Chinenye Ezeofor
Basildon,Essex
Summary
I am an enthusiastic GP trainee with a clear passion for teaching and developing others. As an International Support Fellow, I design and deliver educational sessions, provide mentorship, and support internationally trained doctors in navigating UK general practice. I am organised, collaborative, and skilled in digital systems, with a strong commitment to improving learning environments, supporting wellbeing, and enhancing the quality of primary care training.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work history
International support fellow
Primary Care School NHS England, East of England
Basildon, Essex
08.2025 - Current
International Support Fellow | Primary Care School, NHS England (East of England)
- Provided dedicated pastoral, educational, and professional support to internationally trained GPs and trainees transitioning into UK primary care.
- Facilitated onboarding, induction, and adaptation programmes, helping clinicians understand UK clinical practice, NHS systems, and cultural expectations.
- Delivered one-to-one guidance on portfolio requirements, exam preparation (e.g., MRCGP), and progression pathways.
- Coordinated local support networks and liaised with Training Programme Directors, supervisors, and other NHS stakeholders to ensure cohesive support.
- Developed and delivered workshops and teaching sessions focused on communication skills, consultation style, and clinical governance.
- Identified barriers faced by international graduates and implemented strategies to improve wellbeing, retention, and training outcomes.
- Acted as a point of contact for international trainees, promoting inclusivity, resilience, and a positive training environment.
General practise specialty registrar
Mersey and West Lancashire teaching hospital NHS
Basildon, Essex
08.2023 - Current
- Provide holistic, patient-centred primary care under supervision within a busy general practice setting.
- Manage a wide range of acute, chronic, and preventive health needs across all age groups, including history-taking, examination, diagnosis, and development of evidence-based management plans.
- Deliver continuity of care for long-term conditions, support health promotion, and prescribe safely in accordance with clinical guidelines. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and liaise effectively with secondary care services.
- Participate in out-of-hours urgent care, contribute to practice audits and quality improvement projects, and maintain a comprehensive e-portfolio through reflective learning, assessments, and regular educational supervision as part of progression toward MRCGP and independent GP practice.
Medical Officer (junior clinical fellow)
Nnamdi Azikiwe University teaching Hospital
Nnewi , Anambra state
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Conducted regular medical examinations for early disease detection.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge through continuous professional development activities, ensured best practice adherence.
- Participated in public health campaigns to enhance local wellbeing awareness.
- Collaborated with specialists for advanced patient care.
- Performed routine health checks, detected potential health issues early.
- Managed outpatient clinics for efficient service delivery.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - medicine and surgery
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (college of health sciences)
Anambra state, Nigeria 10.2010 - 08.2017
GCSEs - seconday school(sciences)
Grundtvig International secondary school
Oba, Anambra state 09.2004 - 07.2010
Skills
Key Skills
Clinical & GP Training Skills
- Comprehensive Clinical Assessment – Skilled in history-taking, examination, differential diagnosis, and development of evidence-based management plans
- Safe & Effective Prescribing – Competent in guideline-based prescribing, medication reviews, and antimicrobial stewardship
- Holistic & Person-Centred Care – Manage complex multimorbidity with a biopsychosocial approach and provide continuity of care
- Acute & Unscheduled Care – Experience managing urgent presentations and participating in out-of-hours primary care
- Chronic Disease Management – Proficient in managing long-term conditions including asthma, diabetes, hypertension, and mental health conditions
- Multidisciplinary Teamworking – Collaborate effectively with practice teams and external services to coordinate patient care
- Clinical Governance & QI – Engage in audits, reflective practice, and quality improvement to enhance safety and service delivery
Educational & Support Skills (International Support Fellow)
- Educational Mentorship – Support international doctors with induction, portfolio completion, exam preparation, and transition to UK primary care
- Pastoral & Wellbeing Support – Provide culturally sensitive, compassionate support to trainees facing professional or personal challenges
- Teaching & Facilitation – Deliver workshops and teaching sessions on communication, consultation skills, and NHS systems
- Cross-Cultural Awareness – Understand challenges faced by internationally trained clinicians and tailor support accordingly
- Stakeholder Collaboration – Work closely with TPDs, supervisors, and NHS education teams to ensure cohesive trainee support
- Program Development – Contribute to planning, delivery, and evaluation of initiatives for international medical graduates
Digital, Organizational & Professional Skills
- Proficient Use of Clinical and Administrative Software – Experienced with SystmOne, Docman, AccuRx, e-Portfolios, MS Office, virtual consultation platforms, and NHS digital systems
- Excellent Organisation & Time Management – Able to balance clinical workload, educational duties, and administrative tasks effectively
- Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Build rapport with patients, colleagues, and trainees from diverse backgrounds
- Leadership & Initiative – Lead support initiatives and contribute to improvements within training and educational programmes
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving – Respond flexibly to changing demands with practical, solution-focused approaches
Accomplishments
Awards / Honours
- Amongst Top 10 Graduating Students, Medical School – Recognised for academic excellence and consistently high performance.
- Course Representative, Medical School – Elected by peers to represent student interests, support communication with faculty, and contribute to curriculum and programme development.
Timeline
International support fellow
Primary Care School NHS England, East of England
08.2025 - Current
General practise specialty registrar
Mersey and West Lancashire teaching hospital NHS
08.2023 - Current
Medical Officer (junior clinical fellow)
Nnamdi Azikiwe University teaching Hospital
04.2021 - 07.2023
Doctor of Medicine - medicine and surgery
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (college of health sciences)
10.2010 - 08.2017
GCSEs - seconday school(sciences)
Grundtvig International secondary school
09.2004 - 07.2010