ALEXANDER D. CUNANAN
Zens Medical Center Nadi and Denarau
Killeen,Texas
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years of professional experience
Dedicated general practitioner with over 33 years of experience in primary care, delivering comprehensive healthcare services to patients of all ages, from children to adults. Proven expertise in diverse settings, including private medical centers, government-run hospitals, and rural health clinics, with a strong commitment to serving underserved communities. Results-driven medical professional recognized for clinical decision-making, effective patient communication, and emergency response skills. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptability to evolving healthcare needs while consistently achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Work History
General Practitioner
14 Years 11 Months- Achieved a 95% satisfaction rate among patients receiving comprehensive primary care services, including treatment for acute illnesses and preventive care
- Responded to 100% of emergency medical calls within the targeted time frame, ensuring timely care during critical situations
- Increased hotel-based care visits for tourists by 40%, enhancing access to healthcare services
- Improved management of chronic illnesses by 20% through regular evaluations of lab and imaging results, promoting better patient outcomes
- Enhanced administrative efficiency by 25% through precise health record maintenance and improved coordination, streamlining patient care processes
Medical Officer
6 Years 2 Months- Delivered outpatient and emergency care, achieving a 95% patient satisfaction rate and reducing wait times by 30%
- Conducted comprehensive ward rounds across inpatient wards, ICUs, and maternity units for critical and childbirth cases
- Coordinated referrals and specialist transfers, ensuring timely scheduling and urgent care
- Performed emergency stabilization and minor surgeries, including treatments such as POP and splints
- Coordinated STIs and HIV care with cross-district collaboration and effective contact tracing
- Directed Diabetes and Hypertension clinics, optimizing treatment through patient counseling
- Facilitated community health initiatives through pre-employment exams and comprehensive disease reporting for 80,000 residents
Medical Officer
3 Years 11 Months- Consult, diagnose, and treat 80+ patients daily
- Facilitated patient referrals and urgent transfers to appropriate specialists.
- Conduct rounds, minor surgeries, and manage STIs, HIV, orthopedic, and medical-legal cases
- Led Diabetes and Hypertension clinics, improving patient management and care delivery
- Managed care for 20 chronic patients with asthma, RHD, IHD, and mental health conditions, optimizing treatment plans
- Perform exams, labs, and report for a population of 50,000 residents
Medical Officer
1 Year 7 Months- Delivered primary healthcare services to underserved population of 2000, addressing critical health needs
- Led community health promotion initiatives through lectures, posters, and films, enhancing awareness on sanitation and potable water
- Provided prenatal/postnatal care, family planning, normal deliveries, and breastfeeding promotion
- Performed minor surgeries and procedures (circumcision, excision, suturing, minor amputation)
- Executed minor surgeries and procedures (circumcision, excision, suturing, minor amputation), improving patient health outcomes
- Led community health promotion (lectures, posters, films), sanitation and potable water initiatives
- Led outreach and admin tasks: mobile clinics, home visits, supply orders, reports, medical exams
General Practitioner
3 Years 1 Month- Increased specialist referrals by 10% through provision of comprehensive outpatient services
- Performed minor surgeries, including amputations, circumcisions, suturing, and cyst removals to enhance patient care
- Conducted pre-employment medical examinations to assess fitness for work and ensure employee health
General Practitioner
2 Years- Improved patient satisfaction by 25% through the implementation of a new appointment scheduling system for outpatient services
- Facilitated referrals to visiting consultants for patients requiring specialist care, ensuring timely evaluation and management
- Stabilized and treated patients in accidents and emergencies, coordinating admissions and referrals to responsible consultants or transferring to other hospitals as necessary
- Conducted normal vaginal deliveries and assisted in major surgeries
- For patients requiring specialist care, referrals are made to visiting consultants for further evaluation and management
- Conducted ward rounds with cardiologist and visiting consultants, collaborating on patient care and treatment plans
- Responded to on-call duties during emergency situations as scheduled
Education
Doctor of Medicine - General Practice
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Skills
Clinical Diagnosis
Emergency Medicine
Patient Care
Team Leadership
Chronic disease management
Preventive care
Medical chart documentation
Healthcare Management
Team Leadership
Diagnostic assessment
Medical chart documentation
Accomplishments
- Professional Licensure & Compliance - Maintained an active physician license in good standing for 33 years with a consistent commitment to ethical practice and compliance
- Community Health Impact - Improved the health and well-being of rural and underserved communities through comprehensive primary care, patient health education, and immunization initiatives that enhanced access to preventive healthcare.
Affiliations
- Fiji Medical Association - Member since 2002
- Fiji Medical Council - Registered from 1999 to present
- Fiji College of General Practitioner - Member since
- Philippine Regulation Commission - Registered from 1994
Certification
- Fiji Medical License - Fiji Medical and Dental Council, Fiji
- Philippine Physician License - PhilippinesPhilippine Regulation Commission (PRC), Philippines
- Physician Licensure Examination: Passed - PRC, Philippines
TRAINING / COURSES
- Post Graduate Internships - 1 year - Armed Forces of the Philippines Medical Center
- General Practitioner Mentorship - 2 years - Fiji College of General Practitioner
- Post Graduate Course in Occupational Health and Safety - College of Public Health, University of the Philippines Manila
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Green Card Holder
- Willing to relocate and serve in Healthcare Professional Shortage Areas, rural and underserved communities in any States
- Currently pursuing ECFMG certification, Pathway 1 and North Carolina International - Trained Physician Employee (ITPE) License
AWARDS
Service Excellence Award - Zens Medical Center
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
General Practitioner
Zens Medical Center Nadi and Denarau
03.2011 - 02.2026Read More
Medical Officer
Nadi Hospital, Ministry of Health
01.2005 - 03.2011Read More
Medical Officer
Tavua Hospital, Ministry of Health
02.2001 - 01.2005Read More
Medical Officer
Nadarivatu Health Center, Ministry of Health
07.1999 - 02.2001Read More
General Practitioner
Amos Medical and Diagnostic Center
04.1996 - 05.1999Read More
General Practitioner
Saint Martin of Tours General Hospital
04.1994 - 04.1996Read More
Martinez Memorial Colleges
Bachelor of Science from Medical Technology
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Our Lady of Fatima College of Medicine
Doctor of Medicine from General Practice
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