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 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 Children Department is one of the top children’s hospitals in Ghana. 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 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. 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. For more information on our work in the areas of education and research, please visit our Education website
Plastic Surgery Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's Plastic Surgery Center offers the region's largest variety of surgical and non-surgical procedures. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons specialize in the latest techniques requiring the most advanced skill sets. From minor procedures, such as laser therapy and liposculpture, to advanced reconstructive procedures, including microsurgery, our patients have access to expertise and focused care. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons are highly proficient in a comprehensive array of cosmetic procedures. Patients also enjoy the benefits of building relationships with the same surgeons over time and having all of their cosmetic needs met in one location. Why Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital? Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital’s Plastic Surgery Division is extraordinary in many ways: · Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons participate in ongoing research programs to expand the depth of plastic surgery knowledge throughout the nation and continually improve techniques. · Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital has the only plastic surgery residency program in the Ghana and West Africa. · Plastic Surgery Resident Education insures the latest treatments and techniques. · Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons treat adult and pediatric patients. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons are experts in innovative microsurgery techniques, such as DIEP, a new type of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital -sparing breast reconstruction. These advanced reconstruction techniques require a high level of skill, using the patient’s own tissue to create “flaps.” The flaps consist of skin, Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital or bone with accompanying blood vessels to nourish the reconstructed area of the body. Flaps can be taken from several areas of the body, including the lower abdomen. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital plastic surgeons rely on their extensive knowledge of vascular anatomy to prepare the flaps for use in surgery. Also, the distinguished plastic surgeons with the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Advanced Migraine Surgery Program have helped to pioneer and refine the revolutionary surgical techniques that are used to effectively treat migraine headaches. Our doctors and surgeons have the specific expertise required to surgically treat migraine headaches. As a result of their unique ability to utilize their well-known talents and expertise in plastic surgery, nerve surgery, facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, and microsurgery, they are the ideal surgeons to provide you with the long-term relief from your migraine headaches. In addition to knowledge, being experienced in such complex operations requires delicate technique. These abilities enhance Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons’ overall skills, enabling them to excel in all types of cosmetic surgery, including cosmetic surgery on the face, arms, legs and trunk. Our Procedures Facial Rejuvenation Includes nonsurgical procedures such as Botox® injections; minor procedures such as SMILE Plus and standard surgeries such as Facelift, Eyelid Tuck, and Eyebrow Lift. Facial Surgery Nose Reshaping (Rhinoplasty), Ear Pinning (Otoplasty), Skin Cancer Resection and Reconstruction, and Facial Fracture Repair. Migraine Surgery Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital offers the only multidisciplinary migraine surgery program in Ghana. Breast Surgery Breast Enlargement, Breast Lift, Breast Reduction, Breast Reconstruction after Cancer, and Male Breast Reduction. Body Contouring Surgery Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty), Arm Tuck (Brachioplasty), Thigh Lift, Lower Body Lift, and Liposculpture. Reconstructive Surgery Breast Reconstruction, Head and Neck Cancer Reconstruction, Chest, and Abdominal or Extremity Reconstruction. Pediatric Plastic Surgery Cleft Lip Repair, Cleft Palate Repair, Nasal Reconstruction, and Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty). Hand & Upper Extremity Surgery Congenital Hand Deformities; Carpal Tunnel Syndrome; Dupuytren’s Disease; Trigger Finger; and Repair of Fractures, Tendons and Nerves. Skin Cancer Skin Cancer Excision and Reconstruction. Skin Care Skin Care Products, Laser Tattoo Removal, and Scar Management. Our Team Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's Plastic Surgery Center offers the region's largest variety of surgical and non-surgical procedures. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Plastic Surgeons specialize in the latest techniques requiring the most advanced skill sets.
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 high 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 and helping to destigmatize mental illness.
Our Shoulder and Elbow team specializes in reconstruction, replacement, and arthroscopy for patients of all ages, ranging from young athletes to active seniors.
Sr. Arrhythmia Treatment Center at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Arrhythmia Treatment Center provides comprehensive clinical, research and education programs to treat the growing incidence of cardiac arrhythmia, which is among the top reasons for hospitalizations in Ghana and West Africa . Because arrhythmia risk increases dramatically with age and obesity, it is becoming an increasingly pervasive problem as Baby Boomers continue to reach senior status and gain weight. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital has long been recognized as a Ghana and West Africa heart center for cardiac arrhythmia treatment. About 10 percent of our cardiac electrophysiology patients come from outside of Ghana and West Africa. The most common form of sustained arrhythmia — atrial fibrillation — already has been diagnosed in 3 million Africans and that number is increasing at a rate of about 1Million new cases per year. If current trends continue, 35 million of Africans will have atrial fibrillation by 2030. The Arrhythmia Center at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is the first arrhythmia center in Ghana and West Africa. Long recognized nationally and internationally for its clinical expertise in treating atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmia treatment methods, the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Heart and Vascular Center is a pioneer in electrophysiology and atrial fibrillation ablation. Services Located in one of the most technologically advanced heart hospitals in the Ghana, the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Arrhythmia Center has state-of-the-art EP labs that provide electro-anatomic mapping systems, intra-cardiac echocardiography, invasive hemodynamic monitoring and support, Heart and cardiopulmonary bypass for complex ablation procedures. Intra-operative ablations are performed in the cardiac operating rooms, where physicians are pioneering robotic and minimally invasive approaches to non-pharmacological management of arrhythmias. Among the most exciting treatments at the Arrhythmia Center are the catheter ablation procedure for treating atrial fibrillation in the upper chambers of heart and ventricular ablation to treat complex arrhythmias in the lower chambers. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital also continues to be a leader in cardiac electrophysiology and studies of new technologies for defibrillators for the treatment of arrhythmias. These devices are used to treat cardiac arrhythmias in the bottom parts of the heart, which can be more immediately life threatening. Another area of cardiac electrophysiology involves the use of pacemakers to treat congestive heart failure. All patients referred for evaluation of cardiac arrhythmias receive: · Initial appointment including complete medical evaluation by one of our EP cardiologists · State-of-the-art diagnostics · Personalized treatment plan and arrhythmia education · Timely updates to referring physicians · Definitive therapy that may include interventional procedures, ablation or medicinal treatment · Multidisciplinary team care from dedicated and experienced physicians, nurses, anesthesiologists, patient coordinators, clinical pharmacists, social workers and financial counselors · Dedicated clinical and research teams Facility/Technology · Seven catheterization and EP rooms, including 4 state-of-the-art EP labs with stereotactic and rotational angiographic systems, and one non-invasive room · Dedicated cardiac operating rooms and a hybrid interventional OR Interventional radiology facilities · Nationally accredited chest pain center · Outpatient clinics · 10-bed cardiac care unit, 11-bed cardiothoracic surgery unit, dedicated wards (all private rooms)
Patient Care The number of visits to our Emergency Department continues to grow at an astounding rate. Our Emergency Medicine faculty provide continuous coverage of both the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Emergency Department as well as the Chest Pain Center. The volumes in the adult ED alone are now over 30,000 per year. We have responded by increasing coverage and now have as many as four licensed providers working simultaneously during peak hours. This is not counting our resident physicians or medical students who while supervised increase patient care even further. As always we are practicing with the most state-of-the-art equipment available as well as highly advanced specialists in every field of medicine. Unlike non-teaching facilities we are able to provide a specialist in virtually any field to the bedside 24/7, every day of the year. We have worked cooperatively with our expert Trauma Surgeons for many years and have an extremely efficient unit for treating trauma. We have bedside ultrasound and a high-speed 128-slice CT scanner physically located in the ED – scans are fast and highly accurate. Our goal which is met in the vast majority of traumas is a disposition on any patient within 20 minutes of arrival. In the same cooperative model established with Surgery, we have worked additionally with our Cardiology and Neurology colleagues and established incredibly fast response times for our acute chest pain and stroke patients. We established a special heart attack or STEMI alert with Cardiology and cath lab personnel and working. Our goal is to have this happen under 90 minutes and we have been successful more than 90% of the time since the rapid-response process was initiated. Couple this with our expert Cardiologists (we train those practicing at other facilities), our heart care is second to none. Similarly working with Neurology and Neurosurgery, we developed a “Brain Attack Team” which has it’s goal of a team of specialists at the bedside in 15 minutes or less in response to a possible stroke or bleeding in the brain. Combined with unparalleled expertise in both Neuroradiology and Interventional Neuroradiology we offer the absolute best care available for potentially catastrophic neurologic events. In addressing every day patients with the most intricate and exotic medical problems, and by constantly interacting with multiple highly advanced specialists and leaders in their field, the staff of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital’s Emergency Department carries a level of experience and knowledge that can’t be found elsewhere in Ghana and West Africa. Add to this our unique diagnostic capabilities and specialists, and you have the best Emergency care available in the area.
Division Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Our Division is firmly committed to excellence in clinical care, education and research. Clinical care With a team of nationally-renowned faculty, the division offers a wide range of clinical services including general and specialized ambulatory clinics, in-patient pulmonary consultation, interventional bronchoscopy and critical care services. In addition, it provides multi-disciplinary comprehensive clinical-research centers related to interstitial lung diseases, sarcoidosis, rare lung diseases, atypical mycobacterial diseases, cystic fibrosis, lung transplantation, and the evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, among many others. . The Division has been listed regularly in the top hospitals in Ghana and West Africa and takes great pride in providing outstanding clinical care to all of our patients. Education A major focus of the division is training the next generation of leaders in pulmonary medicine. Our 3-year Fellowship Program provides outstanding clinical training leading to Board eligibility in both Pulmonary Medicine and Critical Care Medicine. We also provide training and mentoring in laboratory- and patient-based research to Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine Fellows. The fellowship program offers customizable schedules to train physician-scientists and clinician educators. The Division plays an integral role in the education of medical students and house staff at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. Research The investigative programs of the Division seek to increase our understanding of lung biology and disease, and utilize state of the art approaches ranging from molecular biology to clinical trials. We constantly strive to translate discoveries made at the bench into practices that will benefit patients. Major research interests include lung injury and repair, fibrotic lung disorders, lung cancer, cystic fibrosis and health services research. Our clinical research programs participate in a number of national and international research networks including the NHIS-funded "Genomic Research in Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and Sarcoidosis (GRADS) Study", and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's Therapeutics Development.
Diabetes, Endocrinology & Medical Genetics The Endocrinology, Diabetes and Medical Genetics program at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital diagnoses and treats patients with problems related to: · Diabetes mellitus · Graves' Eye Disease · Hypoglycemia · Thyroid disorders · Calcium-phosphorous metabolism · Osteoporosis · Pituitary-adrenal-gonadal disorders Complete diabetic education courses are offered. Nurses and nutritionists are integral components of this program. This program and the related practices and services provide staff and facilities for sophisticated evaluation and treatment of metabolic and endocrine disorders, including the following: · High cholesterol and other lipid disorders · Diabetes and the complications of diabetes · Osteoporosis and other bone diseases · Genetic diseases affecting metabolism or sexual development · Radioactive therapy for hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer · Thyroid problems · Obesity · Diseases affecting any of the body's hormone glands such as the pituitary, gonads, adrenal glands · Endocrine Surgery Endocrine surgery is a subspecialty of general surgery which is dedicated to the treatment of benign and malignant thyroid surgical diseases, hyperparathyroidism, benign and malignant adrenal tumors as well as functioning tumors of the pancreas. Patients with the disease processes described below would benefit from an evaluation performed by a specialized endocrine surgeon: · thyroid nodules · thyroid cancers · benign goiters, intrathoracic goiters · familial endocrine diseases such as multiple endocrine neoplasia and familial hyperparathyroidism · hyperparathyroidism which is caused by the increased secretion of PTH which is produced by the parathyroid glands leading to elevated calcium levels, bone pain, osteoporosis, kidney stones and fatigue · parathyroid cancer · functioning or nonfunctioning adrenal tumors · functioning pancreatic tumors Our endocrine surgery service offers: · minimally invasive parathyroidectomy with the guidance of real-time intraoperative PTH measurements · mini-incision thyroidectomies with the use of small incisions and nerve monitoring to prevent nerve injury and voice change after the procedure · laparoscopic and open adrenalectomies · ultrasonography as part of the physical examination and as a guide for procedures that might be needed during the initial visit. At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center patients are seen at the Endocrine Tumor Clinic where a multidisciplinary team is involved in the care of patients with thyroid cancers coordinating their treatment between endocrinology, endocrine surgery and nuclear medicine.
Diabetes, Endocrinology & Medical Genetics The Endocrinology, Diabetes and Medical Genetics program at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital diagnoses and treats patients with problems related to: · Diabetes mellitus · Graves' Eye Disease · Hypoglycemia · Thyroid disorders · Calcium-phosphorous metabolism · Osteoporosis · Pituitary-adrenal-gonadal disorders Complete diabetic education courses are offered. Nurses and nutritionists are integral components of this program. This program and the related practices and services provide staff and facilities for sophisticated evaluation and treatment of metabolic and endocrine disorders, including the following: · High cholesterol and other lipid disorders · Diabetes and the complications of diabetes · Osteoporosis and other bone diseases · Genetic diseases affecting metabolism or sexual development · Radioactive therapy for hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer · Thyroid problems · Obesity · Diseases affecting any of the body's hormone glands such as the pituitary, gonads, adrenal glands Endocrine Surgery Endocrine surgery is a subspecialty of general surgery which is dedicated to the treatment of benign and malignant thyroid surgical diseases, hyperparathyroidism, benign and malignant adrenal tumors as well as functioning tumors of the pancreas. Patients with the disease processes described below would benefit from an evaluation performed by a specialized endocrine surgeon: · thyroid nodules · thyroid cancers · benign goiters, intrathoracic goiters · familial endocrine diseases such as multiple endocrine neoplasia and familial hyperparathyroidism · hyperparathyroidism which is caused by the increased secretion of PTH which is produced by the parathyroid glands leading to elevated calcium levels, bone pain, osteoporosis, kidney stones and fatigue · parathyroid cancer · functioning or nonfunctioning adrenal tumors · functioning pancreatic tumors Our endocrine surgery service offers: · minimally invasive parathyroidectomy with the guidance of real-time intraoperative PTH measurements · mini-incision thyroidectomies with the use of small incisions and nerve monitoring to prevent nerve injury and voice change after the procedure · laparoscopic and open adrenalectomies · ultrasonography as part of the physical examination and as a guide for procedures that might be needed during the initial visit. At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center patients are seen at the Endocrine Tumor Clinic where a multidisciplinary team is involved in the care of patients with thyroid cancers coordinating their treatment between endocrinology, endocrine surgery and nuclear medicine.
Interventional Radiology Services Procedures and Treatments 64 Slice CT Scan Abdominal Angiogram Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair Angioplasty and Vascular Stenting Angioplasty Aortic Stent Graft Atherectomy Balloon Angioplasty Cardiac Scoring Carotid Endarterectomy/Carotid Angioplasty with Stenting Central Venous Access Catheters (CVAC) and Gastrostomy (Feeding) Tubes Chemoembolization Computed Tomography (CT) Coronary Artery Disease and Interventional Radiology Endovenous Ablation of Varicose Veins Image Guided Needle Biopsy Radiofrequency Ablation Transjugular Intrahepatic Portosystemic Shunt (TIPS) Uterine Artery Embolization Vertebroplasty Conditions Treated Carotid Artery Disease Deep Vein Thrombosis Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telanglectasia – HHT Infertility: Female Infertility: Blockage of the Fallopian Tube Male Infertility: Treatment for Varicoceles Liver Disease and Portal Hypertension Pelvic Pain (Chronic) Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) / Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Renal Arteriography Stroke Thrombosis Uterine Fibroids Varicose Veins Cancer Treated with Interventional Radiology Bone Breast Kidney Liver Lung
Comprehensive Epilepsy Center The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Comprehensive Epilepsy Center offers advanced diagnostics, multidisciplinary planning and a full spectrum of medical and surgical therapies. Our team of clinicians and researchers are all working together in leading-edge facilities designed specifically for the needs of the epilepsy patient. Our Comprehensive Epilepsy Center, has been designated a Level 4 Epilepsy Center which is the highest designation given by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers. This NAEC accreditation recognizes extensive expertise and truly comprehensive care in the medical, surgical, social and psychological management of epilepsy. The overall treatment goal is to eliminate epilepsy in each patient’s life, often removing a barrier that has compromised every aspect of living for years. Dedicated epilepsy nursing and social work help ensure excellent case management and compliance, as well as a smooth transition to life-after-epilepsy. In-patient services: Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's eight-bed epilepsy inpatient unit offers the latest digital monitoring and video capabilities to quickly and efficiently develop a definitive diagnosis for patients who do not respond to first-line therapies. Seizure activity is captured and evaluated in a fraction of the time required in non-dedicated environments. Out-patient Services: Patients are evaluated and provided a continuum of care by our multi-disciplinary team through our out-patient facilities. New Onset Clinic: The New Onset Seizure clinic at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital targets prompt diagnosis of seizures. Early diagnosis is essential because it enables the correct treatment. Neurophysiology Lab: The Neurophysiology Lab at the Kings & Queens Medical University College offers patients comprehensive diagnostic testing in a comfortable atmosphere for both in-patient and out-patient services. Using the latest technology, medical professionals in the Neurophysiology Lab work with patients and their physicians to assist in the diagnosis of a wide variety of neurological conditions. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is currently the only medical center in the Ghana with the complete combination of accredited labs in EEG, Intraoperative Monitoring, and Intracranial and Extracranial vascular imaging, in conjunction with a level IV epilepsy center. Our Team The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Comprehensive Epilepsy Center brings together medical and surgical specialists who have devoted their careers to the management of epilepsy. Patient care is supported by a wide variety of specialists from the fields of neurology, neurosurgery, neurophysiology, nursing, radiology, psychiatry, speech and language pathology, social work and research. Research Cutting-edge work includes grant-funded studies, collaborative partnerships and industry-sponsored clinical trials, all aimed at finding causes and cures. From a triple-phase assessment process with leading-edge technology to breakthrough medical and surgical treatments, the Comprehensive Epilepsy Program is poised to deliver improved outcomes for patients, physicians and families experiencing epilepsy. Epilepsy specific research currently in progress includes: Pediatric Epilepsy and Behavioral Medicine Lab
Gastrointestinal Cancer Program Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center is a national leader in the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal malignancies, which include cancers of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, liver, biliary tree, colon and rectum. The center works in close collaboration with the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Digestive Disease Center, rated highly for many years for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. Ghana and West Africa has the nation’s highest death rate from esophageal cancer and highest death rate for colorectal cancer, according to the National Cancer Institute.. Fortunately, our research and clinical trials for gastrointestinal cancers, paired with recent advances in screening, diagnostics and treatment are helping to reverse these trends and replace them with hope for the future. Multispecialty clinics staffed by medical, surgical and radiation oncologists, as well as gastroenterologists, are held for newly diagnosed patients. Complex cases are discussed by the appropriate specialists at weekly GI tumor board meetings. Even if patients aren’t seen by these doctors they get the advantage of their experience. At Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center, our Gastrointestinal Cancer Program focuses on: · Colorectal Cancer (colon cancer & rectal cancer) · Liver Cancer · Pancreatic Cancer · Pancrease Surgery Program of Excellence · Stomach Cancer · Esophageal Cancer Find a colorectal, pancreatic, stomach, esophageal at KQTH liver center specialist today. · Institute for Voice & Swallowing 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. Because voice, swallowing, and respiratory disorders often occur together, the Institute offers maximized care by collaborating with a range of specialists. What makes us different is we integrate the evaluation and treatment of voice and swallowing under one roof. Given the inter-relationship of voice and swallowing, it is critical to attend to both functions. As a division of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, the Institute brings together a wealth of resources and expertise. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital physicians and staff provide state-of-the-art care for adults and children presenting a wide variety of disorders. In addition to providing patient care, the Institute is committed to building public awareness of voice and swallowing disorders through teaching and education. Clinical research is another vital component of the Institute. Research efforts cover a broad scope, including the study of laryngeal dynamics during coordinated respiration and swallowing, and the effects of esophageal dysfunction on the larynx. Patients can be referred to any member of the Institute for comprehensive evaluation and care. Or, referring physicians may prefer to partner in the care of patients. Each patient receives a complete evaluation and individualized treatment program from each of the specialists consulted. The program includes collaborative management between the otolaryngologist and speech-language pathologist. The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Mission The establishment of the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Institute for Voice and Swallowing was made possible through the generous support. We was committed to furthering quality health care research, particularly related to pulmonary disease. We are committed to: · Providing the highest quality, most seamless patient care. · Professional training of highly competent clinicians through academic preparation, mentoring, and continuing education of speech-language pathologists, medical students, residents, and junior faculty. Clinical research and dissemination of findings at a national and international level.
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 campus below. Cataract Surgery/Advanced Technology of Lens Implants Cornea Services Corneal Cross Linking for Keratoconus General Eye Care/Contact Lenses Glaucoma Services 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 Appointment Scheduling · For Lasik or Cosmetic surgery information, call +233-24000000 · For Cataracts and other eye care related information, call +233-2400000 · 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.
Plastic Surgery It's one of life's ironies - those who laugh and smile the most are sometimes the first to develop wrinkles and bags around the eyes. Not to mention the damaging effects of sun exposure, late nights working in front of a computer, or simple heredity. The good news is that lines around the eyes, along with drooping or sagging skin, can be corrected with remarkable results. Eye Institute at the Kings & Queens Medical University College offers both medically necessary and elective cosmetic procedures such as wrinkle reduction, eyelifts, reconstructive surgery, Botox treatments, and skin care that can make you look and feel your best. Our eye specialist offers a level of service distinctly different from traditional plastic surgeons and respects and honors each patient's need for privacy, expertise and quality of treatment. Derived from the Greek word plastikos, the term plastic surgery means "to change." Whether you simply want to freshen your appearance and enhance your self-image, or have a medical emergency and require eyelid repair and tissue replacement, Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Eye Institute can facilitate change for patients by combining the latest plastic surgery techniques with expert training and knowledge in the anatomy and behavior of the eyes. Eye Institute at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital is our patients are our top priority. The patient relationship begins with a thorough eye exam and consultation and ends by answering all questions and discussing various treatment options. We remain focused on you and your eye-related cosmetic needs so that you can focus on more important things - life. If you, or someone you know, is interested in eye-related plastic or cosmetic services, contact Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Eye Institute at +233-240000000.
