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Education
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Training Courses Attended
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Omar Elsaka

Psychiatry Speciality Doctor
Cardiff,CRF

Summary

Dedicated psychiatry trainee with a strong foundation in critical care and psychiatry. Developed essential clinical, leadership, and problem-solving skills through diverse medical experience. Made transition from critical care to psychiatry to understand and support individuals facing mental health challenges. Currently seeking higher training in psychiatry to enhance skills in patient-centered care and contribute to multidisciplinary teams. Committed to improving service quality and advancing mental health care for a positive impact in the field.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

CT3 Psychiatry Trainee

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
08.2021 - Current
  • Clinical Rotations: 24 months in General Adult Psychiatry, including 6 months in Drug & Alcohol Psychiatry
  • 6 months in Learning Disability Psychiatry
  • 6 months in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (CAMHS)
  • 6 months in Older Age Psychiatry
  • Responsibilities: Manage inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and on-call duties (~32-36 on-calls every 6 months)
  • Lead ward rounds, make complex clinical decisions, and manage a variety of psychiatric cases across all sub-specialties
  • Demonstrated strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills in managing crisis situations and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
  • Contributions to Quality: Actively participated in audits, quality improvement projects, formal teaching, and poster presentations
  • Continued commitment to patient safety and service improvement
  • Reason for Leaving: Continuing my CT3 Psychiatry Training to gain further experience and qualifications

ICU and Anaesthetist Registrar

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
03.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managed a 24-bed ICU and worked in theatres as well as covering A&E and medical ward emergencies
  • Developed strong leadership and critical decision-making abilities while handling complex, high-pressure situations
  • Worked with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care, enhancing my understanding of the organic causes of psychiatric symptoms and broadening my diagnostic approach
  • Reason for Leaving: Started my Psychiatry Core Training in Wales

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Pain Management

University of South Wales
Cardiff, United Kingdom
01-2022

Skills

Effective Time Management

Professional Registration

GMC: 7708568, Licensed to Practice

Training Courses Attended

  • Basic Clinical Skills (BCS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – Renewed annually, most recently in 11/01/24 as part of the Psychiatry Medical Update Annual Meeting at Grange University Hospital.
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Proposed Further Qualifications

Following the successful completion of my Postgraduate Diploma in Pain Management at Cardiff University, I am planning to pursue a Master's degree in Mental Health and Psychotherapy at Cardiff University. This further qualification aligns with my professional interests in enhancing psychotherapeutic techniques and mental health interventions.

Presentations And Conferences

  • Poster Presentation, A comparative analysis of Buvidal prescription across five health boards in Wales, presented during the RCPsych Wales Faculty of Addictions International Conference, 11/01/24, Cardiff, UK
  • Audit Presentation, Presented a project on Treatment Escalation Plans in Older Age Psychiatry at the South Wales Trainee Day, where I received 1st Prize.
  • International Conference, I will be attending the RCPsych International Congress scheduled for 06/01/25 in Wales.

Teaching Experience

Involved in formal teaching sessions for medical students and FY doctors throughout my training posts and during my previous job as an ICU and Anaesthetist Registrar. Regular case presentations as part of my mandatory training.

Management Experience

Responsible for inpatient care, outpatient clinics, and on-call duties in my current psychiatry training role. Led ward rounds, managed complex clinical situations, and demonstrated a clear understanding of my limitations, seeking guidance from senior colleagues when needed. Contributed to patient safety and quality care by navigating complex psychiatric and multidisciplinary cases.

Clinical Audit And Quality Improvement

  • Led an audit and quality improvement project on treatment escalation plans in older age psychiatric patients, which won 1st prize at the South Wales Trainee Day.
  • Part of a major quality improvement project on Buvidal prescription across five health boards in Wales, presented at the RCPsych Wales Faculty of Addictions International Conference.

Relevant Conferences Meetings Attended

  • RCPsych Wales Faculty of Addictions International Conference (11/01/24)
  • South Wales Trainee Day (Audit Presentation: Treatment Escalation Plans in Older Age Psychiatry – 1st Prize)
  • RCPsych International Congress – Upcoming in 06/01/25

Gmc Number

7708568

Publications

No publications yet, but I am eager to get involved in research and have ambitions to publish as the first author in the future.

Summary Of Experience

I have a broad range of experience across critical care, anesthesiology, and psychiatry, having worked in both Egypt and the UK. My time in ICU and anesthesiology equipped me with essential leadership and clinical decision-making skills, which I have carried into my psychiatric training. I am currently employed as a CT3 Psychiatry Trainee at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board in South Wales, where I am refining my skills in psychiatric care across several subspecialties.

Timeline

CT3 Psychiatry Trainee

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
08.2021 - Current

ICU and Anaesthetist Registrar

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust
03.2020 - 08.2021

Postgraduate Diploma - Pain Management

University of South Wales

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