Eleni Gatsouli
London,United Kingdom
Summary
An accomplished anaesthetist with extensive expertise in providing general and regional anaesthesia, including ultrasound-guided peripheral blocks. Demonstrates proficiency in difficult airway management and video laryngoscopy, alongside a strong background in pre-operative assessment and pain management. Skilled in arterial and central venous line insertion. Experienced in managing critically ill patients in ICU settings, offering advanced life support. Possesses a solid understanding of biostatistics and research methodology, complemented by excellent team working and communication skills. Committed to teaching and fostering effective collaboration among healthcare professionals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Resident Doctor in ICU
Hammersmith Hospital
London, England
08.2025 - Current
- Provided care to patients post-major cardiac surgery.
- Delivered comprehensive care to critically ill patients in intensive care unit.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies using advanced life support techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments and monitored vital signs for patient stability.
- Administered medications and therapies per established protocols and guidelines.
- Mentored junior doctors and medical students in clinical procedures and decision-making.
Resident Doctor in Anaesthetics
St Mary’s Hospital NHS Trust
London, England
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Administered anaesthetic techniques for elective and emergency surgical procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient care and safety.
- Provided post-operative care and pain management strategies to facilitate recovery.
- Participated in clinical audits to evaluate adherence to anaesthetic guidelines.
- Contributed to major trauma team managing emergency injuries.
- Administered anaesthesia for obstetric and paediatric patients.
- Delivered anaesthesia for vascular surgery and neurosurgery cases.
Resident doctor in Anaesthetics
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
LONDON, England
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Delivered anaesthesia for cardiothoracic surgeries, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patients' medical histories and anaesthetic risks, formulating tailored anaesthetic plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to oversee perioperative care and resolve patient concerns.
- Adhered to clinical guidelines while providing high-quality patient care.
- Educated junior staff on anaesthetic techniques and emergency protocols, promoting a culture of learning.
- Conducted pre-operative assessments to evaluate patients' medical histories and anaesthetic risk factors.
Junior Clinical Fellow in Neurocritical Care
National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery
London, England
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered high-quality care to patients in Neurocritical Care Unit.
- Trained in mechanical ventilation and tracheostomy techniques.
- Performed intubation and bedside procedures, including arterial line and CVC insertion.
- Participated in MDT meetings to discuss patient care strategies.
- Facilitated effective communication among patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to discussions on best interests of patients and organ donation processes.
- Engaged in teaching opportunities to enhance departmental training initiatives.
Anaesthetics Resident
Anaesthetics Department of 424 Military Hospital
Thessaloniki, Greece
07.2019 - 07.2021
- Administered anaesthesia for over 600 cases, including 400 intubations and 200 regional anaesthetics, while maintaining precise documentation.
- Conducted pain management reviews for patients with epidurals, PCA pumps, and peripheral nerve blocks.
- Cross-covered Critical Care Unit to ensure continuous patient support.
- Participated in cardiac arrest response team to provide emergency care.
- Completed five to ten 24-hour shifts monthly in Anaesthetics Department and Intensive Care Unit.
- Assisted or performed transfers of critically ill patients between hospitals.
Medical Doctor
181 Guided Missiles Squadron-Hawk
Thessaloniki
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Medical support of operational military activities
- Coordination of a team of approximately 1-2 medical doctors (soldiers) and 3-4 paramedics
- Medical training of junior doctors and nurses
- Teaching lessons regarding First Aid in the Battlefield, Military Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
- Preventive medicine, eg presentations/health quality checks
- Improvement of the medical facilities and provision of pharmaceutical supplies
Medical Doctor
80th National Guard Medical Battalion
Kos Island
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Provided medical support for operational military activities, enhancing readiness and response.
- Coordinated a team of 1-2 medical doctors and 3-4 paramedics to ensure effective care.
- Conducted training sessions for junior doctors and nurses on advanced medical procedures.
- Delivered lessons on First Aid in the Battlefield and Military Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support.
- Advised Battalion Commander on personnel health issues to inform strategic decisions.
- Improved medical facilities and ensured adequate provision of pharmaceutical supplies.
Medical Trainee
401 Military Hospital of Athens
Athens, Greece
10.2014 - 08.2015
- Completed six months of rotations across Anaesthetics, ICU, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, and Urology.
- Acquired hands-on experience within Anaesthetics as Junior Staff, performing SHO duties.
- Conducted 24-hour duties in Emergency Service, ensuring prompt patient care.
Education
Master's Degree - Biostatistics and Research Methodology
University of Thessaly
LarissaDoctor of Medicine - Medicine
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
ThessalonikiSecond Lieutenant - Medicine
Hellenic Military School of Corps Officers
ThessalonikiSkills
- General and regional anaesthesia
- Difficult airway management
- Pre-operative assessment
- Pain management
- Arterial and central line insertion
- Cardiac output monitoring
- ICU and pain team ward rounds
- ICU patient management
- Advanced life support
- Management of major trauma
- Intubated patient transfer
- Anaesthesia provision out of theatre
- Multitasking skills
- Professional confidentiality
- Team collaboration
- Teaching and training
Accomplishments
- GMC registration with a license to practise
- Thessaloniki Medical Council registration with a licence to practise
Certification
- 2025 Winter Symposium, RCoA
- Bleeding, clotting and haemorrhage 2025, Association of Anaesthetists
- Introduction to Regional Anaesthesia - Plan A blocks (UCLH), (London 2025)
- Airway workshop (RCOA), (London 2025)
- Trauma study day for registrars (SMH), (London 2025)
- Resuscitation Level 2 for Doctors, (55 mins) -CALS, CICU Department induction stimulation course, (1 hour)
- Advanced pain regional study day (PGMDE) ( London 2024)
- Pan London, Advanced pain regional study day (Paediatric Pain) (London 2024)
- Pain week training session online (London, 2024)
- TIVA online course, 2023
- Pan-London Stage 1 Regional Training Day in Obstetrics, London, 2023
- 3rd ESRA European Day of Regional Anaesthesia European Society of Regional Anaesthesia 2020
- Non-Technical Skills Simulation Course: "Improving Safety in Health Systems" University of Crete, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgery Anaesthesiology 2020
- GIC (Generic Instructor Course) European Rescusitation Council 2019
- ALS European Rescusitation Council 2019
- ATLS American College of Surgeons 2015
Timeline
Resident Doctor in ICU
Hammersmith Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Resident Doctor in Anaesthetics
St Mary’s Hospital NHS Trust
08.2024 - 07.2025
Resident doctor in Anaesthetics
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
02.2023 - 07.2024
Junior Clinical Fellow in Neurocritical Care
National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery
09.2022 - 01.2023
Anaesthetics Resident
Anaesthetics Department of 424 Military Hospital
07.2019 - 07.2021
Medical Doctor
181 Guided Missiles Squadron-Hawk
01.2018 - 07.2019
Medical Doctor
80th National Guard Medical Battalion
08.2015 - 05.2017
Medical Trainee
401 Military Hospital of Athens
10.2014 - 08.2015
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Second Lieutenant - Medicine
Hellenic Military School of Corps Officers
Master's Degree - Biostatistics and Research Methodology
University of Thessaly