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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Licensure and Board Certification
Publications
Research Experience
Awards
Other Employment
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Rumana Ahmed

Boston,MA

Summary

Well-trained psychiatrist with comprehensive residency experience in diagnosing and treating diverse mental health disorders. Proficient in psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in delivering care across versatile settings—including inpatient, outpatient, and telepsychiatry. Known for building strong therapeutic alliances and providing patient-centered care. Seeking a position to apply clinical expertise and contribute to high-quality mental health care and team-based leadership.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Resident Psychiatrist

Boston Medical Center-Brighton
07.2022 - 06.2026
  • Conducted psychiatric assessments under supervision across various sub-specialties (including child psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, addiction medicine).
  • Managed caseloads in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency psychiatric settings.
  • Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
  • Integrated findings from history and physical examinations into reasonably ordered differential diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
  • Conducted telepsychiatry consultations, increasing access to mental health services for remote patients.
  • Mentored junior psychiatrists and medical students in clinical practices and patient management strategies.
  • Developed and implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for diverse patient populations.
  • Experienced handling 35–40 patient encounters weekly, including both initial evaluations and medication management follow-ups.
  • Comfortable balancing a fast-paced schedule with 12–15 daily appointments across diverse psychiatric conditions.
  • Skilled in managing a full outpatient panel with low no-show rates and strong continuity of care.
  • Adaptable to high-volume telehealth environments with a focus on timely documentation and patient rapport.

Adjunct Lecturer - Biology

City College of the CUNY
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Evaluated student performance through exams, papers, and participation to monitor progress and provide constructive feedback.
  • Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
  • Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development, and instruction improvement program.
  • Provided individualized attention and support by maintaining regular office hours and offering extra help sessions as needed.
  • Communicated effectively with students about the course structure and materials to enhance their learning experience.
  • Collaborated with faculty members of the other course sections to monitor the progress of the course structure.
  • Improved overall course organization by implementing clear syllabi, rubrics, and grading policies for transparent assessment processes.
  • Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop interdisciplinary coursework for a more well-rounded educational experience.

Medical Scribe

Dr. Karen Nielsen (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)
06.2017 - 06.2018
  • Learned about the practice of osteopathic medicine on a first-hand basis while observing Dr. Nielsen
  • Documented patient encounters and medical histories, ensuring accuracy in electronic health records.
  • Assisted in preparing patient files and charts for efficient consultation and treatment.
  • Reviewed and transcribed physician notes promptly, maintaining high standards of clarity and detail.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline workflow and enhance patient care delivery.

Academic Tutor

Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge Center at CUNY
08.2016 - 06.2018
  • Provided academic support to students from disadvantaged and struggling backgrounds.
  • Communicated effectively with students to provide them feedback on how to improve their organizational and communication skills in school.
  • Developed personalized learning plans to address individual student needs and improve academic performance.
  • Implemented engaging educational strategies to enhance comprehension and retention of subject material.

Entry-level Engineer

Fusion Engineering, PC
01.2016 - 08.2016
  • Streamlined project workflows, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times.
  • Collaborated with senior engineers on load calculations, material selection, and project planning.
  • Designed and implemented engineering solutions to enhance system performance and reliability.
  • Led cross-functional teams to execute project plans, ensuring alignment with client requirements.


Education

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -

NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine
Old Westbury, NY
06-2022

Master of Science - Biology

City College of The City University of New York
New York, New York
05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of North Florida (UNF)
Jacksonville, FL
12.2015

Skills

  • Treatment planning
  • Compassionate care
  • Diagnostic skills
  • Clinical decision making
  • Diagnostic services
  • Interdisciplinary team coordination
  • Care plan development
  • Diagnosis and treatment
  • Patient safety
  • Research and analysis
  • Therapeutic interventions
  • Healthcare team collaboration
  • Prescription drug management
  • Telepsychiatry services
  • Telepsychiatry experience
  • Telepsychiatry proficiency
  • Anxiety management
  • Schizophrenia treatment
  • Depression treatment
  • Bipolar disorder treatment
  • Psychotherapeutic inventions
  • Trauma-informed care

Licensure and Board Certification

Board Eligible in Psychiatry – ABPN, Anticipated Certification: Sept 2026

New York Medical License – In progress, Expected June 2026

New Jersey Medical License-In progress, Expected June 2026 

Publications

Vanjarapu, J.M.R., Iglesias, J., Ahmed, R., Singh, P., Gerbino, G., & Stokes, M.B. (2022). Proliferative glomerulonephritis with monotypic immunoglobulin deposits: An unusual presentation in the setting of multiple inciting events including COVID-19 vaccination. Cureus, 14(6), e25949. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.25949

Ahmed, R., & Rahman, M. (2017, April). Mathematical modeling analysis to simulate the dynamics of immune cells, HIV, and tuberculosis. American Journal of Undergraduate Research, 15(2), 35–48.

Research Experience

Weill Cornell Medical College – Travelers Summer Research Program
Research InternJune 2015–Aug 2015

  • Investigated carbon black–filled silicone materials for potential use in pressure-sensitive cardiac devices
  • Contributed to experimental design, data analysis, and interdisciplinary collaboration

UNF Engineering – Mercy Land Orphanage Clinic (Haiti)
Foundation Designer & ResearcherAug 2014–May 2015

  • Co-led design of a rural medical clinic for 400+ children, integrating health needs with structural planning
  • Researched regional disease prevalence to inform clinic layout and functional design
  • Strengthened project leadership and communication skills in a multidisciplinary context

University of North Florida – Department of Mathematics
Undergraduate Research StudentJune 2014–Dec 2015

  • Modeled immune system responses to HIV and TB using systems of differential equations

Mayo Clinic – Clinical Research Internship Study Program
Research InternJune 2013–Aug 2014

  • Analyzed cost-effectiveness of treatments for hepatic metastases using probabilistic modeling
  • Conducted literature reviews and collaborated on outcome research under physician mentorship
  • Built foundational skills in clinical data interpretation, outcomes research, and evidence-based medicine

Awards

Honorable Mention for Mercy Land Orphanage Clinic in Haiti

University of North Florida (UNF) Parents Association Endowed Scholarship

Other Employment

  • UNF College of Engineering, Grader for Statics, Analysis of Structures, and Transportation Engineering (Aug 2014-Dec 2015)
  • Asbury Arts Center, Bollywood Dance Instructor (Aug 2010-June 2015)
  • Bollywood Touch, Dance Instructor (May 2016-Aug 2017)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Bangla
Native or Bilingual
Sylheti
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Elementary

Timeline

Resident Psychiatrist

Boston Medical Center-Brighton
07.2022 - 06.2026

Adjunct Lecturer - Biology

City College of the CUNY
08.2017 - 06.2018

Medical Scribe

Dr. Karen Nielsen (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)
06.2017 - 06.2018

Academic Tutor

Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge Center at CUNY
08.2016 - 06.2018

Entry-level Engineer

Fusion Engineering, PC
01.2016 - 08.2016

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -

NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine

Master of Science - Biology

City College of The City University of New York

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of North Florida (UNF)