DR. CAROLINE KARIMI GITONGA
Summary
Diagnose disease causes, symptoms, and likely progression based on patient histories, examinations, and diagnostic testing. Diligent about addressing every need with a conscientious and detail-oriented approach across various departments. Offering 1+ years of medical experience and passion for helping patients improve health and wellness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor
Miathene Subcounty Hospital
2023.03 - Current
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred them to hospital for prompt care.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Administered specialized treatment for multiple patients daily.
Doctor
Nyambene Subcounty Hospital
2021.10 - 2023.03
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Monitored post-operative recovery and educated patients on at-home recovery.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals, and individual compliance levels.
- Provided consultation to staff on patient treatment.
Doctor
Meswo Hospital Kapsabet
2021.07 - 2021.10
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
Medical Officer Intern
PCEA Chogoria Hospital
2020.11 - 2021.02
- Performed rotations in Internal Medicine
Medical Officer Intern
Nanyuki Teaching And Referral Hospital
2020.02 - 2020.11
- Performed rotation in surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and psychiatry, providing quality clinical care and treatment to inpatient and outpatient populations.
- Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
- Admitted and treated patients as part of the hospital's 24-hour on-call services.
- Met with patients to discuss their medical histories and current complaints.
- Monitored post-operative recovery and educated patients on at-home recovery.
Education
Senior Management Course -
Kenya School of Government
2023
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery: MBCh -
Kenyatta University
Nairobi, Kenya12.2020
High School Diploma -
ST Mary's Girls' High School
Kenya Primary Certificate of Education (KCPE)
PCEA Chogoria Girls' Boarding Primary School
12.2011
Skills
- Clinical Care & Management
- Patient Care & Treatment, including Critical Care
- Physician & Patient Relations
- Admissions & Discharge Processes
- Continuous Medical Education
- Ward Rounds
- Patient Education & Counseling
- Community Health Promotion
Affiliations
- Licensure: Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council
Key Contributions and results
- Served an average of 100 patients per day, conducting initial patient assessments, recording patient medical history, ordering diagnostic tests, and establishing treatment plans.
- Managed inpatients by conducting daily ward rounds to assess patient progress. Conducted patient and family education and counseling following a diagnosis and took part in minor surgical procedures such as evacuation in early pregnancy bleeds under minimal specialist supervision.
- Participated in and presented at Continuous Medical Education (CME) sessions on the management of hypertensive, acute kidney injury, heart failure, stroke, and many other common ailments affecting our patients.
- Ran clinics for reproductive health for female patients with an emphasis on high-risk pregnancies, abnormal uterine bleeds, and contraception use.
Languages
English, Kiswahili, Kimeru
Native language
Professional Development
- Medical symposium at Gertrude's Children's Hospital on Endocrinology, July 19, 2019
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (February 2021)
Community Engagement
- Medical Camps - Association of Medical Students Union, AMSUN (2014–2019)
- Medical Camp at ACK ST James Buruburu on April 26, 2018
References
Dr Freda Odera
Consultant Obstetrics and Gynecology Nanyuki Teaching and Referral Hospital
Tel: +254724451697
Email: apichiodera@gmail.com
Dr. Hilda Nabiswa
Consultant Physician PCEA Chogoria Hospital
Tel: +254720286144|
Email: hinenah@gmail.com
Dr. Eli Horn
Consultant Family Medicine, PCEA Chogoria Hospital
Tel: +254768578593
Email: elijhorn@gmail.com
Timeline
Doctor
Miathene Subcounty Hospital
2023.03 - Current
Doctor
Nyambene Subcounty Hospital
2021.10 - 2023.03
Doctor
Meswo Hospital Kapsabet
2021.07 - 2021.10
Medical Officer Intern
PCEA Chogoria Hospital
2020.11 - 2021.02
Medical Officer Intern
Nanyuki Teaching And Referral Hospital
2020.02 - 2020.11
Senior Management Course -
Kenya School of Government
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery: MBCh -
Kenyatta University
High School Diploma -
ST Mary's Girls' High School
Kenya Primary Certificate of Education (KCPE)
PCEA Chogoria Girls' Boarding Primary School
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