Women's Care - Services Our nationally and internationally recognized faculty have written textbooks, created science, and trained tomorrow's physicians. Most of our doctors are listed in the Best Doctors in the Ghana and West African Region. Appropriately, our faculty are just as diverse as the women we serve. Family Planning Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology / Incontinence) Fertility Gynecologic Cancer Gynecology Low and High-risk Pregnancy Women's Care Team We meet the health needs of women in the exact moment they're in – whether she's a 13-year-old with questions about her changing body, a 30-year-old professional having her first baby, or a 62-year-old grandmother with recurrent cancer in need of breakthrough research – and every woman in between. Meet our medical care team: • Gynecology and General Obstetrics • Gynecologic Oncology • Infectious Disease • Maternal Fetal Medicine • Nurse Midwifery/Nurse Practitioners • Reproductive Endocrinology Infertility • Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology) Gynecology and General Obstetrics Gynecologic Oncology Infectious Disease (ID) Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) Reproductive Endocrinology Infertility Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology)
Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center Welcome to the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center Are you one of the millions of Ghanaians and Africans who struggle with their weight? If so, The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center can help. In fact, we’ve been helping people in the Ghana to manage their weight. Extra weight is not a character flaw. It's a complex problem that can impair your health and quality of life. Our specialists at The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center understand the complexity of weight loss. A team of psychologists, physicians, dietitians and exercise physiologists work together, Using Their Diverse Knowledge To Help You Reduce Excess Weight. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is an academic medical center so patients benefit from the most current and safe weight management programs, medicines and advances through research. We offer a full range of programs to serve the different needs of different people. However, all of our work with patients includes a strong emphasis on helping them to make the long-term lifestyle changes that are so important for success in the long run. We think of these changes as the ABCD’S of lifestyle change: Activity Changes Exercise is crucial to the long-term success of a weight loss program. The center helps you plan and maintain an exercise program. Behavioral Changes The center helps you examine problematic eating behaviors and finds ways to change them. Cognitive (Thinking) Changes The center helps you change the thought patterns that lead you to overeat or sabotage your own progress. Dietary Changes Successful long-term weight loss should be based on a healthy diet. A registered dietitian helps you form an eating plan you can live with. Support Systems The process of losing weight and growing accustomed to new ways of dealing with food can be difficult. The center provides you with the support you need through group and individual sessions. We hope you’ll find our website helpful. We have included lots of information, so be sure to explore our all our site has to offer. Please don’t hesitate to contact us by web, email, or phone. We look forward to helping you meet the challenge of healthy weight management. Our phone number is +233-24000000
Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Bariatric Surgery Program The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Bariatric Surgery program, which includes experienced mental health professionals, dietitians, nurses and physicians, is dedicated to helping patients safely realize weight loss success. Free Informational Open House at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital If you are interested in learning more about our program, please register to attend our free open house. This event consists of a one-hour seminar held at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital at 4 pm in January, April, July and October. You will have an opportunity to meet our bariatric surgeons and support team, learn about the procedures we perform, ask questions about risks and benefits of surgery and begin the process of qualifying for surgery. Anyone interested in pursuing bariatric surgery at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital must first attend this open house. If it's not possible to attend in person, you may watch an online version of the seminar (see below). All attendees are invited to stay for our free Bariatric Surgery Support Group (5:30 - 7 pm) after the open house concludes. Registration is required. Register online or call +233-24000000 to register. Free Online Seminar If you're unable to attend our open house in person, you may watch the following video about the risks and benefits of bariatric surgery. After viewing the video, please fill out the form below (link is below the video). You will then have the opportunity to print a packet of information to start your evaluation process for bariatric surgery. If you'd prefer, we can print the packet for you and mail it to you. After viewing the video, please complete this form to begin the new patient evaluation process. Our Procedures The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital weight loss surgery program performs two weight loss operations for the treatment of obesity. We also perform revisions of previous procedures for complications or in some cases failure to lose weight or weight regain. The program currently offers the Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass and the Sleeve Gastrectomy. Below is an brief overview of each of these procedures. You may also want to visit our frequently asked questions, Roux en Y Gastric Bypass Roux-en-Y gastric bypass is both restrictive and malabsorbtive. The stomach is stapled and divided to create a small pouch that dramatically restricts portion size and gives the feeling of fullness after just a few bites of food. Sleeve Gastrectomy Sleeve gastrectomy is a restrictive procedure. During this procedure, the surgeon creates a long thin tube (sleeve) out of the stomach. Adolescent Surgery The Adolescent Bariatric Program at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital was created to provide high-quality, comprehensive services to deliver the best outcomes for our youngest weight-loss surgery patients. Non-surgical Options The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center offers a wide range of non-surgical and research programs, for those individuals who decide that bariatric surgery is not for them. We offer programs to serve the different needs of different people. However, all of our work with patients includes a strong emphasis on helping them to make the long-term lifestyle changes that are so important for success in the long run. More information on our Weight Management Center Our Team Most bariatric surgeons and insurance providers recommend and support a team approach to bariatric surgery. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's team approach consists of four components: • surgical • nutritional • psychological • medical This multidisciplinary team evaluates the patient before surgery and provides education and treatment after surgery. This team delivers medical, nutritional, and psychological care, and looks at lifestyle changes following surgery. Learn more about the bariatric surgery program team: • Surgeons • Dietitians • Psychologists • Physician Assistants • Administrative Coordinators Getting Started The first step on your journey to bariatric surgery is to determine if bariatric surgery is right for you. If it is, then there are twelve steps that you need to complete on your journey. If bariatric surgery is not right for you, but you still are determined to lose weight, you can explore some of our non-surgical weight loss options offered by the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Weight Management Center. If you're ready to start the journey, sign up for one of our free information seminars , or watch an online video about the surgery process. Patient Resources Post-Surgery Podcasts Post-Weight Loss Plastic Surgery Classes for Patients Bariatric Support Group Patient Testimonials Insurance & Financing Awards & Distinctions Proud to be a Distinction Center Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's bariatric surgery program has been recognized for its expertise in delivering specialty care. KQTH understand patients deserve peace of mind when making important healthcare decisions with your doctor. That's why they developed the Distinction Centers recognition program to identify facilities with proven expertise in delivering specialty care. They turned to the medical community for input on how to measure facility performance. Evaluation criteria are based on what impacts you and your care the most, including: • The expertise of the medical team; • The number of times the facility has performed the procedure; • The facility's track record for procedure results.
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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 and KQTH currently ranks ninth in National Institutes of Health (NHIS) 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
Low and High-Risk Pregnancy Appointments with deliveries at the Kings & Queens Medical University College & (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 Family Planning Program Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is pleased to outline the Family Planning Program offering comprehensive services within an outpatient and general gynecology office. The doctors of this clinic are board certified Obstetrician Gynecologist with a specialty in Family Planning. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital has offered family planning services for years and now has expanded medical and support staff to facilitate referrals and better serve the community. Services include: Contraception (birth control) Services • Contraceptive consultations for medically or socially complicated patients • IUD insertion and removal including lost IUDs • Implanon insertion and removal • Tubal ligation including the Essure procedure. Family Planning Services • Medical management of miscarriage • Office based uterine evacuation for miscarriage • Surgical or medical pregnancy termination in the first and second trimester for fetal anomalies, fetal demise, or maternal indications Helpful Resources • Interactive website about birth control • Information about birth control methods Questions about birth control and family planning? For patients wishing to schedule an appointment, please call +233-24000000. For physicians wishing to refer a patient, please call the nurse manager at +233-24000000 Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or need further information about our services. We are happy to provide you with materials about our services upon request.
Our Services The specialized therapists of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Occupational and Physical therapy departments provide the highest quality of care in the treatment and prevention of a wide range of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital musloskeletal, neurologic, and metabolic disorders. Learn more about specialty services: Physical Therapy Services Occupational Therapy Services What is an Occupational Therapist? Occupational Therapists are health care providers skilled in the treatment of functional losses caused by neurological, cognitive, developmental or physical impairments. They develop an individual treatment course to improve physical or cognitive function and designed to achieve independence in all aspects of daily living. Who Can Benefit from Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapists work with patients across their lifespan. Infants, children, adolescents, adults and the elderly can all have health care needs that will benefit from Occupational Therapy. People that may benefit from occupational therapy include those who suffer from: · Brain injury or disease · Orthopedic problems or injury · Developmental delay · Physical limitations caused by disease · Work-related injuries · Limitations following a stroke or heart attack · Arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or other serious chronic conditions · Birth injuries, learning problems, or developmental disabilities · Burns, spinal cord injuries, or amputations · Broken bones or other injuries from falls, sports injuries, or accidents Specialized Occupational Therapy programs at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital: · In-patient Occupational Therapy Services · Hand Therapy Services · Neurological Occupational Therapy Services · Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services
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 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 Hospitalular Services Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital NeuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospitalular 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.
Cancer Treatment Services At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center, we're changing what's possible for patients who have all types of cancer. Our multidisciplinary specialty clinics and treatment programs include: • Blood & Lymphatic Cancer Program leukemias, myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS), hodgkins & non-hodgkins lymphoma, myeloma • Blood & Bone Marrow Transplant Program • Brain & Spine Tumor Program • Breast Cancer Program • Breast Reconstruction Program • Gamma Knife Center • Gastrointestinal Cancer Program colorectal, liver, pancreatic, stomach, esophageal • Genitourinary Cancer Program prostate, bladder, kidney, adrenal, penile, testicular • Gynecological Cancer Program cervical, endometrial, ovarian, uterine, vulvar • Head and Neck Tumor Center oral, thyroid, throat/larynx, pituitary • Melanoma and Skin Cancer Program • Pediatric Cancer Program • Sarcoma Cancer Program • Thoracic Cancer Program lung, esophageal, mesothelioma Clinical Trials Every drug that has ever made a difference in cancer treatment was once a part of a clinical trial. The Cancer Center is committed to offering the best treatments available today while searching for even better ones for the future. Ask your doctor if a clinical trial is right for you.
Vision Is Our Mission We seek to advance the science of ophthalmology and meet the eye care needs of the public by committing To Care, To Teach, To Serve, and To Discover. Our Services The Eye Institute at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is committed to providing the public with quality eye health services, including eye surgery. Our eye doctors work to ensure our patients receive the best possible care. Browse the Eye Institute services offered at our Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Cataract Surgery/Advanced Technology of Lens Implants Corneal Cross Linking for Keratoconus General Eye Care/Contact Lenses Graves' Eye Disease Laser Vision Correction (LASIK & PRK) Low Vision Rehabilitation Pediatric Ophthalmology & Pediatric Cataracts Plastic Surgery for the Eyes Retina and Vitreous Services Surgical Correction of Presbyopia and Astigmatism Contact Information and Locations Appointment Scheduling • For Lasik or Cosmetic surgery information, call +233-24000000 • For Cataracts and other eye care related information, call +233-24000000 • New patients may call +233-24000000 • Established patients may call +233-24000000 • Or Request an Appointment Online Representatives are available from 7 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday. Referring physicians, use our online referral form We want to handle your medical questions or problems in a timely manner. Therefore, emergency or urgent medical treatment questions should not be directed for management to the Internet or the doctor's e-mail address. Patients who need emergency/urgent medical care can make appointments by contacting our schedulers.
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, traumatic injuries, and developmental or genetic deformities of the face, mouth, dentition, jaws and neck. Functional, pathologic and cosmetic problems are managed by these physicians. The Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) at the Kings & Queens Medical University College is part of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. The diagnosis and consultative practice is located in the Clinical Sciences Building (CSB) with outpatient surgery performed in the Outpatient Procedures. Inpatient surgery is performed at the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. The surgeons work closely with one another and with other specialists at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital to provide comprehensive care to patients. Our Services Oral and maxillofacial surgeons diagnose and surgically treat diseases, injuries and defects of the oral (teeth and mouth) and maxillofacial (jaws and face) regions. The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons at the Kings & Queens Medical University College & KQTH have extensive training and experience in the diagnosis and management of traumatic facial injuries, perform bone grafting, care for patients with tumors and cysts of the jaws, and provide implant surgery for patients with missing teeth. They also treat impacted teeth, such as “wisdom teeth” (third molars), misaligned jaws, and dental infections of the head and neck. Another significant part of their training is the acquisition of knowledge and skill in pain control methods, including intravenous sedation. Administration of Anesthesia Cleft Lip & Palate Surgery Corrective Jaw Surgery Dental Implant Surgery Head, Neck, and Oral Cancer Obstructive Sleep Apnea TMJ Treatment of Facial Injury Wisdom Teeth Management Request an Appointment New patient? If you need to schedule an appointment call our Health Connection at +233-240000 Or, request an appointment online Established patient? If you need to schedule an appointment, call the department directly at +233-24000. Mailing Address Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Kings & Queens Medical University College Physician needing assistance? Please call , Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's dedicated consultation telephone service, at +233-240000. We will provide you direct, convenient access to the surgeons and services of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Make a Referral Refer a Patient to Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital To refer a patient to Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital physician, please complete the referral form below. Please attach documents as needed. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital representative will contact you within one business day regarding your request.
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 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
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 Orthopedic 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 Orthopedic 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 Orthopedics 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 Orthopedics fields a team of nationally renown surgeons who provide specialized care across the entire spectrum of orthopedic 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 Patient visits continue to increase at each of the locations staffed by clinical faculty members. Nearly 2000 new patients were seen yearly, together with more than 10,000 return patient visits. Patients are seen in specialized clinics in the following locations: Patients are also seen at the various Department of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. A wide range of services is provided, including comprehensive consultative care, infusion therapies and bone density assessments. Service to our pulmonary hypertension patients has been greatly enhanced by the formation of a new, multispecialty Pulmonary Hypertension Center. Because of our focus on research, we can offer patients with scleroderma, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis the opportunity to participate in clinical research. Many of our studies are designed and administered by our own faculty. However, we also participate in large treatment trials designed to test new therapies for diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and scleroderma.
Hip and Knee Replacement and Arthritis Highly trained specialists and staff at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital are dedicated to helping those who experience issues related orthopedics and arthritis live more active lives with less discomfort. Patients of all ages are evaluated and treated with the most innovative technology available at a level of care that can only be found at an academic medical center. Whether exploring non-surgical options or joint replacement, you will have a team to support you in making the choices that will serve you best. Conditions We Treat The Joint Health team provides customized treatment to patients with conditions including: · Osteoarthritis · Rheumatoid arthritis · Psoriatic arthritis · Gout · Fractures · Knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow and other injured joints · Single or multiple painful joints Our Services Our comprehensive services are designed to assist patients in all of their joint health needs including from the first sign of joint pain through total joint replacements. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's joint pain expert team assists patients with: · Understanding how to prevent and minimize joint pain · Managing ongoing conditions such as osteoarthritis · Non-surgical treatments such as injection therapy · Recognizing the role of exercise in joint health · Access to physical and occupational therapy · Minimally invasive procedures and surgeries · Total joint replacement Patients are treated for a variety of conditions including: · Osteoarthritis · Rheumatoid arthritis · Psoriatic arthritis · Gout · Fractures · Knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow and other injured joints · Single or multiple painful joints Patient Resources Are you considering having a knee or hip replacement? Or just want to learn more about arthritis and what you can do to alleviate arthritis pain? Listen to podcasts from Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital experts on bones, joints and Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Read more about join health and joint replacement options in our health library. Recommended online resources from the Joint Health team: · Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Wellness Center · Arthritis Foundation Osteoarthritis What Is It? Inside a joint, a tissue called cartilage cushions the joint and prevents the bones from rubbing against each other. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage of a joint erodes (breaks down). Bones begin to rub against each other, causing pain and difficulty moving the joint. Osteoarthritis also can affect nearby bones, which can become enlarged in places. These enlargements are called bone spurs or osteophytes. Although the term arthritis means joint inflammation, there is relatively little inflammation in the joints of most people with osteoarthritis. For this reason, and because this type of arthritis seems to be caused by age-related wear and tear of the joints. many experts and health care professionals prefer to call it degenerative joint disease. Osteoarthritis can range from mild to severe. The pain associated with osteoarthritis can be significant and it usually is made worse by movement. Osteoarthritis can be limited to one joint or start in one joint — usually the knee, hip, hands, feet or spine — or it can involve a number of joints. If the hand is affected, usually many joints of the fingers become arthritic. Osteoarthritis probably does not have a single cause, and, for most people, no cause can be identified. Age is a leading risk factor, because osteoarthritis usually occurs as people get older. However, research suggests that joints do not always deteriorated as people age. Other factors seem to contribute to osteoarthritis. Sports-related injuries or repeated small injuries caused by repeated movements on the job may increase the risk of developing osteoarthritis. Genetics also plays a role. Obesity seems to increase the risk of developing osteoarthritis of the knees. Other factors that increase the risk of osteoarthritis include: · Repeated episodes of bleeding into the joint, as may occur in hemophilia or other bleeding disorders · Repeated episodes of gout or pseudogout, in which uric acid or calcium crystals in the joint cause episodes of inflammation · Avascular necrosis, a condition in which the blood supply to the bone near the joint is interrupted, leading to bone death and eventually joint damage — The hip is affected most often. · Chronic (long-lasting) inflammation caused by previous rheumatic illness, such as rheumatoid arthritis · Osteoporosis, which can increase the risk of bone fractures, sometimes leading to osteoarthritis if the fracture is near a joint · Metabolic disorders, such as hemochromatosis, in which a genetic abnormality leads to too much iron in the joints and other parts of the body · Joint infection One theory is that some people are born with defective cartilage or slight defects in the way joints fit, and as these people age, they are more likely to have cartilage in the joint break down. Women are affected by osteoarthritis slightly more often than men. Osteoarthritis is one of the most common medical conditions, affecting an estimated 13 million people in the Ghana and Africa. In many people, it goes unrecognized. It is estimated that as many as half of all those who have osteoarthritis do not know that the pain and stiffness they are experiencing are symptoms of osteoarthritis. Symptoms Symptoms of osteoarthritis include: · Joint pain and swelling after activity or in response to a change of weather · Limited flexibility, especially after not moving for a while · Bony lumps at the end of fingers, called Heberden's nodes, or on the middle joints of fingers, called Bouchard's nodes · A grinding sensation when the joint is moved · Numbness or tingling in an arm or leg, which can happen if the arthritis has caused bone changes that are putting pressure on a nerve, for example in the neck or lower back People who have osteoarthritis often complain of a deep ache, centered in the joint. Typically, the pain is aggravated by using the joint and relieved by rest. However, as the disease worsens, the pain becomes more constant. Often, when the pain is significant during the night, it interferes with sleep. Diagnosis Your doctor may ask about osteoarthritis in your parents, because osteoarthritis appears to have a genetic component. He or she will examine you, looking for tenderness, warmth and swelling around the joint or joints. There is no test that confirms the diagnosis. Your doctor may order X-rays, but osteoarthritis only shows up on X-rays in the later stages of the disease. Your health care professional also may order blood tests to look for evidence of another arthritic condition. Expected Duration Osteoarthritis is a long-lasting condition that usually gets worse slowly over time. Prevention There is no reliable way to prevent most cases of osteoarthritis. However, you may be able to control some factors that increase the risk of developing the disease. You can: · Maintain an ideal body weight. · Prevent osteoporosis by getting enough exercise, vitamin D and calcium and possibly by taking medication. · Prevent major accidents and injuries. It may also help to prevent or treating any conditions that might contribute to joint damage, such as gout or infection. Treatment Treatment focuses on managing pain and maintaining the ability to use the joint. An over-the-counter painkiller, such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), can help to ease stiffness and pain. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin and others) or naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn and others) also may help. However, NSAIDs may be unsafe for people at high risk of developing ulcers, including people who have had ulcers in the past and the elderly. For these people, newer medications called cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors, such as celecoxib (Celebrex), may be less irritating to the stomach and intestines. All of these medications should only be taken under the supervision of a physician. Do not combine them with other drugs without consulting your physician. Stomach problems, including ulcers, are the most common side effects of these medications. Other pain medications, such as tramadol (Ultram) or codeine-type medicines, may be prescribed if the other medicines don't work. Alert: Two of the COX-2 inhibitors have been withdrawn from the market — vadecoxib (Bextra) on April 7, 2005 and rofecoxib (Vioxx) in September 2004. In rare instances, when inflammation is significant, your health care professional may remove fluid from the joint and inject the joint with a corticosteroid drug. This is recommended for acute problems with weight-bearing joints, usually the knee. However, these drugs can damage the joint if they are used too much, so your health care professional will use them only when absolutely necessary. A newer treatment that may help is a series of injections of a substance called hyaluronate (brand names Synvisc and Hyalgan). Hyaluronate is a chemical that provides lubrication and nutrition to the joint. Synvisc and Hyalgan are synthesized forms that can be injected weekly for three to five weeks into an osteoarthritic knee. Some studies suggest that these injections help, although others have found no benefit. Studies also suggest that an over-the-counter supplement called glucosamine sulfate is safe and may help people with osteoarthritis in the knees. A study published in 2001 described improvement over three years for patients taking 1,500 milligrams of glucosamine a day compared with a placebo (an inactive pill). Whether joint deterioration can be slowed or stopped by treatment with glucosamine is a matter of debate. Over-the-counter creams containing capsaicin applied to the skin over painful joints also may help. Applying heat or cold can relieve pain temporarily. Your health care professional also can advise you on the use of heating pads, hot baths and ice packs to ease the discomfort. Your health care professional likely will suggest that you engage in certain exercises to reduce stiffness and improve your ability to move the joints. Because extra pounds put pressure on sensitive joints, it is important that you control your weight. In addition, if you have osteoarthritis of the spine, it is important to maintain good posture to distribute weight and pressure evenly throughout the body. In severe cases where deterioration is significant, your health care professional may recommend surgery to correct deformity in a joint or to reconstruct or replace a hip or knee joint. When To Call A Professional Call your doctor if you have joint pain, a grinding sensation in joints or limited joint motion. Prognosis When treated properly, osteoarthritis is rarely crippling. However, it is a long-lasting disease that may require ongoing care and possible changes in treatment over time.
The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital provides unsurpassed patient care and treatment, through our extensive and comprehensive centers and programs. Our Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) physicians, most of whom have subspecialty training, are nationally recognized, and bring that experience and expertise to work everyday to provide our patients with the best possible care. These subspecialties include: · Allergy · Cosmetic Dentistry · Ear Surgery (Otology) · Facial Plastic Surgery · Head & Neck Cancer · Maxillofacial Prosthodontics · Pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat · Sinus Disease (Rhinology) · Swallowing Disorders · Thyroid Surgery · Voice Disorders (Laryngology) Our number one mission of providing excellence in patient care is made possible by access to cutting-edge technology, the ability to rapidly adopt our research developments and those by others in the field, and a strength in the diversity and collaboration between our many subspecialty services offered. By combining cutting-edge technologies with laboratory discoveries, we optimize health and quality of life for our patients. By collaborating with hundreds of other medical specialists at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital, we can truly provide a multidisciplinary approach to certain diseases, which can make the critical difference. Specialties & Conditions The Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital provides unsurpassed patient care and treatment, through our extensive and comprehensive centers and programs. Our Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) physicians, most of whom have subspecialty training, are nationally recognized, and bring that experience and expertise to work everyday to provide our patients with the best possible care. Facial, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (FPRS) The division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital collaborates with many other Ear, Nose & Throat divisions, such as the Head and Neck Cancer Program and the Craniofacial Anomalies Team, to provide excellent, multi-disciplinary approaches to complicated diseases and conditions. Head & Neck Oncology 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. Otology & Neurotology The Otology-Neurotology Division provides comprehensive patient care for all disease and disorders involving the ear and adjacent skull base. Audiology The adult audiology clinic is located within the ENT clinic area. The facility is equipped with three sound-treated test suites, a hearing aid fitting room, cochlear implant programming room, and the vestibular. Maxillofacial Prosthodontics The 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. Rhinology & Sinus Surgery The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Sinus Center is dedicated to excellence, and we are uniquely qualified in all areas of patient care, cutting edge research and education. Pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat The Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery links the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery with Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is one of the top children’s hospitals in the Ghana and West Africa. Laryngology/Voice and Swallowing The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Institute for Voice and Swallowing is the first in Ghana and West Africa to provide a multidisciplinary center for the evaluation, treatment, and a clinical research of laryngeal, voice, and swallowing disorders for adults and children. General Otolaryngology & Allergy Our generalists serve as a vital link between our patients, their referring doctors and other members of our Department. Clinical and Basic Science Research The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the Medical University and KQTH holds as its mission the commitment to improving the quality of life of individuals and families through patient care, teaching, and the discovery of new knowledge. Request an Appointment Education The Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the Medical University holds as its mission the commitment to improving the quality of life of individuals and families through patient care, teaching, and the discovery of new knowledge. We believe that through the exceptional care of patients, the firm dedication to educating future otolaryngologists and the vital performance of research, the department is achieving its mission. 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Facial Surgery Nose Reshaping (Rhinoplasty) · Change appearance of nose · Operating room procedure · Recovery time one to two weeks (reduced swelling may take up to 6 months) Nasal Septal Surgery · Straighten nose and septum to improve breathing · Sometimes performed in conjunction with rhinoplasty · Operating room procedure · Recovery time one to two weeks (reduced swelling may take up to 6 months) Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty) · Reshaping ears to regain folds · Placing ears closer to the scalp to decrease prominence · Operating room procedure · Recovery time one to two weeks Skin Cancer Resection · Excision of all types of skin cancers · Office vs. operating room procedure depending on size of cancer · Recovery time depends on size of cancer Reconstruction after Cancer Excision · Large skin cancers require borrowing of tissue from other areas to close the wounds · Operating room procedure · Recovery time three to six weeks Facial Fracture Repair · Repair of fractures after injury · Operating room procedure · Recovery time depends on type of fracture
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Women's Care - Services Our nationally and internationally recognized faculty have written the textbooks, created the science, and trained tomorrow's physicians. Most of our doctors are listed in the Best Doctors in the Ghana. Appropriately, our faculty are just as diverse as the women we serve. Family Planning Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology / Incontinence) Fertility Gynecologic Cancer Gynecology Low and High-risk Pregnancy Fertility Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital provides fertility services for Women’s Care. The doctors are board certified in reproductive medicine. Our services include: • Infertility consultations • Recurrent pregnancy loss evaluation and treatment • Polycystic ovarian syndrome evaluation and treatment • Premature ovarian failure evaluation and treatment • Uterine abnormality evaluation and treatment • Menopausal therapy • Abnormal hormonal problems of the reproductive system
