Fatma Rashid
Mombasa
Summary
Highly motivated, hardworking, reliable general practitioner offering a strong background in diagnosis, treatment and medical care. Expertise in the effective treatment of diverse conditions by thoroughly evaluating patients, reviewing medical histories and interpreting test results. Talented at devising treatment plans eliminating or involving the lowest possible dose of pain medication to prevent dependency issues and reduce circulation of such medicines.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Officer
Aga Khan Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals across various departments.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for patients with chronic conditions, promoting overall health and wellbeing.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Advocated for patient-centered care within the healthcare facility by championing initiatives that cater to individual needs and preferences.
Medical Officer Intern
Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Attended and participated in clinical meetings and continued education training.
- Performed clinical patient examinations promptly, assessing and diagnosing conditions accurately.
- Performed ceaserean sections and conducted normal deliveries.
- Promoted self-care and general health education, offering practical advice for patients to maintain positive wellbeing.
- Maintained and updated patient notes, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Coordinated well-rounded patient care by collaborating with medical professionals in diverse clinical areas.
- Performed diagnostic assessments, assisting with accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Diagnosed conditions accurately by combining findings from examinations and test results.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Interpreted findings from investigations such as blood tests, communicating diagnosis with patient.
- Consulted with patients on lifestyle changes related diet and exercise.
- Educated patients and family members on treatment options and care for diagnosed conditions.
Education
MBChB - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya. 09.2015 - 12.2022
KCSE - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Aga Khan High School
Mombasa, Kenya. 01.2011 - 11.2014
Skills
- Event Organizer
- Leadership
- Highly organized
- Patient relationship building
- Patient care
- Prioritization
- Team and Collaboration
- Self Motivation
Volunteer Experience
- Chairlady- Muslim Students Association of University of Nairobi, 2020- 2021. Prof Qureshi- 0733605140.
- Class representative- Muslim Students Association of University of Nairobi, 2016-2017.
- Volunteer- Al Kheir Foundation, 02/2021. Nairobi, Kenya. Keeping patient's records and triaging patients. Mrs. Karima- 0722742709.
- Volunteer- Al Kheir Foundation, 11/2021. Nairobi, Kenya. Screening patients, treating common conditions and assessing nutrition status under 5.
Professional Development.
- Clinical management of rape. WHO online course- 04/24.
- Introduction to clinical management of rape and intimate partner violence in humanitarian settings. WHO online course- 04/24.
- Antimicrobial resistance and infection prevention and control. WHO online course-04/24
- Antimicrobial stewardship- competency based approach. WHO online course- 04/24.
- Monitoring and evaluation of national action plans on Antimicrobial resistance. WHO online course- 04/24.
Confrences/courses.
- Current medical practice and universal health coverage, 3rd International Conference,03/2019, Kenya Association of Muslim Medical professionals.
- Planetary Health: Impact of Climate Change on Health and Health Systems, 05/2023, Kenya Medical Association.
- Pain Management, 03/2024, Daktari online in collaboration with Pain Society of Kenya.
- Diabetes Management, 03/2024- Present, Kenya Diabetes Study Group.
- Introduction to Palliative Care, 03/2024- Present, Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association (KEHPCA)
Certification
- Basic Life Support certified, 03/24. American Heart Association. Valid upto 03/26.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified, 03/24. American Heart Association. Valid upto 03/26.
Affiliations
- Member, Al Ilm Foundation Committee.
- Member, Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council.
- Member, Kenya Association of Muslim Medical Professionals.
Languages
Swahili
First language
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Hobbies
- Volunteering.
- Learning new languages.
References
- Dr Nawal Aliyan, Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Head of Department,Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital. dr.nawal@gmail.com +254737382034.
- Dr Ilham Mohamed, Consultant Psychiatrist, Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital. illuz444@gmail.com +2547219464477
- Dr George Tende Oduma, Senior registrar, General Surgery, University of Nairobi. tendeoduma@gmail.com +254712936271
- Dr Mohamed Ali Omar, Fourth year registrar, Neurosurgery, University of Nairobi. molexomar08@gmail.com +254727388720
Timeline
Medical Officer
Aga Khan Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Medical Officer Intern
Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
MBChB - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
University of Nairobi
09.2015 - 12.2022
KCSE - Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Aga Khan High School
01.2011 - 11.2014
- Basic Life Support certified, 03/24. American Heart Association. Valid upto 03/26.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified, 03/24. American Heart Association. Valid upto 03/26.
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