Reham Abukhalifa
Elmira,NY
Summary
Skilled in healthcare technology and patient-centered care, I leveraged advanced clinical reasoning at Arnot Ogden Medical Center to enhance treatment outcomes. Demonstrating leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration, I contributed to research projects and improved patient care protocols, embodying professionalism and continuous development in the medical field. Committed and knowledgeable Internal Medicine Physician with background in diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of diseases and health conditions. Skilled in developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, fostering improved health outcomes. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments, ensuring quality care and patient satisfaction. Compassionate professional in health care, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in communication, empathy, and adaptability, ensuring exceptional patient care and team collaboration.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Medicine Resident
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, NY
06.2023 - Current
- Developing valuable team management and communication skills while working with fellow physicians, nurses, administrators, and patients
- Working well under pressure with frequent interruptions
- Building meticulous acute inpatient and consultative medicine experience
- Developing progressive autonomy under the supervision of senior residents, fellows and attendings
- Developing skills in teaching medical students as the program is affiliated with LECOM
- Collaborated with attending physician on case management decisions.
- Coordinated and delivered comprehensive diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases.
- Documented all clinical activities according to standards of practice.
- Monitored patient conditions and progress, reevaluating treatments as necessary.
- Provided rapid, skilled and knowledgeable response in medical emergencies to provide critical care and stabilize situations.
- Responded promptly to page calls from nursing staff regarding changes in patient condition.
- Advised patients on diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Participated in research projects related to internal medicine topics.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to patient care.
- Reviewed laboratory results and diagnostic films.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient visits including histories taking notes from consultations with specialists.
- Managed daily schedules for assigned patients.
- Prescribed medications as needed according to established protocols.
- Ordered laboratory tests and analyzed results to make accurate decisions about planned treatments.
- Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses.
- Performed rounds in the hospital setting to assess patient progress, follow-up with physicians, and coordinate care between multiple disciplines.
- Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
- Developed treatment plans based on patient's needs and preferences.
- Attended lectures and seminars related to internal medicine topics such as cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, endocrinology, nephrology, hematology and oncology, infectious disease, rheumatology, geriatrics.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Medical Doctor
Evans Medical Center
Denver, United States of America
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Meticulously documented patient information to ensure accurate and accessible medical records
- Juggled numerous patients and vastly deepened medical knowledge
- Helped immigrants population navigate and have easier access to health care
- Managed an average of nearly 15 patients per day both in-person and virtually
- Performed PAP smears and stitches removal
- Managed referral to specialists and coordinated patient’s care
- Filed claims and used appropriate ICD-10 codes and CPT codes
- Ordered and performed various tests to diagnose patients
- Drew blood and managed other laboratory work; such as urinalysis, H.pylroi breath tests and respiratory swabs
Medical Trainee
Evans Medical Center
Denver, United States of America
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Achieved competence in interdisciplinary communication and participation
- Gained a deep understanding of patient to medical practitioner communication
- Canceled/scheduled/rescheduled appointments
- Roomed patients, obtained vitals
- Performed COVID testing and vaccination
- Performed phlebotomy, EKG, urinalysis, and many other in-office tests and procedures
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills and was recognized by patients for showing a compassionate service
- Documented patient symptoms medical histories and physical examination findings into EHR system
- Obtained proficiency in EHR documentation and chart management
- Assisted with pelvic examination and Pap smear
- Added patient's COVID vaccination record to CIIS website
- Worked on the patient’s claims and filed them in a timely manner
- Used appropriate CPT codes and ICD-10 codes to precisely document patient’s visits
- Developed essential skills and techniques through diligent practice.
- Provided support to existing staff on various tasks and duties.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Clinical Observer
Step By Step Pediatrics
Aurora, United States of America
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Administered patient care, diagnosis, and management discussions with the supervising physician
- Developed a better understanding of Pediatrics regular well-baby check-up visits and what to look at each age
- Applied and strengthened my knowledge of both acute and chronic conditions and how to approach each case
- Learned new tricks to examine difficult-to-examine kids
Clinical Observer
Parker ObGyn
Parker, United States of America
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Attended OB and GYN ultrasounds and observed Dr
- Tozer while seeing patients on regular OB&GYN visits
- Participated with patient care, diagnosis, and management discussions with the supervising physician
- Developed a deeper understanding of both prenatal and postnatal visits and recognizing high risk pregnancies and how to follow up for each condition
- Attended in-clinic procedures including uterine ablation, IUD insertion and removal
Clinical Observer
Rocky Mountain Medical
Denver, United States of America
04.2019 - 03.2020
- Viewed and discussed patients' interactions with the supervising physician
- Participated in cases discussions
- Discussed further treatment
- Became familiarized with the US healthcare system
- Bolstered my skills to perform H & P, daily SOAP notes, interpreted labs, images and case presentation
- Strengthened my clinical knowledge in patients with chronic and acute conditions and making a therapeutic plan
- Learned Electronic Health Record System
- Filed claims and documented patient’s appropriate ICD-10 codes and procedures
- Carefully documented patient’s visits
General practitioner
Green Apple medical center
Irbid, Jordan
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Prescribed and administered treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease or injury
- Ordered, performed and interpreted tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition
- Monitored patients’ conditions and progress and reevaluated treatments as necessary
- Advised patients to concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary
- Coordinated work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapist, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health care providers
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
- Comforted and reassured patients when appropriate
- Administered drugs, orally or by injection, and performed intravenous procedures
- First aid, wounds care and suturing
- Abscess incision and drainage
- Pap smear samples
Medical doctor, intern
Princess Basmah Hospital
Irbid, Jordan
07.2013 - 07.2014
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury
- Order, perform and interpret tests and analyze records, reports, and examination information to diagnose patients’ condition
- Monitor patients’ conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary
- Advise patients to concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention
- Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary
- Coordinate work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapist, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health care providers
- Plan, implement or administer health programs or standards in hospitals, business or communities for prevention or treatment of injury or illness
- Administer first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons in the emergency department
- Assess nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
- Comfort and reassure patients
- Administer drugs, orally or by injection, or perform intravenous procedures
Education
CIIS certification -
Colorado Department of Public Health and Education
Colorado, United States of America07.2021
phlebotomy -
Denver Phlebotomy School
Denver, Colorado, United States of America07.2021
Bachelor’s degree - medicine and surgery
Jordan University of Science and Technology
Irbid, Jordan06.2013
High school diploma -
Almanarah high school
Irbid, Jordan01.2007
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Patient-centered care
- Teaching and mentoring
- Preventive medicine strategies
- Medical documentation proficiency
- Healthcare technology utilization
- Continuous professional development
- Team leadership qualities
- Advanced clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Self-directed learning
- Professionalism and ethics
Languagefluency
Native/functionally native, Advanced
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading crime novels, especially Agatha Christie's detective works.
- Cooking including Mediterranean and Indian food and learning and creating new recipes.
- Photography especially Landscape and Travel Photography.
- Fishing to clear my mind.
- Hiking to share quality time with my family.
- Traveling to get to know new cultures and food.
Membership
- Jordanian Medical Association
- Jordanian Medical Council
- Guest speaker at COVID-19 vaccine awareness and clinic at Colorado Muslim society
Research
I participated in a House held Cross Sectional Population survey to estimate the Prevalence and the Incidence of the chronic diseases in children aged 5-15 years, during the fourth year of medical school, Jordan University of Science and Technology., 2011
Timeline
Internal Medicine Resident
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Medical Doctor
Evans Medical Center
02.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Trainee
Evans Medical Center
04.2021 - 01.2022
Clinical Observer
Step By Step Pediatrics
09.2020 - 11.2020
Clinical Observer
Parker ObGyn
07.2020 - 09.2020
Clinical Observer
Rocky Mountain Medical
04.2019 - 03.2020
General practitioner
Green Apple medical center
07.2014 - 12.2014
Medical doctor, intern
Princess Basmah Hospital
07.2013 - 07.2014
CIIS certification -
Colorado Department of Public Health and Education
phlebotomy -
Denver Phlebotomy School
Bachelor’s degree - medicine and surgery
Jordan University of Science and Technology
High school diploma -
Almanarah high school
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