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Rhinoplasty – What you need to Know

Rhinoplasty is often referred to as a “nose job” and is a plastic surgical procedure that is used to reconstruct and correct the form of the nose. This procedure can also restore functions and aesthetically improve the nose. A plastic surgeon, a maxillofacial surgeon, or an ear, nose and throat specialist (otolaryngologist) can create a […]

ECONOMIC IMPACT OF HEARING LOSS IN GHANA

Currently in Ghana the cost of one hearing aid is between Ghc4000 – Ghc 6000 which means if you have Hearing Loss in one ear you are actually looking at the region of GHC 4000. Maintenance ( batteries, regular cleaning schedules, scheduled audiological assessment etc) not included. Now Ghana is a middle income and a […]

Dr. James Danso-Adams – ENT Doctor

Dr. James Danso-Adams – ENT Doctor in Ghana works at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. This is the information we gathered on him from our online searches. Hope it’s helpful.   E.N.T. Dept. Korle Bu Hospital Tel.: 673033/6 Tel. ext.: 6419/6423 and Cathedral Clinic (Mondays & Thursdays 15.00-18.00 hrs.) Tel.: 667957 662790 665158 An ENT […]

Strep Throat Infection in Ghana

Strep throat is an infection caused by group A streptococcus bacteria, and it’s very common among kids and teens. The symptoms of strep throat include fever, stomach pain, and red, swollen tonsils. Only a small portion of sore throats are the result of strep throat. But it’s important to identify this bacterial throat infection for […]

What is Sore or Strep Throat Infection?

Strep throat is an infection caused by group A streptococcus bacteria, and it’s very common among kids and teens. The symptoms of strep throat include fever, stomach pain, and red, swollen tonsils. Only a small portion of sore throats are the result of strep throat. But it’s important to identify this bacterial throat infection for […]

Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) in Ghana

Otorhinolaryngology (ORL) or Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Ghana, is a brand of medicine that specializes in the treatment and diagnoses of the disorder of the neck and the head. The complete name of the specialty is actually otorhinolaryngology, which includes the Greek words for nose, ear, and throat, which are exactly what these doctors […]

ENT Otolaryngology Jobs (ORL) Description

Otolaryngology jobs (ENT) are very hard to come by in Ghana. However there are many professionals in this  field. The professional in this given medical area is referred to as an otolaryngologist. Otolaryngologists generally offer treatments for allergies, voice disorders, sinus problems and neck or head cancers among others. Also included in the subspecialties of […]