Nigel Painter
Prince Albert
Summary
Highly skilled Doctor with significant experience in patient care, diagnosis and treatment. Strengths include advanced knowledge of medical procedures, strong interpersonal skills and commitment to continuous learning. Notable impact made in previous roles through implementation of preventive health programs and promotion of overall wellbeing. Displays exceptional problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, and leadership qualities crucial for healthcare settings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor
Self employed
Prince Albert
01.2002 - Current
- Diagnosed patient conditions using comprehensive medical examinations.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
- Managed patient records using electronic health systems efficiently.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to monitor patient progress and adjust treatments.
- Provided emergency care and performed life-saving procedures when necessary.
- Educated patients about their conditions and medications prescribed.
- Assessed patient's medical history and symptoms to accurately diagnose illnesses.
- Performed physical exams on patients of all ages.
- Reviewed test results to determine diagnosis or course of treatment.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to assess the effectiveness of treatments.
- Prescribed medications and treatments to alleviate patients' health concerns.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes needed for better health outcomes.
- Advised families on how best to manage chronic diseases like diabetes or asthma.
- Advised patients about diet, nutrition and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and disease prevention.
- Referred patients with serious medical conditions and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.
- Consulted with specialists when necessary for complex diagnoses or treatments.
- Attended professional development conferences and seminars for continuing education purposes.
- Established and maintained relationships with specialists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.
- Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
- Served as mentor for junior doctors in training programs.
- Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.
- Worked with patients and families to design care plans.
- Managed ongoing care of patients with chronic issues of varying severity and treatment requirements.
- Explained potential prognoses of diseases or traumatic conditions.
- Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses.
- Worked with various sports teams & athletes including serving as team physician for WHL hockey club 2008-present. (volunteer position)
- Provided Hospitalist care for inpatients.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa12-1999
Skills
- Clinical diagnosis
- Electronic health records
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Treatment planning
- Health education
- Communication skills
- Patient empathy
- Workers compensation evaluations
- Sports injury management
- Adolescent sports injuries
Languages
English
Professional
Afrikaans
Professional
Xhosa
Professional
Timeline
Doctor
Self employed
01.2002 - Current
M.D. - Medicine
Stellenbosch University