Adnvance therapeutic endscopy
Dr. Dilnawaz Samoon
Gastroenterologist
Karachi, Sindh
Summary
With a seasoned background in medical practice, I thrive in high-pressure scenarios while fostering seamless communication with patients and colleagues. As a dynamic leader, I showcase polished presentation prowess alongside a passion for cutting-edge research and a relentless drive to stay at the forefront of medical advancements. My unwavering commitment to personal and professional growth renders me an invaluable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior medical officer
Dow International Dental College And Hospital,Karachi
12.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Educated and mentored medical students.
- Assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
- Entered and scanned patient history, current medical conditions and medications into novel EHR system.
- Facilitated performance improvement initiatives for CME credit.
- Applied continuous process improvement strategies to enhance case management, programs and clinical management.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists.
- Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
- Trained and supervised medical students and residents engaged in special activities and procedures.
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Kept informed on advancements in field to contribute to medical research programs.
- Verified complex diagnoses to facilitate treatment plans.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
Clinical fellow gastroenterology and hepatology
Sindh Institute of urology and transplant center, Karachi
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Employed within outpatient department, operating under guidance of senior physicians, and executing prescribed care plans for patients.
- Managed emergencies, conducted interventions in emergency department, made critical patient care decisions, and facilitated referrals to appropriate specialties after stabilizing patients.
- Employed in ward admission capacity, overseeing patient monitoring and adhering to consultants' treatment plans. Provided patient reassurance, family counseling, and maintained regular updates with senior physicians.
- Conducted responsibilities within endoscopy unit, performing both upper and lower gastrointestinal diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under both supervision and autonomously.
- Completed responsibilities involving prescribing and advising post-procedure plans for outpatient care, while also monitoring inpatients for any post-procedure complications.
- Engaged in research endeavors throughout my fellowship, resulting in publication of two articles as the primary author and one as a secondary author in globally recognized journals. Additionally, collaborated with senior colleagues in data collection and literature research for various research projects.
- Served as an auditor in the endoscopy unit, responsible for presenting monthly audit reports within the institute.
- Participated in seminars, lectures, and workshops within my specialty, actively engaging in academic activities such as topic presentations, journal club presentations, and research work presentations.
- Followed best practices and scientific protocol to reach defensible conclusions based on solid evidence.
- Managed patient records for both inpatients and outpatients, while also contributing to public awareness workshops and hepatitis screening seminars. Additionally, provided individualized care within hepatitis outpatient department.
- Collaborated with team to optimize workflow and achieve objectives.
- Supported teaching objectives of department by teaching through allocated lectures, tutorials and other forms of undergraduate and postgraduate instruction.
Postgraduate trainee in Internal medicine
Jinnah Postgraduate Training Center, Karachi
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Worked in the emergency department, attending to and managing multiple emergencies. Stabilized and monitored patients within the emergency department, facilitating their transfer to specific wards and referring them to appropriate specialties when necessary.
- Collaborated with senior physicians in the outpatient department, attending to patients presenting with various complaints, conducting examinations, and recommending appropriate investigations and treatments while ensuring consistent patient follow-up.
- Recorded data and maintained source documentation following good documentation practices.
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.
- Worked in various departments to gain hands-on experience.
- Mentored and advised students to focus on academics and explore career paths and opportunities.
- Checked assignments, proctored tests and provided grades according to university standards.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with students and faculty members.
- Executed ward responsibilities, which included documenting patient credentials, obtaining medical histories, conducting examinations, and conducting ward rounds independently and alongside senior physicians. Provided updates on each patient's condition, discussed treatment plans, and offered mental health assurance through family counseling.
Medical Officer
National institute of blood diseases – karachi
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Worked across various departments including the emergency department, outpatient department, and inpatient wards, with duties encompassing patient monitoring, data collection, history taking, examinations, and bedside interventions. Collaborated closely with senior consultants to formulate investigations and treatment plans, ensuring patient progress through effective coordination with multidisciplinary teams when required.
House officer
Civil hospital hyderabad, sindh
08.2013 - 02.2014
- During my internship in the general medicine department, I managed patients with diverse medical conditions, monitoring them in the ward and devising suitable plans for investigations and treatment. Additionally, I assisted senior physicians in the outpatient department.
- Academically, I honed my skills through various educational avenues such as presentations, hands-on bedside learning, workshops, seminars, and participation in journal clubs.
House officer-Emergency rotation
Jinnah postgraduate medical centre –karachi, sindh
05.2013 - 07.2013
- During a three-month internship at a high-volume tertiary care hospital emergency department, I handled numerous medical and surgical emergencies. This involved performing emergency interventions, managing patients in resuscitation and monitoring areas, facilitating their transfer to appropriate specialties and wards, and coordinating with multiple specialists.
House officer
Jinnah postgraduate medical center – karachi
01.2013 - 04.2013
- During my internship in the general surgery department of the country's largest hospital, I oversaw patient care both in wards and outpatient settings. I attended to surgical emergencies, prepared patients for surgery, and monitored their postoperative progress. Additionally, I participated in ward rounds with senior physicians, engaged in discussions regarding treatment plans, provided family counseling, and facilitated rehabilitation efforts.
Education
Postgraduate Training Completed - Gastroenterology And Hepatology
College of Physicians And Surgeons Pakistan
Karachi, Sindh 04.2001 -
MBBS - undefined
Liaquat university of medical and health sciences
Jamshoro, SindhIntermediate -Pre Medical - undefined
Makhdoom Bilawal Intermediate science college
Tando Muhammad Khan, SindhMatriculation - undefined
Darul uloom High school
Tando Muhammad Khan, SindhSkills
Patient Assessment and Evaluation Skills
Distinctions
ENT department (4th year MBBS)
Certificates And Workshops
- Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) - 2023
- Basic Life support (BLS) - 2023
Publications
- Published article “Diagnostic accuracy of raised platelets to lymphocyte ratio in predicting Helicobacter pylori infection in patients with dyspepsia” for publication in the international journal, “Clinics of oncology”.
- Published case report in the international journal “European Journal of pharmaceutical and medical research” with the topic, “peliosis hepatis in a renal transplanted patient”.
Interests
Medical research and publications
Educating
Timeline
Senior medical officer
Dow International Dental College And Hospital,Karachi
12.2020 - Current
Clinical fellow gastroenterology and hepatology
Sindh Institute of urology and transplant center, Karachi
07.2017 - 07.2020
Postgraduate trainee in Internal medicine
Jinnah Postgraduate Training Center, Karachi
02.2015 - 06.2017
Medical Officer
National institute of blood diseases – karachi
07.2014 - 12.2014
House officer
Civil hospital hyderabad, sindh
08.2013 - 02.2014
House officer-Emergency rotation
Jinnah postgraduate medical centre –karachi, sindh
05.2013 - 07.2013
House officer
Jinnah postgraduate medical center – karachi
01.2013 - 04.2013
Postgraduate Training Completed - Gastroenterology And Hepatology
College of Physicians And Surgeons Pakistan
04.2001 -
MBBS - undefined
Liaquat university of medical and health sciences
Intermediate -Pre Medical - undefined
Makhdoom Bilawal Intermediate science college
Matriculation - undefined
Darul uloom High school
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