Hafsa Syeda Shuaib
WKO
Summary
Motivated medical graduate with broad clinical experience in internal medicine, including acute and chronic patient care across diverse healthcare settings in Bahrain and New Zealand. Skilled in patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and multidisciplinary teamwork, with a strong commitment to patient-centred care. Actively engaged in research with multiple publications, supporting evidence-based practice. I am applying for a Clinical Fellow position within the NHS to further develop my skills in internal medicine while contributing to high-quality patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elective in Nephrology
Salmaniya Medical Complex
Manama
01.2025 - Current
- Developed expertise in nephrology through management of chronic kidney disease and acute kidney injury.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic procedures to create tailored treatment plans.
Intern Doctor
Salmaniya Medical Complex
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Rotated through core internal medicine specialties, gaining comprehensive experience in the assessment and management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Conducted patient clerking, including detailed history taking, physical examinations, and formulation of differential diagnoses and management plans.
- Assisted in the day-to-day care of inpatients and outpatients, ensuring delivery of safe, patient-centred care.
- Worked collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes and coordinate care.
- Participated in ward rounds, case discussions, and handovers, contributing to clinical decision-making.
- Performed basic clinical procedures under supervision, including venepuncture, cannulation, and interpretation of laboratory results.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records using electronic health system.
Internship
Salmaniya Medical Complex
Manama
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes across diverse medical specialties.
- Developed comprehensive patient management strategies for emergency care and post-operative recovery.
- Acquired extensive experience in patient assessments, diagnosis, treatment, and surgical assistance.
Elective in Neurology
Waikato Hospital
Hamilton
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Assessed, diagnosed, and managed patients with neurological disorders, enhancing quality of care.
- Documented and tracked patient information using electronic health record systems, improving data accessibility.
Elective in the field of psychiatry
Waikato Hospital
Hamilton
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Diagnosed and managed diverse mental health conditions, including mood disorders, psychosis, and anxiety disorders, enhancing patient treatment outcomes.
- Conducted psychiatric evaluations and applied psychopharmacology and therapeutic interventions to improve patient care strategies.
- Built rapport and provided compassionate care, fostering therapeutic relationships that supported individuals facing mental health challenges.
Education
MB BCH BẢO -
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
Manama, BahrainBachelors of Science - Microbiology
University of Otago
Dunedin, New ZealandSkills
- Clinical coordination
- Patient-focused care
- Research proficiency
- Teaching expertise
- Clinical assessment
- Healthcare management
Certification
- ACLS Course, Completed the cognitive skills and evaluations in line with the American Heart Association Heart-saver CPR and program.
- Heart Savers, A comprehensive course related to emergency medicine skills such as how to properly insert a nasogastric tube and perform a tracheostomy.
Accomplishments
- Published Research Paper, Audit Report: Evaluating the effectiveness of infection prevention and control programs in healthcare facilities., 12/28/24
- Published Research Paper, Association between long-term air pollution exposure and the burden of respiratory diseases among urban populations: a systematic review of epidemiological evidence., 09/26/24
- Published Research Paper, Effectiveness of telemedicine for chronic disease management in rural populations: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials and observational studies., 09/25/24
- Published Research Paper, Advancing Prenatal Testing: Non-invasive aneuploidy screening in high-risk Pregnancies., 04/01/24
- Tutor and Mock Examiner in Psychiatry, For Year 4 medical students., 2024
- Research papers soon to be published, Readmission Audit for Mental Health Inpatients: A Comprehensive 2024 Re-Audit Report at Waikato hospital., 01/30/26
- Research papers soon to be published, Osteoarthritis and Cartilage. Rheumatoid Arthritis Pharmacotherapy: Preventive or Promotive of Diabetes Mellitus?, 08/11/21
Extracurricular Activities
Dodgeball tournament, Was part of the team that organised a collaboration dodgeball tournament that raised over $700 for the Bahrain Disabled Sports Federation., 11/01/23 Think Pink Foundation Walk, Organised a Think Pink foundation walk for breast cancer awareness. Donations were raised.
Presentations
- Paediatric case review of sickle cell disease, 11/19/24
- Identifying and managing pancreatitis, 11/06/24
- Functional neurological disorder - a case study, 06/28/23
Timeline
Elective in Nephrology
Salmaniya Medical Complex
01.2025 - Current
Intern Doctor
Salmaniya Medical Complex
08.2024 - 08.2025
Internship
Salmaniya Medical Complex
08.2024 - 08.2025
Elective in Neurology
Waikato Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Elective in the field of psychiatry
Waikato Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2021
MB BCH BẢO -
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
Bachelors of Science - Microbiology
University of Otago