Astika Shrestha
New York,NY
Summary
ECFMG certified, Non-US IMG with two and half years of clinical practice seeking medical observership/shadowing opportunity in America. Skilled in patient care and diagnosis, with a strong background in research.
Committed to expanding knowledge and contributing to the advancement of healthcare practices through practical experience and active participation in research initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Observership
Yogi Medical Center
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Participated in daily case discussions and presentations, contributing insights on various topics.
- Assisted in patients' detailed history-taking and examinations, refining skills in accurate medical assessments.
- Provided family members with general health education and tips for patient care.
- Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
Clinical Externship
Prasad Medical Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Took patient's history, starting with chief complaint and conducted physical examination
- Discussed lab results with patient and addressed concerns
- Discussed preventive measures and vaccines with patient
- Made assessment and plan for patient and documented it in EMR and presented case to attending physician
- Participated in rounds and team meetings to observe medical decision-making and learn.
Research Assistant
National Center For Rheumatic Diseases
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in collecting data, involved in conducting interviews, administering questionnaires and gathering medical records.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of medical literature. Ensured adherence to ethical guidelines, IRB requirements and regulatory standards throughout research process.
- Collaborated with other research team members and communicated with study participants.
Medical Officer
Grande International Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Was responsible for taking clinical history, doing physical examination, ordering appropriate investigations, making diagnosis, communicating cordially with patients and recommending treatment.
- Coordinated in admitting patients.
- Performed procedures (pleural/ascitic tapping, ABG, catheterization, intubation, suturing).
- Prepared daily progress notes, charts, attended rounds and prepared discharge summaries.
- Assisted faculty and consultants and supervised other healthcare staff to ensure delivery of patient-centered care
Education
USMLE STEP 1 -
Feb 2023 - PASS
USMLE STEP 2 -
May 2023 - 241
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
Nepalgunj Medical College
Nepal12.2020
High School -
St.Xaviers School
Nepal2014
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Sound medical knowledge
- Critical thinking
- Team work and collaboration
- Continuous learning
- Empathetic Patient care
- Leadership
Publication
Inferior vena cava thrombosis attributable to hyperhomocysteinemia:
A case report from Nepal
November 19 2022,
Wiley Online Library
Organizations
- Nepal Medical Council
- Lions Club of Kathmandu Reliance
Timeline
Observership
Yogi Medical Center
07.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Externship
Prasad Medical Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
Research Assistant
National Center For Rheumatic Diseases
12.2022 - 05.2023
Medical Officer
Grande International Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2022
USMLE STEP 1 -
Feb 2023 - PASS
USMLE STEP 2 -
May 2023 - 241
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
Nepalgunj Medical College
High School -
St.Xaviers School
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