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Rutgers Medical University, New Jersey, in collaboration with the Faculty of Family Medicine, Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, and the Society of Family Physicians of Ghana (SOFPOG), organized a two-day introductory course on Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS). The course took place from 23rd to 24th September 2024 at the Simulation Centre at the University of…

10th Anniversary Dinner Dance and Awards Night On Saturday, May 18th, 2024, the 10th Anniversary Dinner Dance was held at the Capital View Hotel in Koforidua. The night was filled with glitz and glamour, celebrating 25 years of achievements in Family Medicine training in Ghana. The event honoured Senior Members who have been instrumental in…

SOFPOG gathered for a heartfelt Thanksgiving Service and the launch of World Family Doctor Day on Sunday The event was a beautiful blend of gratitude and celebration, showcasing our commitment to family medicine. Explore via the link to relive the memorable moments and see the vibrant energy that marked this special occasion. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oZPiBuqzu18DO77AUihT0H19NBcwUpRG?usp=drive_link

Members of SOFPOG visited the Safari Valley Eco resort in Adukrom, Eastern Region for a Health tour during the 10th SOPFOG AGSM. Find below a link to the pictures from the Event. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1g1T6f5iKfaM4j2hkv7b6HOV5OD4gQzND?usp=drive_link

As part of activities commemorating the 10th AGSM, the SOFPOG Scientific Session was held on Friday 17th May 2024 at the Capital View Hotel, Koforidua. It was chaired by Dr (Med) Nii A. Aryeh, Consultant Family Physician and Foundation President of SOFPOG.Various scientific papers were presented and discussions on them were undertaken as well. Find…

I hear that I am becoming notorious for cooking up summaries for SOFPOG AGSMs I feel people are a bit suspicious That a convo* will inadvertently slip into a write up but I didn’t come here to do laborious stuff Or to be malicious I came here to enjoy a luxurious holiday Away from the…

The Society of Family Physicians of Ghana (SOFPOG) is an organization of all Family Physicians and Residents in Ghana, and we are a member of the Worldwide Organization of Family Physicians, WONCA. Family Physician/Family Doctors are trained specialists, who provide comprehensive, continuous, and patient centered health care to undifferentiated patients irrespective of their age, sex,…

As part of the 10th SOFPOG Annual general and Scientific Meeting, A Continuous professional program was held on the 16th of May 2024 at the Capital View Hotel, Koforidua and virtually. Topic was on Emerging Trends in Anti -Coagulation Management in Primary Care. Speakers were Dr Forster Fokuoh, Cardiologist at the Bank Hospital and Dr…

The Society of Family Physicians of Ghana (SOFPOG) as part of her 10th Anniversary undertook a Free Medical and Surgical Outreach in collaboration with the Akyem New Tafo Government Hospital at Akyem Tafo in the Eastern Region. Over 500 people of all ages were screened for various health conditions with some undergoing minor surgical procedures….