{"id":8201,"date":"2025-08-28T08:51:08","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T12:51:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/radiology\/?p=8201"},"modified":"2025-08-28T08:51:46","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T12:51:46","slug":"welcoming-dr-kingsley-asiedu-to-emergency-radiology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/radiology\/2025\/08\/welcoming-dr-kingsley-asiedu-to-emergency-radiology\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcoming Dr. Kingsley Asiedu to Emergency Radiology"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"AUNC Radiology is proud to welcome\u00a0Dr. Kingsley Asiedu<\/strong>, who joins us as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Emergency Radiology. Known for his warmth, energy, and commitment to teaching, Dr. Asiedu brings a dynamic presence to the department as he begins his academic career in Chapel Hill.<\/p>\n

Finding His Place in the Triangle<\/strong><\/p>\n

Though originally from Ghana in West Africa, Dr. Asiedu has made the Triangle home over the past five years. After completing his residency and a fellowship in neuroradiology at Duke, he knew he wanted to remain in the area he had come to love. What ultimately drew him to UNC was the spirit of community.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhat really sealed it for me was that I felt there was just a great sense of community among the people I met in the department and the division. It extended beyond radiology into the broader hospital environment\u2014everyone I encountered was collaborative and welcoming.\u201d<\/p>\n

Encouragement from a former colleague also made the choice easy. \u201cI reached out to Dr. Mariana DeFreitas, who trained at Duke as well and is now at UNC. She spoke so highly of her life here, and her enthusiasm was contagious.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Appeal of Academics<\/strong><\/p>\n

For Dr. Asiedu, teaching has always been central to the practice of medicine. He thrives on the exchange of ideas, whether it\u2019s with a patient, a fellow physician, or a trainee.<\/p>\n

\u201cTeaching is one of the core components of being a physician that often doesn\u2019t get enough emphasis. There\u2019s always dialogue, and in every conversation, you\u2019re learning from each other. Mentoring residents and students adds so much richness to the clinical work I do\u2014it keeps me engaged and inspired.\u201d<\/p>\n

This passion for teaching is one of the reasons he chose an academic career, where he can pair his broad clinical expertise with mentorship and education.<\/p>\n

From Ghana to Medicine<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Asiedu\u2019s journey into medicine began with early personal experiences of healthcare. Growing up in Ghana, he saw how limited access could affect families, and after moving to the U.S. at age seven, he noticed the stark difference.<\/p>\n

Still, becoming a physician wasn\u2019t a straight path. Initially a pre-pharmacy major, he worked as a pharmacy technician during college. But after shadowing physicians at the University of Cincinnati and diving deeper into biology and health sciences, his calling became clear.<\/p>\n

\u201cI loved science, but what fascinated me most was how knowledge of atoms and molecules could translate into improving someone\u2019s health. That intersection of science and human connection pushed me toward medicine.\u201d<\/p>\n

Why Radiology?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The breadth and depth of radiology\u2019s scope drew him in.<\/p>\n

\u201cRadiologists need to know something about every disease from an imaging perspective. That\u2019s incredibly challenging, but it\u2019s also rewarding. I love being the ultimate consultant\u2014whether I\u2019m discussing a case with an OBGYN, neurosurgeon, neurologist, or general surgeon, I get to play a role in helping a broad spectrum of patients.\u201d<\/p>\n

This ability to connect across specialties was exactly the kind of variety and intellectual challenge he was seeking.<\/p>\n

Advice for Future Radiologists<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dr. Asiedu remembers his first radiology rotation as a medical student well.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was completely overwhelmed when I saw my first cases. But a senior resident took the time to walk me through them, and that hands-on experience was transformative.\u201d<\/p>\n

He encourages students to engage actively during their rotations\u2014joining tumor boards, observing radiologists in different clinical settings, and reflecting on whether they enjoy the breadth of pathology the specialty requires.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you\u2019re someone who loves learning about many different diseases and pathologies, radiology may be a great fit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beyond the Reading Room<\/strong><\/p>\n

Colleagues will quickly discover that Dr. Asiedu values connection and humor in his work.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve always prided myself on creating a warm, fun environment where people can be themselves. In the ER, where things are stressful and busy, fostering openness and laughter makes everything better.\u201d<\/p>\n

Outside of medicine, he enjoys hiking, jogging, and listening to podcasts like\u00a0Freakonomics<\/em>. He describes himself as a \u201chard-working\u201d person who also values balance\u2014and lately, that balance has included exploring new restaurants with friends. A self-professed foodie, his favorite comfort dish is\u00a0Amala and Ewedu<\/em>, a rich Nigerian soup he recently had at a wedding.<\/p>\n

If given a superpower? He\u2019d choose teleportation. \u201cFlying takes too long, and there are too many risks,\u201d he laughs.<\/p>\n

Looking Ahead at UNC<\/strong><\/p>\n

As he begins this next chapter, Dr. Asiedu is eager to dive into both his clinical and teaching roles.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m excited to be an attending and to work with the residents here at UNC. This is a new phase of my journey, and I\u2019m looking forward to it.\u201d<\/p>\n

With his passion for teaching, dedication to patients, and ability to bring joy to even the busiest ER setting, Dr. Kingsley Asiedu is a welcome and inspiring addition to the UNC Radiology community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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