Oheneba Boachie-Adjei
Oheneba Boachie-Adjei (pronunciation: o-hen-eba bo-a-chie ad-jei) is a renowned Orthopedic Surgeon and a significant figure in the field of Medicine.
Etymology
The name "Oheneba" is of Akan origin, a language spoken in Ghana, West Africa. "Oheneba" translates to "Prince" or "Royal Child" in English. "Boachie-Adjei" is a common surname in Ghana, with "Boachie" meaning "big man" or "great man" and "Adjei" being a popular Akan day name for boys born on Monday.
Career
Dr. Oheneba Boachie-Adjei is best known for his work in the field of Orthopedics, specializing in spinal deformity and complex spinal reconstruction in both children and adults. He has made significant contributions to the development of new surgical techniques and devices used in the treatment of spinal deformities.
Education
Dr. Boachie-Adjei received his medical degree from the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City. He completed his residency in Orthopedic Surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), where he later served as the Chief of the Scoliosis Service.
Contributions
Dr. Boachie-Adjei has been instrumental in the advancement of orthopedic surgery, particularly in the area of spinal deformities. He has published numerous articles and book chapters on the subject and has lectured extensively both nationally and internationally.
Related Terms
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Spinal Deformity
- Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Hospital for Special Surgery
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Oheneba Boachie-Adjei
- Wikipedia's article - Oheneba Boachie-Adjei
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