Omar Ebrahim
Columbus,MS
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Resident
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle
07.2024 - Current
- Since starting my journey as a medical resident I have have developed a strong rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through cultural sensitivity training and language proficiency
- Optimized treatment plans through evidence-based research and staying up-to-date on current medical advancements
- Boosted efficiency in clinical rotations by proactively identifying areas for improvement and implementing process changes accordingly
- Participated in Morbidity and Mortality conferences where a case is presented in a root-cause analysis fashion to learn how to avoid future detrimental events that may affect a patient
Research Co-Author
Hospital General Plaza de la Salud (HGPS)
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: Collaboration with the University of Rochester School of Medicine
- Collaborated on a retrospective study with the University of Rochester School of Medicine and the Hospital General Plaza de la Salud in the Dominican Republic
- This study seeked to discern any potential correlation between blood group and the incidence of blood pathology in adult patients, a finding that could usher in enhanced patient outcomes and heightened healthcare efficiency
- Coordinated tasks such as data collection, analysis, writing, editing, review with fellow authors for efficient completion of projects.
General Practitioner
Instituto Nacional de la Diabetes (INDEN)
08.2021 - 05.2024
- After completing my medical education, I worked as a general practitioner at a renowned specialized hospital in my city, the Instituto Nacional de la Diabetes (INDEN).
- During my tenure at INDEN, I had the privilege of rotating through various departments, including the emergency department, ICU, hemodialysis, and several internal medicine specialties such as gastroenterology, cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, and neurology.
- In addition to these rotations, I offered general consultations to first-time patients.
- My daily responsibilities encompassed examining patients, taking comprehensive medical histories and performing physical examinations, collecting lab and test results, assisting with communications and authorizations for patients and caregivers, and devising management plans inclusive of differential diagnoses.
- Besides my clinical duties, I was actively involved in academic pursuits, which included presenting cases to attending physicians and residents during rounds and conferences.
- Most Meaningful - This experience helped me grasp, in a more thorough way, the humbling reality of what it means to be responsible for the care of a patient while also building upon integrity, servitude, and fairness. It build a path towards my journey as a resident
Research Assistant
Columbia University
04.2023 - 04.2024
- I was actively involved in a prospective clinical study in collaboration with Columbia University and Hospital General Plaza de la Salud, one of the most prominent hospitals in the Dominican Republic.
- The primary objective of this initiative was to emphasize the significance of colon cancer screening and to establish a nationwide standard for this critical procedure.
- Within the scope of this project, my responsibilities included gathering retrospective data on patients who visited the hospital for colon cancer screenings.
- This data collection aimed to analyze historical care patterns and formulate a model tailored to the needs of Dominican patients.
- In addition to data collection, I also contributed to the study design and data analysis
- Recognizing the magnitude of this undertaking, I was at the helm of a dedicated team comprising research volunteers, interns, and medical students
Externship
Metropolis Medical
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: A prominent group practice with a primary care emphasis.
- During my tenure at Metropolis Medical, a prominent group practice with a primary care emphasis, I gained valuable experience that significantly contributed to my medical journey.
- My responsibilities encompassed conducting thorough assessments of both new and returning patients.
- Subsequently, I meticulously devised comprehensive management strategies, complete with differential diagnoses, which were thoughtfully deliberated upon with the overseeing internist.
- Embracing the practice's dedication to preventive medicine, I actively advocated for and administered screenings for a spectrum of illnesses, including colon cancer and shingles.
- Notably, I adeptly acquired proficiency in utilizing the eClinicalWorks software to carefully document patient interactions and pertinent medical information, enhancing my ability to provide comprehensive and efficient care.
Research Co-Author
Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)
01.2020 - 08.2023
- While in medical school, I undertook a retrospective study for my thesis, examining the interrelation of three pivotal variables in thyroid disease management at a specialized endocrinological institution called INDEN
- Upon presenting these findings to the university, I collaborated with fellow researchers and peers to prepare the research for journal submission
- My contributions to this study spanned from its design and budgeting to the meticulous collection and analysis of data extracted from institutional records
- Notably, the insights from our research facilitated the introduction of a system at INDEN, leveraging the Bethesda criteria for reporting pathological thyroid samples
Externship
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
06.2023 - 07.2023
- During this clinical externship, I served as a medical graduate in the infectious disease and medicine departments
- My responsibilities included reviewing daily patient charts and composing both new and progress notes for admitted individuals
- I routinely examined patients on the wards, taking comprehensive clinical histories and conducting focused physical examinations
- Working closely with a team of residents and a fellow, we rounded on admitted patients
- With their guidance, I formulated tailored management plans for each patient, which I subsequently presented to the attending physician
- Throughout my tenure at the hospital, I became proficient in utilizing the EPIC system
- Most Meaningful - My rotation at UIC served as a gateway to understanding how a hospital system works in the USA
- It helped me see things in a new perspective and improve on aspects of my clinical work
- Also as importantly, it showed me what a medical residency can be and how fulfilling it is
Student Researcher
Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (PPCR)
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: The PPCR is a clinical research program offered by the Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health, catering to medical doctors and statisticians worldwide
- As a student researcher, I attended weekly lectures led by the program director and other distinguished researchers
- The primary objective was to master the art of designing and conducting clinical research, with a particular focus on Randomized Clinical Trials (RCTs)
- Aligning with the program's core goals, I engaged in weekly forums, undertook assignments, sat for monthly exams, and collaborated on the design of a randomized clinical trial alongside a diverse group of international peers
- Our RCT centered on the development of a digital tool to bolster diabetes self-management and was showcased at the program's conclusion
- Furthermore, I honed my skills in applying statistics to clinical studies and became proficient in using the STATA software for statistical analyses
- Most Meaningful - This program guided me towards a better understanding of clinical research
- My knowledge on statistics vastly improved and I learned much from the diverse group of participants
- The class dynamics helped me shape my critical thinking and problem solving skills for future endeavors
Research volunteer
Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Centers (ACV)
10.2017 - 06.2019
- One of my initial forays into clinical research was as a volunteer in a pioneering pilot study jointly conducted by the ACV centers in Michigan and the Instituto Nacional de la Diabetes in the Dominican Republic
- This groundbreaking first-in-human trial aimed to assess the safety of a novel stent placement, termed the 'Temporary Spur Stent System,' for patients suffering from infrapopliteal arterial disease
- My responsibilities in this endeavor spanned from identifying suitable candidates based on the study's inclusion criteria to conducting comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations of the participants
- Additionally, I evaluated patients during follow-up visits post-procedure to gauge various parameters outlined in the study protocol
Research Assistant
University of Virginia
03.2017 - 05.2019
- While in medical school, I was privileged to participate in a collaborative research project between the University of Virginia's Department of Public Health Sciences and the Instituto Nacional de la Diabetes in my homeland
- This retrospective analysis delved into the demographic, behavioral, and clinical facets of both adult and pediatric diabetic patients
- Serving as a research assistant, my contributions encompassed data collection, tabulation, and reference compilation over a span of two years
- Gratifyingly, in my final medical school year, we not only published our findings but also leveraged them to enhance awareness and elevate care standards for diabetic patients
Project Leader
Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)
11.2015 - 09.2016
- In my first year of medical school, I committed to a year-long volunteer initiative aimed at evaluating knowledge about dengue and its prevention within an underserved community grappling with a high incidence of the disease
- Beyond its immediate impact, this effort also led to a cross-sectional research study, which we later showcased at my university's medical congress
- Through surveys and interviews with community residents, we amassed pivotal information
- Leading a dedicated group of fellow medical students, we formulated a robust prevention plan
- Central to our efforts was the development of an educational blueprint for the community
- This plan not only aimed to bolster dengue prevention but also equipped residents with the knowledge to discern the disease's telltale signs and symptoms, ensuring timely medical intervention
Education
M.D. -
Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) School of Medicine
Dominican Republic06.2021
Publications
- Caracterización de la Diabetes Mellitus en la República Dominicana. Ciencias de la Salud: Explorando el Bienestar Físico y Mental 3. Ibrahim, A., Ebrahim Ibrahim, Camilo, A., Matuk, C.R., Cepeda, J., Ebrahim Ibrahim Y.S., O.W., Ebrahim Ibrahim. 09/2024, Published, DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.282241709
- Relationship between Sonographic Findings, Fine Needle Aspiration and Histopathological Findings Post-Thyroid Surgery, Calzado, M.C., Ebrahim Ibrahim, O.W., Bonnet Ortiz, A.J., Ebrahim Ibrahim, Y.S., Campusano, A., Feiz, H., Ibrahim, A., 07/2023, Published, DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46133
- Demographic and Clinical Characteristics of Youth with Diabetes in the Dominican Republic, 2000 to 2016, Duska, J., Hornsby, P.P., Pannone, A., Capra, J., Solano, N., Ebrahim, O.W., Ibrahim, A., International Journal of Diabetes and Clinical Research, 03/2021, Published, DOI: 10.23937/2377-3634/1410137
- Demographic, Behavioral, and Clinical Characteristics of the Ambulatory Diabetic Population of the Dominican Republic, 2018, Duncan, L.A., Hornsby, P., Pannone, A., Ebrahim, O.W., Ibrahim, A., International Journal of Diabetes and Clinical Research, 05/2021, Published, DOI: 10.23937/2377-3634/1410143
Accomplishments
- NIDA Clinical Trial Networks Certificate on Good Clinical Practice - 2024
- Certificate for lecturing class on the importance of good clinical research and data collection - 2023
- Certification for completing the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research Program (PPCR) - 2022
- Medical licensure for completing the Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization program (PEARS) - 2022
Certification
- ACLS Certified
- BLS Certified
Other Awards
- NIDA Clinical Trial Networks Certificate on Good Clinical Practice, 04/18/26
- Certificate for lecturing class on the importance of good clinical research and data collection, 2023
- Certification for completing the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research Program (PPCR), 2022
- Medical licensure for completing the Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization program (PEARS), 04/30/24
Languages
Spanish
English
Arabic
Timeline
Medical Resident
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle
07.2024 - Current
Research Co-Author
Hospital General Plaza de la Salud (HGPS)
07.2023 - 05.2024
Externship
Metropolis Medical
07.2023 - 08.2023
Externship
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
06.2023 - 07.2023
Research Assistant
Columbia University
04.2023 - 04.2024
Student Researcher
Principles and Practice of Clinical Research (PPCR)
03.2022 - 11.2022
General Practitioner
Instituto Nacional de la Diabetes (INDEN)
08.2021 - 05.2024
Research Co-Author
Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)
01.2020 - 08.2023
Research volunteer
Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Centers (ACV)
10.2017 - 06.2019
Research Assistant
University of Virginia
03.2017 - 05.2019
Project Leader
Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)
11.2015 - 09.2016
M.D. -
Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE) School of Medicine
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