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Hawraa Al Tameemi

Blackburn,United Kingdom

Summary

Experienced and dedicated Family Physician with over 10 years of international clinical experience across family medicine, emergency care, and geriatrics, delivering patient-centered care in diverse settings across the UK, and Iraq. Graduated from an English-language medical program in Iraq (2012), followed by a 2-year structured postgraduate internship covering the seven core specialties, including internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, psychiatry, obstetrics & gynecology, emergency medicine, and outpatient care.

Currently practicing in the NHS (UK) since January 2023, having obtained GMC full registration after passing both the OET (English proficiency exam) and required licensing assessments. Practicing medicine exclusively in English since then. All credentials and documentation are source-verified on the physiciansapply.ca portal (MINC: CAMD-0188-3583), demonstrating strong commitment to Canadian licensure pathways.

Proven ability to manage a wide spectrum of acute and chronic conditions across culturally diverse populations. Brings deep experience in integrated care, chronic disease management, preventative health, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Keen to contribute to underserved communities and Highly motivated to contribute to the healthcare system in Newfoundland and Labrador by applying for a Clinical Assistant position, bringing safe, effective, and evidence-based care to patients while supporting the local healthcare team.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Full License Doctor in Geriatric

East Lancashire Hospital Trust
Blackburn, United Kingdom
01.2023 - 07.2025

Full-Time | 40 hrs/week | OPRA, SDEC, Stroke Unit, General & Neurorehabilitation (Rakehead Centre)

Delivered holistic inpatient and community care for older adults across multiple geriatric units. Independently managed complex multimorbidity and chronic conditions, including stroke and frailty, while adhering to NICE and ALS guidelines. Acted as the lead physician at peripheral sites for 12 months under remote consultant supervision.

Key contributions included:

  • Comprehensive clinical assessments and individualized management plans
  • Active participation and leadership in MDT meetings and care coordination
  • Timely adjustments to treatment based on clinical and diagnostic findings
  • Supervision of junior doctors and medical students
  • Management of discharge planning, legal documentation, and referrals
  • Ongoing involvement in audits, QIPs, and regular CPD for GMC revalidation

General Practitioner

Al watheq polyclinic
Baghdad, Iraq
08.2015 - 11.2022
  • Managed high-volume outpatient clinics (20-30 patients/day), including general, pediatric, gynecology, and chronic disease care.
  • Assessed and treated common pediatric conditions (e.g., URTIs, fever, skin rashes, GI complaints).
  • Conducted gynecology consultations: menstrual issues, infections, contraception, and Pap smears.
  • Provided antenatal and postnatal care following national guidelines.
  • Followed up post-operative and minor surgical cases; performed wound care and dressing changes.
  • Performed procedures: suturing, abscess drainage, Pap smears, ECG interpretation.
  • Delivered patient education on lifestyle, child health, maternal care, and chronic disease management.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic and coordinated care.
  • Delivered culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population.
  • Applied evidence-based guidelines for diagnosis and treatment.
  • Managed urgent cases in walk-in settings and escalated appropriately.
  • Supervised junior doctors in outpatient settings.
  • Participated in audits and quality improvement activities.
  • Handled administrative tasks: referrals, reports, lab result reviews, and prescriptions.

Intern Doctor

Dar AL Shifa General Hospital
Baghdad, Iraq
07.2012 - 08.2014

Clinical Rotations:

  • Internal Medicine – 4 months (Jul 2012 – Nov 2012)
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology – 3 months (Aug 2012 – Nov 2012)
  • Paediatrics & Neonatology – 3 months (Mar 2013 – Jul 2013)
  • General Surgery – 4 months (Oct 2013 – Feb 2014)
  • Psychiatry – 3 months (Jul 2013 – Oct 2013)
  • Emergency Medicine – 3 months (Feb 2014 – May 2014)
  • General Practice & Outpatient Clinics – 3 months (May 2014 – Aug 2014)

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:
Completed a continuous, full-time 2-year structured internship covering all core specialties with supervised hands-on experience in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings. Performed patient assessments, diagnostic workups, treatment planning, and assisted in surgeries, deliveries, and emergency interventions. Actively participated in ward rounds, follow-ups, and discharge planning. Maintained ethical documentation and contributed to teaching junior medical students. Ensured adherence to patient safety and professional standards throughout.

Education

MBChB -

College of Medicine/Almustansiriah Universit
Baghdad

Skills

  • Venipuncture
  • Cannulation
  • Catheterization
  • ABG
  • Suturing
  • Basic surgical skills
  • Lumber Puncture
  • NG tube insertion
  • Chest drainage
  • Plural tab
  • Peritoneal tab
  • CPR
  • ECGs
  • IV cannulation

Licensure & Registration

  • Iraqi Medical Association – General Practitioner | Reg. No: 43172 | Since 2012
  • General Medical Council (UK) – Full License to Practise | GMC No: 7790731 | Since 2022

Courses & Certifications

  • Advanced Life Support (ALS)
    East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT), UK | Mar 2025
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    ELHT, UK | 2024
  • Advanced Communication Skills Course
    ELHT, UK | Sep 2024
  • Good Clinical Practice (GCP) Training
    National Institute for Health Research (NIHR), UK | Apr 2025
  • Emergency Radiology Course
    Radiopaedia.org | Apr 2022


  • Previous Certifications:
    Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
    Paediatric Life Support (PLS)

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent

Clinical Governance

  • ECG Documentation in Stroke Patients – Audit
    East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (ELHT), UK | Jan 2024
    Assessed compliance with ECG documentation on admission to the stroke unit. Led to improved adherence to stroke care protocols.
  • National Audit of Dementia – Casenote Review
    UK | Oct 2023
    Contributed to a nationwide evaluation of dementia care quality through structured case note reviews, focusing on assessment, management, and discharge planning.
  • MRI Referral Criteria for Tinnitus – Quality Improvement Project
    ELHT, UK | May 2023
    Implemented a NICE guideline-based referral checklist, resulting in 94% of MRI requests for tinnitus being appropriately justified and aligned with best practices.
  • Improving the Quality of Discharge Letters – Quality Improvement Project
    ELHT, UK | May 2025
    Aimed to enhance communication between secondary and primary care by improving the structure and content of discharge summaries. Focused on clarity, completeness, and guideline-based follow-up instructions. The intervention ensured summaries included the patient’s hospital course, interventions performed, and clearly defined follow-up plans—facilitating safer transitions of care and continuity in the community.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Full License Doctor in Geriatric

East Lancashire Hospital Trust
01.2023 - 07.2025

General Practitioner

Al watheq polyclinic
08.2015 - 11.2022

Intern Doctor

Dar AL Shifa General Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2014

MBChB -

College of Medicine/Almustansiriah Universit

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