Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Professional Bodies Registrations
Employment History
Publications
Achievements and Awards
Training and Developmental Courses Attended
Volunteer Experience
Languages
Personalgoals
References
Timeline
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Fatima Asad

Abbottabad

Summary

I am an accomplished MBBS doctor with a solid background in clinical practice, currently enrolled in Diploma in Family Medicine program. I have diverse experience across dermatology, general medicine, emergency medicine, and family practice. Driven by a passion for delivering compassionate and high-quality care, my goal is to work in the NHS and prioritize patient well-being and safety. I am dedicated to medical education and research as is evident through my published and presented work on clinical topics and public health. My ultimate goal is to become an outstanding doctor and researcher who possesses strong clinical skills, knowledge, compassion, and kindness towards others. I am adaptable and experienced in working both within teams and independently with a strong work ethic and willingness to challenge myself to achieve goals. I am committed to constantly enhance my clinical skills and knowledge to provide evidence-based medical care. Exploring different sub-specialties is important to me as it allows me to further develop my interests and expand my expertise. I am eager to contribute to research and audits under supervision.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Ayub Teaching Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Conducted history taking and physical examinations under supervision
  • Observed and assisted in minor dermatological procedures (e.g
  • Biopsies, cryotherapy, excision, laser treatments)
  • Engaged in case discussions, educational seminars, and departmental meetings
  • Provided explanations, instructions, and support during consultations

Medical Officer

Fazal Medical Centre
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided comprehensive care to paediatric and adult patients
  • Assessed patient histories, performed examinations, ordered diagnostic tests and treated various medical conditions, illnesses and injuries
  • Provided immediate care for emergencies including resuscitation and stabilization
  • Offered health education and counselling on disease prevention, immunisation, treatment options and health maintenance
  • Worked closely with specialists, nurses and administrative staff to ensure comprehensive care

Observer

Queens Medical Centre Campus, NUH, NHS Trust
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Observed patient care, management for multiple co-morbids, chronic conditions and geriatric syndromes
  • Participated in patient assessment and collaborated with multi disciplinary teams to understand comprehensive elderly care
  • Gained exposure to clinical documentation and electronic health records
  • Enhanced understanding of ethical considerations in elderly care
  • Developed understanding of risk management strategies and knowledge of geriatric pharmacology and polypharmacy management
  • Observed patient care for acute and chronic conditions and participated in diagnostic procedures and treatment planning
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
  • Gained insight into the importance of holistic, patient-centered care
  • Gained broad internal medicine knowledge
  • Improved clinical decision-making skills
  • Developed diagnostic reasoning and risk management skills

Demonstrator in the Department of Community Medicine

Women Medical and Dental College
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Assisted in teaching, conducting practical sessions, and supporting research projects of students of 4th year MBBS
  • Prepared educational materials, guided students during their practical training, and contributed to the development of community health initiatives

House Officer

Ayub Teaching Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2022
  • Attending the morning handover, reviewing and presenting the patient beds that were allotted to me
  • Taking patient history, performing relevant clinical examinations, making differential diagnoses and formulating a management plan with the help of my seniors
  • Attending the ward round; presenting cases and noting down the orders and following the orders from the round which included making drug charts, requesting imaging scans, chasing reports
  • Performing procedures like blood sampling, IV cannulation, NG intubation, urinary catheter insertion
  • Additional skills in General Surgery and Gynaecology and Obstetrics: Performing normal vaginal deliveries, assisting Caesarian sections and other gynaecological surgeries, management of gynaecological emergencies, performing minor surgical procedures like incision drainage, suturing; pre operative assessment and post operative care, dressing of wounds
  • Additional skills in General Medicine and Emergency Medicine: Performing CPR, Lumbar puncture, nebulization, management of medical emergencies like anaphylactic reactions, cases of poisoning, Road traffic accidents, status epilepticus, stroke, asthma and COPD exacerbation, MI, sepsis

Education

Diploma in Family Medicine -

Khyber Medical University
10.2024

Masters in Public Health (MPH) -

Khyber Medical University
01.2024

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -

Ayub Medical College
06.2021

Higher Secondary School Certificate (Intermediate) -

Army Burn Hall College for Girls
01.2015

Secondary School Certificate (Matriculation) -

Army Burn Hall School and College for Girls
01.2013

Skills

  • Experienced in performing procedures such as venipuncture, nasogastric intubation, urinary catheterization, IV cannulation, injection administration, suturing
  • Skilled in using Microsoft Office, SPSS and Management Information System (MIS)
  • CPR
  • Proficient in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions
  • Excellent communication skills with patients, families and multidisciplinary teams
  • Leadership experience in medical teams

Professional Bodies Registrations

  • Medical Council of Ireland, 510506, Ireland
  • General Medical Council, 8014310, U.K.
  • Pakistan Medical and Dental Council, 719738-03-M, Pakistan

Employment History

  • Intern at Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad, Pakistan (22/01/2024 - 11/05/2024)
  • Medical Officer at Fazal Medical Centre, Swat, Pakistan (15/07/2023 - 21/01/2024)
  • Observer At Queens Medical Centre Campus, NUH, NHS Trust, U.K. (22/05/2023 - 04/06/2023)
  • Observer at Queens Medical Centre Campus, NUH, NHS Trust, U.K. (09/05/2023 - 19/05/2023)
  • Demonstrator in the Department of Community Medicine at Women Medical and Dental College, Abbottabad, Pakistan (11/02/2023 - 13/04/2023)
  • Medical Officer at Shahzad Children and Medical Centre, Havelian, Pakistan (27/06/2022 - 05/02/2023)
  • House Officer at Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad (24/06/2021 - 23/06/2022)

Publications

  • Awareness of Injectable Polio Vaccine among doctors of government hospitals in Abbottabad, http://www.ijmrhs.com/archive/ijmrhs-volume-8issue-8-year-2019.html
  • Quality Improvement Project for management of depression in chronic kidney disease patients receiving haemodialysis, https://medrech.com/index.php/medrech/article/view/459
  • The role of Neutrophils to Lymphocytes Ratio in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis, Presented at Undergraduate Medical Research Competition (2019). In process of being published
  • Book titled 'Important Biochemistry Lectures', http://thestetho.com/index.pho/ts/article/view/56
  • Paraneoplastic Pemphigus Associated with Castleman Disease: A Case Report and Literature Review, In the process of being published

Achievements and Awards

  • Distinction holder in Biochemistry and Pathology at Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad
  • Played a pivotal role in establishing the first ever STI Clinic at Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad.
  • Active member (Senior Vice President) of Shimla Medical and Welfare Organization, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad.
  • Recipient of merit-based Fauji Foundation Scholarship throughout medical school.
  • Won prize for Best Stall in Funfair at Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad.
  • High achiever (Gold Medalist) in SSC and HSSC.
  • Member of the school disciplinary team (Council Member) throughout high school.
  • Conducted Quiz competition at Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad.

Training and Developmental Courses Attended

  • 1 Day hands-on Workshop on Airway Management & Basic Mechanical Ventilation, Ayub Teaching Hospital, Abbottabad, (10/2024)
  • Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, (07/2024- present)
  • Elder care Coordinators for Healthy Ageing, DOW University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan, (03/2024- 09/2024)
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Being a Teacher, Commonwealth Education Trust, UK, (09/2024)
  • Critical care Course, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, (06/2024)
  • Family Medicine Program, DOW University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan, (12/2022- 08/2023)
  • Lecture on 'The Silent Threat Within: Unveiling Intra-abdominal Hypertension', Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, (05/2024)
  • Lecture on 'The Art and Science of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation', Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan, (04/2024)
  • 3rd Annual Symposium on recent advances in Paediatric Surgery, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, UAE, (03/2024)
  • BLS, National Healthcare Provider, (2022)
  • ACLS, Solutions; NHPS, (2022)
  • Personal Protective Equipments training for healthcare workers, Government of Pakistan, (2020)
  • CPR, AED and First Aid Course, NHPS, (2022)
  • BLS, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad, Pakistan, (2018)
  • Seminar on 'Quality Enhancement', Women Medical and Dental College, Abbottabad, Pakistan, (03/2023)

Volunteer Experience

  • I was Senior Vice President of Shimla Medical and Welfare Organization, Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad.
  • Actively participated in multiple medical camps throughout medical school.
  • Participated in Central Jail visits, counselling jail inmates (2019, 2020).
  • Participated in campaigns focusing on rights of transgender community.
  • Organized and participated in a medical camp set up for flood affectees at Swat in 2022.

Languages

English (IELTS Band 8.5)
Proficient
C2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Pashtu
Proficient
C2
Hindko
Proficient
C2

Personalgoals

  • To work in the NHS and provide compassionate high quality care that prioritises patient well-being and safety.
  • I strive to constantly enhance my clinical skills and knowledge to deliver evidence based medical care.
  • To work in different sub-specialties to explore my interest and to learn.
  • To take part in researches and audits under supervision.
  • To teach, guide and counsel medical students and young doctors.

References

  • Prof. Nasir H.S.Kazmi, MBBS, FCPS, Consultant Physician, nasirkazmi1599@gmail.com, +923335036611
  • Dr. Iftikhar Ahmad, MBBS, FCPS, Consultant Physician, ifti.ahmad789@gmail.com, +923459244987
  • Dr. Habibullah Khan, MBBS, FCPS (cc), Resident Orthopaedic Surgeon, drhabibkhanjadoon@gmail.com, +923105059779
  • Dr. Durre Shehwar Arshad Pirzada, MBBS, FCPS, Consultant Dermatologist, drshehwar@hotmail.com, +923215266452

Timeline

Intern

Ayub Teaching Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024

Medical Officer

Fazal Medical Centre
07.2023 - 01.2024

Observer

Queens Medical Centre Campus, NUH, NHS Trust
05.2023 - 06.2023

Demonstrator in the Department of Community Medicine

Women Medical and Dental College
02.2023 - 04.2023

House Officer

Ayub Teaching Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2022

Higher Secondary School Certificate (Intermediate) -

Army Burn Hall College for Girls

Secondary School Certificate (Matriculation) -

Army Burn Hall School and College for Girls

Diploma in Family Medicine -

Khyber Medical University

Masters in Public Health (MPH) -

Khyber Medical University

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -

Ayub Medical College
Fatima Asad