DR. NIHARIKA SARAF
Nagpur,Maharashtra
Summary
An Indian medical graduate with a stellar academic record, a background in research, and strong clinical skills. Committed to the continual pursuit of knowledge and truly enjoys exploring the complexities of disease pathophysiology. Dedicated to providing caring, detail-oriented, and compassionate patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Medical Officer
N.K.P Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Documented patient information including vital signs and medical history in a high volume Emergency Department.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Directed and delegated workflow of nurses and residents to ensure proper care for patients.
- Discussed patient treatment plans with physicians and providers, and ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to emergency medicine.
- Communicated effectively with family members of patients regarding their condition or treatment plan.
- Educated and mentored medical students rotating in Emergency Medicine.
Intern Doctor
N.K.P Salve Institute of Medical Sciences & Lata Mangeshkar Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Involved in history taking and performing physical examinations in the outpatient clinic setting.
- Monitored vitals, ordered laboratory tests, and imaging investigations for patients admitted in the inpatient/ICU setting.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or removing skin lesions, and assisted with major procedures such as laparotomies, skin grafting, hernia repair, orthopedic surgeries, cesarean sections and hysterectomies.
- Supported senior physicians during rounds by taking notes, updating records, and facilitating communication between team members.
- Provided health education to patients, families and colleagues especially about preventable and chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Handled a diverse caseload largely comprising of those from underprivileged communities, and ensured sensitive care towards them.
Education
M.B.B.S - Medicine
N.K.P Salve Institute of Medical Sciences
Nagpur, India07.2022
Skills
- Proficient in history taking, physical examination, and formulating a provisional diagnosis
- AHA-certified BLS and ACLS provider (Nov 2023)
- Phlebotomy, nasogastric tube insertion, urinary catheterization, peripheral line placement, as well as wound care and suturing
- Initial management of emergent critical clinical scenarios such as acute coronary syndromes, hypertensive crises, hyperglycemic states, convulsions, poisoning, and trauma
- Management of routine medical cases such as acute gastroenteritis, upper respiratory tract infection, and UTIs
Volunteering/Affiliations
- Member and President of UNESCO Bioethics Unit: Student's Wing. 2018-2020
- Volunteered in the National Service Scheme as well as multiple independent health camps for the underprivileged. 2018-2019
- Former member of the Academics Committee, Indian Medical Association-Medical Students Network. 2020-2021
- Volunteered in a free health checkup camp at a slum settlement in Nagpur, Maharashtra. August 2021
- Assisted in a rural Pediatric Surgery Camp for underprivileged children in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. September 2022
- Social Media Intern at Residency Success. 2023-ongoing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Publications
- Published: Deshmukh S, Tare A, Saraf N, Chowksey S, Wasnik N. "Platelet Rich Plasma in the Treatment of Necrotizing Fasciitis" International Journal of Scientific Research, 2023, Volume 12 Issue 1, pages 581-586.
- Published: Saraf N, Karmarkar P. "Proportion of Genital HPV Infection in Females of Reproductive Age Group in a Tertiary Care Hospital." Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences, 2019, Volume 7 Issue 8, pages 2791- 2796. doi: 10.36347/sjams.2019.v07i08.033.
- Ongoing: Gender-Based Differences in the Risk Factors, Clinical Profile, and Angiographic Findings in Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome in a Tertiary Care Centre.
Timeline
Chief Medical Officer
N.K.P Salve Institute of Medical Sciences and Lata Mangeshkar Hospital
05.2023 - 09.2023
Intern Doctor
N.K.P Salve Institute of Medical Sciences & Lata Mangeshkar Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2022
M.B.B.S - Medicine
N.K.P Salve Institute of Medical Sciences
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