Stephen Lenaghan
Banbridge,Co. Down,
Summary
Motivated and dedicated resident doctor currently training in Northern Ireland, with a strong clinical interest in anaesthetics and intensive care medicine. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care in high-pressure environments, with a keen focus on patient safety, multidisciplinary collaboration, and continuous professional development. Enthusiastic about further training and research in anaesthesia and critical care, aiming to contribute meaningfully to the evolving field of perioperative and intensive care medicine.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Foundation Year 2 Doctor
NIMDTA
08.2024 - Current
Neurosurgery, Royal Victoria Hospital
Worked across acute and elective neurosurgical admissions, contributing to emergency management and perioperative care. Performed procedures such as lumbar punctures and assisted with burr holes in theatre. Gained confidence in interpreting neuroimaging and managing neurosurgical emergencies.
Intensive Care Unit, Royal Victoria Hospital
Completed a placement in Northern Ireland’s regional ICU, managing critically unwell patients with multi-organ failure. Performed procedural skills including in intubation (supervised), supraglottic airways, central and arterial line insertions. Actively contributed to daily planning, stabilisation, and resuscitation efforts in a multidisciplinary team.
Medical Oncology, Belfast City Hospital
Cared for patients with advanced malignancy, gaining experience in holistic and palliative care. Participated in regional teaching by delivering a session on adrenal insufficiency. Developed skills in difficult communication and contributed to a quality improvement project focusing on the safe management of ascitic drains.
Foundation Year 1 Doctor
NIMDTA
08.2023 - 08.2024
General Surgery, Craigavon Area Hospital
Gained experience in the management of acutely unwell surgical patients, with a focus on clinical prioritisation, efficient time management, and safe escalation. Developed confidence in working under pressure and coordinating care within a busy surgical team.
General Medicine (Respiratory), Daisy Hill Hospital
Responsible for daily patient reviews and assessing new respiratory referrals. Gained exposure to a wide range of respiratory pathology and participated in multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions, including the lung cancer MDM, enhancing both clinical and collaborative decision-making skills.
General Medicine (Cardiology), Craigavon Area Hospital
Managed patients with acute cardiac conditions including arrhythmias, chest pain, and heart failure. Performed DC cardioversions and applied ALS principles to manage brady- and tachyarrhythmias, strengthening acute care and procedural skills in cardiology.
Skills
Clinical Decision-Making
Confident in assessing and managing acutely unwell patients, prioritising clinical needs, and escalating appropriately Experienced in responding to emergencies, including the early management of deteriorating patients
Acute and Emergency Care
Developed strong skills in acute care through rotations in high-pressure environments, with a particular interest in the emergency and perioperative management relevant to anaesthetics and ICU
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Effective communicator with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams Skilled in managing difficult conversations, handovers, and liaising with seniors and allied health professionals
Teamwork and Collaboration
Work well within fast-paced, multidisciplinary teams Value shared decision-making and support a positive, collaborative working culture
Teaching and Medical Education
Organised and delivered structured simulation teaching for final-year students and contributed to regional teaching during clinical placements Demonstrated leadership, planning, and public speaking skills in educational settings
Education
MB, BCh, BAO | 09/2018 to 07/2023
Medicine, Queen's University Belfast
A-Levels | 09/2016 to 08/2018
Chemistry A*, Biology A*, Physics A*, Mathematics A
St. Colman's College, Newry
GCSE's | 09/2013 to 08/2016
7 A*, 3A
St. Colman's College, Newry
Certification
GMC (full registration) - 7988858
Advanced Life Support, Resuscitation Council UK | 2023
Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA) | 2023
Accomplishments
Regional Teaching, Medical Oncology
Planned and delivered a regional teaching session on adrenal insufficiency, demonstrating strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills. This experience also reflects confidence in public speaking, the ability to convey complex information clearly, and a commitment to peer education.
Managing the acutely unwell surgical patient, Simulation Teaching
Led a one month simulation teaching programme for all final-year medical students in BHSCT transitioning to clinical practice. Designed and delivered sessions on real-life scenarios, including emergency management, communication, and multidisciplinary decision-making. Demonstrated initiative, leadership, and a strong commitment to medical education and patient safety.
Events Coordinator, SWOT (Student Working Overseas Trust) — 4th Year Medical Student Organised and managed fundraising events to support medical student electives in developing countries and provide essential, life-saving medical equipment to under-resourced hospitals.
Audits and Quality Improvement Projects
Ascitic Drain Documentation Audit | 04/25-08/25
Led a quality improvement project to standardise documentation for oncology patients requiring ascitic drain insertion. The project focused on recording key clinical details such as volume to be drained, removal timelines, and special considerations (e.g. anticoagulation, IV fluids). Implemented an online checklist based on NICaN guidelines, improving clarity and safety in ward-based management.
Nasogastric (NG) Tube Safety Audit | 08/23-01/24
Participated in a two-cycle audit aimed at identifying and reducing delays in the documentation and use of NG tubes for feeding. Focused on assessing the time from insertion to use, and the role of chest X-ray confirmation. Findings informed the development of a checklist sticker for patient notes, promoting safer and more efficient NG tube placement and use.
References
Dr Gemma Corey, Clinical Oncology Consultant
gemma.corey@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Dr Tim Warke, Respiratory Consultant
tim.warke@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Dr Matthew Grimes, Intensive Care Medicine Consultant
matthew.grimes@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Timeline
Foundation Year 2 Doctor
NIMDTA
08.2024 - Current
Foundation Year 1 Doctor
NIMDTA
08.2023 - 08.2024
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