MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond

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Welcome to MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, your essential guide to navigating medical exams and the journey to becoming a doctor. Whether you’re a locally trained Ghanaian student or foreign-trained, we cover it all—exam prep strategies, study tips, career advice, and personal experiences. Join us as we interview seasoned doctors and successful students to help you excel in your medical career and ace those MDC exams. Tune in for insightful discussions that go beyond the classroom and into real-world medical practice!

  1. 2d ago

    Beyond Clinical Practice: Leadership, Mental Health & the Future of Medical Regulation

    What does it take to shape healthcare beyond the consulting room? In this episode of the MNEMOS Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Frank Osei Frimpong, psychiatry resident, mental health advocate, and the youngest Board Member in the history of Ghana's Medical and Dental Council (MDC). Dr. Frimpong shares his inspiring journey from medical school leadership to national healthcare regulation, offering valuable insights into the role of the Medical and Dental Council, the future of mental health in Ghana, continuous professional development, and the growing impact of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The conversation also explores the importance of ethical leadership, accountability, patient safety, and why healthcare professionals should look beyond clinical practice to influence policy, governance, and the future of medicine. Whether you're a medical student, junior doctor, or healthcare professional, this episode will challenge you to think bigger about your career and the impact you can make beyond the hospital walls. In this episode, you'll learn: What the Medical and Dental Council really does and why it shouldn't be feared. Dr. Frimpong's journey to becoming the youngest MDC Board Member. The current state of mental healthcare and psychiatry in Ghana. Lessons on professionalism, documentation, and patient safety. How AI is shaping healthcare and what clinicians need to know. Why healthcare professionals should embrace leadership, policy, and lifelong learning. Tune in for an insightful conversation on leadership, regulation, innovation, and the future of healthcare in Ghana and across Africa.

    51 min

  2. Jun 1

    AI, Medicine, and the Future of Healthcare in Africa with Dr. Henry Acquah

    Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming healthcare, education, and the future of work. But what does this mean for medical students, doctors, and healthcare systems in Africa? In this episode of MNEMOS: Med School & Beyond, we sit down with Dr (Med). Henry Acquah, medical doctor, public health physician, computer scientist, AI educator, entrepreneur, and founder of the Henry School of Artificial Intelligence. Dr. Acquah shares his remarkable journey from medicine into computer science and artificial intelligence, revealing how a passion for solving problems led him to build innovative digital health solutions for Africa. We explore the role of AI in healthcare, medical education, clinical decision-making, and the recently launched Ghana AI Strategy 2025–2035. We also discuss the future of medical practice, the skills healthcare professionals need to remain relevant in the AI era, barriers to AI adoption in Ghana, and how students and young doctors can position themselves for success in an increasingly technology-driven world. Beyond technology, Dr. Acquah reflects on entrepreneurship, leadership, resilience, managing multiple career paths, and why healthcare professionals should never be afraid to explore opportunities beyond the traditional clinical route. Whether you're a medical student, doctor, healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or simply curious about the future of AI in Africa, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration. Key topics discussed: • The intersection of medicine, public health, and AI • AI's impact on healthcare and medical education • Ghana's AI Strategy and the future of digital health • Entrepreneurship and innovation in healthcare • Building multidisciplinary careers • Leadership, teamwork, and lifelong learning • Advice for students and early-career professionals navigating the future Tune in and discover how technology, curiosity, and continuous learning are shaping the next generation of healthcare leaders.

    55 min

  3. Apr 30

    Medicine, Leadership & Law: Redefining the Role of the Modern Doctor

    In this episode of MNEMOS: Med School & Beyond, we sit down with Dr. Mohammed Abu Sulemana; medical doctor, President of the Junior Doctors Association of Ghana, mental health advocate, and law student to explore what it truly means to be a doctor beyond the wards. From his journey into medicine shaped by expectations, to his persistence in leadership despite multiple setbacks, Dr. Mohamed shares powerful insights on service, resilience, and growth. We dive into the real challenges junior doctors face today, from workplace bullying and burnout to systemic inefficiencies in Ghana’s healthcare system and the ongoing efforts to address them. This conversation also unpacks the growing intersection between medicine and law, highlighting why documentation, ethics, and advocacy are becoming essential skills for every modern doctor. If you’re a medical student or early-career doctor trying to navigate your path, this episode will challenge how you think about leadership, purpose, and your role in shaping the future of healthcare. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and rethink what it means to practice medicine today.

    1h 1m

  4. Mar 31

    Doing More: Leadership, Medicine & Building Impact Beyond the Bedside

    In this episode of MNEMOS: Med School & Beyond, we sit down with Princess Yaa Benson, medical student, social entrepreneur, and founder who is redefining what it means to be a healthcare professional in training. From transitioning out of respiratory therapy to pursuing medicine, to building a CPR training movement across Ghana, Princess shares how clinical excellence alone isn’t enough to solve systemic healthcare challenges. She dives into leadership, entrepreneurship, research, and the importance of starting early despite doubt, burnout, and limited support. This conversation is a powerful reminder that medicine goes beyond the bedside and that your impact can start now. 🎧 If you're a healthcare student or early-career professional, this episode will challenge you to think bigger, act earlier, and do more.

    58 min

  5. Feb 28

    Beyond the Clinic: Occupational Medicine, Workplace Safety & Career Paths in Ghana

    In this February 2026 episode of MNEMOS: Med School & Beyond, Dr. Richeal Shola Makinde sits down with Dr. Tetteh Odjidja, an Occupational and Public Health Physician based in Tarkwa, Ghana, to unpack a specialty many medical students rarely hear about but one that quietly protects lives, livelihoods, and entire workplaces. From heartbreaking workplace injury stories to real-world cases where a single clinical decision prevents death or disaster, Dr. Odjidja explains what occupational medicine truly involves: risk assessment, ergonomics, safety-critical fitness decisions, rehabilitation, workman’s compensation, and the legal/ethical responsibilities behind every “fit” or “unfit” signature. This conversation also highlights why occupational health in Ghana still has major gaps especially the absence of a national Occupational Health & Safety Bill and what advocacy, policy, and systems change could look like in the next decade. If you’ve ever wondered about alternative medical career paths with strong impact, flexibility, and systems-level relevance this one is for you.

    57 min

  6. Jan 31

    Healthcare Is a Right, Not a Privilege: Mobile Clinics Transforming Rural Ghana

    We’re kicking off 2026 with a powerful conversation on health equity, rural healthcare access, and what it truly takes to bring care to the doorstep of underserved communities. In this episode, we sit with Osei Kwadwo Boateng, Founder and Executive Director of the OKB Hope Foundation, a Ghanaian changemaker whose work is transforming preventive healthcare delivery through the Hope Health Van, a fully equipped mobile medical clinic that provides screening, diagnostics, consultations, medication, and health education in remote parts of Ghana. Osei shares the deeply personal story that shaped his mission, the sacrifices behind building a mission-driven organization from the ground up, and the moment during an early outreach that confirmed this work was urgent—when a community member’s blood pressure was found to be dangerously high, and immediate intervention saved her life. We also explore: Why “access” isn’t enough without reliable access to quality healthcare The realities of staffing and resourcing rural health facilities in Ghana How OKB supports follow-up care for chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes The role of trust, community leadership, and local collaboration in effective community health Osei’s vision to reach 1 million people in the next 3–5 years, and build a scalable model across Africa His newer initiative, One Health, designed to help diaspora families and organizations secure dependable care for loved ones and employees in Ghana A timely episode for anyone passionate about public health, primary care, prevention, community medicine, and systems-level impact. 🎧 Listen, share, and let’s keep the conversation going—because healthcare is a basic right, not a privilege.

    44 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    A Year of Stories, Growth, and Consistency: Dr. Richeal Shola Makinde & Dr. Ekins Kuuzie

    In this final episode of the year, the hosts of the MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond Podcast take a moment to pause, reflect, and look back on an incredible journey. Rather than featuring a guest, this special year-end conversation brings together Dr. Richeal Shola Makinde and Dr. Ekins Kuuzie, founder of MNEMOS, to reflect on what the podcast has become over the past year—its lessons, milestones, challenges, and growth. They revisit standout moments from the year, share personal lessons learned from guests across medicine, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and research, and reflect on how the podcast has reshaped their own perspectives on what it means to practice medicine in today’s world. From starting with zero audience to reaching listeners across more than 30 countries, this episode highlights the power of consistency, starting before you feel ready, and choosing substance over hype. The hosts also express deep gratitude to the guests and listeners who made the journey possible, while offering a glimpse into what’s ahead—new voices, broader perspectives, deeper conversations, and a renewed commitment to expanding the reach and impact of the platform. This episode is a reminder that medicine is more than a career path—it’s a tool, a platform, and a starting point for impact. Whether you’ve listened to every episode or just one, this conversation is for you.

    36 min

  8. 11/30/2025

    Prematurity Awareness: Giving Every Baby a Fighting Chance — With Dr. Abigail Amankwa-Boateng

    In this powerful and eye-opening episode of the MNEMOS: Med School & Beyond podcast, we sit down with Dr. Abigail Amankwa-Boateng, a pediatric resident and passionate advocate for child health, to unpack the realities of premature birth in Ghana and beyond. With warmth, clarity, and clinical insight, Dr. Abigail breaks down what every parent, student, and healthcare worker should know about prematurity — from early warning signs and life-saving NICU practices, to the challenges families face in overcrowded facilities with limited resources. This episode is not just educational — it is deeply moving. Dr. Abigail reminds us that every small milestone of a preterm baby is a victory, and that with the right support, compassion, and clinical care, these tiny fighters can thrive. Whether you’re a medical student, parent, clinician, or advocate, this conversation will leave you informed, inspired, and more committed than ever to championing newborn health. 🎧 Tune in and learn how we can all play a part in improving outcomes for preterm babies.

    46 min
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Welcome to MNEMOS: Med School and Beyond, your essential guide to navigating medical exams and the journey to becoming a doctor. Whether you’re a locally trained Ghanaian student or foreign-trained, we cover it all—exam prep strategies, study tips, career advice, and personal experiences. Join us as we interview seasoned doctors and successful students to help you excel in your medical career and ace those MDC exams. Tune in for insightful discussions that go beyond the classroom and into real-world medical practice!

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  • Creator
    mnemosmed
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    18
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