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Ayesha Shahzad

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Summary

Driven and collaborative, my medical rotations at Sahiwal Medical College honed my ability to thrive in high-pressure environments, enhancing my teamwork, quick learning, and basic medical knowledge. Though just in Final Year, I strive to get as much hands-on work as I can and take special Interest in shadowing complex medical procedures.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Surgery Medical Rotation

Sahiwal Teaching Hospital
Sahiwal, Punjab
04.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in pre-operative patient care, including preparation, consent discussions, and understanding surgical risk assessment.
  • Shadowed a range of surgeries in the operating theatre, gaining exposure to sterile techniques, surgical anatomy, and intraoperative decision-making.
  • Observed common general surgeries such as:
    Cholecystectomy (laparoscopic and open)
    Inguinal hernia repair
    Appendectomy
  • Gained knowledge of various biopsy techniques (incisional, excisional, punch, and core needle).
  • Had first-hand experience performing an excisional biopsy under supervision, enhancing procedural skills and confidence.
  • Attended ward rounds and post-op follow-ups, developing a better understanding of surgical patient recovery and multidisciplinary care.

Internal Medicine Rotation

Sahiwal Teaching Hospital
Sahiwal, Punjab
03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Performed general physical examinations across a variety of patient presentations, enhancing clinical assessment skills.
  • Conducted systemic examinations including cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, and neurological systems.
  • Gained hands-on experience in examining and assessing diabetic foot conditions, including wound evaluation and vascular status.
  • Carried out thorough history taking and physical examination in patients with thyroid disorders, focusing on identifying signs of hypo- and hyperthyroidism.
  • Assessed and examined patients presenting with inguinal swellings, including hernias and lymphadenopathy, under supervision.
  • Participated in breast examinations, learning to identify key clinical features of benign and malignant breast conditions.
  • Developed improved clinical reasoning and diagnostic formulation through case discussions and ward rounds.
  • Strengthened communication skills by interacting with diverse patients and presenting cases to senior clinicians.

Eye & E.N.T Rotation

Sahiwal Teaching Hospital
Sahiwal, Punjab
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • During my rotation in the ENT and Eye wards, I gained valuable hands-on experience in assessing and managing common conditions such as otitis media, epistaxis, and conjunctivitis.
  • I observed and assisted in outpatient clinics, minor procedures, and diagnostic assessments, including otoscopy and fundoscopy.

Education

M.D. - Medicine

Sahiwal Medical College
Sahiwal
02.2021 - Current

High School Diploma - Pre- medical

Santa Fe High School
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
09.2015 - 05.2019

Skills

History taking and physical examination

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Timeline

Surgery Medical Rotation

Sahiwal Teaching Hospital
04.2025 - Current

Internal Medicine Rotation

Sahiwal Teaching Hospital
03.2025 - 04.2025

Eye & E.N.T Rotation

Sahiwal Teaching Hospital
09.2024 - 10.2024

M.D. - Medicine

Sahiwal Medical College
02.2021 - Current

High School Diploma - Pre- medical

Santa Fe High School
09.2015 - 05.2019

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