HAREEM HABIB

Interventional Cardiology

• Observed interventional cardiology procedures including transcatheter heart valve replacement, cardiac catheterization, coronary angiography, and stent placement.
• Participated in cardiology team rounds, observing patient evaluation, clinical decision-making, and physician–patient communication.
• Observed transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) and gained insight into its role in cardiovascular diagnosis and management.
• Participated in interactive teaching sessions and case discussions with cardiology fellows and attending physicians, receiving direct clinical teaching and mentorship.
• Gained familiarity with the Cerner EMR, including reviewing patient charts, laboratory/imaging results, and clinical documentation.

Family Medicine / Hospital Medicine

• Observed inpatient hospitalist care, including patient evaluation, daily rounds, clinical assessment, and management planning for medically complex patients.
• Participated in multidisciplinary rounds with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals, gaining insight into coordinated inpatient care.
• Reviewed patient histories, laboratory results, imaging, medication lists, and clinical documentation under physician supervision to understand inpatient clinical decision-making.
• Observed admission and discharge processes, including medication reconciliation, discharge planning, and coordination of outpatient follow-up.

• Support the care of underserved and medically diverse patient populations, helping facilitate access to healthcare services and resources.
• Shadowed physicians during patient consultations and clinical encounters, gaining insight into diagnostic reasoning, patient-centered communication, and day-to-day clinical decision-making.
• Assist with patient intake, history collection, and basic clinical documentation under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and clinic staff to ensure efficient patient flow, compassionate communication, and coordinated care.
• Organize and maintain medical supplies, ensuring readiness for patient care activities.

Under Dr. Haseeb Ullah MRCGP

• Observed outpatient management of acute and chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma) in a primary care setting
• Gained exposure to continuity of care, including follow-ups, preventive screening, and medication management
• Participated in discussions on history-taking, differential diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment planning
• Observed patient-centered communication, including lifestyle counseling and shared decision-making
• Developed understanding of the National Health Service and referral pathways to secondary care
• Maintained patient confidentiality and professional conduct in all clinical interactions

• Completed a one-year rotating house job with clinical rotations in Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynecology.
• Provided supervised patient care, including history-taking, physical examinations, clinical documentation, and participation in diagnosis and management.
• Gained experience managing acute and chronic medical conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings while working as part of multidisciplinary clinical teams.

• Organized and participated in three annual health camps providing free medical checkups, screenings, and basic treatments for underserved communities in Karachi.
• Assisted physicians in patient intake, history-taking, and preliminary examinations, gaining exposure to common health conditions and community health challenges.
• Ensured efficient patient flow and documentation, maintaining accurate records for follow-up care and reporting.
• Educated patients on preventive healthcare practices, including hygiene, nutrition, and chronic disease management.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals and community leaders to coordinate logistics, recruit volunteers, and secure medical supplies for successful camp execution.

• Attended clinical rotations – Pediatrics, Surgery, Gynecology, General Medicine.

• Conducted a mixed-methods study on "Assessment of Quality of Life, Life Satisfaction, and Happiness in Medical Students" to evaluate psychological well-being among medical students.
• Recruited 450 participants and managed data collection using standardised tools, including the Oxford Happiness Questionnaire, Life Satisfaction Scale, and Quality of Life Scale.
• Ensured adherence to ethics and informed consent protocols, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with institutional research guidelines.
• Performed data entry, cleaning, and statistical analysis using Microsoft Excel and SPSS, interpreting results to identify trends in student well-being.
• Collaborated with faculty and peers in literature review, hypothesis formulation, statistical interpretation, and manuscript writing for the final research report.