Raeesa Soomar
New York,NY
Summary
Dynamic Nephrology Fellow from Weill Cornell Medical Center. Adept in various dialysis modalities and procedures such as kidney biopsy and plasmapheresis. Spearheaded complex AKI case management in critically ill patients, significantly enhancing clinical skills. Fostered team collaboration and mentored junior fellows and medical students. Commitment to education highlighted through impactful conference presentations, showcasing a commitment to advancing nephrology practices.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nephrology Fellow
Weill Cornell Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Robust inpatient experience including managing complex AKI cases; plasmapheresis, RBC exchange; utilizing multiple dialysis modalities including CVVH, intermittent HD, SLED, peritoneal dialysis
- Comprehensive outpatient clinic experience managing complex CKD patients, ADKPD, glomerulonephritis
- Exposure to onconephrology via Memorial Sloan Kettering
- Mentored medical students and residents during their nephrology rotations, fostering strong clinical skills and an enthusiasm for the specialty.
- Presented at conferences and workshops within the nephrology community to share insights gained from clinical experience, fostering continued professional development among peers.
Internal Medicine Resident
Stony Brook University Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2023
- Enhanced continuity of care by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless transitions between healthcare settings.
- Assisted attending physicians with complex cases requiring critical thinking skills and advanced diagnostics or interventions for improved patient management strategies.
- Served as a mentor for junior residents, facilitating growth through constructive feedback and practical guidance during clinical rotations.
Education
MD -
SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
Brooklyn, NY06.2020
B.S - Biomedical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, NJ05.2016
Skills
General: Effective Communication, Adaptability and Flexibility, Creative Thinking, Team Collaboration, Multitasking
Specialized: Hemodialysis, Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy, Plasmapheresis, RBC exchange, Peritoneal Dialysis, Home Hemodialysis, Kidney Biopsy, Onconephrology
Professionalmemberships
- American Medical Association, Member
- American College of Physicians, Member
- American Society of Nephrology, Member
- American Society of Transplantation, Member
Timeline
Nephrology Fellow
Weill Cornell Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Internal Medicine Resident
Stony Brook University Hospital
07.2020 - 06.2023
B.S - Biomedical Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology
MD -
SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
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