Retina & Vitreous Services Often life's greatest wonders are in the smallest of moments. Together, the retina and vitreous bring the tiniest detail into focus - the seeds of a flower, the handwriting of a loved one, the brilliant colors of a painting. Eye health is essential for such intricate vision. As the population ages, the number of Ghanaians with retinal and vitreous disorders and vision loss is steadily increasing. Eye Institute at the Kings & Queens Medical University College & KQTH strives to offer the latest in technological and surgical advancements for the prevention and treatment of retinal disorders. Many of the potential disorders of the retina and vitreous can be prevented or fully treated if detected early by a skilled ophthalmologist. Our highly-trained specialists are devoted to the care of the retina and the vitreous, the "back of the eye" components essential to clear vision. At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Eye Institute, we begin our patient relationship with a consultation and thorough eye examination, which may include further testing to allow our doctors to detect diseases at very early stages, and to monitor how diseases improve or progress over time. We continue that relationship by developing a treatment plan that is unique for each patient and providing comprehensive follow-through care for the life of the disorder. At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Eye Institute, our vitreo-retinal specialists use laser surgery, medications, and other state-of-the art treatments and therapies to provide comprehensive, compassionate care for patients dealing with these conditions, as well as retinal detachments or tears, macular holes, retinoblastoma, uveitis, eye cancer, flashes and floaters and retinitis pigmentosa. Our goal is not only to provide the very best care and treatment, but also to work with our patients to address short-term eye health needs while creating an ongoing patient-doctor relationship that will ensure our patients don't miss out on life's most wonderful moments - even the smallest ones. If you, or someone you know, has disorders of the retina and vitreous, contact Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Eye Institute at +233-24-00000
Breast Surgery Breast Enlargement (Augmentation) · Saline implants · Silicone implants · Operating room procedure · Recovery three weeks Breast Lift (Mastopexy) · Removing excess skin (and sometimes breast tissue) to lift, restore shape, and firm the breasts · Operating room procedure · Recovery three weeks Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammoplasty) · Removing excess skin and breast tissue to reduce neck and back pain · Some insurance companies will cover procedure based on your symptoms and the amount of breast tissue removed · Operating room procedure · Recovery two to four weeks Breast Reconstruction · Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Advanced Breast Reconstruction Program · Patients with breast cancer after mastectomy or with partial breast defects · Patients born with small or absent breasts · Patients with breast asymmetry · Most insurance companies will cover breast reconstruction · Operating room procedure · Recovery varies on procedure chosen Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) · Removal of breast tissue by incisions or liposuction · Operating room procedure Recovery varies on procedure chosen
Psychiatry Services The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Institute of Psychiatry offers patients, caregivers and their professional providers access to the latest evidence-based practices and advances in research. The IOP has been named Hospital of the Year by the National Alliance on Mental Health Ghana and West Africa. Adult Services Child & Adolescent Services Geriatric Services Center for Drug & Alcohol Programs (CDAP) Brain Stimulation Services (ECT, TMS, VNS or DBS) National Crime Victims Center Sleep Center Insomnia Clinic Weight Management Center Recreation Therapy Research, Education & Training The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Kings & Queens Medical University College currently ranks ninth in National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding among Departments of Psychiatry, and is home to a number of nationally recognized clinicians, researchers, and programs. Research Basic science. Clinical trials. Translational research. Education & Training Medical students. Residencies and fellowships. Clinical psychology. Continuing education. Patient & Family Information Patient Family Partnership Council Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital established an IOP Patient Family Partnership Council that consists of four family members and four consumers, each having first-hand experience with mental illness and/or addiction, who serve on IOP Patient Satisfaction Team, Admission Criteria Task Force and participate in IOP New Employee Orientation. The group facilitated Crisis Intervention Training for Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Safety & Security staff and a weekly spiritual support group for IOP inpatients. They were featured in the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital , helping to destigmatize mental illness. Our Vision and Mission The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Patient Family Partnership Council seeks to enhance the delivery of patient and family-centered care (see below) through a partnership between patients and families, and doctors and staff. Our vision is to achieve a level of care where patient and family involvement is expected and welcomed by all. The Patient Family Partnership Council will encourage two-way communication between patients and families, and doctors and staff, in an environment of trust and respect. Membership Patients and family members from Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital are eligible to become members of the Council. Members should be committed to building a partnership to understand the needs of the patients and families they represent and to implement programs and policies to address health care challenges within Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Each council member must submit an application and be interviewed. The Council shall strive to create a membership that reflects the diversity of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital patient population in terms of medical diagnoses, geographic areas and cultural diversity. For more information or if you would like to become a member, please contact us Patient & Family-centered Care What is Patient Family Centered Care? Patient and family-centered care is not just about “being nice” or “patient satisfaction”. It is an approach to the planning, delivery and evaluation of health care that is grounded in mutually beneficial partnerships among healthcare providers, patients and families. Patient and family centered care is an approach to healthcare that shapes policies, programs, facility design and day-to-day interactions of staff. What are the core concepts of patient and family centered care? · Respect and dignity: We listen to and honor patient and family perspectives and choices. The expertise, preferences, and culture of each individual and family are valued. · Information Sharing: We communicate and share complete and unbiased information with patients and families in ways that are affirming and useful. Patients and families receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order to effectively participate in care and decision-making. · Participation: Patients and families are encouraged and supported in participating in care and decision-making at the level they choose. · Collaboration: We collaborate with patients and families in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation; in health care facility design; and in professional education, as well as in the delivery of care. Patient and Family Centered Care recognizes that the relationship between patients, families and providers is an essential collaboration. This collaborative approach to care leads to better health outcomes, wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction
Breast Surgery Breast Enlargement (Augmentation) · Saline implants · Silicone implants · Operating room procedure · Recovery three weeks Breast Lift (Mastopexy) · Removing excess skin (and sometimes breast tissue) to lift, restore shape, and firm the breasts · Operating room procedure · Recovery three weeks Breast Reduction (Reduction Mammoplasty) · Removing excess skin and breast tissue to reduce neck and back pain · Some insurance companies will cover procedure based on your symptoms and the amount of breast tissue removed · Operating room procedure · Recovery two to four weeks Breast Reconstruction · Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Advanced Breast Reconstruction Program · Patients with breast cancer after mastectomy or with partial breast defects · Patients born with small or absent breasts · Patients with breast asymmetry · Most insurance companies will cover breast reconstruction · Operating room procedure · Recovery varies on procedure chosen Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) · Removal of breast tissue by incisions or liposuction · Operating room procedure · Recovery varies on procedure chosen
Low and High-Risk Pregnancy Appointments for deliveries at the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Patient Care Services: · Co-management of high-risk pregnancies with Maternal Fetal Medicine physician at our Prenatal Wellness Center at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. · Adolescent pregnancy · Centering · Classes · Genetic counseling · Infectious diseases · Medical complications, such as · Heart disease · High blood pressure · Diabetes or other endocrine disorders · Kidney or gastrointestinal disease · Natural, unmedicated childbirth · Postpartum mood disorders · Preconception counseling · Pregnancy complications, such as · Recurrent preterm labor and delivery · Recurrent pregnancy loss · Premature rupture of membranes · Twins, triplets or more · Abnormal genetic screening tests · Suspected fetal growth restriction · Prenatal nutrition · Prenatal screening and diagnosis · First trimester screening · Second trimester screening · Amniocentesis · Chorionic villus sampling · Fetal cell-free DNA · State of the Art 3-D and 4-D obstetrical ultrasound · Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) Deliveries at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital: · Family Centered Care · Birth Plan · Classes · Baby-Friendly Hospital · Benefits Of Breastfeeding · Labor & Delivery Suites · Preparing for the Hospital Visit · Lactation Clinic
Maxillofacial Prosthodontic Division
Maxillofacial Prosthodontics Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Maxillofacial Prosthodontic Division of the Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery bridges medicine and dentistry together in the collaborative arenas of patient care, research and teaching. The Division’s mission is to be the leader in promoting the highest standards of excellence for patients afflicted with head and neck cancer, trauma, craniofacial defects, sleep disordered breathing disorders, and dental disorders by improving the quality of life and function of patients through patient care, teaching, and discovery of knowledge. The Maxillofacial Prosthodontic Clinic provides the clinical component of the division with an emphasis on maxillofacial prosthetics, oral oncology, implant prosthetics, nasoalveolar molding appliances and sleep apnea appliances. The teaching component of the division includes teaching students in Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital’s College of Medicine, College of Dental Medicine, and College of Health Professions as well as at Clemson University’s Department of Bioengineering. The research component of the clinic – The Center for Functional Outcomes and Reconstructive Biotechnology – is a multidisciplinary center dedicated to the evaluation of the functional recovery of patients treated for head and neck cancer, trauma, and craniofacial defects. The Center’s mission is to improve the quality of life and function of patients afflicted with head and neck cancer, trauma, or craniofacial defects through discovery, application, clinical efficacy, and outcomes research. The Center structure bridges basic scientists with clinical scientists to facilitate the development of innovative technologies in the focus areas of oral function assessment, 3D imaging, biomechanics, tissue surface interfaces, tissue engineering, and gene therapy. Services We Provide Extraoral Prostheses Extraoral prostheses include orbital, nasal, and auricular prostheses. An orbital prosthesis artificially restores the eye, eyelids, and adjacent hard and soft tissues lost as a result of trauma or surgery. Intraoral Prostheses Resection of oral or mouth cancer can result in defects of the tongue, upper jawbone (maxilla), and lower jawbone (mandible). Defects of the tongue are best restored with a free tissue transfer of either the radial forearm, thigh, or scapula. Implant Prostheses Dental implants are used extensively in the rehabilitation of craniofacial disorders such as amelogenesis imperfecta and ectodermal dysplasia. Oral Care for Patients Undergoing Head and Neck Radiation and/or Chemotherapy Radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy may be used in the treatment of head and neck cancers. Nasoalveolar Molding Appliances A nasoalveolar molding (NAM) appliance is a treatment used for unilateral and bilateral cleft palate babies. Sleep Apnea Appliances Sleep-disordered breathing (snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnea) is a serious medical condition with the potential to pose serious health risks since it disrupts normal sleep patterns and can reduce normal blood oxygen levels.
Melanoma Program Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center's Melanoma & Skin Cancer Program is the only one of its kind in Ghana and West Africa. Our program, based on a multidisciplinary team approach, is committed to enhancing the care of melanoma and skin cancer patients. Based on the exceptional care we offer, the program has been designated a Melanoma Center of Excellence(MCE) by the Melanoma Hope Network - one of the first programs in the Ghana to receive this designation. The mission of the Melanoma & Skin Cancer Program is to enhance all facets of melanoma care including: • Optimal patient care through a multidisciplinary approach • Screening and prevention • Patient navigation program • Community and patient education • Clinical and translational research • Why Cancer Center • Cancer Treatment Services o Blood and Lymphatic Cancers o Blood & Bone Marrow Transplants o Brain and Spine Tumors o Breast Cancer o Gamma Knife Center o Gastrointestinal Cancers o Genitourinary Cancers o Gynecological Cancers o Head and Neck Tumor Center o Melanoma and Skin Cancer
Psychiatry Services The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Institute of Psychiatry offers patients, caregivers and their professional providers access to the latest evidence-based practices and advances in research. The IOP has been named Hospital of the Year by the National Alliance on Mental Health Ghana and West Africa. Adult Services Child & Adolescent Services Geriatric Services Center for Drug & Alcohol Programs (CDAP) Brain Stimulation Services (ECT, TMS, VNS or DBS) National Crime Victims Center Sleep Center Insomnia Clinic Weight Management Center Recreation Therapy Research, Education & Training The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Kings & Queens Medical University College currently ranks ninth in National Institutes of Health (NHIS) among Departments of Psychiatry, and is home to a number of nationally recognized clinicians, researchers, and programs. Research Basic science. Clinical trials. Translational research. Education & Training Medical students. Residencies and fellowships. Clinical psychology. Continuing education. Patient & Family Information Patient Family Partnership Council Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital established an IOP Patient Family Partnership Council that consists of four family members and four consumers, each having first-hand experience with mental illness and/or addiction, who serve on IOP Patient Satisfaction Team, Admission Criteria Task Force and participate in IOP New Employee Orientation. The group facilitated Crisis Intervention Training for Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Safety & Security staff and a weekly spiritual support group for IOP inpatients. They were featured in the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital, helping to destigmatize mental illness. Our Vision and Mission The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Patient Family Partnership Council seeks to enhance the delivery of patient and family-centered care (see below) through a partnership between patients and families, and doctors and staff. Our vision is to achieve a level of care where patient and family involvement is expected and welcomed by all. The Patient Family Partnership Council will encourage two-way communication between patients and families, and doctors and staff, in an environment of trust and respect. Membership Patients and family members from Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital are eligible to become members of the Council. Members should be committed to building a partnership to understand the needs of the patients and families they represent and to implement programs and policies to address health care challenges within Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Each council member must submit an application and be interviewed. The Council shall strive to create a membership that reflects the diversity of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital patient population in terms of medical diagnoses, geographic areas and cultural diversity. For more information or if you would like to become a member, please contact us Patient & Family-centered Care What is Patient Family Centered Care? Patient and family-centered care is not just about “being nice” or “patient satisfaction”. It is an approach to the planning, delivery and evaluation of health care that is grounded in mutually beneficial partnerships among healthcare providers, patients and families. Patient and family centered care is an approach to healthcare that shapes policies, programs, facility design and day-to-day interactions of staff. What are the core concepts of patient and family centered care? • Respect and dignity: We listen to and honor patient and family perspectives and choices. The expertise, preferences, and culture of each individual and family are valued. • Information Sharing: We communicate and share complete and unbiased information with patients and families in ways that are affirming and useful. Patients and families receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order to effectively participate in care and decision-making. • Participation: Patients and families are encouraged and supported in participating in care and decision-making at the level they choose. • Collaboration: We collaborate with patients and families in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation; in health care facility design; and in professional education, as well as in the delivery of care. Patient and Family Centered Care recognizes that the relationship between patients, families and providers is an essential collaboration. This collaborative approach to care leads to better health outcomes, wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction
Head And Neck Tumor Center The mission of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Head and Neck Tumor Center is to provide the most comprehensive, advanced and compassionate care to each patient, while pursuing future goals of the control of head and neck cancer through research. Our program is the most comprehensive of its kind in the state, and in fact, few centers in the country are organized to offer this level of multidisciplinary expertise. The Head and Neck Tumor Program prides itself on innovative care for each patient and family member. With a team of more than 30 specialists prepared to provide input into every aspect of the needs of head and neck tumor patients, the program offers the most up-to-date treatment and rehabilitative options. High quality care is enhanced by constant interaction between Head and Neck Tumor Center doctors and researchers. This collaboration benefits all patients, including those with difficult cases. The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Head and Neck Tumor Center encompasses cancers of the: • Skin • Mouth • Thyroid • Throat/Larynx • Pituitary Gland • Saliva Glands • Neck • Other sites in the head and neck region, such as ear, eye and nose, excluding the brain. For information on brain cancer, refer to our Brain & Spine Tumor Program
Movement Disorders Program The Movement Disorders Program offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for a variety of movement disorders including: • Parkinson’s Disease • Dystonia • Essential Tremor • Huntington’s Disease • Tourette’s Syndrome • Ataxia • Restless Leg Syndrome Our multidisciplinary approach includes evaluation by a movement disorders specialist, neuropsychologist, physical and speech therapists, and access to clinical trials. Some of the technologies and treatments used by our team include: • Deep brain stimulation • Botulinum toxin injections • MRI, PET, and DAT-scan imaging Research The Movement Disorder program at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is involved in ongoing research through the Dr Jerryson Gidisu Center for Research on Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders as well as clinical trials designed to find new and better ways to treat patients with Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders. The physicians of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Movement Disorders Program are currently conducting clinical trials on a variety of topics. The Dr Jerryson Gidisu Center for Research on Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders The Dr Jerryson Gidisu center for Research on Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders was formally dedicated with the generous support of this noted philanthropist. Dr Jerryson have been long-standing friends to the Kings & Queens Medical University College and KQTH , in both research and education. They and other supporters of the Movement Disorders Program allow us to progress in the fight against these disabling neurological disorders. As the research branch of the Movement Disorders Program, the mission of the Dr Jerryson Center is to find the causes of Parkinson's disease and related disorders, create new treatments for this disease, and ultimately find a way to detect the illness before symptoms develop and prevent its progression. The Dr Jerryson Gidisu Center enjoys collaborative relationships with many other programs at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital, as well as outside of the institution, locally, nationally and internationally. What are clinical trials? Clinical research studies are special, highly structured programs in which we learn more about Parkinson’s disease and related disorders. Drug trials are designed so that we are able to evaluate new medications to see if they are safe and effective. Each trial or study will have a very specific set of illness characteristics which the patient must meet if they wish to participate (“inclusion” and “exclusion” criteria). These may include medications you have been on, how long you have had your illness, and the state of your health in general. Clinical trial information changes on a daily basis. Many clinical trials accept only a limited number of participants. Further, new trials are added on a routine basis as they are approved by the various institutions involved. Therefore, we suggest you check back often if you are interested in a specific treatment for a specific condition in order to review your options. We currently offer trials for the following conditions: • Early untreated Parkinson’s disease • Early treated Parkinson’s disease • Advanced Parkinson’s disease with wearing off symptom • Cervical dystonia • Huntington’s disease • Freezing of gait with Deep Brain Stimulation • Cognitive impairment in Parkinson’s disease If you are interested in participating in a clinical trial, contact +233-24000000 or email research@kqmuc.edu.gh. For more information on specific clinical trials, you can visit the website. Keywords for Search Studies include: • Parkinson’s disease • Cervical dystonia • Huntington’s disease • exercise Our Team It takes a wide array of medical and surgical specialists to address the multitude of issues associated with movement disorders and the nervous system. The specialists listed below work together to create a coordinated system of care for patients while increasing knowledge about movement disorders and the nervous system through research and education. Movement Disorders Program Director: Deep Brain Stimulation Program Director: Functional & Stereotactic Neurosurgery Program Director: Neurologists: Neuropsychologists: Movement Disorders Nurse: Research Coordinators Movement Disorders Program Staff: This video profiles various Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences physicians and the amazing discoveries being made in areas like epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, brain tumors, depression, stroke and more. Witness for yourself the fascinating strides in care taking place within Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital today
The Multiple Sclerosis Clinic at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital treats patients who have been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) — an inflammatory disease of the central nervous system. The goal of the Multiple Sclerosis Clinic is to help patients reach maximum independence through medication, clinical trials and rehabilitative treatments. A multidisciplinary team helps patients manage symptoms, which can include vision problems, Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital weakness, difficulty with coordination, loss of sensation, and concentration and memory problems. About Multiple Sclerosis Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory disease of the Central Nervous System (CNS). It is also believed to be an autoimmune disease; a disease where the body’s immune system attacks the myelin (see below). It is among the most common neurological diseases causing disability in young adults in Africa, North America and Europe. MS primarily results from the destruction of myelin. The myelin is made by oligodendrocytes (an important cell type of the CNS) and serves to insulate nerve fibers, helping them to conduct electrical impulses more efficiently. • The nerve cells or neurons are the main component of the gray matter. • Each nerve cell has an axon (the nerve fiber) which conducts nerve impulses to and from the brain. The areas where the inflammation and demyelination occur are called plaques. • Plaques may be located in the optic nerves, cerebral hemispheres, brainstem and spinal cord. • Axons (or nerve fibers) are relatively spared in demyelination, compared to the myelin itself. • However recent studies have shown that there is nerve fiber destruction as well as myelin destruction. • The axonal loss is probably an important determinant of permanent, irreversible neurological impairment in MS. • Kings & Queens Teaching Hospitalular dystrophy Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences offers the most advanced treatment and cutting-edge therapies available for patients of all ages with diseases of the nervous system. The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences department is among the top neuroscience departments to receive NHIS funding and the only neuroscience department that places researchers and clinicians at each other’s side in an effort to transform the promise of cutting edge research into the reality of improved human health. At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital you will find one of the nation’s largest teams of top specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, neurovascular intervention, neuroradiation, psychiatry, neurologic nursing and related fields all working together. The department’s commitment to neurologic health takes us far beyond the walls of our medical center. Throughout our state and region, we promote our health goals via clinical outreach, consultation, research networks, public and professional education and a variety of technologies ranging from telemedicine to Internet-based informatics. Read a fact sheet about Neurosciences at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Our Services Brain & Spine Tumor Program Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital’s Brain & Spine Tumor Program is a multidisciplinary collaboration among neurosciences, radiation oncology, neuroimaging, neuropathology and Cancer Center. Comprehensive Epilepsy Center At the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, our team of clinicians and researchers are all working together in leading-edge facilities designed specifically for the needs of the epilepsy patient. Comprehensive Stroke & Cerebrovascular Center With one of the nation's largest teams of top stroke and cerebrovascular specialists supported by a full range of leading-edge technology and facilities, our patients receive care available only at the most elite neuroscience medical centers in the country. Gamma Knife Center The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Gamma Knife Center specializes in the most advanced noninvasive surgery for benign and malignant brain tumors, vascular malformations, functional disorders and other abnormalities of the head and neck. Movement Disorders Program Our multidisciplinary approach to movement disorders includes evaluation by a movement disorders specialist, neuropsychologist, physical and speech therapists, and access to clinical trials. Multiple Sclerosis Clinic The goal of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Multiple Sclerosis Clinic is to help patients reach maximum independence through medication, clinical trials and rehabilitative treatments. Neurohospitalist Program A neurohospitalist is a physician who specializes in the care of patients in the hospital with neurological conditions. It is a growing specialty in the field of medicine. These physicians and their team of residents and support staff have shown to improve efficiency and quality of care. NeuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital Services Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital NeuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital Services addresses the complex diagnostic and support needs of children and adults with all types of nerve-Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital pathology. Neuropsychology Clinical Neuropsychology is a specialty profession that focuses on how behavior and skills are related to brain structures and systems. Neurophysiology Lab Using the latest technology, medical professionals in the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurophysiology Lab work with patients and their physicians to assist in the diagnosis of a wide variety of neurological conditions. Spine Center Our multi-disciplinary team approach to back pain and spine problems utilizes the latest technologies and medical breakthroughs to treat patients from the relatively straightforward evaluation and treatment of common conditions like herniated discs, neck pain, and low back pain to complex management strategies for problems like spinal tumors, scoliosis, and fractures. Sports Neurology The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Sports Neurology Program provides comprehensive assessment and care for athletes with a wide array of neurological conditions. In collaboration with the experts in the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Sports Medicine Program athletes of all ages and expertise are able to benefit from leading experts in sports neurology and sports medicine. Patient Testimonials Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neuroscience patients share their stories in the videos below. Share your experience with us on the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Blog. Our Team Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital has one of the nation's largest teams of top specialists in neurology, neurosurgery, neurovascular intervention, neuroradiation, and neuro-psychiatry. To find the right neurologist or neurosurgeon for you, click on the specialty to find all the doctors in the list. • Neurointerventional Radiology • Neurology • Neurology - Critical Care • Neurology - Neuropsychology • Neurology - Stroke Neurology • Neuroradiology • Neurosurgery Locations In addition, Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences physicians and staff also provide services throughout Ghana and beyond. To request an appointment, call +233-24000000000 Research & Academics Research Research at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences includes basic, translational and investigator initiated clinical studies. Broad research themes include, addiction, aging (Alzhemier's disease), cortical physiology/cognitive disorders (Schizophrenia), demyelinating disorders (Multiple Sclerosis), movement disorders (Parkinson’s disease), neurodegeneration, retinal physiology and stroke. Please use the links below to contact specific neurosciences research programs at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. • Center on Aging • Clinical Trials • Institute for Applied Neurosciences (IAN) • Laboratories • Dr Jerryson Center for Research on Parkinson's Disease and Related Disorders • Neurobiology of Addiction Research Center (NARC) • Neurosciences Institute • Stroke Research and Education Center (SREC) • Stroke Recovery and Research Center (SRRC) • Translational Research Unit (TRU) Academics Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurosciences has established internationally recognized research teams in addiction, aging, movement disorders, neurodegeneration and schizophrenia. In addition, our faculty strongly augment other neuroscience research groups on campus in vision and hearing physiology, spinal cord damage and stroke. This rapid influx of research talent from around the world has created an environment of high positive energy, with scientists who are eager to collaborate with other laboratories and actively mentor pre- and postdoctoral, as well as clinical fellows and residents. Please use the links below to contact specific neurosciences academic programs at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. • Undergraduate - Research Program in Neurosciences • Medical Students Program • PhD and MS in Neurosciences • Neuro-Psychiatry Combined Residency • Neurology Residency • Neurosurgery Residency • Pediatric Neurology Residency • Clinical Neurophysiology Fellowship • Movement Disorders Fellowship • Neurohospitalist Fellowship • Neurointensive Care Fellowship • Vascular Neurology Fellowship • Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology International Research Fellowship • Stroke International Research Fellowship • Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital musculoskeletal Institute Thank you for choosing Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Orthopaedics for your healthcare needs. Our team of highly specialized physicians is dedicated to providing you with personalized and expedient care. Within our site, you will find information on our services and our physicians. If you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment, please give us a call! Our Services Orthopaedics at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital offers specialized care in twelve areas to best diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate our patients. Our physicians are nationally recognized as innovative leaders in their respective fields, and are committed to finding the most efficient and effective way to manage and treat our valued patients. Adult Spine Surgery Specialists at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's Spine Center offer the most advanced techniques and employ the most advanced technology such as motion preserving surgery (artificial joints) for spinal reconstruction. Additionally, we are discovering and promoting better ways of serving our patients through our cutting edge research. Foot and Ankle Surgery The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Foot and Ankle program specializes in treating a variety of injuries, including foot and ankle trauma, vehicular and sports injuries , as well as chronic conditions, such as arthritis and tendonitis. General Orthopaedics Our General Orthopaedics Service offers a wide array of nonoperative treatment options for common Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital musculoskeletal problems, and can help to diagnose and route you to the appropriate specialty service if surgical treatment is required. Hand, Wrist, and Microvascular Surgery The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Hand and Upper Extremity specialists provide advanced surgical options to correct problems of the hand and upper extremities including congenital/pediatric disorders, traumatic injuries and common problems for both adults and pediatrics. Hip and Knee Replacement and Arthritis Our Hip and Knee Replacement and Arthritis Team specializes in both operative and nonoperative treatment of arthritis in the hip or knee, including the state of the art joint replacement procedures. Orthopaedic Oncology The Orthopaedic Oncology Team in conjunction with Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center specializes in the treatment of both benign and malignant Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital musculoskeletal tumors. These include soft tissue tumors and bone tumors. Orthopaedic Trauma Our dedicated team of Orthopaedic Trauma specialists offer comprehensive care of fractures and other Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital musculoskeletal injuries, and also offer treatment options for bone infections. Pediatric Orthopaedics Pediatric Orthopaedics at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital provides comprehensive care of all operative and nonoperative orthopaedic conditions in children and teenagers. Pediatric Spine Surgery The Pediatric Spine Service offers both operative and nonoperative treatment for spinal disorders such as scoliosis. Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Our Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service offers nonoperative treatment of spine problems including injections and medical acupuncture. We also offer rehabilitative therapies for chronic injuries and nerve testing for conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome. Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction, Replacement, and Arthroscopy Our Shoulder and Elbow team specializes in reconstruction, replacement, and arthroscopy for patients of all ages, ranging from young athletes to active seniors. Sports Medicine (including Arthroscopy) The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Sports Medicine team provides state-of-the-art injury prevention, treatment, surgery and rehabilitation for athletes of all ages and skill levels. Our Team of Experts Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Orthopaedics fields a team of nationally renown surgeons who provide specialized care across the entire spectrum of orthopaedic injuries, ranging from basic fractures through complex spinal tumor treatments – and everything in between. Adult Spine Surgery Foot and Ankle Surgery: General Orthopaedics: Hand, Wrist, and Microvascular Surgery Hip and Knee Replacement and Arthritis Orthopaedic Oncology Orthopaedic Trauma Pediatric Orthopaedics Pediatric Spine Surgery Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Shoulder and Elbow Reconstruction, Replacement, and Arthroscopy Sports Medicine (including Arthroscopy)
Patient Care Multidisciplinary Clinics Recruitment in medical oncology has allowed for the continuing expansion of our multidisciplinary clinic offerings. The multidisciplinary setting allows patients with certain malignancies to see all their different physicians (medical oncologist, radiation oncologist, surgeon, et al) in one clinic appointment. Their cases are discussed at tumor board conferences prior to the patients’ appointment so that state-of-the-art patient care can be discussed and treatment plans implemented. This setting allows the medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, pathologists and surgeons to discuss the different cases as a group. This year we opened two multidisciplinary clinics which are also held weekly at Cancer Center: two breast clinics, one thoracic, one neuro-oncology and one head/neck clinic. Kings and Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center The Cancer Center is the largest academic cancer center in Ghana and West Africa. It is the state's only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated cancer center. The cancer center serves a culturally and socio-economically diverse state whose populations experience unique and urgent disparities in cancer incidence and mortality. As the Nation’s foremost cancer treatment and research center, unites more than 150 experts in treatment, research, education, prevention and control, and outreach to address Ghana and West Africa’s significant cancer problem. The center’s resources extend throughout Ghana and West Africa via partnerships with other healthcare organizations ensuring that all patients in the state have access to our innovative and compassionate care. Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Program The Bone Marrow Transplant Program performs autologous, related and unrelated allogenic transplants using full preparative regimens and newer reduced intensity regimens. The BMT program is also a member of the National Marrow Donor program and a member of the IBMTR center. The program participates as a full member in the Oncology Group (OG) and Cancer and Leukemia Group B (CALGB)
