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Chukwudi  Muojieje MD,MPH

Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH

Physician
Las Cruces,NM

Summary

Patient-focused Physician, providing high quality, personal levels of healthcare to patients in clinical environments. Savvy business mind coupled with recognized medical skills resulting in 15 years of successful practice. Warm, caring approach to patients and persistent in finding best treatment options available. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Endocrinologist

Muojicare Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.

Endocrinology Fellowship

Marshall University
7 2022 - 06.2024

Endocrinology Fellow
Marshall University, July 2022 – June 2024

  • Compliance and Data Security:Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Crisis Management:Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
    Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Patient Care and Recovery:Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
    Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
    Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Clinical Monitoring and Evaluation:Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
    Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
    Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Medication Administration and Treatment:Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
    Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Patient Advocacy and Education:Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
    Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
    Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Leadership and Collaboration:Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
    Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
    Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
  • Evidence-Based Practice:Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities.


Internal Medicine Resident

Mountain View Regional Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms to understand conditions and begin diagnostic processes.
  • Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
  • Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
  • Administered high level of care to patients though active listening, open-ended questioning.
  • Endorsed changes in diet and suggested fitness activities to improve overall health and keep patients in better shape
  • Identified alternative pain control methods to avoid use of opioids and other overly-abused narcotics.
  • Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in internal medicine.
  • Treated and monitored care of geriatric patients at local long-term care facility.
  • Involved in Noon conference case presentation and residents teaching
  • Involved in quality improvement projects
  • Counseled patients on newly diagnosed health conditions and maintenance of existing conditions.
  • Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health.
  • Followed internal medicine guidelines while treating patients.
  • Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
  • Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records.
  • Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
  • Adhered to healthcare facility protocols and all regulations.
  • Collected, recorded and maintained patient information, medical history and examination results.
  • Placed orders for laboratory tests and interpreted results for accurate decision-making.
  • Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.

Internal Medicine Physician

NHS Hospitals
06.2012 - 06.2019

I worked as locum middle grade acute medicine physician in different NHS hospitals across England and Wales.I was able adapt well working in different hospitals and staff.This gave me an opportunity to introduce notable programs across different NHS trusts.My responsibilities as acute medicine registrar includes:
•Managed acutely medical patient admitted through accident and emergency or referred from GP.
•Performed acute medical procedures like lumbar puncture, chest drain insertion, abdominocentesis.
•Performed specialized procedures like setting up BiPAP, CPAP, arterial line insertion, thrombolysis under telemedicine guidance by stroke consultant, external cardiac pacing.
•Team leader for cardiac arrest or ward emergency medical (MET) call.
•Discussion with on call attendings in tertiary centres for transfer or repatriation of patient requiring advance care.
•Acute interpretation of ECG, chest x ray,arterial blood gas, making accurate clinical diagnosis and management plan.

Medical Officer

Tulsi Chanrai Foundation
05.2009 - 08.2010

•Coordinated 17 primary health facilities.
•Trained and supervised staff nurses and junior /senior community health workers on basic health care delivery, proper prenatal support, obstetric assessment, identification of obstetric risk factors, monitoring progress of labor and conduction of safe vaginal deliveries, instituting practice of exclusive breastfeeding, infant immunization.
•identified life threatening medical conditions and immediate referral to a higher health care centers.
•Monitored and evaluated work carried out by the TCF health attendants using the health information data sheet and drug stock book.
•Collected and Analysized weekly and monthly reports from each health facilities.
•Conducted Community based health awareness campaign on HIV/AIDS and Malaria Control.
•Monitored drug dispensing, costing and distribution
•Conducted Weekly meeting with representative of the Primary Health Care Centers.
•Organized monthly report and meeting with regional project coordinator.

Medical Officer

Kelina Medical Center
11.2008 - 04.2009

I worked at a busy private hospital.As a medical officer, i was exposed to different medical,surgical and obstetric/gynaecological cases.I had experience in managing difficult patients with complex medical needs. My responsibilities were:
•History taking, physical examinations and management of patients with diverse ailments. •Clinical presentation of admitted patients during consultants’ ward round.
•Assessed patient’s daily progress and suitability for discharge.
•Performed clinical procedures like catheterization, IV cannulation, taking blood cultures, Nasogastric tube intubation, chest tube drain, IV drug administration.
•Interpretation of radiological, laboratory and bed side test.
•Performed Minor surgical procedures like suturing of laceration and episiorrhaphy, Incision and drainage of cysts, lumpectomies.
•Conducted General Antenatal care, obstetric ultrasound scanning,use of cardiotocogram, conducting child deliveries.
•Use of echocardiography machine, use of intensive care monitoring machines.

Medical Officer

Military Hospital Eburutu Barracks Calabar
10.2007 - 09.2008

Worked in largely populated military base, I gained experience in working independently and maintaining high levels of professionalism.My responsibilities includes:

•History taking, diagnosis and treatment of General medical and surgical conditions.
•Prompt assessment and referral of complex medical/Surgical cases to Tertiary institutions •Obstetrics & Gynecology – General antenatal care, conduction of child deliveries, management of infertilities/Sub-fertilities.
•Health education and counselling for cancer prevention, contraceptive use and child spacing. •Volunteer consultation at the Ghain Heart to Heart Centre in General Hospital Calabar. •Training of trainer for cancer prevention by an American based Non-Governmental Organization partnering with APIN.
•Medical Officer in charge of ipas unit and training of staff nurses on the proper use of Manual Vacuum Aspirator.
Coordinator of bi weekly counselling/education of Antenatal women on the use of contraceptives and child spacing

Intern Doctor

Lagos State University Hospital
12.2006 - 09.2007

I had my clinical rotations in Neurosurgery,General surgery,Neurology,Obstetric and Gynaecology and short posting in Microbiology and clinical pathology.As a medical officer, I was involved in daily ward rounds, following up blood results and radiological investigations,taking detailed history,physical examination and treatment.I learned how to establish good relationship with my patients and their families.I built a wonderful working relationship with my colleagues. I taught medical students during ward rounds. I gained experience in working with patients from different religious and cultural background.I gained more clinical experience and knowledge working with renown professors in different specialities.I dedicated some time to community service and volunteered at a non profit organisation projects.I assisted in providing free antiretroviral medications and ancillary services to HIV infected patients.

Intern Doctor

Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
08.2006 - 10.2006

I had 3 month internship in Paediatric unit under consultants supervision.I was involved in patient care which includes taking detailed history,performing focused examination and making accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.Took part in paediatric conferences and case based discussion.Organised bed side teaching for medical students and nurses.Organised appropriate investigation and follow up for patients.I gained huge experience in managing common childhood illness and managing expectations from parents.I championed health awareness campaigns on exclusive feeding and home therapies for childhood diarrhoea.

Education

Master of Public Health - Public Health

University of East London
London ,United Kingdom
09.2010 - 02.2012

M.D. - Medicine And Surgery

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Nnewi, Nigeria
04.1999 - 05.2006

Skills

Interdisciplinary team coordination

Research experience

Peer Reviewed Journal Articles

1.Eleje George, Muojieje Chukwudi C, Ulebe Augustine O,Malizu Echezona V. Severe Anaemia Among Children Admitted in a Tertiary Health Care Institution: The Experience at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH), Nnewi, Nigeria. Medizik journal. 2005, Aug; vol 7 no 1(NA): 32-36.

2.Karun M Nair, Sandhya Shri Kannayiram, Armaan Guraya,Chukwudi Charles Muojieje.Reasons for Hospitalization of Psoriasis Patients: A Report From the National Inpatient Sample . [Published in December 2020] Cureus. 2020 Dec 25;12(12):e12271. doi: 10.7759/cureus.12271.PMID: 33520487

3.Sandhya Shri Kannayiram,Armaan Gura,Chukwudi Charles Muojieje et al. An Analysis of Rheumatoid Arthritis Hospitalizations.[Published in December 2020] Cureus. 2020 Dec 28;12(12):e12344. doi: 10.7759/cureus.12344.PMID: 33520539

4.Osahon N Idolor,Armaan Gura,Chukwudi Charles Muojieje et al. Renal Involvement in Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis Increases Economic Health Care Burden: Insights From the National Inpatient Sample Database.[Published in January 2021]Cureus. 2021 Jan 5;13(1):e12515. doi: 10.7759/cureus.12515.PMID: 33564520

5.Jesse Osemudiamen Odion,Armaan Guraya,Chukwudi Charles Muojieje, Osaigbokan Paul Aihie. Lung involvement in systemic sclerosis is associated with adverse hospital outcomes: insights from the National Inpatient Sample [ Published in Feb 2021] J Investig Med. 2021 Jun;69(5):1022-1026. doi: 10.1136/jim-2020-001743. Epub 2021 Feb 15.PMID: 33589444

6.Hafeez Shaka,Maria Aguilera,Maria Aucar,Asim Kichloo Rate and Predictors of 30-Day Readmission following Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A US Analysis. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2021 May 27:dgab372. doi: 10.1210/clinem/dgab372. Online ahead of print.PMID: 34043791

Abstracts

1.Maria C Aguilera, Omolabake Alabi, Chukwudi C Muojieje et al. Abstract #998910:A decade trend in National 30-day readmissions in patient with Diabetic Ketoacidosis: An Omnious SIgn? [June 2021] Endocrine Practice

2.Omolabake Alabi, Chukwudi Muojieje,Pius Ehiremen Ojemolon,Hafeez Abstract #1003618: Association of Obesity with Outcomes of Patients with Adrenal Insufficiency: A Nationwide Retrospective Analysis [June 2021] Endocrine Practice

3.Shelby Reyes DO, Matthew Robinson DO, Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH, Nouf K.Almaghlouth, MD, MPH, Connor Tryon MDA unique case of lower gastrointestinal bleeding secondary to disseminated tuberculosis in an immunocompetent host [Submitted to ACP 2021)

4.Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH et al  :Thyroid Eye Disease Following COVID-19 infection in a Patient with a History of Graves' Disease: A Case Report (presented at AACE 2023)

5.Samuel Amankwah MD, Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH, Henry Driscoll MD : A Diagnostic Journey to Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndrome Type 2

• Clinical abstract detailing a patient case of identifying autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome

• Accepted for publication in the Journal of the Endocrine Society 2023

6.Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH, Henry Driscoll MD et al : Measuring Diabetes Outcomes of Telemedicine Versus In-Office Visits at an Endocrinology Practice in Rural West Virginia

  • presented at ENDO society conference in 2024

7. Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH ,Maria Luzuriaga  MD: Atypical Presentation of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a 72-Year Old Caucasian Male with Hemoglobin J-Baltimore Variant: A Case Report

  • presented at ENDO society conference in 2024

8. Chukwudi Muojieje MD,MPH, Mateen Hotiana MD: Navigating the Diagnostic Maze of Pseudohypoglycemiain a Young Adult Male with Severe Hypertriglyceridemia: A Novel Case Report

  • presented at ENDO society conference in 2024


Case Presentations

1.Chukwudi C Muojieje MD,MPH. Anomalous origin of left coronary artery from pulmonary artery (ALCAPA) : A rare cause of chest pain in adulthood [Presented at New Mexico ACP 2020]

Peer Review Activities

-Journal of clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism

-Cureus Journal of Medical Sciences

-Journal of investigative Medicine

Timeline

Endocrinologist

Muojicare Medical Center
07.2024 - Current

Internal Medicine Resident

Mountain View Regional Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022

Internal Medicine Physician

NHS Hospitals
06.2012 - 06.2019

Master of Public Health - Public Health

University of East London
09.2010 - 02.2012

Medical Officer

Tulsi Chanrai Foundation
05.2009 - 08.2010

Medical Officer

Kelina Medical Center
11.2008 - 04.2009

Medical Officer

Military Hospital Eburutu Barracks Calabar
10.2007 - 09.2008

Intern Doctor

Lagos State University Hospital
12.2006 - 09.2007

Intern Doctor

Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital
08.2006 - 10.2006

M.D. - Medicine And Surgery

Nnamdi Azikiwe University
04.1999 - 05.2006

Endocrinology Fellowship

Marshall University
7 2022 - 06.2024
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