Muhammad Ali
9241 Fairway Dr, Des Plains,IL
Summary
Dedicated and skilled General Surgery resident with a strong interest in minimally invasive surgeries. Currently completing PGY-1 at Advocate Healthcare, gaining hands-on experience in the U.S. healthcare system. Previously served as Chief Surgical Resident at Allied Hospital, Pakistan, where I managed complex surgical cases and mentored junior residents, demonstrating leadership and clinical expertise. Proficient in advanced surgical techniques, patient-centered care, and collaborative teamwork. Certified in ATLS and BLS, with an Illinois Temporary Medical License and a permanent medical license in Pakistan. Published researcher committed to advancing surgical knowledge and delivering high-quality patient care. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, with excellent communication skills to connect with diverse patient populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PGY-1 Trauma and Acute Care Surgery
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, United States
01.2025 - Current
- Managing Level 1 trauma cases and critically ill surgical ICU patients
- Involved in resuscitations, emergency surgeries, and post-operative care for trauma and Acute general Surgery patients
- Proficient in minor procedures like suturing, wound debridement, ETT, chest tube CVP line and NGT placement,
- Pre-rounded, rounded with team, wrote progress/consult notes in Epic, and completed post-round orders.
- Gained expertise in advanced trauma life support (ATLS) and critical care management
PGY-1 Night Float
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, United States
12.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive coverage of all surgical services, including trauma, general surgery, and subspecialties, during the overnight shift
- Assessed new consults, engaged in discussions with senior residents, and documented consult notes
- Managed emergent surgical cases, enhancing clinical decision-making abilities in high-stress environments
PGY-1 Vascular Surgery
Lutheran General Hospital
Park Ridge, United States
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted in angiograms, angioplasties, and emergent thromboembolizations for acute limb ischemia
- Participated in carotid endarterectomies (CEA) and performed radiofrequency ablation (RFA) for varicose veins under supervision
- Developed expertise in vascular diagnostic and interventional techniques
PGY-1 General Surgery
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, United States
09.2024 - Current
- Performed daily pre-rounding, staffed with attending physicians, and evaluated patients under supervision and managed consults
- Documented consult notes and assisted in laparoscopic and robotic abdominal surgeries, as well as thyroid surgeries
- Gained practical experience in complex surgical procedures and patient management under attending supervision
PGY-1 Plastic Surgery Resident
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, United States
08.2024 - Current
- Sole resident responsible for pre-rounding, case discussions with attending physicians, and post-round orders
- Assisted in breast reduction/augmentation, panniculectomy, grafts, and flap procedures
- Enhanced suturing and cosmetic surgery techniques while managing patients independently
PGY-1 Thoracic Surgery Resident
Advocate Christ Medical Center
Oak Lawn, United States
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed pre-rounding with senior resident, documented progress notes in Epic, and completed post-round orders
- Scrubbed in on video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), thoracotomies, and other thoracic procedures
- Covered on-call shifts, evaluated consultations, and sharpened clinical acumen
Chief Surgical Resident
Allied Hospital
Faisalabad, Pakistan
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Oversaw patient care in emergency departments, clinics, inpatient units, ORs, and ICUs
- Performed procedures including IV and CVP line placement, tracheostomy, diagnostic laparoscopy, open surgeries including exploratory laparotomy and wound debridement
- Mentored junior residents and medical students, ensuring optimal patient management and education
Medical Officer
Allied Hospital
Faisalabad, Pakistan
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed admitting responsibilities, conducted outpatient clinics, and had designated operation theater days
- Proficient in minor procedures like suturing, wound debridement, ETT, chest tube CVP line and NGT placement, and excising lipomas and sebaceous cysts
- Observed and assisted in various surgical procedures, including mesh hernioplasty, Graham's omentopexy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, TAPP/TEP hernia repairs, and exploratory laparotomy
Internship
Allied Hospital
Faisalabad, Pakistan
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Internal medicine, pulmonology, neurosurgery, and general surgery training
- Worked in inpatient units, clinics, and emergency departments, conducting patient histories, performing physical exams, managing diagnostic investigations, writing patient notes, and presenting cases during rounds
- Gained hands-on experience with procedures like IV line insertion, arterial taps, nasogastric tube placement, Foley catheterization, pleural taps, chest tubes, and lumbar punctures
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, emphasizing lifestyle changes for managing hypertension and diabetes
Education
M.B.B.S. -
Faisalabad Medical University
Pakistan04.2016
O-Levels -
Cambridge University
12.2007
FSC - Biology, Chemistry,Physics, English, Physics, Urdu
Punjab College of Science
Faisalabad, PakistanSkills
- Peri operative management
- Open and laparoscopic surgeries
- Chart management with EPIC
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Intensive care unit experience
- Diagnostic testing
- ATLS and BLS certified
- Wound care management
- Central line management
Postgraduate Training
- ACGME Residency - General Surgery (AOA), Advocate Healthcare, Park Ridge and Oak Lawn, Illinois, United States, 07/01/24, 07/01/25, Program Director Bethany Slater
- Chief Resident - General Surgery, Allied Hospital, Faisalabad, Pakistan, 01/01/20, 12/01/23 (48 months), Program Director Professor Dr. Muhammad Sajid
- Internship - General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Pulmonology, and Neurosurgery, Allied Hospital, Faisalabad, Pakistan, 05/01/16, 05/01/17
Certification
- American Trauma Life Support (ATLS), 07/01/24, 07/01/28
- Illinois Temporary Medical License, 07/01/24
A A M C I D
15084099
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Punjabi
- Urdu
Publications
- Outline of Risks of Referred Patients Suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease, Ali, M., Muhammad, A., Maroof, M., Jabeen, T., Talat, A., Indo American Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 06, 10, 5, 2019
- Pattern of Dyslipidemias in Patients Suffering from Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus, Ali, M., Muhammad, A., Jabeen, T., Talat, A., Indo American Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 06, 10, 4, 2019
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Traveling
- Photography
- Listening to music
- Spending time with family and friends
Professional Memberships
College of Physicians and Surgeons, Pakistan
Timeline
PGY-1 Trauma and Acute Care Surgery
Advocate Christ Medical Center
01.2025 - Current
PGY-1 Night Float
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
12.2024 - Current
PGY-1 Vascular Surgery
Lutheran General Hospital
10.2024 - Current
PGY-1 General Surgery
Advocate Christ Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
PGY-1 Plastic Surgery Resident
Advocate Christ Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
PGY-1 Thoracic Surgery Resident
Advocate Christ Medical Center
07.2024 - 08.2024
Chief Surgical Resident
Allied Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2023
Medical Officer
Allied Hospital
05.2017 - 12.2019
Internship
Allied Hospital
05.2016 - 05.2017
M.B.B.S. -
Faisalabad Medical University
O-Levels -
Cambridge University
FSC - Biology, Chemistry,Physics, English, Physics, Urdu
Punjab College of Science
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