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Hunaid Sanjay Kanal

Hunaid Sanjay Kanal

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

A postgraduate student at UCL studying MSc Orthoptics, with a passion in ocular healthcare. I aim to leverage the practical experience and skills I gain amidst my education as a future Orthoptist, to make significant contributions in benefitting lives.


I am confident in my rapport building and engaging personality, especially with paediatric patients alongside adults, which would prove useful in providing a relaxed environment to patients. Ultimately, ensuring accurate diagnosis and management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work history

Orthoptics Placement 1.2.2

Royal United Hospital
Bath, United Kingdom
03.2025 - 04.2025

4-week block placement honing skills from placement 1.2.1 in paediatric and adult orthoptic clinics.

- Shadowed stroke and low-vision clinics alongside strabismus surgery with ophthalmologists.

- Notably, developed an interest in IVT injections.

Orthoptics Placement 1.2.1

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
London, United Kingdom
02.2025 - 03.2025

Achieved all my learning outcomes set by my University through a 4-week block placement involved with paediatric patients, rotating between Vale Drive, Oak Lake and Grahame Park clinics.

  • Learning outcomes:

i) Investigating and diagnosing patients with concomitant deviations.
ii) Diagnosing and classifying patients with amblyopia, as well as openly discussing management plans.
iii) Honing skills in assessment of ocular motility, testing all systems clinically and be able to record results appropriately.
iv) Demonstrated awareness of evidence based practice to enhance clinical decision making.

  • Assisted in vision-screening with a speech and language nurse at Churchill Primary School.


Customer assistant

Marks & Spencer
London, United Kingdom
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Collaborated efficiently with team members to maintain smooth store operations.
  • Ensured health and safety regulations complied within work premises at all times.
  • Dealt effectively with customer complaints, resolving issues professionally and amicably.
  • Managed high-volume customer queries simultaneously through effective multitasking.

Extracurriculars

Hamilton Aquatics
01.2016 - 07.2021
  • Awarded over 50 medals and trophies across inter-club, district, state, national, and international level competitions.
  • Set a record in the 50m Backstroke at the regional and state level competition.
  • Received a sports scholarship from Delhi Private School Dubai for the years 2019-2021 in recognition of outstanding athletic performance.
  • Honoured as a distinguished athlete by Delhi Private School Dubai, given the privilege to host the national flag during Republic Day celebrations.

Representative swimmer for UAE

ISF World School Championships
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
05.2019 - 05.2019
  • Selected to represent United Arab Emirates in Swimming, in 50/100m Backstroke, 50/100m Breaststroke, competing at an international level.
  • Demonstrated high levels of discipline, commitment, and time management by balancing rigorous training schedules (18-20 hours per week) with academic responsibilities.
  • Achieved B-final positioning in respective races, showcasing adaptability to high-pressure environments, maintaining peak performance in competitive settings.
  • Interaction with athletes from varying countries, enhancing cultural competency and international exposure.
  • Collaborated with team members of competitive and disciplinary nature, showcasing strong teamwork and communication.

Education

Master of Science - Orthoptics

University College London
London, United Kingdom
09.2024 -

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biochemistry

University Of Bath
Bath, United Kingdom
09.2021 - 07.2024

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Leadership
  • Critical thinking
  • Cross-Cultural Competence
  • Communication & Teamwork
  • Disciplinary

Timeline

Orthoptics Placement 1.2.2

Royal United Hospital
03.2025 - 04.2025

Orthoptics Placement 1.2.1

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
02.2025 - 03.2025

Customer assistant

Marks & Spencer
11.2024 - 01.2025

Master of Science - Orthoptics

University College London
09.2024 -

Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Biochemistry

University Of Bath
09.2021 - 07.2024

Representative swimmer for UAE

ISF World School Championships
05.2019 - 05.2019

Extracurriculars

Hamilton Aquatics
01.2016 - 07.2021
Hunaid Sanjay Kanal