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- Prof. Nick Ossei-Gerning OBE , Prof. Isaac Kofi Owusu , Dr. Christiana Adu-Takyi , Dr. Harold Ayetey , Dr Nqoba Israel Tsabedze , Dr. Ijeoma A. Ekeruo , Dr Baffoe Gyan , Dr. Benjamin Dabo Sarkodie , Prof. Joseph Atiah Akamah , Dr. Eugene Kofi Amable , Dr. Abdul-Subulr Yakubu , Dr. Prince Yaw Boahene
7th Annual General Scientific Meeting (AGSM) of the Ghanaian Society of Cardiology (GSC)
This 2-day live event is open for registration and will include a virtual interactive component. Additionally, the training event will be hosted on this platform, allowing participants to engage further with the material and pose questions and also have discussions outside the live sessions. We believe that your presence at this event would greatly contribute to the exchange of knowledge and the advancement of cardiovascular healthcare in Ghana. Your support in promoting this event among your colleagues and network would be highly appreciated.
The Ghanaian Society of Cardiology (GSC) invites you to its 7th Annual General Scientific Meeting (AGSM) scheduled for 27th–28th February 2025. Following the success of previous AGSMs—most recently the 6th AGSM—this year’s meeting promises to bring together experts from across Ghana and beyond to share critical knowledge, cutting-edge research, and practical approaches to cardiovascular healthcare.
THEME
The theme, “Management of Cardiac Emergencies: The Ghanaian Context,” sheds light on the specific challenges and solutions for treating severe cardiac events in local healthcare settings. It focuses on current diagnostic methods, treatment protocols, and prevention strategies that address Ghana’s unique clinical environment. Participants will learn practical techniques for rapid intervention, effective use of available resources, and evidence-based practices that can reduce mortality and improve patient outcomes across the country.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
DAY ONE
Presentation Topics/Activities || 8:50 AM - 1:30 PM
Pulmonary Embolism by Prof I. K. Owusu
Aortic Dissection by Dr Baffoe Gyan
Acute Limb Ischaemia by Prof Benjamin Dabo Sarkodie
Acute Heart Failure by Prof Nqoba Tsabedze
Hot Debate: Acute Coronary Syndrome - Medicate or Dilate? by Prof. J. A. Akamah & Prof Nick Gerning
Workshops || 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Workshop 1: BLS & ACLS (Facilitated by the TTH ER TEAM)
- Workshop 2: Basic ECG Reading (Facilitated by CVEF Faculty & Dr. Prince Boahene)
- Workshop 3: Echocardiography (facilitated by Dr. Abdul-Subulr Yakubu)
DAY TWO
Presentation Topics/Activities || 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Cardiac Emergencies in Children by Dr Christiana Adu-Takyi
Fatal Cardiac Arrhythmias by Dr. Ijeoma Ekeruo
Role of Imaging in Cardiac Emergencies by Dr Harold Ayetey
Abstract Presentations
AGM || 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Both days will feature dynamic presentations, interactive discussions, and virtual and in-person networking opportunities. Virtual participants will have access to live sessions, and an online platform to pose questions, connect with speakers, and engage in collaborative discussions beyond the live event.
LOC CHAIRMAN: Dr. Abdul-Subulr Yakubu BSc, MB ChB, PG Cert (Interv. Cardiol), FGCP, FWACP. Head of Cardiology Unit, Tamale Teaching Hospital.
GUEST OF HONOUR: Dr. Abdulai Abukari Northern Regional Director of Health Service
WHY YOU SHOULD REGISTER FOR THE 7TH AGSM
By registering, you will gain direct access to the latest insights in cardiovascular medicine tailored to the Ghanaian context. You will also benefit from:
1. Engaging with top cardiologists and thought leaders who understand the unique challenges and opportunities in Ghana’s healthcare landscape.
2. Exploring new findings and emerging trends in cardiac emergencies, with an opportunity to discuss real-world applications.
3. Attending hands-on workshops on Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Basic ECG Reading to enhance clinical competence.
4. Connect with peers, exchange ideas, and initiate partnerships for future research and clinical collaboration.
5. Being able to join whether in-person or online, you can join the sessions and workshops from anywhere while enjoying robust interactive components.
6. Professional Development: Earn continuing professional development (CPD) credits and stay current with best practices in cardiac care.
IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE and participation are STRICTLY BY INVITATION at Modern City Hotel, Tamale, – Ghana
PROUDLY SPONSORED BY
Overview
Course Description
Scheduled for 27th–28th February 2025, this two-day hybrid gathering will bring together experts and healthcare professionals to share critical insights on the management of cardiac emergencies within the Ghanaian context. The first day will address subjects such as pulmonary embolism, acute heart failure, aortic dissection, cardiac emergencies in children, and acute limb ischaemia, alongside practical workshops on BLS & ACLS and basic ECG reading. The second day will delve into acute coronary syndrome, fatal cardiac arrhythmias, and the role of imaging in cardiac emergencies, culminating in a dedicated session for presentations and discussions.
What you will learn
By the end of this 2-day hybrid event, participants will be able to:
1. Diagnose and manage common cardiac emergencies.
2. Identify and treat critical paediatric cardiac conditions.
3. Interpret ECGs effectively.
4. Discuss current approaches to managing acute coronary syndrome in Ghana.
5. Recognize and manage fatal cardiac arrhythmias.
6. Incorporate imaging modalities into the diagnostic and treatment pathways for cardiac emergencies.
Course Content
Lecture Sessions
- Day 1 – Session One (Live Stream) || Thursday, 22nd February 2025 | 8:50 AM – 2:30 PM 5 hours
- Day 1 – Session Two (Live Stream) || Thursday, 27th February 2025 | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 2 hours
- Day 1 – Session Three (Live Stream) || Thursday, 27th February 2025 | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 2 hours
- Day 1 – Session Four (Live Stream) || Thursday, 27th February 2025 | 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM 2 hours
- Day 2 – Session One (Live Stream) || Friday, 28th February 2025 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM 4 hours
- Day 2 – Session Two (Live Stream) || Friday, 28th February 2025 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 2 hours
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About Facilitators
- 2 Courses on CES
Prof. Nick Ossei-Gerning OBE
MBBS, FRCP (UK), MD, OBE
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist || Professor
Gloucestershire Hospital Foundation NHS Trust (UK) || University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Professor Nick Ossei-Gerning is a distinguished Consultant Interventional Cardiologist with a career spanning several continents, focusing on both general and interventional cardiology.
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- 5 Courses on CES
Prof. Isaac Kofi Owusu
BSc., MBCh.B., Dip PDM, FWACP, FGCP
Head, Department of Medicine, School of Medicine and Dentistry. Honorary Consultant Cardiologist
Kwame Nkrumah University of Sciences and Technology. Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi, Ghana
Professor Isaac Kofi Owusu, BSc. , MBCh. B. , Dip PDM, FWACP, FGCP, is an esteemed Associate Professor and currently serves as the Head of the Department of Medicine at the School of Medicine and Dentistry, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Christiana Adu-Takyi
BSc, MBChB, MGCPS, MPhil, Fellow
Paediatric Cardiologist
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi, Ghana
A dedicated and qualified Paediatric Cardiologist specializing in interventional cardiology and congenital and acquired heart diseases. Proficient in paediatric echocardiography, ECGs, and advanced patient care, with extensive experience in teaching and mentoring medical students and residents.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Harold Ayetey
MB BChir (Cantab), PhD (Cantab), Cardiac Imaging Fellowship (UK), FRCP (Lond)
Consultant Cardiologist || Advanced Cardiac Imaging Specialist
Akai House Clinic, Accra, Ghana
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, Cape Coast, Ghana
Dr.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr Nqoba Israel Tsabedze
BSc, MBChB, FCP(SA), PhD (Candidate)
Associate Professor || Clinical Head
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg (South Africa) || Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
Dr. Nqoba Israel Tsabedze is a clinician scientist specializing in cardiology, currently working at the Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. He holds the position of Associate Professor at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, where he is deeply involved in academic and clinical research.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Ijeoma A. Ekeruo
BSC, MD, Fellow
Cardiac Electrophysiologist
Arrhythmia Care Center, Houston, USA
Dr. Ijeoma A. Ekeruo is a skilled cardiac electrophysiologist based in Houston. She earned her M. D. from Emory University School of Medicine and completed her residency in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr Baffoe Gyan
BSc, MD, Fellow, CertHAM
Director of Medical Affairs || Consultant Cardiovascular Surgeon
University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) || Department of Surgery, UGMC
Dr. Baffoe Gyan is the Director of Medical Affairs at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC). Prior to this role, he served as the Head of the Department of Cardiothoracic/Vascular Surgery and the Department of Surgery at UGMC.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Benjamin Dabo Sarkodie
MD, MBA , FWACS
Medical Director, Head of Radiology & Interventional Radiologist
Euracare Ghana
Dr. Benjamin Dabo Sarkodie is Euracare Ghana’s Medical Director, Head of Radiology & Interventional Radiologist. A Ghanaian national, Dr Sarkodie holds the distinction of being the first certified Interventional Radiologist in Ghana.
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- 3 Courses on CES
Prof. Joseph Atiah Akamah
BSc, MBChB, MPH, EMBA, Fellow
Interventional Cardiologist
Nashville General Hospital, USA
Prof. Joseph Atiah Akamah is an accomplished and extensively trained medical professional with a rich educational background. He obtained his M. B. , Ch. B. (Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery) from the University of Ghana Medical School, Accra, Ghana. Furthering his expertise, he pursued an M. P. H.
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- 2 Courses on CES
Dr. Eugene Kofi Amable
MD, FGCP, FLCP, FWACP
Consultant Physician/Cardiologist
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Dr. Eugene Kofi Amable, MD, FGCP, FLCP, FWACP, is a distinguished Consultant Physician and Cardiologist with a wealth of experience in the field of medicine.
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- 1 Course on CES
Dr. Abdul-Subulr Yakubu
BSc, MB ChB, PG Cert (Interv. Cardiol), FGCP, FWACP
Head of Cardiology Unit
Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH)
Dr. Abdul-Subulr Yakubu is a Senior Physician Specialist and Cardiologist with over a decade of clinical experience. He completed his medical training at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology School of Medical Sciences and pursued postgraduate training in Interventional Cardiology at the Guangdong Cardiovascular Institute in China.
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- 2 Courses on CES
Dr. Prince Yaw Boahene
BSc, MBChB, FWACP
Specialist Cardiologist
Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), Kumasi, Ghana.
Dr. Prince Yaw Boahene is a dedicated and highly skilled Cardiologist at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi, Ghana. With extensive experience in internal medicine and cardiology, he has made significant contributions to the medical field, particularly in cardiovascular care. Dr.
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