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Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Publications
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Watfa Osman Mahgoub Sid Ahmed

Doha

Summary

A highly motivated physician -scientist passionate about pushing the boundaries of medical knowledge. Seeks to deepen expertise in clinical and translational research to deliver personalized medicine solutions. Proven ability to analyze large-scale genetic data and apply clinical knowledge across diverse settings, including research institutions, universities, and healthcare facilities. Thrives in collaborative environments while also demonstrating a strong work ethic and the ability to excel independently.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Researcher

Advanced Cell Therapy Core
Doha
09.2022 - Current
  • Explored the extracoagulative aspects of factor VIII via Zebrafish model while also seeking out alternative approaches for non-invasive assessment of vascular conditions in individuals diagnosed with hemophilia A
  • Supported conceptualization phase of research, conducted thorough literature reviews, and assisted with manuscript writing
  • Conducted studies on diseases at the molecular level using various molecular biology techniques.
  • Formulated research protocols and methodologies
  • Managed laboratory resources and budgets to support research activities

Researcher

Hamad Bin Khalifa University
Doha
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Studied mechanisms of action of anti-tubulin agents and their possible role in colorectal cancers by identifying relevant questions and determining the best experimental methods to answer them.

Research Assistant

Graduate School of Public Health, University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Maintained laboratory data and ensured accurate documentation
  • Performed husbandry care and selective breeding of animals' colonies, while also preparing them for surgeries.
  • Utilized flow cytometry to isolate and analyze peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), investigating the reconstitution of human immune cells along with determining the primary lymphocyte subset present within PBMCs in bone marrow-liver-thymus-spleen (BLTS) humanized mice
  • Performed Gross/tissue analysis with immunohistochemical analysis, expediting processing time and enhancing accuracy.

Primary Care Physician

Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company
Doha
01.2016 - 08.2017
  • Performed physical assessments and to evaluate workers fitness
  • Prescribed medication, ordered tests and scheduled follow-up visits
  • Assisted in the planning and risk management process by analyzing reports of the occupational health and environmental safety department.
  • Promoted worker health by providing guidance on nutrition, exercise, and avoiding heat stroke and work-related injuries.

Primary Care Physician

China Harbor Engineering Company Ltd
Doha
10.2014 - 12.2015
  • Performing physical assessments and to evaluate workers fitness
  • Educating patients about diagnoses and management plans
  • Prescribing medication, ordering tests, and scheduling follow-up visits

Primary Healthcare Physician

Alabeer Medical Center
Doha
12.2013 - 09.2014
  • Worked with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to consistently deliver quality patient care.

Research Assistant Intern

Weill Cornell Medical College
Doha
02.2014 - 08.2014
  • Analyzed genetic data generated from next-generation sequencing (NGS) of human subjects under the supervision of Khalid Fakhro, PhD at Crystal Lab for Human Genetics
  • Conducted PCR and Sanger sequencing to validate mutations identified from NGS data, while also performing variant annotation and literature searches.

Internship Student

Institute of Endemic Diseases, University of Khartoum
Khartoum
08.2013 - 09.2013
  • Received extensive training in wet lab molecular techniques to study Pathogenesis of Leishmaniasis, malaria, tuberculosis, and Schistosomiasis under the supervision of Dr. Muawiya Mohammed Mukhtar, PhD Professor of immunology and infectious diseases.

Primary Care Physician

Alyaa Specialized Medical Center
Khartoum
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Conducted physical assessments and tests to develop patient management plans.

Hospitalist Physician Assistant

King Saud Medical City
Riyadh
10.2010 - 10.2011
  • Performed comprehensive patient exams and assessments to formulate, implement and continuously update individualized plans of care for renal diseases patients and implement appropriate management and follow-ups plans.

Resident Doctor

Sudanese Medical Specialization Board
Khartoum
04.2009 - 08.2010
  • Studied basic concepts of immunology, immunopathology, clinical immunology, and human molecular genetics.
  • Accurately diagnosed and provided clinical care for immunological disorders.
  • Ordered and executed diagnostic tests to aid in diagnosing auto-immune disorders, immunodeficiency, and allergy.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical And Translational Sciences

University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock,AR,USA
12-2020

M.D. -

University of Gezira
Wad-Madani, Sudan
12-2002

Skills

  • Clinical and translational research
  • Molecular biology techniques
  • Humanized small animal models
  • Zebrafish as model organism
  • Clinical Trials
  • Research methodologies
  • Managing laboratory resources and budgets
  • High Throughput Sequencing
  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health

Accomplishments

    Summa cum laude: “With the highest honor,” GPA 4/4 obtained in master degree

Publications

  • Samal, Jasmine & Kelly, Samantha & Na-Shatal, Ali & Elhakiem, Abdalla & Das, Antu & Ding, Ming & Sanyal, Anwesha & Gupta, Phalguni & Melody, Kevin & Roland, Brad & Ahmed, Watfa & Zakir, Aala & Bilgy, Moses. (2018). Human immunodeficiency virus infection induces lymphoid fibrosis in the BM-liver-thymus-spleen humanized mouse model. JCI Insight. 3. 10.1172/jci.insight.120430.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Researcher

Advanced Cell Therapy Core
09.2022 - Current

Researcher

Hamad Bin Khalifa University
01.2022 - 06.2022

Research Assistant

Graduate School of Public Health, University Of Pittsburgh
03.2018 - 12.2018

Primary Care Physician

Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company
01.2016 - 08.2017

Primary Care Physician

China Harbor Engineering Company Ltd
10.2014 - 12.2015

Research Assistant Intern

Weill Cornell Medical College
02.2014 - 08.2014

Primary Healthcare Physician

Alabeer Medical Center
12.2013 - 09.2014

Internship Student

Institute of Endemic Diseases, University of Khartoum
08.2013 - 09.2013

Primary Care Physician

Alyaa Specialized Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2013

Hospitalist Physician Assistant

King Saud Medical City
10.2010 - 10.2011

Resident Doctor

Sudanese Medical Specialization Board
04.2009 - 08.2010

Master of Science - Clinical And Translational Sciences

University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences

M.D. -

University of Gezira
Watfa Osman Mahgoub Sid Ahmed