Nihal Muhammed
Muscat,Oman
Summary
A board-certified Critical Care Specialist and Anesthesiologist with over 5 years of clinical experience in high-acuity settings, including ICU management, trauma, sepsis, neuro critical care, and advanced procedural interventions. Proven expertise in quality improvement,infection control, and JCI accreditation activities, with a strong background in teaching, research, and multidisciplinary team coordination. Adept at managing complex cases while maintaining calm, efficient leadership in critical situations. Committed to evidence-based practice, patient safety, and continuous professional development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Specialist in Intensive Care
Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)
Muscat, Oman
2024.09 - Current
- Managing complex oncological critical care cases, including sepsis, ARDS, and post-operative complications.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (oncologists, surgeons, nurses) for optimal patient outcomes.
- Quality Representative of ICU (Jan 2025–Present):
- Conduct regular KPI assessments and address Incident Reports (IRs).
- Active member of JCI accreditation activities and Mortality & Morbidity Committee.
Specialist in Critical Care Medicine
Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre
Calicut, India
2024.01 - 2024.09
- Provided advanced critical care for medical, surgical, and trauma ICU patients.
- Performed and supervised procedures (intubation, central lines, dialysis catheters, chest tubes).
- Conducted daily ICU rounds, family counseling, and end-of-life care discussions.
- Active participation in conduct of regular academic CME activities and conferences
Senior Resident in Critical Care Medicine
Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre
Calicut, India
2020.12 - 2023.12
- Managed COVID-19 ICU patients, including ventilator management and proning protocols.
- Participated in ICU quality improvement projects.
Senior Resident in Anesthesia
MIOT International Hospital
Chennai, India
2019.08 - 2020.11
- Administered general, regional, and neuroanesthesia for complex surgical cases.
- Managed post-operative pain and critical care in SICU.
Junior Resident in Anesthesia & Intensive Care
PGIMER
Chandigarh
2016.07 - 2019.06
- Rotated through neuroanesthesia, cardiac anesthesia, and critical care units.
- Assisted in high-risk obstetric and pediatric anesthesia cases.
Internship
Government Medical College
Kozhikode
2012.12 - 2014.01
- Gained hands-on experience in medicine, surgery, OBGYN, and emergency care.
Education
DrNB Critical Care Medicine - Critical care Medicine
Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre
Calicut, India 12/2020 - 12/2023
MD Anesthesia - Anesthesia
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
Chandigarh, India 07/2016 - 06/2019
MBBS -
Government Medical College
Calicut, Kozhikode, Kerala 09/2007 - 12/2012
Skills
- Airway Management: Intubation, fiberoptic bronchoscopy, surgical airway (Percutaneous tracheostomy)
- Vascular Access: Central venous catheterization (IJ, subclavian, femoral), arterial line insertion, PICC line
- Chest Procedures: Chest tube insertion, thoracentesis, bronchoscopy-assisted procedures
- Renal Replacement Therapy: CRRT initiation and management, hemodialysis catheter placement
- Hemodynamic Monitoring: Invasive and non-invasive (PiCCO, FloTrac)
- Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS): FAST exam, lung ultrasound, echocardiogram
- Neurocritical Care: ICP monitoring, management of status epilepticus
- Sepsis & Shock Management: Early goal-directed therapy, vasopressor/inotropic support
- Trauma Resuscitation: ATLS protocols, massive transfusion, damage control resuscitation
- Quality & Safety: CLABSI prevention, KPI assessments, incident reporting, JCI compliance
Certification
- Dataflow-Verified Certificates
- Medical Council Registration: Travancore-Cochin Medical Council (Kerala) | Reg. No. 49821.
- Board Certifications:
- DrNB Critical Care Medicine (National Board of Examinations, India).
- MD Anesthesia (PGIMER, Chandigarh).
- Life Support Certifications:
- ACLS, BLS
Research & Presentations
- DrNB Thesis (2023): “Prognostic factors associated with mortality in critically ill COVID-19 patients”
- Presented at CRITICARE 2024 (Kolkata, March 2024).
- MD Thesis (2019): “Effect of unrestricted clear oral fluids before spinal anesthesia on intraoperative hemodynamics”
- Guided by Prof. Dr. Ishwar Bhukal (PGIMER).
Leadership & Administrative Roles
- Quality Representative, ICU | SQCCCRC, Muscat | Jan 2025–Present
- KPI Monitoring: Track ICU performance metrics (e.g., Readmission rates, SMR).
- Incident Management: Investigate adverse events and implement corrective actions.
- JCI Accreditation: Ensure compliance with international healthcare standards.
- Mortality & Morbidity Committee: Review critical cases for quality improvement.
Teaching & Mentorship
- Conduct learning sessions for:
- ICU nurses (procedure training, ventilator management).
- Residents & medical students (critical care rotations, case discussions).
- Supervised DrNB Critical Care trainees in procedural skills.
Languages
English (Fluent)
Fluent
Malayalam (Native)
Native
Hindi
Fluent
Timeline
Specialist in Intensive Care
Sultan Qaboos Comprehensive Cancer Care and Research Centre (SQCCCRC)
2024.09 - Current
Specialist in Critical Care Medicine
Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre
2024.01 - 2024.09
Senior Resident in Critical Care Medicine
Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre
2020.12 - 2023.12
Senior Resident in Anesthesia
MIOT International Hospital
2019.08 - 2020.11
Junior Resident in Anesthesia & Intensive Care
PGIMER
2016.07 - 2019.06
Internship
Government Medical College
2012.12 - 2014.01
DrNB Critical Care Medicine - Critical care Medicine
Iqraa International Hospital and Research Centre
12/2020 - 12/2023
MD Anesthesia - Anesthesia
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
07/2016 - 06/2019
MBBS -
Government Medical College
09/2007 - 12/2012