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Haroon Ali

Bradford

Summary

Empathetic and driven international medical graduate (IMG), currently completing GMC registration, with a strong desire to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Seeking part-time or full-time work in care or rehabilitation settings to gain hands-on experience while pursuing a career in psychiatry. Passionate about making a meaningful difference through patient-centred, holistic care across both acute and long-term mental health support settings.

Overview

8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Psychiatry Seminars

PMU Department of Psychology and Psychiatry
Plovdiv
  • Participated in structured psychiatry seminars focused on the assessment and management of adults experiencing acute mental health crises, including presentations of psychosis, bipolar disorder, depressive disorders with suicidal ideation, and substance withdrawal.
  • Conducted psychiatric history-taking under the supervision of a senior psychiatrist, developing skills in active listening, empathy, and patient-centred communication.
  • Developed a strong appreciation for holistic, patient-centred care and the role of empowerment in mental health recovery through signposting to community resources and long-term recovery pathways.

Pre-diploma internship in Internal Medicine

Kaspela Hospital
Plovdiv
  • Worked in rheumatology and endocrinology departments
  • Took history, physical examination and assessed laboratory findings under supervision of a senior endocrinologist
  • Observed and participated in ultrasound examination of the thyroid

Pre-diploma internship in Paediatrics

PMU Department of Pediatrics
Plovdiv
  • Rotated through ICU and pulmonology units with additional exposure to cardiology and oncology, gaining insight into the multidisciplinary management of complex paediatric cases.
  • Conducted systematic assessments of paediatric patients, including respiratory evaluations, auscultation, and interpretation of ABGs.
  • Attended educational meetings and case presentations, deepening understanding of common and rare paediatric conditions (e.g., (a/)cyanotic congenital heart defects, epileptic seizures and spinal muscular atrophy).
  • Collaborated with the MDT, including doctors and nurses, to provide holistic and patient-centred care.


Education

Master's Degree in Medicine -

Plovdiv Medical University
Bulgaria
09.2018 - 02.2025

A-Levels -

Beckfoot Thornton
Bradford
09.2016 - 08.2018

Skills

  • Communicative empathy
  • Resilience in stressful situations
  • Attentive listening
  • Mental health literacy
  • Understanding of GMC's guidance to good medical practice, including confidentiality and data protection
  • Understanding of psychosocial support and assessment
  • Awareness of the Mental Health Act

Languages

English
Native
Punjabi
Advanced
Urdu
Intermediate
Bulgarian
Elementary

Affiliations

  • Sports (i.e. running, kickboxing)
  • Philosophy
  • Writing
  • Cooking

Evidence

Available upon request.

Timeline

Master's Degree in Medicine -

Plovdiv Medical University
09.2018 - 02.2025

A-Levels -

Beckfoot Thornton
09.2016 - 08.2018

Psychiatry Seminars

PMU Department of Psychology and Psychiatry

Pre-diploma internship in Internal Medicine

Kaspela Hospital

Pre-diploma internship in Paediatrics

PMU Department of Pediatrics

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