Alisha Konnel Antony

• Attended ward rounds with consultants and junior doctors, interacting with patience on consultant's order
• Presented cases to consultants during ward rounds/board meetings
• Learned the use of BNF and trust guidelines for appropriate prescription
• Learned the use of "Fusion System" being followed in Walsall trust for appointments, scheduling services, viewing and follow up of patient data
• Observed and learned diagnostic and therapeutic procedures like Cannulation, ABG, VBG, Venipuncture and Blood culture
• Liaised with ward nurses and healthcare workers to understand several NHS Systems in place
• Acquired the know-how to prepare appropriate EDS for patients on discharge from the wards
• Overserved consultants and colleagues during important discussions with patients and their relatives on sensitive matters like end of life care discussions and breaking bad news
• Acquired familiarity on how to talk with next of kin on telephone
• Observed the process of appropriate referrals and escalations when needed
• Observed clerking Shifts in A&E
• Observed and got familiar with different NHS systems like assessing NEWS score, assessing CAPACITY of a patient, DoLS and Respect forms being filled

• Proven skills in emergency care

Handled medical emergencies, including cardiac arrest and anaphylactic reactions, and ensured effective patient recovery.

• Expertise in managing wards and patients

Supervised multiple wards with clinical rotations in the following departments and gained expertise in various medical cases.

Infectious Diseases: worked under the guidance of senior consultants involved in diagnosing infectious diseases through variety of methods, including clinical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies and develop treatment plans tailored to each patient’s condition also played a crucial role in preventing spread of infectious diseases by implementing protocols and educating health care workers about preventive measures

Pulmonology: conducting initial assessments of patients with respiratory complaints monitoring the progress of patients undergoing treatment, including assessing, and adjusting oxygen therapy as per patient needs.

Endocrinology: involved in regular monitoring of patient's blood sugar levels and optimal management by adjusting insulin dosage or oral hypoglycemic medications in ward patients, pre-op and post-op patients, helping them with nutritional counselling, complication screening and lifestyle modification.

Rheumatology: participate in diagnostic workup, helping to interpret laboratory results, imaging findings, and other diagnostic tests to aid in the diagnosis of condition such as rheumatoid arthritis, S L E , and spondyloarthropathies.

Geriatrics: essential role in care and management of elderly patient’s cognitive assessment, medication review, f o c u s i n g on their unique medical, s o c i a l and functional needs. Co ordinate care with specialists to optimize treatment outcomes while considering the patients age -related physiological changes and potential medication interactions.

• Continuous Service during the entire Covid pandemic waves in the country
• Diagnosing and treating COVID-19 patients- Regular monitoring of oxygen levels, administration of oxygen therapy via nasal cannulas, facemask, HFNC depending on patient’s needs and severity of respiratory distress.
• Managing severe cases and coordinating with specialists for critical care
• Providing supportive care and addressing complications
• Conducting COVID-19 testing and interpreting results
• Identifying and isolating positive cases to prevent further transmission
• Educating the public on vaccine safety and importance
• Utilizing Telehealth services to provide medical consultations remotely
• Providing leadership and guidance to healthcare teams working on the frontline
• Providing trainings and supervision to junior residents

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary teams including senior consultants, nurses, and support staff. Effectively communicated with patients and their families, addressing concerns, and formulating treatment plans.

• Variety of clinical experiences
• Rotational postings in various departments, including General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Pediatrics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Dermatology, and Community Medicine.
• Managed daily patient care, including history taking and examination of new admissions.
• Attended supervised and individual clinics, providing symptomatic management for common presentations.

• Surgical experience
• Assisted in surgical procedures, including suturing, reduction, and casting of fractures, wound dressing, and burns management.
• Assisted in 5-10 newborn deliveries and placenta delivery under supervision.
• Conducted blood transfusions. Assisted in spinal anesthesia procedures under supervision.
• Administered local anesthetic injections SC and ID

• Community Medicine Including rural health training

Offering preventive care, treating common illnesses and managing patient’s overall health & wellness