Korle-Bu Neuroscience Clubs

KBTH RADIOLOGY DEVELOPMENTS

Bernard.O — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:29:18 +0000

Dr. Jocelyne is to conduct an assessment of the KBTH radiology dept during August visit, submit report, and consider relocating to KBTH as a consultant soley focussed upon moving the dept forward with no other distractions of private practise, etc. Accomodation at KBTH would be provided. Dr. Paul King would also be included in KBTH developments during the August visit and be offered a consultancy position

MEDICAL EDUCATION

Bernard.O — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:23:53 +0000

At the recent Ghanaian Surgeon and Physicians Conference, the main discussion was how to enhance Medical Education in Ghana. KBNF has began talks of offering regular health courses at the KBTH yearly and e-courses online using websites like Khan Academy. Dr. Caines, Chair of Research for example would do a video presentation of UTMB medical end of life readings and discussion and post them online to kick start e-course programs.

GHANAIAN DOCTOR UNDERTAKES FELLOWSHIP AT VGH

Bernard.O — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 21:20:05 +0000

Dr. Gladys Fodjour, KBTH ophthalmologist, will be visiting the Vancouver Hospital Eye Care Center (ECC) on a sponsored fellowship for a “cornea, uveitis and medical retina” by KBTH this month. This is in line with KBNF-KBTH emphasis on training medical staff to adequately deal with numerous eye-related health problems that persist in Ghana and surrounding regions.

KORLE-BU TEACHING HOSPITAL

Bernard.O — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:58:44 +0000

Rev. Prof. Seth Ayettey, KBTH Management Board Chair reports that “progress has been made in terms of including the Neuroscience project in the Phase 1B on the New Emergency and Clinical Specialties Centre project to be undertaken with funds from a loan provided by an Arabic funding consortium. Parliament will have to approve this first and then we shall go through the procurement process to select a Consultant. . . . The work done by Don and Kaien and Lynn [KBNF PMG] has been a major reference document of the Ministry of Health in discussions with business groups interested in the Korle Bu project and other health development projects.” Remaining phases of the Centre are currently in discussion with potential funding agents.

CME CONFERENCE IN ACCRA,GHANA AUGUST 1-5

Bernard.O — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:56:51 +0000

The Ghana Physicians and Surgeons Foundation of North America [GPSF] are preparing a CME Conference for Accra, Ghana this August 1 – 5. KBNF Chair of Education and Training Dr. Jocelyne Lapointe along with KBNF neurosurgeon [Atlanta, Georgia] Dr. Paul King are planning committee members priortizing in development of the neurosurgery and neurology portion of the conference program. More details to come

14TH CONTAINER SHIPMENT TO UBTH

Bernard.O — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:55:02 +0000

KBNF 14th container shipment to UBTH, Benin City, Nigeria has arrived in port. The container is being cleared by the clearing agent representing Dr. David Uvoh and UBTH. Pro-Health International is responsible for transportation of this container to Benin City.
Much appreciation is extended to Dell Marie Wergeland, Director of Compassionate Resource Warehouse and her team as they helped collect neurosurgery ward unit items listed by Dr. Udoh and his Head Sister Priscilla Uabor. Shirley Grimyachev, Director of Universal Aide Society, faithfully facilitates transportation of our containers and this container is no exception.
David Uvoh shares: “May the Lord honour continually your faith and your labour of love, you and all our dear friends, who gave so mmuch away and ask nothing in return.”

First neuropathology training mission to VGH

Bernard.O — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:51:11 +0000

Richard Gyasi, Head of the Pathology Department of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital visited Vancouver for 6.5 weeks in October and November, enhancing his knowledge of brain pathology and investigative techniques at the Vancouver General Hospital. KBTH extends gratitude for the expert direction provided by neuropathologists Dr. Katerina Dorovini-Zis and Dr. Wayne Moore.
Professor Gyasi will be able to institute new procedures in studying the brains of Ghanaian individuals suspected of having died of neurological disorders, as well as bringing greater knowledge to the interpretation of microscopic slides of brain tumours. He now has a friendly “Vancouver connection” that he will be able to consult on his more complex cases.
Professor Gyasi’s visit to Vancouver was made possible by Drs. Felix Durity and Jocelyne Lapointe who worked tirelessly to ensure a successful visit and by the support of his colleagues at KBTH and the University of Ghana. It is the expectation of the KBNF Education Committee that this type of educational experience can be replicated every year, helping to enhance Ghanaian and West African expertise in many neuroscience related disciplines.

MNI-KBNF TEAM UP TO DEVELOP EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN GHANA

Bernard.O — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 01:35:13 +0000

Meetings from last year between the MNI and KBNF has led to ongoing Curricular development of Neuroscience Research and Neurology residence program led by Dr. Lisa Caines and Dr. Lapointe.

World renowned Neuroscientist Albert Aguayo has given his strong backing and assistance in identifying funding and other opportunities once the proposal with specific goals and a time-line is complete.

Dr. Richard Riopelle , Dean of Neurology and Neurosurgery also advised KBNF to align their initiatives with the World federation of Neurology (WFN) which will ultimately open up funding opportunities to support educational and clinical initiatives presented by the Korle-Bu Foundation.

A group of researchers and administrators led by Dr. Elizabeth Kofron also reestablishment continued interest of the MNI and McGill University in supporting the research and educational endeavors of the University of Ghana and also centered on discussions regarding possible funding opportunities and strategies.Also faculty and administrators at the McGill University will assist with the training of Ghanaian graduate students in neuroscience, provide faculty consultants for program and laboratory development, provide faculty mentors for students, and allow faculty from the University of Ghana to visit the McGill University for the purpose of course and program development. Update of developments will be posted as another landmark is reached.

KBNC UBC PROVIDES HELP TO KBNF

Bernard.O — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 05:56:16 +0000

Students from KBNC UBC will be providing hands on assistance to KBNF to help load a 40 foot container with medical supplies and equipments to be sent to Benin Hospital, Nigeria where six KBNF members worked last November. President of the club, Ash Shamsian, also plans to host more events on campus to fundraise for KBNF this academic year.

In a related development,because of the medical mission last November, the sole neurosurgeon at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital(Nigeria) has been able to create a bond with the neurosurgeons at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (Ghana), so that more people can be helped.

KBNC MCGILL STRATEGIZES FOR SCHOOL YEAR

Bernard.O — Sat, 02 Oct 2010 05:28:42 +0000

KBNC McGill, led by an undergraduate Psychology Student Hon Yan, is positioning itself to host major events during the school year to raise funds for KBNF after successful recruiting during activities night. Besides small events like the chocolate fountain and selling of bracelets, two main events will be held in November and March. World Mental Health day will be hosted in November to bring awareness to Mental health issues in Africa. As women are more affected by Neurological ailments, March will be the time to draw awareness to this and raise funds for KBNF during the International Women’s day. This further ties into KBNF’s active search for funding to help treat pregnant women in Africa with Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) which prevents neurological ailments like Spina Bifida in the new born