Sophia Rizk
Summary
Versatile and forward-thinking anesthesiologist, known for decisive leadership and independent thinking. Adept at maintaining high patient care standards, I am meticulously organized and deeply committed to safety. I thrive in critical situations, displaying reliability and effective leadership. As an achiever and continuous learner, I bring a proactive, punctual, and team-oriented mentality. Possessing exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills, I facilitated seamless communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution with surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff. Drawing on my high sense of empathy and multicultural background, alongside fluency in three languages, I am poised to contribute significantly to the improvement of public health. With a solid medical background and a global management degree, I possess a powerful blend of skills to drive innovation in our ever-evolving healthcare system.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Consultant
DO Medical School Startup
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Conducted comprehensive market research and competitor analysis, and identified key branding strategies to differentiate the institution in the competitive landscape.
- Led a survey of 27 DO residents, synthesizing results to provide valuable insights and recommendations for the client's branding, emphasizing geographic considerations, leadership, and business education.
- Presented findings to the client's leadership team, offering strategic recommendations based on survey results and competitive market research.
Business Consultant
Medecipher
2022.07 - 2022.09
- Generated thorough and useful report for use in business decision-making.
- Facilitated and managed business development plan based on market and industry research, in collaboration with a team from Thunderbird School of Global Management.
- Identified target customers and developed forward-thinking sales and marketing plans to promote company growth.
Attending Anesthesiologist
Lebanese American University Medical Center, Rizk Hospital
2013.05 - 2016.08
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Developed and implemented anesthesia fellowship program.
- Mentored residents and medical students in proper anesthesia techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Streamlined operating room turnover times by working closely with support staff to optimize patient flow and reduce delays.
Attending Anesthesiologist
Trad Hospital and Medical Center
2011.10 - 2013.04
- Implemented continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental performance and maintain high standards of care.
- Supported departmental budget management by monitoring supply utilization and recommending cost-effective alternative products when appropriate.
- Contributed to hospital-wide committees focused on enhancing patient safety, quality assurance, and operational efficiency within the anesthesiology department.
Education
Master of Global Management -
Thunderbird School of Global Management
Phoenix, AZ12.2023
M.D. - Specialist Anesthesia - Reanimation
Université Catholique De Louvain
Brussels, Belgium09.2011
Skills
- Project Management
- Market Research
- Solution Implementation
- Organizational Skills
- Team Building
- Time Management
- Training and Mentoring
- Data Analysis
Accomplishments
Member of Beta Gamma Sigma - The International Business Honor Society.
Certification
- Member of the Belgian and Lebanese Orders of Physicians.
- Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduate certificate, October 2020.
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Business Consultant
DO Medical School Startup
2023.09 - 2023.12
Business Consultant
Medecipher
2022.07 - 2022.09
Attending Anesthesiologist
Lebanese American University Medical Center, Rizk Hospital
2013.05 - 2016.08
Attending Anesthesiologist
Trad Hospital and Medical Center
2011.10 - 2013.04
Master of Global Management -
Thunderbird School of Global Management
M.D. - Specialist Anesthesia - Reanimation
Université Catholique De Louvain
- Member of the Belgian and Lebanese Orders of Physicians.
- Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduate certificate, October 2020.
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