Enya Maria Whale
Summary
UK-trained Foundation Year 2 doctor currently working at Furness General Hospital, a geographically isolated district general hospital. Experienced in the assessment and management of undifferentiated adult and paediatric presentations, with strong skills in acute care, emergency stabilisation, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Adaptable and motivated, with a strong interest in emergency and pre-hospital care, seeking to contribute effectively as a Resident Medical Officer within the Australian healthcare system.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Foundation Year 1 & 2 Doctor
Furness General Hospital
, UK
- Managed undifferentiated Emergency Medicine presentations, delivering rapid assessment, stabilisation, and timely escalation, contributing to safe and efficient patient flow.
- Participated in cardiac arrest, peri-arrest, and trauma calls within a multidisciplinary team, supporting prompt life-saving interventions.
- Delivered structured SBAR handovers with high-quality documentation, ensuring continuity of care and reducing risk of clinical errors.
- Liaised with senior clinicians and referred patients to specialty teams, facilitating timely escalation and coordinated management for complex cases.
- Conducted sensitive conversations with patients and families, including breaking bad news, palliative care discussions, and DNAR decisions, enhancing patient understanding and shared decision-making.
- Provided patient-centred aftercare during General Practice rotations, including counselling, rehabilitation planning, and follow-up, improving patient recovery and engagement.
- Collaborated closely with nursing staff, allied health professionals, and senior medical colleagues to deliver safe, efficient, and multidisciplinary care.
Education
MBChB -
UK01.2024
Skills
Procedures & Practical Skills
- Venepuncture, peripheral IV cannulation, and arterial blood gas sampling
- Nasogastric tube and urinary catheter insertion
- Intraosseous access and chest drain insertion (with senior guidance)
- Wound care and suture management
- Advanced Life Support
Diagnostics & Monitoring
- ECG acquisition and interpretation
- Oxygen therapy and vital signs monitoring
Therapeutics & Prescribing
- Safe prescribing of medications
- IV fluid management and medication administration
Core Competencies
- Clear and compassionate communication
- Teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Resilience and prioritisation under pressure
- Professionalism and ethical decision-making
Pre-Hospital & Major Incident Experience
Isle of Man Elective – Motorsport & Trauma Medicine
- Participated as a TT First Aider during Isle of Man events, providing initial response in polytrauma simulations and high-pressure scenarios.
- Developed skills in rapid scene assessment, haemorrhage control, spinal immobilisation, and safe extrication of patients.
- Collaborated with emergency services and first responders, gaining experience in pre-hospital decision-making and communication.
- Presented a poster at the SECEM Conference (2022) on pre-hospital care during the Isle of Man TT, highlighting challenges in remote and time-critical trauma management.
Teaching & Leadership
- Foundation Doctor Representative (Psychiatry) – Advocated for trainee welfare, escalated patient safety and clinical governance concerns, and contributed to service improvement initiatives.
- Medical Student & FY1 Teaching – Delivered formal and informal bedside teaching sessions; participated in weekly departmental teaching meetings, covering case discussions, procedural skills, and acute care scenarios.
- Team Leadership – Coordinated multi-disciplinary care during ED shifts, liaising with nursing staff, allied health professionals, and senior medical colleagues to ensure safe, efficient patient management.
Quality Improvement
- Oxygen Prescribing Audit (Two Cycles) – Collected and analysed prescribing data, designed a poster, and presented findings at the Cross Bay Audit Meeting, contributing to improved adherence to oxygen therapy guidelines.
- Hyperglycaemia Management Audit (Ongoing) – Leading an audit in patients with myocardial infarction to evaluate adherence to local protocols and identify opportunities for safer inpatient care.
- Outpatient Follow-Up Improvement Project – Participated in a multidisciplinary QI project identifying gaps in local healthcare pathways that delayed safe discharge; contributed to actionable recommendations to improve continuity of care.
Certification
- Advanced Life Support (ALS), Nov 2025
- Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA), 2024
- Level 1 Ultrasound Course, Scheduled
- Wound and Suture Management, Scheduled
References
Dr Vimalkanth Umakanthan
- Emergency Medicine Consultant
- Clinical Lead For FGH ED
- Vimalkanth.umkanthan@mnht.nhs.uk
- 0782544232
Dr Raj Kondragunta
- Emergency Medicine Consultant
- Educational Supervisor
- Raj.kondragunta@mbht.nhs.uk
- 07894032789
Timeline
Foundation Year 1 & 2 Doctor
Furness General Hospital