Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Teaching and Mentorship
Licences
Languages
Additional Information
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Dr Zahra Kadom

Dr Zahra Kadom

London

Summary

As an experienced Family Medicine Consultant with over 11 years of clinical experience in acute care, community clinics, and the private sector, I am well-equipped to provide high-quality medical care. My clinical interests focus on women's health and holistic care, and I am pursuing certification in functional medicine to further enhance my skills and knowledge. In addition to clinical work, I have a passion for teaching and mentoring junior doctors and medical students at teaching hospitals and academic institutions. I hold a license with the GMC in the UK and have full DHA registration for the UAE.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Medicine Consultant

The Pine Medical Centre (NHS Sector)
02.2021 - Current
  • Diagnose and treat patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
  • Duty Doctor on call responsibilities, managing results, hospital letters and prescriptions
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimise clinical processes and enhance overall patient care
  • Proficient in IT and clinical systems
  • Mentored Allied Health Professionals and medical students, fostering professional growth and skill development within the healthcare team.

Family Medicine Consultant

Nuffield Health Clinics (Private Sector)
02.2021 - Current
  • Conducting GP Health Assessments, providing holistic, whole-person care
  • Focused on early detection of potential health issues through routine screening and assessment, resulting in timely interventions when needed.
  • Promote preventive healthcare measures through regular check-ups and patient education on healthy lifestyle choices.
  • Develop personalised treatment plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Uphold a professional demeanor during patient interactions, fostering trust and confidence in the quality of care provided.

Family Medicine Consultant

Integrated Paediatric Community Clinic
03.2019 - 12.2022
  • Community clinic with patient consultations alongside a Consultant Paediatrician
  • Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
  • Delivered expert consultations and generated relevant referrals for effective treatment plans.
  • Sharing learning from sessions with GP practice and GP colleagues within the networj

Family Medicine Consultant

Islip Manor Medical Surgery
08.2018 - 03.2020
  • Conducted detailed patient assessments to identify symptoms and accurately diagnose conditions, leading to more effective treatment plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and attentive care during consultations and treatments.
  • Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.

GP Specialist Registrar

The Warren Practice
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Provided ongoing support to patients with chronic illnesses by monitoring their progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
  • Successfully managed a diverse patient population, including those presenting with rare or complex medical conditions.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop integrated care strategies for complex cases involving multiple medical issues or comorbidities.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay current on the latest advancements in medical knowledge and technology.
  • Established strong relationships with local pharmacies to ensure timely medication refills for patients requiring long-term prescriptions management.

GP Specialist Registrar

The Devonshire Lodge Practice
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Developed effective consultation skills focusing on patient-centred care
  • Adept at both in-person consulting and use of telemedicine such as video calls and telephone calls
  • Managing results, hospital letters, prescriptions and generating appropriate referrals

GP Specialist Registrar

The Hillingdon Hospitals Foundation Trust
08.2015 - 02.2017

6 month placements in Teaching Hospitals in the following specialities:

  • Paediatrics
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine/Neurology
  • Palliative Care


Junior Doctor

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust / Royal Brompton Hospital, Acute, Trauma, Orthopaedics
08.2014 - 08.2015

4 month rotations at teaching hospitals in the following specialities:

  • Burns / Plastics / Trauma and Orthopaedics
  • Intensive Care Unit
  • Acute Medicine


Junior Doctor

The Hillingdon Hospitals Foundation Trust
08.2013 - 08.2014

4 month rotations in teaching hospitals in the following specialities:

  • Urology and Vascular Surgery
  • Acute and Respiratory Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine


Education

MBBS BSc - Medicine

Imperial College London School of Medicine
United Kingdom
07-2013

DRCOG (Diploma) -

Royal College of Obstetrics And Gynaecology
United Kingdom
10-2017

MRCGP - General Practice

Royal College of General Practitioners, Medical Council
United Kingdom
08-2018

Teaching and Mentorship

August 2018 – March 2021

Medical clinical tutor and examiner 

Universities: King’s College London, University College London, Barts and the London, Imperial College London

Facilitation of small group sessions with students and simulation practice with actors

Small group directed learning with case studies focused on systems and specialties e.g. Paediatrics

Examiner for OSCE medical examinations and resits (medical school years 1-6) 


July 2019 – June 2021

Hillingdon Young Practitioners Lead, London

Facilitation and leading seminars and workshops for Family Medicine trainee doctors at Hillingdon Hospital, London

Running annual recruitment event for newly qualified Family Medicine doctors with local surgeries


Imperial College London Alumni Mentoring Scheme 

Mentor to two early-stage medical students (from a disadvantaged background) over the course of one year

https://www.imperial.ac.uk/alumni/volunteer/volunteer-stories/zahra-kadom/


August 2017 – July 2018

General Practice Training Scheme Trainee Representative

Pan-London bi-monthly meetings

Liaison and representative of Hillingdon trainees

Organisation of pan-London GP trainee conference held at The Oval Cricket Ground, London

Licences

Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners, London, United Kingdom

Membership number 105282


General Medical Council, London United Kingdom

License to Practice on the GP specialist register 

Membership number 7419404


Dubai Health Authority, United Arab Emirates

Registration for DHA License 

Membership number 36980465

Languages

  • English (fluent), Arabic (native), French (beginner)

Additional Information

Currently pursuing certification in Functional Medicine (IFM) 2025-2026

Drafting manuscript with colleagues (systematic review and meta-analysis) ready for publication 2025

Timeline

Family Medicine Consultant

The Pine Medical Centre (NHS Sector)
02.2021 - Current

Family Medicine Consultant

Nuffield Health Clinics (Private Sector)
02.2021 - Current

Family Medicine Consultant

Integrated Paediatric Community Clinic
03.2019 - 12.2022

Family Medicine Consultant

Islip Manor Medical Surgery
08.2018 - 03.2020

GP Specialist Registrar

The Warren Practice
08.2017 - 08.2018

GP Specialist Registrar

The Devonshire Lodge Practice
02.2017 - 08.2017

GP Specialist Registrar

The Hillingdon Hospitals Foundation Trust
08.2015 - 02.2017

Junior Doctor

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust / Royal Brompton Hospital, Acute, Trauma, Orthopaedics
08.2014 - 08.2015

Junior Doctor

The Hillingdon Hospitals Foundation Trust
08.2013 - 08.2014

MBBS BSc - Medicine

Imperial College London School of Medicine

DRCOG (Diploma) -

Royal College of Obstetrics And Gynaecology

MRCGP - General Practice

Royal College of General Practitioners, Medical Council
Dr Zahra Kadom