Samuel Kwesi Effah Abrefah
About Samuel Kwesi Effah Abrefah
Samuel Kwesi Effah Abrefah is a Research and Development Engineer Co-op with a background in biomedical engineering and experience in various research and engineering roles. He aims to develop innovative medical solutions to enhance patient care and has a keen interest in the application of artificial intelligence in medical device engineering.
Current Role at AtriCure
Samuel Kwesi Effah Abrefah currently serves as a Research and Development Engineer Co-op at AtriCure, Inc. since 2024. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative medical solutions aimed at optimizing patient care and improving treatment outcomes. His work involves applying engineering principles to the design and development of medical devices.
Previous Experience at UC Health
Prior to his current position, Samuel worked as a Student Research Assistant in the Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery department at UC Health for five months in 2023. This role involved supporting research initiatives and contributing to projects aimed at advancing medical knowledge and patient care.
Experience at Johnson & Johnson
In 2022, Samuel held a position as a Research and Development Co-op at Johnson & Johnson for three months. His responsibilities included assisting in the development of medical products and technologies, contributing to the company's commitment to healthcare innovation.
Educational Background in Biomedical Engineering
Samuel is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering at the University of Cincinnati - College of Engineering and Applied Science, with minors in Computer Science, Chemistry, and Premed. He has been enrolled in this program from 2020 and is expected to graduate in 2025. His academic focus includes exploring the intersection of engineering and medicine.
Teaching and Mentorship Experience
Samuel has extensive experience in teaching and mentorship. He has served as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Cincinnati since 2024 and previously held the same position from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, he was a Lead Mentor at Innovate Ghana in 2021, where he guided students in their educational pursuits.