Dr. Nawazish Ali

Research-Oriented Medical Graduate | Aspiring Surgical Trainee

Orakzai District, PK.

About

Highly accomplished medical graduate with an MBBS degree and a strong academic record (77.62% overall), complemented by extensive clinical research and hands-on experience from a comprehensive one-year House Job. Authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed national and international publications, demonstrating a profound commitment to scientific inquiry and medical education. Seeking postgraduate surgical training to leverage proven leadership in organizing medical workshops and community outreach, ultimately contributing to advanced patient care and academic medicine in Surgery and Allied Specialties.

Work

DHQ Teaching Hospital D.I. Khan

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House Officer – General Surgery

Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Summary

Managed surgical ward operations and provided emergency surgical coverage, ensuring continuous high-quality patient care and contributing to successful surgical outcomes.

Highlights

Managed surgical ward operations, ensuring comprehensive patient care and efficient workflow for a diverse caseload.

Provided emergency surgery coverage, demonstrating rapid assessment and decision-making skills in critical situations.

Conducted thorough pre-operative assessments and delivered meticulous post-operative care, optimizing patient recovery.

Assisted in numerous major surgical procedures and independently performed minor surgical interventions, enhancing clinical proficiency and surgical skills.

Gained significant exposure to trauma and emergency surgical cases, developing robust response capabilities.

DHQ Teaching Hospital D.I. Khan

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House Officer – Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Summary

Managed ENT emergencies and provided comprehensive outpatient and ward care, actively assisting in both minor and major surgical procedures to enhance surgical proficiency.

Highlights

Managed acute ENT emergencies and provided comprehensive outpatient and inpatient care, ensuring timely and effective patient management.

Actively assisted in major ENT surgical procedures and independently performed minor procedures, developing practical surgical skills.

Contributed to efficient ward management and pre/post-operative patient care, optimizing patient recovery and departmental workflow.

Gained extensive experience in operation theatre protocols and sterile techniques, enhancing surgical support capabilities.

DHQ Teaching Hospital D.I. Khan

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House Officer – General Medicine

Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Summary

Managed diverse medical emergencies and provided inpatient/outpatient care, gaining critical exposure to ICU settings and actively participating in life-saving procedures.

Highlights

Managed a high volume of medical emergencies and provided comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care, enhancing diagnostic and therapeutic skills.

Gained critical exposure to Intensive Care Unit (ICU) operations, contributing to the management of critically ill patients.

Assisted in vital procedures including pleural tapping, peritoneal paracentesis, and lumbar puncture, demonstrating proficiency in acute care interventions.

Participated in Basic Life Support (BLS) training, reinforcing emergency response capabilities and patient safety protocols.

DHQ Teaching Hospital D.I. Khan

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House Officer – Nephrology

Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

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Summary

Managed patients with acute and chronic kidney disease, gaining exposure to dialysis units and emergency nephrology services, while independently performing minor procedures.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive inpatient and emergency care for patients with acute and chronic kidney disease, managing complex cases within a tertiary care setting.

Gained hands-on experience in dialysis unit operations and emergency nephrology protocols, enhancing critical decision-making skills.

Independently performed minor medical procedures and assisted in critical interventions like CVP line insertion, demonstrating procedural competence.

Contributed to multidisciplinary team efforts in ward management, improving patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.

Volunteer

Volunteer

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Community Health Initiatives

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Actively participated in various community service initiatives, including free medical camps, blood donation drives, and public health awareness campaigns.

Highlights

Volunteered at multiple free medical camps, providing essential healthcare support and outreach to underserved communities.

Participated in Breast Cancer Awareness Campaigns, educating the public and promoting early detection.

Contributed as a voluntary blood donor and actively supported blood donation campaigns, addressing critical public health needs.

Engaged in public health awareness activities, disseminating vital health information to improve community well-being.

Organizer

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Gomal Medical College

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Organized the Basic Life Support Workshop, ensuring successful execution and hands-on participation to enhance medical emergency preparedness.

Highlights

Organized and facilitated the Basic Life Support Workshop in 2024, contributing to the training of medical professionals.

Ensured hands-on participation and effective learning for attendees, enhancing practical emergency response skills.

Editor (Pashto Section)

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HAYYAN Magazine

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Served as Editor for the Pashto Section of HAYYAN Magazine Volume 15, overseeing content development and publication.

Highlights

Led content curation and editing for the Pashto Section of HAYYAN Magazine Volume 15, ensuring linguistic and cultural accuracy.

Contributed to the successful publication of the magazine, enhancing its reach and relevance within the Pashto-speaking community.

Organizer

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Gomal Medical College

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Organized the Annual Research Day 2023, facilitating a platform for scientific presentations and knowledge exchange.

Highlights

Successfully organized the Annual Research Day 2023, providing a key platform for undergraduate research presentations.

Coordinated logistics and participant engagement, contributing to the event's success in fostering research interest.

Education

Gomal Medical College, Khyber Medical University

Dera Ismail Khan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
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Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Medicine and Surgery Grade: 77.62%

Courses

Medical Curriculum (First Professional MBBS: 82.57%, Second Professional MBBS: 73.38%, Third Professional MBBS: 81.88%, Fourth Professional MBBS: 77.33%, Final Professional MBBS: 75.00%)

Publications

Vaccination in Pakistan: A Cornerstone of Preventive Medicine in the 21st Century.

GJMS

The Role and Impact of Telemedicine on Healthcare in Pakistan.

GJMS

Cervicovaginal Agenesis: A Case Report of a Rare Congenital Anomaly with Delayed Clinical Recognition.

Pakistan Biomedical Journal

Refusal of Hemodialysis by Hospitalized Chronic Kidney Disease Patients in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan.

Indus Journal of Bioscience Research

Association of Gait Speed with Quality of Life in ESRD Patients with Uremic Pruritus.

JLUMHS

Re-evaluating Melanoma Treatment: Comparative Look at HSV and Coxsackievirus Oncolytic Therapies in Advanced Melanoma.

Melanoma Research

Comment on Safety and Tolerability of Multimodal Therapy for COVID-19.

American Journal of Therapeutics

Surge of Episiotomies in Pakistan: A Call for Better Practices.

KMUJ

Foreign Bodies in the Ear, Nose and Throat: Clinical Challenges and Management.

GJMS

Frequency of Rectal Polyps among Children Presenting with Rectal Bleeding.

Professional Medical Journal

Impact of Class Attendance on Academic Performance: Insights from Pre-Clinical Medical Students in a Modular System.

KMUJ

Health Professionals' Knowledge and Attitude Towards Patient Confidentiality and Associated Factors.

Professional Medical Journal

Antimicrobial Resistance in Pakistan: A Silent Pandemic at the Door.

Journal of Saidu Medical College

Laparoscopic Surgery: Stepping into a Clip-less Cholecystectomy Era.

JPMA

Does Hormone Replacement Therapy Have a Beneficial or Detrimental Effect on Cardiovascular Outcomes in Postmenopausal Women?

SEEJPH

Inguinal Dermoid Cyst in a Young Boy with Undescended Testis.

JBUMDC

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) Study on Dengue Fever among Medical Students in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan.

Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences

Languages

English

Urdu

Pashto

Certificates

Infection Prevention and Control Training

Public Health Association KP & UNICEF

Research Methodology Course

CANECSA–UNITAR

Certificate in Community Engagement & Involvement for Surgical Research

NIHR Global Surgery Unit

Provisionally Registered Medical Practitioner

Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC)

Basic Life Support Workshop

Gomal Medical College

Skills

Research & Analysis

SPSS, Medical Literature Review, Reference Management, Scientific Writing, Clinical Audit Methodology, Research Protocol Development, Manuscript Submission Process, Systematic Reviews, Meta-Analysis, Case Reports, Data Analysis.

Clinical Skills

Patient Management, Emergency Medicine, Inpatient Care, Outpatient Care, ICU Exposure, Minor Procedures, Surgical Assistance, Pre-operative Assessment, Post-operative Care, Trauma Management, CVP Line Insertion, Pleural Tapping, Peritoneal Paracentesis, Lumbar Puncture, Dialysis Unit Operations, ENT Emergency Management.

Medical Education & Leadership

Conference Presentations, Clinical Audits, Medical Education Activities, Workshop Organization, Undergraduate Research Activities, Community Outreach Programs, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Editing.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Office Suite, SPSS.

Public Health

Community Engagement, Infection Prevention and Control, Basic Life Support (BLS), Health Awareness Campaigns.

Interests

Surgical Specialties

Postgraduate Surgical Training, Clinical Research in Surgery, Academic Medicine.

Community Service

Free Medical Camps, Breast Cancer Awareness, Blood Donation, Public Health Advocacy.

Projects

Closed-Loop Clinical Audit of Operative Note Documentation

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Summary

Led a comprehensive closed-loop clinical audit focusing on the documentation quality of operative notes within a surgical unit of a tertiary care hospital in Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan.