Nsikan James Akpan
Birmingham,UK
Summary
Compassionate professional with strong foundation in medical science and patient care, excelling in communication and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage patient relationships and work collaboratively with healthcare teams. Committed to making a meaningful difference in patient outcomes through dedicated service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
GP Registrar, East Midlands Deanery
Lead Employer
Nottingham, East Midlands
2021.08 - 2025.02
- Provided essential primary care support, coordinating multidisciplinary services and targeted follow-up for holistic patient care. Stayed updated on current best practices through CPD activities, driving the quality of service provided.
Global Health Fellow
NHS Global Health Fellowship Volunteer Programme
Gulu, Uganda
2023.11 - 2024.03
- Volunteered at the St. Philips Medical Centre, undertaking a project aimed at improving access to cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination in Gulu.
Resident Medical Officer
NES Healthcare UK
BMI Bath Clinic, Nuffield Health Bristol , UK
2018.10 - 2021.07
- Worked closely with nursing staff ensuring all-round patient care, and managed emergencies effectively whilst on call duty at nights.
Arzt im Praktikum, Orthopaedics/Arthroplasty Unit
Helios Klinikum,
Koethen, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
2017.02 - 2018.07
- Physician Assistant role in Hip/Knee Arthroplasties
Resident Medical Officer
Royal Specialist Hospital
Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria
2016.04 - 2016.10
- Undertook active clinical work/casualty duties at this dedicated surgery centre
Medical Officer, Comprehensive Health Centre
National Youth Service Corps
Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria
2015.05 - 2016.04
- Consultations, Emergencies, ANC and PMTCT initiatives
Lead, Immunization Adverse Effects Monitoring Team
National Programme on Immunization
Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria
2015.11 - 2015.11
- Oversaw monitoring operations during the National Programme on Immunization Mop-Up Campaign in the Otukpo locality
Volunteer Work
Cry for Help for the Needy Foundation
Abuja, Nigeria
2014.03 - 2015.04
- Medical outreaches to IDP camps in North-East Nigeria, Emergency First Responder in the unfortunate incidents of the Immigration Service recruitment stampede and the Nyanya bombings in Abuja.
Medical Intern
National Hospital Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria
2013.12 - 2015.01
- Experience garnered include clinical assessment and treatment plans, prompt recognition of emergencies, basic intervention and appropriate referrals.
Education
First School Leaving Certificate -
Datimfon Nursery and Primary International School
Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria West Africa Exam Council Senior School Certificate -
University of Calabar International Secondary Sch.
Cross River State, Nigeria Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MB.BCh -
University of Calabar College of Medicine
Cross River State, Nigeria Primaries Fellowship, Faculty of Surgery -
West African College of Surgeons
MRCGP - General Practice
Royal College of General Practitioners
Nottingham 2001.04 - /2025
Skills
- A good grasp of the principles and ethics of medical practice
- Mental health awareness and safeguarding
- Clinical leadership, health promotion and patient education
- Basic and Advanced life support
Affiliations
- Fitness, hikes, bird-watching.
- Writing short articles and blogging.
- Tech enthusiast - proficient in Java, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
Accomplishments
Global Health Fellow, 2024
Nigerian Agip Oil Company Tertiary Scholarship Merit Award, 2007-2012
National First Prize Winner
- Young and Cerebral Essay Competition, 2014
- Centre for Productive Visionary Leadership National Essay Competition, 2013
- Friends of Students Essay Contest, 2009
UNESCO Best Student Award for Positive Livelihood, 1999
Timeline
Global Health Fellow
NHS Global Health Fellowship Volunteer Programme
2023.11 - 2024.03
GP Registrar, East Midlands Deanery
Lead Employer
2021.08 - 2025.02
Resident Medical Officer
NES Healthcare UK
2018.10 - 2021.07
Arzt im Praktikum, Orthopaedics/Arthroplasty Unit
Helios Klinikum,
2017.02 - 2018.07
Resident Medical Officer
Royal Specialist Hospital
2016.04 - 2016.10
Lead, Immunization Adverse Effects Monitoring Team
National Programme on Immunization
2015.11 - 2015.11
Medical Officer, Comprehensive Health Centre
National Youth Service Corps
2015.05 - 2016.04
Volunteer Work
Cry for Help for the Needy Foundation
2014.03 - 2015.04
Medical Intern
National Hospital Abuja
2013.12 - 2015.01
MRCGP - General Practice
Royal College of General Practitioners
2001.04 - /2025
First School Leaving Certificate -
Datimfon Nursery and Primary International School
West Africa Exam Council Senior School Certificate -
University of Calabar International Secondary Sch.
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, MB.BCh -
University of Calabar College of Medicine
Primaries Fellowship, Faculty of Surgery -
West African College of Surgeons