SUSHMA GADWALA
KURNOOL
Summary
Detail-oriented junior dentist with expertise in patient counseling, medication management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to enhancing patient safety through thorough medication reviews and evidence-based practice.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Junior Dentist
LEELASUPERSPECIALITY DENTAL CLINIC,KAKINADA
kakinada
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Reviewed patient medical records for drug allergies, interactions, and contraindications to ensure safe medication use.
- Investigated drug information requests from health care providers including indications, dosing regimens, contraindications, interactions, adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals regarding optimal therapeutic outcomes for patients.
- Provided counseling to patients regarding their medications including appropriate administration techniques as well as potential side effects or allergic reactions that may occur.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
- Monitored drug therapies by reviewing laboratory values and adjusting medications as needed.
- Assessed medication appropriateness using evidence-based guidelines along with patient specific factors such as age, weight, concurrent diagnosis.
- Delivered pharmacological education to patients by responding to and answering questions and explaining medication side effects.
- Educated nursing staff on proper administration techniques of various medications used within the facility.
- Evaluated new prescription orders for accuracy and completeness before dispensing medications.
- Maintained a current knowledge base of pharmaceuticals through continuing education activities and literature review.
- Conducted regular reviews of medication profiles to identify possible adverse reactions or duplications in therapy.
- Reviewed data on medication use and recommended changes to established policies.
- Discussed over-the-counter medication and equipment options to help patients deal with individual symptoms.
- Analyzed prescribing trends to monitor compliance and prevent excessive usage.
- Performed quality assurance audits on prescriptions dispensed to ensure accuracy of dosage forms and directions for use.
- Ensured compliance with state board regulations in the preparation, labeling, storage and distribution of drugs.
- Participated in formulary management activities such as evaluating new drugs for formulary inclusion or exclusion decisions based on cost-effectiveness criteria.
- Verified prescription information against safety guidelines and insurance limitations to protect patient health and financial interests.
- Oversaw and monitored dispensation of controlled substances according to regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed packages and medication bottles for proper labeling before distributing to patients.
- Managed inventory levels of medications throughout the facility ensuring adequate stock is available when needed.
- Dispensed medications accurately and efficiently to meet the needs of patients.
- Increased focus on pharmacy's encompassing health services by administering immunizations and delivering patient consultations.
- Developed policies and procedures related to clinical pharmacy services at the facility.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and new drug developments.
- Provided drug therapy recommendations based on current clinical guidelines.
- Developed educational materials and programs for healthcare professionals on pharmacotherapy topics.
Education
BACHELORS IN DENTAL SURGERY - DENTAL SCIENCES
MNR DENTAL COLLEGE
HYDERABAD04-2023
Skills
- Patient counseling
- Medication management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pharmacological education
- Quality assurance
- Inventory control
Timeline
Junior Dentist
LEELASUPERSPECIALITY DENTAL CLINIC,KAKINADA
04.2023 - 05.2024
BACHELORS IN DENTAL SURGERY - DENTAL SCIENCES
MNR DENTAL COLLEGE