Seasoned Hospitalist with a robust background in internal medicine, showcased through impactful roles at institutions like Old Bridge Hospital. Excels in diagnostic skills and patient health assessments, enhancing patient care quality. Proven track record in quality improvement initiatives, underpinned by exceptional bedside manner and clinical decision-making prowess.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospitalist
Old Bridge Hospital
Old Bridge, NJ
01.2023 - Current
Provided education to both patients and families about disease prevention techniques and lifestyle modifications.
Responded quickly and appropriately in emergency situations by providing life-saving interventions when necessary.
Prescribed medications according to accepted standards of care and hospital protocols.
Evaluated program processes to implement improvements, increasing physician, and patient satisfaction scores.
Effectively communicated with physicians and floor nurses to anticipate patient needs and facilitate order fulfillment.
Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to diagnose patients with various conditions, ailments, and injuries.
Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes if necessary.
Identified quality improvement issues regarding patient care and nursing practice standards to develop and implement quality improvement programs.
Hospitalist Nocturnist Full Time
Chilton Hospital
Pompton Plains, NJ
09.2014 - 03.2023
Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient history and current condition.
Performed initial consultations with patients to determine ailments and illness, documented medical history and conducted physical examinations.
Communicated effectively with family members regarding diagnosis and prognosis.
Effectively communicated with physicians and floor nurses to anticipate patient needs and facilitate order fulfillment.
Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, trauma.
Documented all pertinent information related to each patient encounter into the electronic health record system.
Hospitalist
Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine
Stratford, NJ
07.2013 - 06.2014
Company Overview: Department of Medicine
Department of Medicine
Provided education to both patients and families about disease prevention techniques and lifestyle modifications.
Catered to patient needs by coordinating speech, physical and occupational therapies.
Documented all pertinent information related to each patient encounter into the electronic health record system.
Performed physical examinations and ordered laboratory tests for hospitalized patients.
Effectively communicated with physicians and floor nurses to anticipate patient needs and facilitate order fulfillment.
Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, trauma.
Hospitalist
Hudson County Internal Medicine
Bayonne, USA
12.2012 - 07.2013
Documented all pertinent information related to each patient encounter into the electronic health record system.
Performed physical examinations and ordered laboratory tests for hospitalized patients.
Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall healthcare delivery.
Referred complicated cases to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
Counseled and educated patients and family members on self-care skills, disease prevention and health promotion.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to reduce patient's length of stay and prevent complications.
Hospitalist(Locum)
UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine
Stratford, USA
08.2011 - 12.2012
Documented all pertinent information related to each patient encounter into the electronic health record system.
Effectively communicated with physicians and floor nurses to anticipate patient needs and facilitate order fulfillment.
Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes if necessary.
Communicated with primary care physicians to discuss and determine admission and discharge plans for patients.
Hospitalist (full Time)
Lourdes Hospital
Binghamton, USA
08.2009 - 08.2011
Company Overview: Hospital Medicine
Hospital Medicine
Performed physical examinations and ordered laboratory tests for hospitalized patients.
Conducted regular follow-up visits with discharged patients to assess their recovery process at home.
Evaluated program processes and implemented improvements to increase physician satisfaction scores %
Coordinated with other members of the medical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Attended weekly meetings with the medical staff to review case studies of difficult cases or complex diagnoses.
Residency
Brookdale University Hospital
Brooklyn, USA
07.2007 - 06.2009
Assisted physicians in the diagnosis of medical disorders.
Communicated effectively with both colleagues and patients while maintaining professional conduct.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including social workers and pharmacists when necessary.
Conducted rounds on inpatients to monitor progress and treatment plans.
Advised families on preventive health measures such as immunizations, nutrition, diet, exercise habits.
Assisted with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or managing phone calls.
Attended lectures and seminars in order to stay abreast of current medical research developments.
Prescribed medications and monitored patient response to treatments.
Performed physical examinations, ordered laboratory tests and interpreted results.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases.
Internship
Brookdale University Hospital
Brooklyn, USA
07.2006 - 06.2007
Evaluated laboratory results, imaging studies and other diagnostic tests for accuracy and completeness.
Facilitated communication between family members and healthcare providers.
Assisted in performing physical examinations on patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
Provided rapid, skilled and knowledgeable response in medical emergencies to provide critical care and stabilize situations.
Performed rounds in the hospital setting to assess patient progress, follow-up with physicians, and coordinate care between multiple disciplines.
Observer Ship
Essex Hudson Cardiology PC
Bayonne, USA
02.2004 - 05.2006
Reviewed patient history before beginning tests or treatments in order to provide better care.
Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.
Maintained patient records using electronic medical record systems and ensured accuracy of data entry.
Operated imaging equipment, including echocardiography machines, to create images of the heart for diagnostic purposes.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Private Medical Practice
Khan Internal Medicine Clinic
Karachi, Pakistan
12.2001 - 12.2003
Immunized patients to reduce transmission of preventable diseases.
Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
Advised patients on diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
Developed treatment plans based on patient's needs and preferences.
Evaluated laboratory results, imaging studies and other diagnostic tests for accuracy and completeness.
Conducted patient interviews to obtain medical history information and current symptoms.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient visits including histories taking notes from consultations with specialists.
Internship
Aga Khan Hospital
Karachi, Pakistan
11.2000 - 11.2001
Assisted in performing physical examinations on patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
Provided rapid, skilled and knowledgeable response in medical emergencies to provide critical care and stabilize situations.
Updated patient records pertaining to treatment and care.
Collaborated with attending physician on case management decisions.
Monitored patient conditions and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
Performed rounds in the hospital setting to assess patient progress, follow-up with physicians, and coordinate care between multiple disciplines.
Attended lectures and seminars related to internal medicine topics such as cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, nephrology, hematology and oncology, infectious disease, rheumatology, geriatrics.
Education
M.B.B.S. - Medicine and surgery
Karachi Medical And Dental College
Pakistan
11.2000
Higher Secondary School - Chemistry, Physics, Biology
Government National College
Pakistan
02.1994
Secondary School - Science, Maths, English, Social studies
White House Grammar School
Karachi, Pakistan
02.1992
Skills
Specialty physician services
Internal medicine
Diagnostic skills
Hospital medicine
In-house patient care
Patient health assessments
Discharge planning
Treatment Planning
Palliative care
Bedside manner
Quality improvement
Clinical decision making
Teaching and mentoring
Healthcare regulations
Certification
Board Certification, American Board of Internal Medicine
Other Certification, ACLS/BCLS Certificate
Active Medical License, New Jersey, 02/01/04, 05/01/06
References
Dr Shahzad Hanif, Hospitalist, (201)-423-0428, sezo786@gmail.com
Dr Jagadeesh Jyothi, Hospitalist, (973)-897-7192, jyothi.jagadeesh@atlantichealth.org
Dr Ritesh Kumar, Hospitalist, (973)-897-7190, Ritesh.kumar@atlantichealth.org
Personal Information
Citizenship: US Citizen
Date of Birth: 04/02/73
Affiliations
Travel
Reading
Social Services
Timeline
Hospitalist
Old Bridge Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Hospitalist Nocturnist Full Time
Chilton Hospital
09.2014 - 03.2023
Hospitalist
Rowan University School Of Osteopathic Medicine
07.2013 - 06.2014
Hospitalist
Hudson County Internal Medicine
12.2012 - 07.2013
Hospitalist(Locum)
UMDNJ School of Osteopathic Medicine
08.2011 - 12.2012
Hospitalist (full Time)
Lourdes Hospital
08.2009 - 08.2011
Residency
Brookdale University Hospital
07.2007 - 06.2009
Internship
Brookdale University Hospital
07.2006 - 06.2007
Observer Ship
Essex Hudson Cardiology PC
02.2004 - 05.2006
Private Medical Practice
Khan Internal Medicine Clinic
12.2001 - 12.2003
Internship
Aga Khan Hospital
11.2000 - 11.2001
M.B.B.S. - Medicine and surgery
Karachi Medical And Dental College
Higher Secondary School - Chemistry, Physics, Biology
Government National College
Secondary School - Science, Maths, English, Social studies
White House Grammar School
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