.

His educational journey includes earning his MB ChB from the University of Ghana Medical School, Korle Bu, and obtaining a BSc in Medical Sciences from the University of Ghana, Legon. Dr. Attipoe-Djagmah further specialized in Family Medicine, obtaining an MGCP (Fam. Med.) from the Ghana College Of Physicians And Surgeons. His commitment to continuous learning is evident through various certificates obtained, including health administration and management, non-operative management of fractures, and syndromic management of sexually transmitted infections, among others.

As a fully registered member of the Ghana Medical and Dental Council, Dr. Attipoe-Djagmah has made significant contributions to healthcare through his employment history. He has held positions at esteemed institutions such as the Akuse Government Hospital and the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital before assuming his current role at the Eastern Regional Hospital. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated his ability to provide immediate and appropriate care in diverse medical and surgical emergencies, along with proficiency in office procedures and minor surgeries.

Dr. Attipoe-Djagmah's expertise extends to chronic disease management, particularly in non-communicable diseases such as asthma, sickle cell disease, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. He is a certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) provider and actively engages in teaching and training various healthcare professionals, including medical officers, physician assistants, nurses, and nursing students.

In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Attipoe-Djagmah holds several management positions, including Head of Outpatient and Emergency Department, Chairman of the Drug and Therapeutic Committee, and Deputy Clinical Director at the Eastern Regional Hospital. He is deeply involved in quality assurance and improvement initiatives, serving as a focal person for the Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee and contributing to the TEACH-AMS project of the Ghana Health Service and the University of New Mexico.

Dr. Gabriel Attipoe-Djagmah's dedication to patient care, medical education, and healthcare management reflects his commitment to advancing the field of family medicine and improving healthcare delivery in Ghana.

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