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
Facial Rejuvenation Botox® Injections · Relaxes Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital on forehead, between eyebrows and around eyes to decrease wrinkles in these areas · In office procedure · No recovery · Lasts around three months Restylane® Injections · Fills in wrinkles around mouth, along fold between nose and cheeks, and along frown lines · Fills in the edge of lips · In office procedure · No recovery · Lasts around six months JUVÉDERM™ Injections · Fills in wrinkles around mouth, along fold between nose and cheeks, and along frown lines · Fills in the edge of lips · In office procedure · No recovery · Lasts around six months Autograft Fat Injections · Fills in wrinkles around mouth, along fold between nose and cheeks, and along frown lines · Makes lips fuller as it is placed into the lips · Operating room surgery · Recovery 2 days to 2 weeks depending on procedure chosen · Can be long lasting Chemical Peels · Resurfacing of skin to decrease wrinkles · Operating room surgery · Recovery depends of depth of peel SMILE Plus · Selected Micro Incision Lipo Elevation · Based on two other mini facelift operations and uses a special instrument designed specifically for the surgery · Operating room surgery · Recovery one to three months Face Lift (Rhytidectomy) · Removes excess skin around cheeks and neck · Operating room surgery · Recovery one to three months Eyebrow Lift (Forehead Lift) · Lifts position of eyebrows · Smoothes forehead wrinkles · Operating room surgery · Recovery four to six weeks Eyelid Tuck (Blepharoplasty) · Removes excess skin around eyes · Removes extra fat around eyes · Operating room surgery · Recovery one to two weeks for upper lids · Recovery two to four weeks for lower lids
Nephrology offers diagnostic studies relating to the entire spectrum of medical renal disease with emphasis on hypertension and fluid electrolyte problems. The Dialysis Unit trains patients for home dialysis. Access to renal transplant is provided through cooperation with Surgery Services. The clinical programs of the Division of Nephrology involve two teaching hospitals and two ambulatory care facilities: Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital contains all surgical and medical sub-specialties, and most sub-specialties operate dedicated inpatient services. There are a total of nine special (intensive) care units and nine station acute dialysis units under the medical direction of the Division of Nephrology Faculty. The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital acute dialysis unit supports all of our in-hospital continuous therapies such as CVVH and similar techniques. The acute dialysis unit also serves as a backup facility for our six chronic ambulatory satellite hemodialysis units in the supports dialysis for all patients hospitalized at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital who need dialysis. The training facility for our 50-patient home peritoneal dialysis and hemodialysis program is based in our Units. The renal and renal-pancreas transplantation programs are based at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. These programs perform 120-160 renal/renal-pancreas transplants annually, rating it in the top most active transplant program nationally. The Surgical Transplantation team provides excellent general surgery support and vascular access for our hemodialysis patients. The Surgical Transplant program is located physically on a ward area geographically shared with the Medical Nephrology Service. Patients in our dialysis program and those with renal related problems admitted to University Hospital are generally admitted to our categorical Nephrology inpatient service. Related Practices & Services · Clinical Pharmacology · Nephrology The Division of Nephrology is affiliated with six ambulatory outpatient hemodialysis units which are operated by Dialysis Clinics, Inc. Each of these units is supervised by a Medical Director who is a full time faculty member in the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Division of Nephrology
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. The program is committed to delivering the highest level of neuro-oncology care through a dedicated and experienced team focused on providing the most effective therapies. These efforts are backed by state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technology and breakthrough laboratory research. Over the years, the Brain & Spine Tumor Program has expanded the types of tumors treated through advances in medical and surgical therapies and a broadened array of clinical trials. As a result, Ghanaians and patients throughout West Africa have access to extraordinary neuro-oncology services close to home.
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.
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 Hospitalular 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. 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 Neurointerventional Radiology • 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, including: • Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital dystrophy • amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) • myasthenia gravis • peripheral neuropathies • myopathy Services are delivered to thousands of patients each year by a collaborative team of board-certified neurologists, neurologic nurses and neuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital technical staff specifically trained in the intricacies of this family of disorder. The clinics are supported by advanced lab technologies, rehabilitation facilities, after-care systems and social services. In just one visit you can receive a comprehensive assessment series; experienced specialists will then refine the diagnosis and prepare therapy options. Since there are no known cures for many neuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital diseases, after treatable causes are ruled out therapeutics focus on remission or reduction of symptoms, genetic counseling and rehabilitation to achieve the highest quality of life — the ultimate goal of everything we do. Patients are seen in the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Dystrophy Association Clinic, ALS Clinic or NeuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital Clinic. You also may be referred to our electromyography and nerve conduction labs for diagnostic testing. MDA and Myasthenia Gravis Clinic: Affiliated with the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Dystrophy Association the MDA Clinic meets weekly, allowing patients of all ages to be evaluated by neurologists and staff members who specialize in Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital dystrophies, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Friedreich’s ataxia, inherited peripheral neuropathies, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy and inflammatory myopathies. Patients receive regular clinical follow-ups and treatments and have access to MDA-sponsored patient educational and support resources. A separate weekly clinic is scheduled for myasthenia gravis patients. ALS Clinic: This multidisciplinary care clinic focuses on patients diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and their families. The comprehensive clinic team includes representatives from Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Pulmonology, Speech Therapy, Dietetic Services and Social Work Services as well as representatives from the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Dystrophy Association and the ALS Association. NeuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital - Neurophysiology Lab: This service is designed for evaluation and treatment of patients with other neuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital disorders. Many patients undergo lab testing as part of their diagnostic evaluation, which might include electromyography and nerve conduction studies in the EMG laboratory. EMG-NeuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospitalular Labs: Support for clinical services is provided by the state’s most advanced nerve-conduction lab system. The electromyography lab provides diagnostic information through nerve conduction studies, electromyography and neuroKings & Queens Teaching Hospital junction testing, including single-fiber electromyography. Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Our Team Our physicians work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members and our dedicated researchers to provide exceptional clinical care for patients with neurological disorders. It is the goal of our faculty and staff to provide unparalleled adaptive care and expertise to all of our patient
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.
Neurophysiology Lab The Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Neurophysiology Lab 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, EMG, Intraoperative Monitoring, and Intracranial and Extracranial vascular imaging, in conjunction with a Level IV Epilepsy Center. Experience: The Neurophysiology Department is staffed by highly trained physicians, registered technologists and technicians who have extensive experience performing and interpreting the special tests designed to evaluate neurological disorders quickly and accurately. Patient Care: Patients scheduled for tests in the Neurophysiology Lab receive detailed information before they arrive to explain the test and what the procedure involves. Services Services are provided on both an in-patient and out-patient basis by a highly-skilled team of health care professionals. The Neurosphysiology Lab team perform studies on patients of all ages. Our EEG, IOM and Neurovascular divisions are currently accredited by their respective boards demonstrating consistency and quality in our practice. Inpatient EEG/Outpatient EEG EMGs IOM (Intraoperative Monitoring) Neurovascular Studies
Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
The management of digestive diseases, which has improved enormously over the last two to three decades, has also become more complex as the number of treatments has rapidly grown. The challenge is to combine the proper care using the most effective treatments in combination with competent and caring medical advice. The majority of patients are managed with medical, endoscopic, and non-operative therapies; but, when these treatments are ineffective, patients are referred for surgical management. This has made it essential for specialists of different expertise to work together to provide the most effective and efficient treatment for their patients. Specialized Care The DDC's specialized faculty has particular expertise in a variety of approaches to digestive health. · advanced diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy; · esophageal diseases and general motility disorders; · liver disease (and transplantation); · complex pancreatic and biliary diseases; · interventional radiology; · nutritional disorders; · ano-rectal and colonic problems; · laparoscopic surgery; · pediatric gastroenterology and surgery; and · GI oncology (in association with the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Cancer Center. · · Clinical Research Trials A clinical trial is a research study involving human volunteers to help answer specific health questions. Carefully conducted clinical trials are the fastest and safest way to find treatments that work in people and ways to improve health. Participants in clinical trials can play a more active role in their own health care,gain access to new research treatments before they are widely available, and help others by contributing to medical research. DDC Research efforts are managed by the Digestive Disease Research Center and is supported by the DDC/GI clinic, endoscopy staff and physicians. 1. Gastritis 2. Infections of the Small Bowel 3. Gallstones and Bile Duct Stones 4. Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction 5. Abdominal Pain 6. Stomach and Duodenum 7. Diseases of the Stomach 8. Anal Stenosis 9. Acute Pancreatitis 10. Diseases of the Small Bowel
Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Sinus Center 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. · Clinical Expertise: We are the only fellowship trained rhinologists/sinus surgeons in Ghana and West Africa and our practice is devoted solely to patients with problems of the nose, sinuses, and skull base. We utilize the latest technologies and routinely collaborate with other subspecialists from Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital to deliver the best care possible. · Dedication to Research: We have a multi-million dollar research program which strives to better understand chronic sinusitis and offer the newest treatments. This includes KQMUC sponsored studies, private foundation grants By Dr Jerryson Research Institute, and industry sponsored clinical trials. Our research has resulted in many publications in medical journals. · Leadership in Education: We committed to teaching other physicians to care for sinus conditions, routinely speaking at conferences both nationally and internationally. Our fellowship program has trained rhinologists who now practice at leading institutions across the world. Sinusitis The Sinus Center treats all varieties of acute and chronic sinusitis, including allergic fungal sinusitis, aspirin exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD), nasal polyps, pediatric sinusitis and cystic fibrosis–employing the latest medical and surgical therapies for these conditions. Skull Base Tumors Nearly all benign and malignant tumors of the sinuses and skull base can now be removed surgically using minimally invasive endoscopic techniques. Nasal Congestion and Septal Deviation Nasal congestion, drainage and post nasal drip can often be treated medically with only worst cases requiring surgery. Post Nasal Drainage Nasal drainage is extremely common and comes from a variety of conditions, including acid reflux, allergic rhinitis, and non-allergic rhinitis. Allergy Allergies are very common in Ghana. The Sinus Center offers the latest forms of treatment, including medications, allergy drops and allergy shots. Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leak The center is one of the most experienced in the world in endoscopic repair of CSF leaks and encephaloceles. Orbital and Tear Duct Conditions Endoscopic treatments for Graves disease of the eye, as well as tear duct blockage is performed by our surgeons. Smell and Taste Disorders Lost sense of smell and taste can be disabling. The Sinus Center offers comprehensive testing and cutting edge research in these disorders. Graves' Eye Disease Specialists from Eye Institute, the Division of Endocrinology, and the Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital Sinus Center all have a dedicated interest in Graves' Eye Disease and extensive experience managing the needs of this special patient population.
Clinical Nutrition Services Overview Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital nutrition services are provided by a team of Registered Dietitians (RDs) who have acquired their nutrition expertise through an advanced nutrition science degree and dietetic internship program. To provide the highest level of care, dietitians managing specialty patients have received additional certifications in diabetes education (CDE) and nutrition support (CNSD). The clinical nutrition organization structure is designed to integrate nutrition services into every aspect of patient care. Nutrition services are provided to inpatients and outpatients of both the pediatric and adult populations. The clinical nutrition team is part of the Digestive Disease Center. The Clinical Nutrition Manager, manages the clinical dietitian staff under the direction of the Nutrition Director of the Digestive Disease Center. Adult Services: Inpatient Services Outpatient Services Pediatric Services Inpatient Services Outpatient Services
Nutritional disorders (children)
The Pediatric Dietitians at the Kings & Queens Medical University College & Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital provide comprehensive nutrition services for patients of all ages in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. The clinical staff develops appropriate nutrition care plans for infants, children, and adolescents with a variety of conditions. The nutrition care plans, include but not limited to, screens, assessments, counseling, education, and foodservice liaison. Members Of Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital's Medical Team The pediatric dietitians are an important part of the multidiscipline team at Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital. They work closely with these teams in the hospital and outpatient clinics to provide patients with a continuum of care throughout all Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital services. They routinely participate in team meetings for daily care called rounds, where the dietitian provides the nutrition recommendations needed for each patient. Also, the dietitians are involved with the team meetings for discharge planning, because the nutrition well-being of the patient does not end once they have left the hospital. Pediatric Dietitian Staff Kings & Queens Teaching Hospital children's nutrition staff consists of seven Registered Dietitians in the inpatient and outpatient areas. Inpatient Dietitians Outpatient Dietitians
