Elhama Jami
Chino Hills,CA
Summary
Compassionate and resilient physician and PGY-2 Family Medicine resident in an ACGME-accredited program, with broad inpatient and outpatient experience in the U.S. and underserved, resource-limited settings. Experienced in clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary care of medically complex patients. Committed to evidence-based medicine, medical education, clinical research, and equitable patient care.
Overview
5
5
Languages
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
PGY2 Family Medicine Resident
San Dimas Community Hospital
07.2025 - Current
- Managed inpatient admissions, daily rounds, acute medical problems, and discharge planning with increasing autonomy.
- Provided continuity care in an outpatient clinic, managing acute and chronic conditions and preventive care.
- Coordinated patient care with specialists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive management.
- Supervised and supported PGY-1 interns in patient evaluation, clinical decision-making, and daily patient management.
- Provided care in Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), serving diverse and underserved patient populations.
Research Coordinator
Orange County Critical Care and Pulmonary
06.2021 - 05.2025
- Supported pulmonary clinical trials evaluating Mepolizumab and Benralizumab for severe eosinophilic asthma, ensuring protocol adherence and regulatory compliance.
- Screened and recruited eligible participants using study-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria.
- Maintained accurate clinical trial documentation, including informed consent, patient interviews, surveys, enrollment records, and study data.
Medical Extern
Kaiser Permanente
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Observed and assisted physicians by obtaining focused histories and assisting with examinations and procedures.
- Facilitated efficient patient flow and continuity of care through patient communication and care coordination.
Medical Extern
Hackensack Meridian Health
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Worked under the direct supervision of the Program Director in outpatient, and inpatient settings.
- Participated in hospital rounds, case discussions, noon conferences, and tele-rotation learning activities.
Medical Extern
Redlands Yucaipa Medical Group
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed supervised patient evaluations, including physical examinations and review of diagnostic data.
- Documented clinical encounters and maintained accurate patient records.
Trainee, Clinical Research
UCLA Health
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Contributed to a cohort research project involving patients living with HIV.
- Performed laboratory techniques including ELISA, protein assays, and flow cytometry.
- Maintained laboratory safety standards while handling research materials.
- Contributed to research manuscripts and literature review activities.
Medical Extern
Azimi Cardiovascular Institute
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted with patient care activities, including vital signs, electrocardiograms, and stress testing.
- Participated in cardiovascular procedures, including pacemaker placement.
- Developed experience in ECG interpretation and cardiovascular clinical assessment.
Physician
Kimia Hospital
11.2014 - 07.2021
- Provided care in high-volume, underserved clinical settings with high patient-to-physician ratios, serving a large and diverse patient population.
- Made diagnostic and treatment decisions in resource-limited settings with limited access to laboratory testing, imaging, medications, and specialist care.
- Educated patients with limited health literacy on medical conditions, medications, preventive care, and treatment plans using clear, accessible language.
- Provided medical care during natural disasters, including floods and other emergencies, addressing acute injuries, illnesses, and urgent medical needs.
Assistant Professor
Herat University Faculty of Medicine
05.2012 - 06.2014
- Developed and delivered immunology lectures and learning materials for hundreds of medical students.
- Used active-learning and case-based strategies to strengthen mastery of core concepts, critical thinking, and application of clinical contexts.
Education
Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Medicine
Herat University Faculty of Medicine
Herat, Afghanistan12.2011
Skills
- Inpatient Medicine & Acute Care
- Management of Complex Multimorbidity
- Multidisciplinary Care & Care Transitions
- Clinical Leadership & Teaching
- Clinical Research & Trial Coordination
Certification
- ECFMG certified
- ACLS
- BLS
- USMLE step 1_ passed on first attempt; score: 238
- USMLE step 2_ passed on first attempt; score: 245
- USMLE step 3_ passed on first attempt; score: 221
- FM_In Training Exam; score: 489 (95%)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Urdu/Hindi
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Arabic
Elementary
Interests
- Spending time in nature and traveling
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Swimming
Timeline
PGY2 Family Medicine Resident
San Dimas Community Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Medical Extern
Kaiser Permanente
07.2024 - 09.2024
Medical Extern
Hackensack Meridian Health
05.2024 - 06.2024
Medical Extern
Redlands Yucaipa Medical Group
11.2023 - 04.2024
Trainee, Clinical Research
UCLA Health
10.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Extern
Azimi Cardiovascular Institute
09.2021 - 01.2022
Research Coordinator
Orange County Critical Care and Pulmonary
06.2021 - 05.2025
Physician
Kimia Hospital
11.2014 - 07.2021
Assistant Professor
Herat University Faculty of Medicine
05.2012 - 06.2014
Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Medicine
Herat University Faculty of Medicine