Onyeka Nwankwo
Norwich,United Kingdom
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with broad clinical experience across multiple medical specialties. Confident in managing undifferentiated presentations, as well as acute and chronic conditions, with strong diagnostic acumen and clinical decision-making.
Proficient in patient examination, follow-up care, and problem-solving. A strong team player committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and contributing to improved healthcare outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work history
GPST3
Long Stratton Medical Partnership
Norwich, Norfolk
2025.08 - Current
- Gained extensive experience in manging a wide range of acute medical condition and long terms condition review daily as well as routine face to face appointments.
- Managing wide range of mental health concerns including patients with depression, anxiety, substance misuse focusing on safe prescribing, regular regular medication reviews and holistic care plan
- Conducting regular home visits with structured debriefs to reflect on complex cases and enhance clinical learning
- Managed end-of-life discussions compassionately with patients' families, aided informed decision-making process.
- Participating in MDT, GSF meeting and collaborating with district nurses, palliative care team, community PT/OT to enhance care for patient with advance illness/frailty/end of life.
- Developing a strong leadership and communication skills while ensuring continuity of care and patient-centred management in a high demand setting.
- Developing structured approach to managing women's and children's health through acute/regular clinics, baby checks, contraception reviews, and perimenopause/menopause management
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
GPST2
Shipdham Surgery
Norwich, Norfolk
2025.02 - 2025.08
- Managed a wide range of clinical presentations, with a particular focus on chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Managed wide range of acute same day need cases including paediatrics, geriatrics and women's health
- Worked collaboratively with district nurses, social prescribers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic patient care.
- Gained valuable experience in continuity of care, medication optimisation, and navigating health inequalities in underserved populations.
- Completed a QIP on Improving the Death Documentation Process in Shipdham Surgery
GPST2
Norfolk County Council/Long Stratton Partnership
Norwich, Norfolk
2024.08 - 2025.02
- It was a mixed ITP rotation spending time in public
health and GP surgery. - Gained broad exposure to public health through participation in regional teaching, directorate and specialisms meetings, and webinars, in addition to shadowing local services including CGL and iCASH.
- Completed a project on the National Childhood Measurement Programme briefing paper in Norfolk and presented findings at the Norfolk County Council Public Health Directorate meeting.
- As it was my first GP rotation, I had to multidisciplinary teams and resources available in primary care, and referral pathways.
- Gained excellent clinical exposure that enhanced my diagnostic acumen, examination skills, and management of common primary care presentations.
GPST1
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Dept. NNUH
Norwich, Norfolk
2024.05 - 2024.08
GPST1
Old Age Psychiatry, Julian Hospital, NSFT
Norwich, Norfolk
2024.02 - 2024.04
- Conducted memory assessments and managed patients with dementia under the supervision of a consultant psychiatrist
- Completed a Quality Improvement Activity (QIA) on the impact of ECG availability on treatment times in the North Older People’s Service, which was subsequently presented as a poster at the Royal College of Psychiatrists International Congress (June 2025)
GPST1
Acute Medicine Dept. NNUH
Norwich, Norfolk
2023.08 - 2024.02
Resident doctor
Hafar Al Batin Central Hospital
Hafar Al Batin, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
2020.11 - 2023.07
- First on-call during Emergency Department placement, assessing, resuscitating, and stabilising acutely unwell patients
- Escalated appropriately to senior colleagues and coordinated timely referrals to relevant specialties
- Facilitated admissions to medical wards, ICU, and isolation units working in collaboration with consultants
- Conducted comprehensive history taking and clinical examinations during internal Internal Medicine placement
- Requested and interpreted appropriate investigations, initiating management plans working closely consultants
- Participated in daily ward rounds, monitoring patient progress and adjusting management accordingly
- Recognised clinical deterioration and implemented appropriate escalation and treatment plans during ward covers.
- Completed discharge processes, including prescribing medications and arranging follow-up and referrals
Medical Officer
Pieta Hospital
Onitsha, Anambra State, Nigeria
2016.05 - 2020.10
- Assessed patients through comprehensive history taking and physical examination to develop differential diagnoses
- Responded promptly to emergencies and ensured rapid assessment and stabilisation of patients
- Conducted regular ward rounds and effectively monitored and documented patient progress
- Assisted in surgical procedures and contributed to safe and successful outcomes
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with nursing staff and other health professionals to optimise patient management
- Communicated effectively with patients’ families and provided clear updates on condition and prognosis
- Maintained up-to-date clinical knowledge through continuous professional development and training
Medical Officer
General Hospital Okposi
Okposi, Ohazara Local Government, Ebonyi state, Nigeria
2015.05 - 2016.05
- Managed acute emergencies across medical, surgical, paediatric, and obstetrics & gynaecology cases
- Identified critically unwell patients and arranged prompt referral to tertiary centres for advanced care
- Delivered timely patient assessments, formulated diagnoses and initiated management plans in consultation with the senior medical officer
- Requested and interpreted appropriate laboratory investigations to guide clinical decision-making
- Managed outpatient clinics, assessed patients, prescribed medications, and prepared medical reports where required.
- Assisted senior medical officers with minor surgical procedures
- Delivered training sessions for healthcare staff on standard clinical practices
Housemanship
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
Nnewi, Anambra State, Nigeria
2013.11 - 2014.12
- Rotated through different departments including
Surgery, Paediatrics, O&G, internal medicine.
Education
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria 2007.12 - 2013.07
2 Day Minor Surgery Entry Level & DOPS Assessment Minor Surgery and Joint Injection
Association of Surgeons in Primary Care ( ASPC)
Norwich, Norfolk 2025.10 - 2025.10
SENIOR SECONADRY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -
St Pauls' Academy High School
Ekwulobia, Anambra State Nigeria. 2002.09 - 2005.07
JUNIOR SECONADRY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -
Community Secondary School
Ndiowu, Anambra State 1999.09 - 2002.07
FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE -
Central School
Ndiowu, Anambra State 1993.09 - 1999.07
Skills
- Up to date Basic Life support
- Wonderful team player
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Calm under pressure
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
2 Day Minor Surgery Entry Level & DOPS Assessment Minor Surgery and Joint Injection
Association of Surgeons in Primary Care ( ASPC)
2025.10 - 2025.10
GPST3
Long Stratton Medical Partnership
2025.08 - Current
GPST2
Shipdham Surgery
2025.02 - 2025.08
GPST2
Norfolk County Council/Long Stratton Partnership
2024.08 - 2025.02
GPST1
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Dept. NNUH
2024.05 - 2024.08
GPST1
Old Age Psychiatry, Julian Hospital, NSFT
2024.02 - 2024.04
GPST1
Acute Medicine Dept. NNUH
2023.08 - 2024.02
Resident doctor
Hafar Al Batin Central Hospital
2020.11 - 2023.07
Medical Officer
Pieta Hospital
2016.05 - 2020.10
Medical Officer
General Hospital Okposi
2015.05 - 2016.05
Housemanship
Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
2013.11 - 2014.12
MBBS - Medicine and Surgery
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
2007.12 - 2013.07
SENIOR SECONADRY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -
St Pauls' Academy High School
2002.09 - 2005.07
JUNIOR SECONADRY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE -
Community Secondary School
1999.09 - 2002.07
FIRST SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE -
Central School
1993.09 - 1999.07