EDITH UZOAMAKA
Abuja
Summary
A well versed and ardent medical professional with competence in medical consultations for key health conditions and seeking to apply these skills in a demanding clinical environment. Strong ability to handle tense and unpleasant situations with superb professionalism and presence of mind. Team work and cooperation. Knowledgeable medical professional with expertise in collecting and reviewing patient information and determining proper courses of treatment for a wide range of chronic and acute conditions. Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Medical Officer
Bwari General Hospital
09.2019 - Current
- Respond to medical emergencies.
- Stabilize and provide initial care for acute conditions.
- Arrange for hospital admissions when necessary.
- Conduct thorough medical histories and physical examinations, and formulate diagnoses based on clinical findings
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as blood tests and imaging studies.
- Develop and implement treatment plans for various medical conditions.
- Prescribe medications and provide follow-up care.
- Prevention and Reduction of maternal mortalities and morbidities through health education, counseling and prompt intervention
- Offer vaccinations and immunizations.
- Provide guidance on healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention.
- Perform routine health screenings and assessments
- Proper counseling and Offering routine antenatal care
- Manage and monitor chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
- Coordinate care for patients with long-term health issues.
- Adjust treatment plans based on patient progress.
- Conduct minor surgeries and assist in major surgeries
- Conducting and assisting in deliveries.
- Stay updated on medical advancements and best practices.
- Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
- Pursue professional development opportunities.
Volunteer medical Officer
Comprehensive Health Centre Dei Dei
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Involved in day to day running of out-patients clinic
- Frontline management of general medical cases and Stabilization of critical medical cases before possible referral
- Liaising with Non-governmental organizations to achieve adequate patient care to the immune compromised (HIV/Aids and Tuberculosis)
- Organize health talks on DOT, compliance and counseling sessions
- Monitor the proper functioning of the maternity department as well as equipment therein
- Performing minor surgeries
- Applying medical knowledge and skills to diagnose and provide outpatients medical care to patients according to adopted WHO protocols and medical knowledge
- Keeping patients and relations updated about the treatment, complications prognosis and follow-up
- Participate in maternal/child health and immunization.
Corp Medical Officer
Bwari Town Clinic
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking medical care.
- Conduct routine health check-ups and screenings.
- Diagnose and treat common illnesses and injuries.
- Provide healthcare services for individuals of all ages, including children, adults, and seniors.
- Address the health needs of entire families.
- Offer vaccinations and immunizations.
- Promote healthy lifestyle choices and preventive measures.
- Conduct regular health assessments and screenings.
- Manage and monitor chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
- Develop and implement treatment plans for long-term health issues.
- Coordinate care for patients with multiple chronic conditions.
- Provide gynecological care, including family planning and reproductive health services.
- Perform routine women's health screenings.
- Conduct well-child visits and developmental assessments.
- Address common childhood illnesses and concerns.
- Provide guidance on child nutrition and growth.
- Manage the health needs of adult and elderly patients.
- Perform health assessments for seniors, including geriatric screenings.
- Address age-specific health concerns.
- Respond to medical emergencies.
- Stabilize and provide initial care for acute conditions.
- Arrange for hospital admissions when necessary.
- Perform minor surgical procedures.
- Conduct diagnostic procedures such as skin biopsies and joint injections.
- Provide in-office treatments for minor injuries.
- Offer counseling for mental health concerns.
- Identify and manage common mental health disorders.
- Collaborate with mental health specialists when needed
- Educate patients about their health conditions and treatment options.
- Promote healthy behaviors and lifestyle choices.
- Conduct community health education programs.
- Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals.
- Coordinate care plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare teams.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records.
- Document diagnoses, treatments, and follow-up plans.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory documentation standards.
House Officer
Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki (FETHA)
10.2015 - 09.2016
- Rotate through various medical departments such as Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and others
- Admit and manage patients under the supervision of senior medical staff.
- Conduct medical histories and physical examinations.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
- Participate in daily ward rounds with the medical team.
- Present cases to senior medical staff and receive feedback
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
- Document daily progress notes and treatment plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
- Assist in minor medical procedures under supervision.
- Respond to medical emergencies in the hospital.
- Provide initial care and support during emergencies.
- Attend educational sessions, lectures, and grand rounds.
- Engage in continuous learning and stay updated on medical literature.
- Work on rotating shifts, including night shifts and weekends.
- Cover duties in the hospital according to the assigned schedule
- Attend departmental meetings and case presentations.
- Contribute to discussions on patient management.
Education
Primary of The West African College of Physician - Family Medicine
West African College of Physician
Nigeria03.2022
Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Medicine And Surgery
College of Health Sciences Ebonyi State University
Abakaliki, Ebonyi State, Nigeria2014
Skills
- Performing Clinical Procedures
- Examining Medical Histories
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Collaborating With Team Members
- Assessing Patients
- Directing Team Activities
- Coordinating Treatments
- Reviewing Policies
- Managing Cases
- Providing Education
- Evaluating Records
- Time Management
- Patient Education
- Team Collaboration
- Cross-Cultural Competence
- Healthcare Regulations
- Clinical Research
- Problem Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Medical Diagnosis
- Interpersonal Communication
- Resource Management
- Organizational Skills
- Infection Control
- Empathy and Compassion
- Quality Improvement
- Computer Literacy
- Critical Thinking
- Medical Record Keeping
Certification
Registered Medical Doctor with the Medical and dental council of Nigeria Nov. 2014
Research Works Publications
- The Medical Significance of Opportunistic fungal Infections
- Perfection of the quality of antenatal care, A case study between mile 4 and Federal Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki (FETHA).
Skills Competence
- Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms.
- Client orientation – Works effectively well with client and stakeholders
- Continuous learning – Promotes continuous learning for self and others
- Communication – Listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience
- Professionalism – Commitment to standard principles and displays mastery of subject matter.
- Teamwork – Contributes to a collegial team environment, incorporates gender related, needs, perspectives, concerns and promotes equal gender participation, with behavioural flexibility.
- Technology awareness – Proactively identifies and advocates for cost-efficient technology solutions.
- Ability to work long hours during busy periods, with strong attitude to details.
- Ability to prioritize, handle pressure and responsibilities, and deliver as expected within reasonable time.
- Strong analytical; investigative and organizational skills
- Good computer literacy (MS office – word and Excel).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Nigerian
References
- Dr. Onwe Abraham Bong MBBS, FMCOG, Consultant Obstetrician / Gynaecologist, Alex Ekwuene Federal University teaching Hospital, Abakaliki, Nigeria, abrahambong@yahoo.com, 08037354029
- Dr. Osagie Osayande MBBS, FWACS, FMCOG, MPH (Melbourne), Head of clinical services Hospital Management Board FCT Abuja, Nigeria, osayandeosagie@gmail.com, 08037038280
- Dr. Pius Shadrach MBBS, MSC PUB HEALTH, FWACS, Consultant Obstetrician / Gynaecologist, Bwari General Hospital, FCT-Abuja, shadrachpius@gmail.com, 08033603720
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Love to travel
- Cooking
- Playing table tennis
- Interacting reasonably with people and discovering new and profitable things.
Training
- Comprehensive Emergency Obstetrics and new born care (CEMONC), 07/2022
- Health Education in Epidemic Prone Diseases, 02/2021
- Forensic medical examination and documentation for the delivery of sexual assault referral centre(SARC) services in FCT, 01/2020
- Helping babies breathe 2nd Edition Trainer/Facilitator0 Course, 04/2019
Timeline
Senior Medical Officer
Bwari General Hospital
09.2019 - Current
Volunteer medical Officer
Comprehensive Health Centre Dei Dei
11.2018 - 07.2019
Corp Medical Officer
Bwari Town Clinic
05.2017 - 04.2018
House Officer
Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki (FETHA)
10.2015 - 09.2016
Primary of The West African College of Physician - Family Medicine
West African College of Physician
Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Medicine And Surgery
College of Health Sciences Ebonyi State University
Registered Medical Doctor with the Medical and dental council of Nigeria Nov. 2014
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