Clinician Researcher with experience in conducting advanced research and generating impactful findings. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing research needs. Skilled in data analysis, experimental design, and scientific writing. Reliable and results-driven with passion for contributing to groundbreaking discoveries.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinician Researcher
Prime Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Conduct systematic reviews of clinical literature, with a focus on chronic and infectious diseases.
Extract and analyze data from medical records to assess incidence, prevalence, and trends in pathology.
Ensure high-quality data by accurately mapping pathologies to relevant medical ontologies.
Research peer-reviewed literature to compare diagnostic norms with observed patient data.
Evaluate ICD-10 criteria for patient conditions, ensuring compliance with updated guidelines.
Provide ongoing updates on ICD-10 changes to clinical management teams, enhancing documentation accuracy.
Clinical Extern
Park Slope Cardiac and Diagnostic Services
08.2023 - 09.2023
Gained hands-on experience in diagnosing and managing a variety of cardiac conditions.
Developed proficiency in interpreting lab results, electrocardiograms (ECGs), and echocardiograms (Echos).
Acquired skills in conducting nuclear stress tests and gained insights into coronary angiograms, cardiac catheterization, and cardiac MRI.
Expanded knowledge in managing peripheral vascular diseases and other cardiovascular conditions.
Advocated for a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, collaborating closely with diverse healthcare professionals.
Enhanced patient counseling skills, focusing on improving understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Met with more than 25 patients each day in dynamic outpatient setting.
Assisted in patient intake processes, ensuring accurate data collection and documentation.
Clinical Extern
Sure Medical Care
07.2023 - 08.2023
Gained valuable experience in diagnosing and treating various infectious diseases.
Learned about the impact of weather, environmental factors, and geography on disease transmission and prevalence.
Understood the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to patient care, collaborating with various healthcare professionals.
Recognized the significance of effective communication in enhancing health outcomes.
Engaged with diverse patients from various cultural backgrounds, improving cultural competence.
Became proficient in Electronic Medical Record systems for better patient information documentation.
Expanded knowledge of preventive care and community health initiatives during my time at the center.
Medical Officers
Dr. Iwamura Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 06.2023
Oversaw general medicine, emergency care, and ICU, managing diverse cases and conducting procedures like ABG analysis, pleural tapping, urinary catheterization, and gastric lavage.
Managed critical ICU cases, including COPD exacerbations, DKA, and sepsis, performing life-saving interventions such as CPR, intubation, central line placement, and tracheotomy.
Managed emergency cases and performed life-saving interventions under supervision.
Actively contributed to emergency assessments, diagnoses, and treatments.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient care coordination.
Developed skills in patient management, decision-making under pressure, and evidence-based practice in a high-intensity environment.
Chief Medical Officer
Department of Health and Services / Dhulikhel Primary Healthcare Center
08.2019 - 08.2021
Provided comprehensive healthcare services, including diagnostics, treatment, and counseling on communicable and non-communicable diseases, nutrition, mental health, immunizations, and family planning.
Led infectious disease awareness initiatives and managed rabies, Dengue, Measles, Chickenpox, Influenza, Diphtheria and HIV/AIDS cases.
Administered DOTS treatment for tuberculosis patients.
Conducted medico-legal examinations and prepared reports, further enhancing clinical and legal expertise.
Managed COVID-19 cases, demonstrating adaptability in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Organized and led monthly training sessions for healthcare providers, fostering skill development and teamwork.
Education
M.B,B.S. - Medicine
Janaki Medical College
Nepal
12-2019
Skills
Accurate clinical documentation
Proficient in HIPAA compliance standards
Comprehensive patient evaluations
Experienced in healthcare system navigation
Comprehensive treatment planning
Clinical quality enhancement
Analytical approach to practice
Comprehensive diagnostic assessment
Qualitative and quantitative analysis
Interdisciplinary healthcare collaboration
Proficient in EMR systems
Efficient patient data documentation
Certification
Basic Life Support/ AED by Heart & Stroke Foundation : Aug, 2019 - Sep, 2019
Nepal Medical Council : Aug, 2019
United States licensing Examination: USMLE Step 1(2022) & Step 2(2023): Passed
Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates(ECFMG) : Jul, 2023 - Dec, 2026
Awards
Ambassadors of International Association of Students Surgical Societies for the year 2022-2023, Received: Sep, 2022
Clinician Researcher - Research - Clinician Researcher at Prime Healthcare, Received: Sep, 2024
International Federation of Medical Students Association (IFMSA) Professional Exchange Program, Received: Oct, 2019
International Organizing Committee - Asian Collaborative Training on Infectious Diseases Outbreak, Natural Disaster, & Refugee Management, Received: Jul, 2020,
Ministry of Education MBBS scholarship awards - Scholarship - The Ministry of Education awards scholarships based on rank following nationwide entrance exam. Received: Nov, 2012
Project Manager - Community/Service Recognition - Project manager at Nepal Health Corps, Received: Aug, 2021,
Vice chair for external affairs - Community/Service Recognition - IFMSA’s Asia pacific regional program- ACTION 2020, Received: Jul, 2020
Affiliations
International Federation of Medical Students' Associations
International Association of Student Surgical Societies
Lions Clubs International
Mountain Medicine Society of Nepal
Nepal Health Corps
Nepal Medical Association
Nepal Medical Council
Nepal Red Cross Society
Interests
Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
Fundraising Events
Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Dancing
Volunteering
Hiking
Playing Sports
Camping
Adventure Travel
Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
Publications
Parajuli, S. B., Kuikel, J., Lama S. & KC, H. Efforts and Challenges in the COVID-19 mitigation in Nepal. Euroasian Journal of Medical Sciences. December 2020; 2(3):132-134. Article URL: https://www.euroasianjournals.org/ejms/index.php/ejms/article/view/309
Kashichawa,S.k., Lama, S., Suwal, A., Twanabasu, S., Suwal, B., Suwal, A.. Scoliosis among school students in Bhaktapur . Cureus. May 2024. Publication Status: Under Review.
Lama, S., Rimal, S., Rajbhandari, P., Karki, A., Regmi, C.. Therapeutic Role of Adding Colchicine With Conventional Treatment of Pericarditis . Cureus . November 2023. Publication Status: Under Review.
Lama, S., Shah, N., Rajbhandari, P., Dangol, N., Jamal, T.. Anaplastic Thyroid Carcinoma: An Unusually Prolonged Survival . Cureus . July 2024. Publication Status: Under Review.
Proficient Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Clinician Researcher
Prime Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Extern
Park Slope Cardiac and Diagnostic Services
08.2023 - 09.2023
Clinical Extern
Sure Medical Care
07.2023 - 08.2023
Medical Officers
Dr. Iwamura Memorial Hospital
08.2021 - 06.2023
Chief Medical Officer
Department of Health and Services / Dhulikhel Primary Healthcare Center