GEORGE KOFI ANNAN

Driven by the spirit of Ubuntu, which emphasizes interconnectedness and community, a genuine commitment to enhancing the well-being of others forms the foundation of professional practice. Expertise as a Resident Physician includes navigating complex medical cases with a strong focus on patient care, diagnosis, treatment planning, and management to achieve optimal health outcomes. A collaborative approach fosters effective teamwork and communication, ensuring comprehensive support for patients throughout their healthcare journey. With a keen interest in Internal Medicine, Rural Medicine, and Hematology-Oncology, dedication to continuous learning keeps skills sharp and aligned with the latest medical advancements.

• American College of Physicians, Resident Member (ACP Number 04554084)
• Ghana Medical & Dental Council Permanent registration 2021-present (pin: MDC/RN/11839)
• Ghana Medical Association, Member
• Junior Doctors Association of Ghana, Member
• Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) Certificate issued July 11, 2023 (ID# 1-110-083-1)

EPIC Physician SmartUser Badge (#1574493654), 11/12/2025 

Advanced Life Support, American Red Cross, 6/25/2024

Advanced Life Support, American Red Cross, 6/25/2024

Medical Clerkship, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, USA Jul 2017

• Clinical clerkship at the Transplant Section of the Department of Surgery under the supervision of Jeffery D. Punch (Professor of Surgery).
• Participated in patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Observed transplant procedures in theatre.
• Participated in transplant conferences.

Workshop on Home-based care and case management of COVID-19 infection USAID/RISE/JHPIEGO, Kumasi, Ghana Aug 2022

• Learned about current updates on Home-based care and case management of COVID-19 infection.
• Participated in group-based discussions on several clinical scenarios.
• Trained other health workers at my facility.

Leadership and Management in Health University of Washington Apr 2022 - Jun 2022

• Participated in this professional development course under the tutelage of Professor Britt Yamamoto (Clinical Associate Professor, Global Health, University of Washington) and Professor Ann Downer (Professor Emeritus, Global Health, University of Washington).
• Studied concepts such as leading and managing frameworks, accountability, the seven habits of highly effective people (Covey), team-building, supervision, delegation, coaching, conflict management, systems thinking, project management, data management, and effective communication.
• Had team-based discussions with people from other parts of the world, used the individual learning plan, did assignments, and made a final presentation of my leadership journey to the course coordinator.

Pharmacovigilance Food and Drugs Authority, Offinso, Ghana Mar 2024

• Training by personnel from the Food and Drugs Authority on pharmacovigilance.
• Learned the use of adverse drug reporting forms.

• Annan GK, Agyeman W, Acheampong SB, Mills-Annoh A, Adu AA. Transient Renal Artery Stenosis in Renal Infarction: A Case Report. Am J Case Rep. 2025;26:e949596. Published 2025 Aug 30. doi:10.12659/AJCR.949596
• Annan GK, Enninful E, Dwommon N, Egwuonwu C, Chapagain S. Splenic Infarction at the Crossroads of Hematologic and Cardioembolic Risk. Cureus. 2025;17(7):e88032. Published 2025 Jul 15. doi:10.7759/cureus.88032
• Annan GK, Berchie PO, Kumi A, Zouain Estevez M, Egwuonwu C. Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Strikes Deep: Infected Femoral Aneurysm in a Patient With Deep Vein Thrombosis. Cureus. 2025;17(6):e86816. Published 2025 Jun 26. doi:10.7759/cureus.86816
• Agyapong Osman K, Amoah E, Annan GK, Bannerman E. Multiple Joint Pain Progressing to Inability to Walk in a 12-year-old Boy. Pediatr Rev. 2024;45(2):108-110. doi:10.1542/pir.2020-004919
• Omeludike E, Ottun AA, Aregbesola E, Nwabueze C, Fasola O, Boateng S, Nwaneki C, Acheampong S, Soladoye E, Beeko PK, Egwuonwu C, Annan G. De Novo Hepatocellular Carcinoma in a Heart Transplant Recipient: Rethinking the Oncogenic Risks of Tacrolimus. Am J Gastroenterol. 2025;120(10 Suppl 2):S1155–S1156. doi:10.14309/01.ajg.0001149124.56806.09
• Acheampong S, Berchie P, Darko P, Omeludike E, Soladoye E, Annan G, Ofosu-Amakye D. Upper GI Bleeding Post Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass. Am J Gastroenterol. 2025;120(10 Suppl 2):S991. doi:10.14309/01.ajg.0001146008.54940.2f
• Ozaeta JC, Mills-Annoh A, Ogunkoya G, Dadzie S, Shamasneh I, Annan G, Chinnatambi C, Ibrahim S. Effect of Neuromuscular Blockade on Outcomes in Moderate to Severe Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Published Studies. Chest. 2025;168(4):A1969

• Annan G K, Enninful E, Egwuonwu C, et al. (N/A) Balancing Bleeding and Clot: Type 2 Heparin-Induced Thrombocytopenia with Extensive Thromboses in a Patient with Subdural Hematoma. Cureus (): e. doi:10.7759/cureus.

• Meniru CG, Rezek M, Annan GK, Ogunkoya GD, Atencah SE, Berchie P, Fox NR. Trapped in the First Impression: The Diagnostic Journey from Pulmonary Sarcoidosis to B Cell Lymphoma. Oral presentation presented at: American College of Physicians, Georgia Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting; October 24, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia.
• Egwuonwu C, Annan G, Atencah S, Andaya A, Robertson R. Hydroxyurea and Tumor Lysis Syndrome: A Rare but Critical Complication in CML. Clin Lymphoma Myeloma Leuk. 2025;25(Suppl 1):S217. Poster CML-494.

• Piedmont Athens Regional Graduate Medical Education Outstanding Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Presentation 2025
• Piedmont Athens Regional Graduate Medical Education 3rd Place Best Podium Presentation 2025
• American College of Physicians Georgia Chapter Doctor’s Dilemma Winner 2025
• Ghana Health Service Prize 2018 Best All-Round Medical Student
• The University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry Dean's List of Excellence
• Mr. Harry Sawyer Prize 2018 Best Student in Medicine & Therapeutics
• The Samarasinghe Prize 2018 Best Student in Community Health
• Professor Kofi Amoa-Oduro Prize 2018 Best Student in Anesthesia
• Mr. Simumeera Prize 2015 Best Student in Hematology
• Bishop (Dr.) Dag Heward Mills Prize 2015 Best Student in Pathology
• Mr. R.K. Obeng Prize 2015 Best Student in Clinical Pharmacology
• Mr. Clement Bannerman Williams Prize 2015 Best Student in Practical Hematology
• School of Biomedical & Allied Health Prize 2015 Overall Best Student for Level 300 in BSc. Medicine
• Honors in Hematology, Microbiology and Pharmacology, Medicine & Therapeutics, Surgery, Child Health, Community Health, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Anatomy, Biochemistry and pathology
• Ghana Secondary Technical School Scholar of the Year 2012 Overall best-graduating student
• Western Regional Coordinating Council Award for Best Performers 2012
• Ghana National Science & Math Quiz winner 2012

Academic Board President, University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry, Class of 2018 

• Collaborated with other members of the board to lead the class in team-based learning and problem-solving.
• Worked with other members of the board to create a folder for the class, containing recorded lectures, practice questions, and lecture slides.
• Organized practice sessions and quizzes for the class.
• Provided academic advice and counseling sessions to colleagues who found the course challenging.

Tribal Chief, Piedmont Athens Regional Internal Medicine Residency Tribal Council

• Served as a liaison between residents and program leadership, communicating concerns, scheduling issues, and workflow improvements.
• Coordinated resident activities, wellness initiatives, and cultural or community-building events within the program.
• Supported onboarding and mentorship of new interns and residents, helping them adapt to program expectations and schedules.
• Represented the resident body during meetings, contributing to program development, quality improvement, and policy discussions.

• Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact.
• Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills.
• Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in soccer.
• Singing hymns.