Nirav Govind Shah
Edison,USA
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating wide range of medical conditions. As an IMG, consistently adapting to evolving needs of US healthcare environment. Skilled in patient assessment, medical diagnostics, and clinical decision-making, with reputation for reliability and flexibility.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Limited License Physician
Essen Health Care
07.2024 - Current
- -Full-time Limited License Provider at a nursing home in the Bronx, NY, since July 2024.
- -Assess, diagnose, and treat admitted patients under the supervision of a licensed physician.
- -Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- -Participate in morning consultations and reviews with supervisory staff.
- -Maintain and document accurate medical records daily in Point Click Care EMR.
- -Review medication updates and document changes appropriately.
- -Establish strong rapport with residents and staff.
- -Order medications, lab work, and radiology as needed, and review/reconcile results.
- -Communicate regularly with family members, providing updates.
- -Offer healing emotional support to all, with kindness and gratitude.
- Work
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
Shreenath Clinical Service
10.2023 - Current
- -Clinical Research Coordinator
- -Participated in studies involving subjects with Alzheimer's Dementia, and treatment of Alzheimer' Dementia with investigational study drug.
- -Gain fundamental understanding of the clinical trial process.
- -Ensure compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB) requirements and other regulatory bodies.
- -Develop and implement study protocols, ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- -Review and manage informed consent forms.
- -Collaborate with other departments.
- -Collect, record, and manage data from trial participants, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- -Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
- -Administer study treatments and interventions.
- -Monitor patient safety and report adverse events.
Project Intern
CBCC Global Research
05.2023 - 09.2023
- -Engaged as a Project Intern.
- -Associate with study of drug PP-007, given as a single-dose IV infusion in hospitalized patients of Acute Ischemic Stroke (Hamera study).
- -Perform Project specific site level feasibility assessment.
- -Prepare and submit IRB related documents for EC submission in consultation with the project manager.
- -Assist project manager for getting site agreements.
- -Coordinate with site staff members to organize, evaluate, and analyze the clinical data of patients, every week.
- -Review Adverse events reported in the study against the medical history and medication history.
- -Check the blood works needed in the study.
- Research
Clinical Observer ship
UPMC, Hanover, PA with Dr.Ikbal Vahora, Hospitalist 2 Dr.Vijay Pendse, Obgyn, Paterson, NJ
05.2023 - 08.2023
- -Shadowed Dr. Ikbal Vahora, a hospitalist at UPMC, Hanover, PA, for four weeks.
- -Learned the EMR system (Epic) and gained insight into daily hospital operations.
- -Developed communication skills with patients, their families, and medical staff.
- -Observed multidisciplinary team rounds, enhancing my understanding of teamwork in primary care.
- -Completed an Ob-Gyn externship with Dr. Vijay Pendse, a senior Ob-gyn specialist, in Paterson, NJ.
- -Worked with Dr. Pendse for three months, taking detailed histories, vital signs, performing phlebotomies, and documenting electronic data.
- -Assisted in office procedures such as IUD insertion, cervical swabs, colposcopy-guided biopsies, and suturing.
- -Participated in case discussions to further my learning.
- Work
Consultant Gynecologist and Laparoscopist
Savita Super Specialty Hospital
07.2017 - 06.2023
- -Consulted on Ob-Gyn in-patients and out-patients.
- -Operated on minor and major high-risk Ob-Gyn patients, including laparoscopy.
- -Established a High Dependency ICU for high-risk obstetric cases.
- -Conducted seminars in association with other medical faculties.
- -Engaged in case discussions for patients with multiple system involvement, managing accordingly.
- -Trained medical and paramedical staff on best labor techniques and safety protocols.
- -Treated patients from all strata of society at this tertiary hospital.
- -Conducted adolescent awareness programs through the hospital network.
- -Managed and successfully treated COVID-19-positive obstetric patients during the pandemic.
- -Organized free breast and gynecological cancer screening programs.
- Work
Honorary Lecturer and Associate Professor
Shree Mahila Medical Homeopathy College; Sigma Institute of Physiotherapy
07.2004 - 06.2023
- -Honorary Guest Lecturer and Associate Professor at a Homeopathy college and Physiotherapy college.
- -Continued teaching undergraduate medical students with passion, till last year, along with private practice.
- -Took theory lectures weekly at both colleges during afternoon hours, lasting 2 hours.
- -Taught third year medical students the basics and allied topics in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
- -Utilized various templates and modules including PowerPoint for lectures.
- -Conducted internal and external undergraduate exams in the college.
- -Gained understanding of the perspectives and expectations of the new generation of medical students.
- -Honed my skills in clinical decision-making and overall management of patients through teaching experience.
- Teaching/mentoring
Visiting Consultant
Non-Government Organizations ,non -profitable Trust hospitals and Peripheral(rural) Health Centers
01.2004 - 06.2023
- -Remained connected to the city's peripheral areas while engaging in private practice.
- -Utilized my skills as an Ob-Gyn specialist to serve patients without hospital access or the means to afford care.
- -Visited a multispecialty hospital in a rural area weekly, conducting free camps to detect early cervical and breast cancer, resulting in a significant decrease in morbidity and mortality.
- -Monitored a project initiated by the Gujarat State Government and WHO from 2005-2007, visiting underserved rural areas.
- -Conducted awareness programs on safe motherhood and postpartum family planning.
- -Educated paramedical staff on safe delivery using various training modules.
- -Trained over 200 village women in conducting safe labor.
- Volunteer/service/advocacy
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist
Vedant Maternity and Laparoscopy Hospital
07.2004 - 03.2023
- -Conducted approximately 5000 vaginal, instrumental, and cesarean deliveries as an independent consultant in a private practice.
- -Operated on about 1000 major and minor gynecological procedures using advanced instruments, including vaginal, abdominal, and laparoscopic hysterectomies and laparotomies for ovarian and pelvic pathologies.
- -Performed hysteroscopic surgeries on both inpatient and outpatient basis.
- -Available 24/7 for on-call emergencies.
- -Managed family planning, adolescent and menopausal issues.
- -Treated infertility with a guided positive approach.
- -Proficient in basic and advanced Ob-Gyn ultrasound.
- -Reevaluated and upgraded treatment and intervention plans.
- -Provided excellent emotional and informative support to patient
- Work
Resident Doctor
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shree Sayaji General Hospital, M S University
07.1999 - 07.2001
- -Essential study in post-graduation training.
- -Study started from 2nd year till the end of the 3rd year of residency in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Shree Sayaji General Hospital, Medical College Baroda.
- -Dissertation topic was "Study of the Effect of Single-dose Antenatal Betamethasone Therapy in Preterm Labor: Maternal and Fetal Outcome," a prospective study using hospital data.
- -Gained profound insights into preterm labor, its complications, and management.
- -Developed skills in resuscitation and neonatal care by working closely with NICU resident doctors.
- -Study results were encouraging and widely accepted in both public and private hospitals, underscoring its significance for maternal and fetal outcomes.
- Research
Junior Resident Doctor
Department of Obgyn, Shree Sayaji General Hospital, M S University
07.1998 - 06.2001
- -Learned and acquired clinical, theoretical, and surgical skills in Obs & Gyn, earning the prestigious MD degree at the end of 3 years.
- -Completed clinical postings and rounds in Gynecology, Antenatal, and Postpartum clinics during 1st year residency.
- -Conducted deliveries and performed minor Obs & Gyn surgeries in 2nd year.
- -Led junior residents, performed major surgeries, participated in case discussions with faculty, and worked on dissertation topic during the 3rd year.
- -Gained proficiency in basic instrumentation, Ob-Gyn ultrasound, and laparoscopic procedures.
- -Participated in drug research studies and conducted seminars.
- -Engaged in state and national conferences.
- -Developed into a responsible, hardworking, and compassionate doctor.
- Education/training
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Medical College Baroda
India01.2002
MBBS - Medicine
Medical College Baroda
India01.1997
Skills
- Comprehensive patient assessment
- Patient-centered clinical judgment
- Effective group guidance
- Clinical evaluation of patients
- Review of assessment findings
- Laboratory results evaluation
- Comprehensive care planning
- Health information administration
- Safety protocols adherence
Affiliations
- Active member of Baroda Obstetrics & Gynecology Society (BOGS).
- Active member of Baroda chapter of Indian Medical Association.
- Lifetime member of Federation of Obstetrics & Gynecology Society of India (FOGSI).
- Lifetime member of Indian Medical Association (IMA).
Certification
- ACLS: Feb, 2024 - Feb, 2026
- BLS: Jan, 2024 - Jan, 2026
- NIDA Clinical Trials Network-Good Clinical practice: Sep, 2024 - Sep, 2027
- National Provider Identifier (NPI): May, 2024
- New York, Temporary or Limited, Exp. Date: 05/2026
Proficient Languages
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Timeline
Limited License Physician
Essen Health Care
07.2024 - Current
Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC)
Shreenath Clinical Service
10.2023 - Current
Project Intern
CBCC Global Research
05.2023 - 09.2023
Clinical Observer ship
UPMC, Hanover, PA with Dr.Ikbal Vahora, Hospitalist 2 Dr.Vijay Pendse, Obgyn, Paterson, NJ
05.2023 - 08.2023
Consultant Gynecologist and Laparoscopist
Savita Super Specialty Hospital
07.2017 - 06.2023
Honorary Lecturer and Associate Professor
Shree Mahila Medical Homeopathy College; Sigma Institute of Physiotherapy
07.2004 - 06.2023
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist
Vedant Maternity and Laparoscopy Hospital
07.2004 - 03.2023
Visiting Consultant
Non-Government Organizations ,non -profitable Trust hospitals and Peripheral(rural) Health Centers
01.2004 - 06.2023
Resident Doctor
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shree Sayaji General Hospital, M S University
07.1999 - 07.2001
Junior Resident Doctor
Department of Obgyn, Shree Sayaji General Hospital, M S University
07.1998 - 06.2001
M.D. - Medicine
Medical College Baroda
MBBS - Medicine
Medical College Baroda
Publications
- Peer Reviewed Journal Articles/Abstracts
- Shah Nirav Govind, Desai P D. Shoulder first method of delivery in Obstructed Labor.. Journal of obstetrics and gynecology of India. July 2001; 51(4):91-93.
- Oral Presentation
- Shah Nirav Govind. "Menstrual Hygiene in Adolescent Girls," published in the local newspaper.. Oral presentation: School awareness programe, Prince Ashokraje Gaekwad school; 04/27/2019. Vadodara, India.
- Shah Nirav Govind, Desai P D. Preeclampsia remote from term and APA syndrome-Examining the association.. Oral presentation: All India Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology; 12/27/1999. Lucknow, India.
- Shah Nirav Govind . Study of the Effect of Single-dose Antenatal Betamethasone therapy in Preterm Labour-Fetal and Maternal outcome . Dissertation . June 01, 2001.