OGAR JOEPAUL AKPA
Jumofak Bus Stop,
Ikorodu, Lagos
+234-817-***-****
+234-803-***-****
adjfm0@r.postjobfree.com
Career Summary
More than ten challenging, developing and productive years as paramedical professional with full focus on human fertility as an experienced Embryologist, actively and productively getting the best of result in most of all infertility cases which brings smiles to the face of clients and profits to the organization at large.
Professional approach in handling and preparing of culture media, isolating cultures and micro-manipulating specimen (Oocyte retrieval, Denudation of oocyte, Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI), Grading of embryos, Embryo transfer), cryo-preservation and thawing of oocyte, sperm and embryos for later use, totally bearing in mind client confidentiality and their success stories.
Prior sound medical experiences/knowledge in conducting tests like X-rays, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Electroencephalogram (EEG) and ElectroCardiogram (ECG) and use of all relevant testing devices with quality delivery.
Career Objective
As one of the best hands in my team and still aspiring to be one of the most sort after Embryologist in the human fertility field, having acquired quality skills with successful professional experiences on the job, I desire to add more success stories to fertility cases which definitely will put smiles on faces of challenging families and also bring elevation in the organizational profit values.
Embryology and Other Medical Skills
IVF lab sterile techniques.
Media preparation for IVF & ICSI procedures (with and without oil overlay)
Handling of oocyte under stereo zoom microscope, Oocytes identification, Oocyte grading, oocyte denuding.
Denudation & fertilization assessment, Scoring and grading, early cleave Check, embryo grading, embryo loading & Embryo transfer.
Cryo preservation & Thawing of Embryos
Vitrification of oocyte, Embryos and Blastocyst.
Semen Evaluation
Instruction to clients on semen collection and delivery.
Semen analysis Total count, Motility and Morphology.
Sperm culture test
Sperm 24 hours Survival Test
Semen preparation for Intra cytoplasmic sperm injection (including TESA and PESA sample), Invitro fertilization and intrauterine insemination using Swim up Method and Density Gradient method.
Sperm Cryopreservation, Sperm thawing
Management of Donor Sperm Cryobank & Quality control.
Skills for X-rays, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Electroencephalogram (EEG) and ElectroCardiogram (ECG).
Professional Experience
EKO Fertility Clinic June 2013-Till Date
31 Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Opebi,
Lagos
Clinical Embryologist
Duties
Filling of Embryology and Andrology paper work
Seminal Fluid Analysis and Sperm Preparation
Preparation of Dishes
Oocyte retrieval
Denudation of oocyte
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
Grading of embryos
Embryo transfer
Cryopreservation and thawing of oocytes and embryos
Union Diagnostic & Clinical Service Plc Sept.2008-May2013
5, Eletu Ogabi Street,
Victoria Island, Lagos.
37, Tejuosho Street,
Yaba, Lagos.
X-ray, CT & MRI Operator
Duties
Conducting X-Ray for all patients.
Conducting Computed Tomography test for all patients.
Conducting Magnetic Resonance Imaging test for all patients.
Occasionally performing marketing operation for the organization with the marketing team.
Model International College (NYSC) Feb. 2004-July2008
Zungeru Road
Nomansland, Kano.
Tutor
Duties
Teaching mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Integrated Science.
Glado Computer Science College Jan 2002-Feb 2004
Okuku-yala
Cross River State
Tutor
Duties
Teaching mathematics, Biology, Chemistry
Professional Qualifications
Fellowship in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART)
Academic Details
Fellowship in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and Clinical Embryology 2016
Chennai Fertility Centre & Research Institute
79/129, Nelson Manickam Road
Aminjikarai, Chennai
Tamil Nadu, India.
BSC Human Anatomy 2003
Department of Human Anatomy
University of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria.
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) 1996
Mary Knoll College
Okuku-Yala, Cross River State.
Primary School Leaving Certificate 1990
Airforce Primary School
Victoria Island, Lagos.
Personal Data
Date of Birth 16th October, 1976
Marital Status Married
Gender Male
Nationality Nigerian
State of Origin Cross River
PERSONAL PROFILE
A good communicator with powers in delivering good lectures and seminars.
A decent and humble person with great ability to work in a team.
Excellent oral and writing communication skills.
Highly motivated with great analytical mind.
Trainings
YOUWIN Enterprenuer training small scale business - Federal Govt/Lagos Business School organized (Dec 2011)
Workshop on general precautions, general test and care for HIV/AIDS Patients for medical personnel - Diagnostic and Clinical Service Plc. Delegate (Nov 2008)
In-house training on X-Ray, Computer Tomography, And Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) operation (Apr 2008)
In-house training on Electrocardiogram (ECG) and Electroencephalogram (EEG) operation (Apr 2008).
Workshop/talk show on sickle cell awareness amongst - Medical student in Imo State University, Nasarawa State campus (Sep 2006).
Workshop for nursing mothers in Kano on the Importance of breast feeding to both Mothers and their kids, Infant mortality rate awareness, causes and prevention, Malaria fever, causes, prevention and cure (Jan 2005).
Organized workshop on HIV/AIDS and general health - Awareness program in Kano State sub-urban areas Like Keffi Mayaki, Dalla (Nov 2004).
Organized Seminar on HIV/AIDS in Selected Secondary Schools in Sabon Gari metropolis of Kano State (Jun 2004).
NYSC - Unicef organized peer Health Education on HIV/AIDS program (Feb 2004).
Referees
Mr. Nonso Daniels Mrs. Yusuf Dayo
Chief Embryologist Chief Embryologist
EKO Fertility Clinic Origene Fertility Clinic
Lagos. Lagos