Emma Kyei
Fishersville
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Medicine Resident Physician
Augusta Health
Fishersville
06.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive medical care across inpatient, ICU, and subspecialty rotations with strong emphasis on transitions of care and outpatient follow-up
- Manage complex patients with multiple chronic conditions including hypertension, diabetes, heart failure, COPD, CKD, and autoimmune disease
- Perform thorough admissions, daily management, medication reconciliation, and discharge planning focused on safety and continuity
- Collaborate closely with nursing, pharmacy, case management, and specialty consultants to optimize outcomes and reduce readmissions
- Communicate effectively with outpatient primary care providers to ensure seamless post-discharge care
- Teach and mentor medical students and interns in evidence-based medicine, diagnostic reasoning, and patient-centered care
Primary Care Continuity Clinic
Augusta Health
Fishersville
06.2024 - Current
- Provide longitudinal outpatient care to adult patients across diverse socioeconomic backgrounds
- Manage chronic diseases including hypertension, diabetes mellitus, CKD, COPD, hyperlipidemia, and obesity
- Conduct preventive care visits including annual physicals, cancer screenings, immunizations, and health maintenance counseling
- Utilize motivational interviewing and shared decision-making to improve adherence and lifestyle modification
- Coordinate referrals, medication prior authorizations, and follow-up care
- Perform common outpatient procedures, including: Joint injections, Incision and drainage, Excisional and core biopsies, Suturing, Pap smears, EKG interpretation
Manufacturing Associate
GlaxoSmithKline
Rockville
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Supported GMP-compliant biopharmaceutical manufacturing and quality control
- Operated production equipment to assemble pharmaceutical products efficiently.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline manufacturing processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas during production shifts.
- Assisted in training new associates on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Donned safety glasses, gloves, and safety shoes to reduce injuries and accidents.
Front Desk Assistant
Christopher Newport University
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Coordinated appointment scheduling for faculty, staff, and students efficiently.
- Managed front desk operations and provided excellent customer service to visitors.
- Collaborated with team members to improve front desk workflows and procedures.
Sales Associate
Ross Stores
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Maintained merchandise presentation and organization on the sales floor.
- Operated point-of-sale system for transactions and returns.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store goals.
- Processed inventory shipments and restocked shelves efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service during peak hours.
Tennis Shop Assistant
Hidden Creek Country Club
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Assisted members with inquiries and provided exceptional customer service.
- Managed inventory levels and organized merchandise displays effectively.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shop areas at the country club.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure smooth daily operations during peak times.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Indianapolis, IN05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA05.2019
Study Abroad - Psychology, Organic Chemistry
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland05.2017
Skills
- Patient management
- Chronic disease management
- Medication reconciliation
- Evidence-based medicine
- Outpatient procedures
- Motivational interviewing
- Physical examination
- Preventive care
- EHR documentation
- Epic
- Athena
- Meditech
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Interests: Visual arts, crocheting/knitting, cooking and baking, reading
Degree
Doctor of Osteopathic medicine (D.O)
Certification
- BLS, 08/01/26
- ACLS, 08/01/26
Oral Presentations
- Central Airway Obstruction – Morbidity & Mortality Conference (11/2025)
- SOFA/SIRS Criteria – Morning Report (07/2025)
- Pulmonary Embolism: An Overview – Morning Report (06/2025)
- CIWA Protocol – Morning Report (01/2025)
- Buerger’s Disease Case Report – Augusta Health Data Symposium (05/2025)
- Sepsis: Case Overview – Morning Report (07/2024)
- Hypertensive Emergency Management – Morning Report (07/2024)
Publications Presentations
- Kyei, E. (2024). Uncommon presentation of Buerger’s disease in a patient with complex rheumatologic conditions. Augusta Health Data Symposium (Case Report)
- Khan, Z., Kyei, E., et al. (2023). Occurrence and Spread of Antimicrobial Resistance in an Urban Aquatic Ecosystem. ASM Microbe Annual Meeting, Houston, TX
- Kyei, E., et al. (2022). Evaluation of Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria of the White River Waterways. Indiana Academy of Sciences
- Additional poster presentations at MU-COM Research Day (2021, 2022)
Research
Research Assistant – Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine | May 2021–Mar 2022
- Investigated antimicrobial resistance in urban water systems
- Performed PCR-based analysis of resistance genes
- Co-authored abstracts and posters presented at national and state conferences
Research Assistant – Christopher Newport University | 2018–2019
- Studied acorn shell filtration systems for heavy metal removal
- Conducted laboratory assays, charcoal preparation, and solution testing
Laboratory Training
- Biochemistry: column chromatography, protein purification, spectrophotometry, fluorometry
- Molecular biology: optogenetics, murine handling, brain sectioning, immunohistochemistry
Leadership Professional Affiliations
- Secretary, Student National Medical Association (2020–2021)
- Member: AOA, SOMA, IOA, IAS (2020–Present)
- Meaningful Mentor Program – Physician Mentee
- Alpha Chi Sigma – Professional Chemistry Fraternity
Community Service
- Trinity Clinic (2021–2024): Interviewed patients, performed physical exams, and assisted with care for underserved populations
- Near West Clinic (2021–2024): Supported intake, care coordination, and clinic operations for low-resource communities
- Hospital Volunteer (2016–2019): Patient rounding and support at Riverside Regional Medical Center and Novant Health UVA Prince William
- Additional service and advocacy: Crochet for a Cause, International Justice Mission, Period Club, Community Knights
Languages
- Twi (fluent)
- English (fluent)
Timeline
Internal Medicine Resident Physician
Augusta Health
06.2024 - Current
Primary Care Continuity Clinic
Augusta Health
06.2024 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
GlaxoSmithKline
01.2019 - 01.2021
Front Desk Assistant
Christopher Newport University
01.2018 - 01.2019
Sales Associate
Ross Stores
01.2016 - 01.2018
Tennis Shop Assistant
Hidden Creek Country Club
01.2014 - 01.2015
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Christopher Newport University
Study Abroad - Psychology, Organic Chemistry
University of Glasgow