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My Background

A passion for helping others led me down the path of Medicine into a career that allows me to provide my patients with high quality healthcare. As a professional Infectious Disease Physician since 2017, I bring a holistic approach to medicine in order to find comfortable and effective solutions for everyone. Read on to learn more about my medical background.

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My Experience

ACCOMPLISHED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL

Throughout my medical education and career, I’ve been trained by and practiced medicine with several renowned doctors and medical professionals. Currently based in Kozhencherry and Thodupuzha, I have years of experience under my belt and am happy to share my resume with you. Contact me today to see what I can do for you.

House Surgeon/ Intern SRI SIDDHARTHA MEDICAL COLLEGE

09/2012 - 11/2013

  • Examined patients record medical history and details of their current health concern.

  • Ordered laboratory investigations and diagnostic procedures.

  • Prescribed and administered medication, vaccinations and treatments.

  • Provided emergency care and management of critically ill patients under the supervision of senior consultants.

  • Conducted deliveries and provided prenatal and post natal care.

  • Reported births, deaths and incidences of contagious diseases to the concerned governmental authorities.

  • Performed minor procedures such as IV cannulation , Cathetersation , ECG , ABG , Skin biopsies and Dressings.

Junior Resident/ Post Graduate Student VINAYAKA MISSIONS MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL

06/2014 - 06/2017

  • Elicited a detailed history, examination and diagnosis about medical conditions of the patient.

  • Maintain accurate medical records and document patient case history, vital statistics and investigations of patients in detail.

  • Organized and conducted medical camps and awareness workshops. Monitored admitted patients and evaluated their progress regularly and ensured improvement.

  • Provided emergency care in consultation with Senior Physician.

  • Administered medicines and vaccinations to the patients.

  • Discussed cases with the senior consultant and decide on treatment best suited to the patient's condition.

  • Referred special cases to concerned specialists.

  • Educated patients regarding their condition and treatment options. Patiently explained the intended treatment as well as investigation to the patients and their family.

  • Strictly maintained patient confidentiality and sensitive information.

  • Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed images to further investigate patients condition.

Assistant Professor and Consultant Physician Department of General Medicine
AL AZHAR MEDICAL COLLEGE AND SUPER SPECIALITY HOSPITAL

07/2018 - Present

  • Treating patients medical/health problems by referring to their history and carrying out diagnosis, investigation, treatment and referral as appropriate.

  • Discuss side-effects, best conditions for use, and possible interactions of medication.

  • Contributing to the delivery of patient services with nurses, technicians, and other medical staff.

  • Collect, record and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports and examination results.

  • Supervising and training medical students.

  • Participating in research studies commissioned by the hospital board.

  • Accommodating rotating shifts and work flexible schedules.

  • Performing all such duties adhering to various acts related to Medical Education, Medical Services and Public Health including acts related to allied specialties as to obtain & maintain the affiliation of the College and the attached Teaching Hospital.

  • Conducting various medical/paramedical Undergraduate/Postgraduate courses thereby helping to establish and ensure the basic minimum standard of Medical Education & Research.

  • Teaching & training Undergraduate (MBBS) Medical students including Interns/ Postgraduate Medical students so as to achieve the Educational Objectives i.e. to develop their knowledge, skills & attitude.

  • Assisting Associate Professors/Professors/ HOD to do periodic evaluation / assessment of Undergraduate (MBBS) / Postgraduate Medical students by conducting their internal (College) examinations, assessment, maintain attendance & academic (including Internship) record of individual medical student for the minimum period as stipulated.

  • Collaborated with College Council , Undergraduate & Postgraduate Academic Committees , Medical Education Teaching Technology Cell , Library Committee of the College and to organize / participate in teaching programs like Lectures / Tutorials/Group Discussions- Ward Clinics-Demonstrations/Practical's and other academic activities like Seminars / Symposia / Panel Discussions / Workshops / Guest Lectures / Conferences / Continuing Medical Education Programs etc. and to maintain a Departmental Library for medical students as well as teaching staff. Planning, proposing, processing the proposals , procuring & maintaining plant & machinery, equipment's & instruments, Furniture & Fixtures (Dead Stock) and to maintain record of all such items in the custody of the Department.

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