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A genius breaking new grounds …the story of Lawrencia Aggrey-Bluwey
In the small town of Kpando Gadza in the Volta Region of Ghana, Ms. Lawrencia Aggrey-Bluwey was born to two Civil Servants; Dr. Francis Aggrey-Bluwey of blessed memory and Supt. Cecilia Aggrey-Bluwey.
She had a “fairly normal childhood” but discovered early in life that she was good at other intellectual activities such as spelling competitions, quizzes, debates, and delivering speeches.
It is, therefore, no wonder that she has climbed the academic ladder and at age 30, she is the youngest person pursuing Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Policy and Management at the University of Ghana Business School.
With quite remarkable experience as a health professional, Lawrencia is currently on the path of influencing health policy as she is focused on training up and coming healthcare professionals.
Speaking to The Spectator, she said “the only way to build a formidable health system is to fully equip the incoming generation of healthcare professionals with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude to function effectively both within and outside the clinical setting.”
Education
Lawrencia obtained aggregate seven when she sat the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in second year at Asuofia D/A Junior High School, Kumasi, in the Ashanti Region.
With this excellent score, she proceeded to Archbishop Porter Girls’ Secondary School (APGSS) at Fijai near Takoradi in the Western Region, where she studied General Science.
Recalling her days at APGSS, she highlighted her active participation in a number of extracurricular activities with debating as her favourite.
As Chief Debater and Assistant School Prefect at the time, she led her school to win second place on the national stage at Ghana at 50 Interschools Debate.
Lawrencia was a member of Ghana’s delegation to the International Junior Science Olympiad in Sao Paulo, Brazil, in 2006 where the team won a Bronze Medal.
Nursing
After successfully passing the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), she gained admission to pursue a Bachelor of Science Degree (Bsc) in Nursing at the University of Ghana Nursing School.
The decision to pursue nursing, according to her, was driven by “the passion to help people in pain and the need to impact the lives of many who need help within the healthcare setting.”
After certification as a Registered General Nurse (RGN), she began her career as a Rotation Nurse at the Achimota Hospital in Accra. She served also at other facilities including the Police Hospital, C&J Medicare Hospital at Sakumono, and the Shai-Osudoku District Hospital at Dodowa, where she spent the greater part of her working years in Clinical Nursing practice.
With about eight years experience as a healthcare professional in the public and private health sectors, Lawrencia aims to “change the narrative of the nursing profession” in the country and to reassure the public that “there are still good nurses in Ghana who can be trusted for their services to God and nation.”
Academia
Lawrencia said she felt “a strong urge” to impact more lives other than being a clinical bedside nurse, hence the decision to upgrade herself academically.
“I have always wanted to help health workers acquire top notch clinical and administrative skills so that they could deliver excellent healthcare and eventually make Ghana’s health system a formidable one,” she noted.
For this reason, she took up and completed Postgraduate Diploma in Education at the University of Education, Winneba in 2015 and went ahead to acquire Master of Philosophy Degree (Mphil) in Health Services Management at the University of Ghana Business School in 2017.
This knowledge and her prior clinical experience, therefore, laid the foundation for her to well establish herself as a professional teacher and health services manageress.
Lawrencia began her tutoring journey at Wisconsin International University College at Haatso, Accra, where she handled Health Management courses at the School of Nursing and supervised both nursing and midwifery students.
She is currently an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Education, Winneba, where she teaches Health Administrators and Educators, and has additional skills in classroom and curriculum management, teaching, supervision, data collection and data analysis.
Interests
As an Academic and Researcher, she has interests in Health Policy (Conventional and Alternative Healthcare), Healthcare Governance, Nursing Advocacy, Sexual and Reproductive Health and Health Education.
She noted that the field of Conventional and Alternative Medicine was still at its infant stage hence the need for government and stakeholders to focus more attention on that sector.
“Health policy for both Conventional and Alternative Medicine is the discipline which sets the foundation for providing the best level of healthcare.
“It is the pillar which gives us the capacity to plan and make solid decisions which are of major importance in protecting the collective welfare of the entire population in our Health System,” she said.
The Lecturer further observed that there were “numerous inconsistencies especially with the implementation stages of our health policies,” in our part of the world hence her passion to “delve into the policy circles and make significant impact.”
Inspiration
Ms Lawrencia Aggrey Bluwey said her inspiration comes from seeing the people around her succeed as well as her quest for excellence in everything she does.
“I am very passionate about challenging the status quo as it has always been my aim to prove to the world that it is very possible to go beyond perceived societal barriers and make a difference in whatever you set to do,” she said.
In spite of the challenges of juggling professional and family roles, she says that it is “important for women to develop their intellectual and professional capacity in order to “improve the society in which we live.”
She insists that social barriers should not limit young girls from achieving their dreams, and that they should identify a mentor, be ready to learn, imbibe the word of God and have the determination to succeed in all endeavours.
By Ernest Nutsugah
In a country like ours in which we are aware of our challenges, all that is required is focusing on strengthening our institutional processes by making them more robust and transparent. In this regard, investment in digitilisation must be prioritised since the human element to cut corners is inherent in the psyche of some people and therefore cannot be trusted to do the right things out of their own volition.
Enforcement of existing laws and regulations must be reviewed to see what is working, which ones have to be tweaked to be able to address current challenges, and those that have become obsolete and must be discarded.
One issue that needs to be given priority attention is remuneration. A former President is alleged to declare that we pretend to pay workers and they also pretend to work. This indeed sums up the quandary facing government after government. Workers’ salaries are crucial in the fight against corruption. A realistic living wage must be given to workers; otherwise, they will seek avenues to address their personal budget deficit.
On day one, what should engage the attention of government is Energy, making it available and affordable. The industrialisation agenda cannot be successfully executed without power that is readily available, reliable, and affordable. Solar energy must be factored in the quest for affordable and reliable power for industry.
The fuel sector issues must be urgently addressed so that it can impact positively on the transportation sector, which plays a key role in the supply of goods and services. The railway infrastructure plan linking places like Boankra Inland Port to prolong the lifespan of our roads and to fast track distribution of goods from the Capital City to the inland areas of the country should be a top priority item.
A well-structured system linking industry to academia must be quickly established to serve as a catalyst towards the industrialisation drive. Research findings from the universities must be channelled to captains of industry in a timely manner. Effective channels of communication should be established to facilitate shorter product-to-market times.
An effective mechanism for fishing out needy but talented children must be established, as well as a sponsorship package for talented individuals who are needed for certain critical areas of the economy — what I term critical investment in education.
Certain changes must be made in the constitution, particularly the appointment of the heads of certain constitutional bodies or institutions. This is to ensure that the Executive arm of government does not wield too much power to ensure accountability and checks and balances really work.
The Attorney General’s Office must be detached from the Executive arm of government. The Nolle Prosequi provision must also be amended to compel the Attorney General to give an explanation of why he or she is declining to prosecute a particular case or discontinue it. The provision that protects sitting Presidents from prosecution must also be reviewed.
The punishment for some of our laws needs a review. We must review the removal of CJ provision to ensure the independence of the Judiciary.
Above all, there must be a mindset of change, i.e., a paradigm shift from inability to capability. Inferiority complex must give way to a pacesetters mentality, and all will be well. God bless.
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The impact of emotional surgery and emotional elysium on neurological and neurosurgical procedures
Abstract
THIS comprehensive review aims to explore the impact of emotional surgery and emotional elysium on neurological and neurosurgical procedures. We examine the scientific literature on these approaches, including their definitions, theoretical frameworks, and applications. Our analysis highlights the potential benefits and risks of these approaches and discusses their implications for practice.
Introduction
Neurological and neurosurgical procedures are complex and delicate, requiring precision and accuracy to achieve optimal outcomes. Emotional surgery and emotional elysium are two innovative approaches that have the potential to enhance the success of these procedures. Emotional surgery involves the use of art and other creative techniques to promote relaxation and reduce stress, while emotional elysium focuses on cultivating positive emotions and promoting emotional well-being.
The Role of Emotional Surgery in Neurological and Neurosurgical Procedures
Emotional surgery has been shown to be effective in reducing anxiety and stress in patients undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures. By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, emotional surgery can help patients prepare for procedures, leading to improved outcomes and faster recovery times.
The Role of Emotional Elysium in Neurological and Neurosurgical Procedures
Emotional elysium has been shown to be effective in promoting emotional balance and resilience in patients undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures. By cultivating positive emotions and promoting emotional well-being, emotional elysium can help patients cope with the stress and trauma associated with these procedures, leading to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life.
Benefits of Emotional Surgery and Emotional Elysium
The benefits of emotional surgery and emotional elysium in neurological and neurosurgical procedures are numerous. These approaches can:
- Reduce anxiety and stress: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium can help patients manage anxiety and stress, leading to improved outcomes and faster recovery times.
- Improve emotional regulation: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium can help patients regulate their emotions, leading to improved mental health and well-being.
- Enhance patient experience: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium can improve the patient experience, leading to increased satisfaction and improved outcomes.
Conclusion
In conclusion, emotional surgery and emotional elysium are two innovative approaches that have the potential to enhance the success of neurological and neurosurgical procedures. By reducing anxiety and stress, promoting emotional balance and resilience, and improving patient experience, these approaches can lead to improved outcomes and enhanced quality of life for patients undergoing these procedures.
Recommendations
- Further research is needed: More research is needed to fully understand the benefits and risks of emotional surgery and emotional elysium in neurological and neurosurgical procedures.
- Integration into practice: Emotional surgery and emotional elysium should be considered for integration into practice, as they may offer a valuable tool in the treatment of a range of neurological and neurosurgical conditions.
By exploring innovative approaches like emotional surgery and emotional elysium, we can improve patient outcomes and enhance the quality of life for individuals undergoing neurological and neurosurgical procedures.
BY ROBERT EKOW GRIMMOND-THOMPSON
