RAMAPRIYA SHANMUGAM
MEDICAL OFFICER
Tiruvannamalai,TN
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated medical officer with 10 years of experience delivering comprehensive healthcare to patients of all ages. Responsible medical administrator, passionate about delivering outstanding quality and service. Dedicated and focused medical supervisor who excels at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously and following through to achieve project goals. Seeking role of increased responsibility and authority. Highly skilled leader with outstanding team leadership abilities to meet targets consistently. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering trust and building strong patient relationships.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Senior Assistant Surgeon
Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services, Government of Tamil Nadu, India
9 2023 - Current
- Oversaw day-to-day practice functions, including delivery of patient care, medical and administrative staff and business activities
- Performed physical examinations on patients of all ages
- Provided preventative care advice to promote healthy lifestyles
- Reported notable cases to government authorities in line with legal and professional requirements
- Provided training and guidance to junior administrative staff, enhancing team skills and performance
- Responded quickly and efficiently in emergency situations
- Attended professional development conferences and seminars for continuing education purposes
- Monitored patients' progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly
- Facilitated referrals for specialist consultations when appropriate.
Post graduate in Physiology
Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, India
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met
- Collaborated with administrators, faculty members, parents, and community partners to support student success
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and assessment results
- Adapted lessons based on changing needs of students throughout academic year
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help undergraduate students in their theory and practical examinations.
Assistant Surgeon
Directorate of Public Health, Government of Tamil Nadu, India
02.2014 - 07.2020
- Conducted rounds in hospital wards to review patient progress and provide guidance to junior staff members
- Managed the treatment of chronic illnesses, including diabetes, hypertension and asthma
- Provided education to patients on health promotion, disease prevention, lifestyle modifications and other topics related to health maintenance
- Assisted with patient examinations and treatments by taking medical histories, performing physical exams, drawing blood and administering injections
- Ordered diagnostic tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, and lab work for patients
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing foreign bodies from wounds.
Junior doctor
ALC Eye Hospital
02.2012 - 01.2013
- Attended patients with ophthalmic complaints and treated accordingly
- Regular eye check-up and assessment of distance, near vision were carried out
- Monitored patient's progress after treatment or surgery
- Provided health education to patients and their families
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes to improve overall health outcomes
- Performed minor surgical procedures, such as suturing and wound debridement
- Prescribed medications, therapies, and treatments based on diagnosis.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - M.D Physiology
Chengalpattu Government Medical College, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India
08.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery - M.B.B.S
Coimbatore Government Medical College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
08.2005 - 05.2011
Skills
Dedicated Team player
Case management and Insurance eligibility verifications
Meeting Planning and workforce mentoring
Administrative support
Teaching strategies
Strong interpersonal skills
Microsoft office proficiency
Verbal and Written communication
Certification
Research work in Assessment of Autonomic functions and stress among health care workers.
Languages
Tamil
English
Hindi
Timeline
Post graduate in Physiology
Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, India
08.2020 - 08.2023
Doctor of Medicine - M.D Physiology
Chengalpattu Government Medical College, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India
08.2020 - 05.2023
Assistant Surgeon
Directorate of Public Health, Government of Tamil Nadu, India
02.2014 - 07.2020
Junior doctor
ALC Eye Hospital
02.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor in Medicine and Bachelor in Surgery - M.B.B.S
Coimbatore Government Medical College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
08.2005 - 05.2011
Senior Assistant Surgeon
Directorate of Medical and Rural Health Services, Government of Tamil Nadu, India
9 2023 - Current
Research work in Assessment of Autonomic functions and stress among health care workers.
Research activity in the assessment of BMI and Body composition by Bio impedence analysis in young adults.
Published article in International Journal of Physiology titled 'A study of Red blood cell indices among covid 19 individuals in tertiary care triage centre' in the year 2021.
Awarded First prize in Pedagogy in the year 2023
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