Dr. Hera Ali
Clinical Skills Instructor & Examiner at Batterjee Medical College- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Urdu Native or bilingual proficiency
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Arabic Limited working proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Saudi Medical License
Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)Jul, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
COVID-19 Critical Care Crash Course
Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS)Jul, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
COVID-19 Responders Training
King Saud UniversityApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart AssociationDec, 2019- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Batterjee Medical College
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Saudi Arabia
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Clinical Skills Instructor & Examiner
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Sep 2020 - Present
- I help coordinate and organized OSCE exams for medical students in years 1-6. - I help coordinate and organized OSCE exams for medical students in years 1-6.
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East Jeddah Hospital
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Saudi Arabia
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Medical Practices
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100 - 200 Employee
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Pediatric Infectious Disease Intern
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Jun 2021 - Jun 2021
Core Clinical Rotation- Assisted the pediatric registrars in their duties by assessing patients, taking full history and examination, complete growth chart for the patient, charting medications; ordering investigations and finding the results; and completing discharge arrangements as directed.- Attended daily ward rounds conducted by the ward consultant and /or registrar.- Wrote notes on patient charts on admission, on ward rounds and whenever management changes are made.- Ensured that there is a detailed handover at any change of duties.- Requested appropriate laboratory tests, with results sighted, signed and actioned.- Wrote a discharge summary, and prescription and follow− up appointment if required upon a patient discharge. - Performed on −call duties according to the schedule.- Attended pediatric morning meeting.- Presented a pediatric topic per month during the rotation.- Assisted in pediatric and neonatal resuscitation, chest tube, central line, umbilical line, intraosseous access, endotracheal intubation, bone marrow aspiration and surfactant administration.- Learned how to read pediatric and neonatal ECG, ECHO, CT, MRI and U/S. Show less
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Pediatric Intern
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May 2021 - May 2021
Core Clinical Rotation- Learned how to read pediatric and neonatal ECG, ECHO, CT, MRI and U/S.- Assisted the pediatric registrars in their duties by assessing patients, taking full history and examination, complete growth chart for the patient, charting medications; ordering investigations and finding the results; and completing discharge arrangements as directed.- Attended daily ward rounds conducted by the ward consultant and or registrar.- Wrote notes on patient charts on admission, on ward rounds and whenever management changes are made.- Ensured that there is a detailed handover at any change of duties.- Appropriate laboratory tests will be requested and results sighted, signed and actioned.- Wrote a discharge summary, and prescription and follow− up appointment if required upon a patient discharge.- Performed on −call duties according to the schedule.- Attended pediatric morning meetings.- Presented a pediatric topic per month during the rotation.- Assisted in pediatric and neonatal resuscitation, chest tube, central line, umbilical line, intraosseous access, endotracheal intubation, bone marrow aspiration and surfactant administration. Show less
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King Fahd Hospital, Jeddah
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Saudi Arabia
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Cardiosurgery Intern
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Apr 2021 - Apr 2021
Elective Clinical Rotation- Took a complete history and physical examination and order investigations after consultations.- Performed skills of vital signs assessment (pulse, BP, temp and RR)- Interpreted and analyzed X-rays films and ECHO and ECG with clinical correlation.- Performed and Interpreted ECG.- Developed critical thinking and clinical reasoning through case discussions and provided a preliminary diagnosis to the present case.- Developed skills in research.- Communicated properly with seniors, patients and peers in order to improve professional attitude.- Participated in the plan of management of the cases provided.- Attended daily teaching rounds with my respective team.- Followed-up on the results and reports of the patients and made sure that they are completed and conveyed to a senior member of the team.- Observed Coronary Angio with stent placement. Show less
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Cardiology Intern
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Mar 2021 - Mar 2021
Elective Clinical Rotation- Took a complete history and physical examination and order investigations after consultation.- Performed skills of vital signs assessment (pulse, BP, temp and RR)- Performed complete general physical examination.- Performed local examination of the anterior and posterior chest, heart examination.- Performed systemic examination (chest, heart, abdomen, Lower Limb exam)- Recognized and identified updated knowledge about systemic diseases and emergencies.- Interpreted X-rays films and ECHO, with clinical correlation.- Analyzed different laboratory tests, ECG and ECHO with clinical correlation.- Arterial blood sampling.- Performed an ECG.- Interpreted ECG.- Practiced some procedures like cannulation, gave thrombolytic therapy “Retaplase” injections to severe Myocardial Infarction cases.- Developed critical thinking and clinical reasoning through case discussions and provided a preliminary diagnosis to the present case.- Developed skills in research.- Communicated properly with seniors, patients and peers in order to improve professional attitude.- Participated in the plan of management of the cases provided.- Ordered appropriate labs and special investigations.- Clerked new admissions within one hour for routine cases immediately for emergency cases.- Attended daily teaching rounds with my respective team.- Followed-up on the results and reports of the patients and made sure that they are completed and conveyed to a senior member of the team.- Assisted in managing CODE BLUE (as leader).- Practiced LEADING CODE BLUE as team leader under supervision.- Observed in placement of temporary pace maker in an Emergency setting.- Observed pericardiocentesis in a case of pericardial effusion.- Observed Coronary Angio with stent placement. Show less
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Internal Medicine Intern
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Jan 2021 - Feb 2021
Core Clinical Rotation- Took a complete history and physical examination and order investigations after consultation.- Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records.- Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating patient needs and comfort levels.- Performed local examination of the anterior and posterior chest, heart examination, and abdominal examination.- Recognized updated knowledge about systemic diseases and emergencies.- Practiced some procedures like cannulation, nasogastric tube insertion, thoracentesis, chest tube insertion, and injections.- Developed critical thinking and clinical reasoning through cases discussions.- Developed skills in research.- Improved communicated skills with seniors, patients, and peers to maintain professional attitude.- Interpreted X-ray and ultrasound, with clinical correlations.- Placed orders for laboratory tests and interpreted results for accurate decision-making.- Measured capillary blood glucose using the finger prick method.- Analyzed urine dipstick results and Arterial Blood Gases results.- Performed and interpreted ECG.- Measured and interpreted peak expiratory flow rate and peak flow charts.- Administered oxygen therapy safely.- Attended an endoscopy and bronchoscopy, dialysis unit, echocardiography/stress test, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.- Performed and nasogastric tube, urinary catheter insertion, intravenous access, intramuscular injection including how to avoid nerve injury), and blood transfusion.- Calculated IV fluid replacement therapy. Show less
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King Abdulaziz Hospital
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Saudi Arabia
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Hospitals and Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Surgery Intern
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Nov 2020 - Dec 2020
Core Clinical Rotation - Practiced the skills of history taking and complete physical examination including vital signs. - Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories, providing exceptional and individualized care. - Developed critical thinking and clinical reasoning through case discussions. - Observed and assessed common general surgery diseases as appendicitis, cholecystitis, obstructive jaundice, hernias, and infected wounds. - Recognized updated knowledge about surgical emergencies. - Practiced some procedures like intravenous access cannulation, nasogastric and urinary catheter insertion, wound suturing and injections. - Recognized acute trauma patient and sharing in their assessment. - Developed skills in research and assignments. - Developed professional communication skill maintained with doctors, patients, and peers. - Performed systemic examinations (chest, heart, abdomen, and neurological examination). - Shared in assessment of trauma patient. - Managed different types of wounds and its dressing. - Treated minor cases like cellulitis, hemorrhoids, and etc.. - Assisted in minor procedures as abscess drainage, ingrown toe nail excision, and etc... - Assessed surgical patients with shared in preoperative preparation. - Calculated the IV fluid replacement therapy. - Blood transfusion precaution and management of complication. - Learned the methods of scrubbing and gowning. - Assisted in minor operations. - Identified operating room devices such as diathermy, laparoscopy tower, and surgical tourniquet. - Recovery room management. - Assessed the degree of burn patients and performed specified dressing. - Shared ideas in diabetic foot management. - Placed orders and interpreted x-ray films, ultrasound images, and CT images with its clinical correlation. - Placed orders for laboratory tests and interpreted results for accurate decision-making. Show less
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Emergency Medical Intern
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Sep 2020 - Oct 2020
Core Clinical Rotation - Attended and assisted the consultant, senior registrar, registrar and resident on rounds in the unit, operating rooms, and clinics. - Attended daily teaching rounds with their respective teams. - Participated in the scientific activities of the department. - Took a complete history and physical examination and order investigations after consultation. - Filled-up all request forms legibly and completed the relevant information required for the investigation requested and enter it in the computer. - Clerked new admissions within one hour for routine cases, and immediately for emergency cases. - Followed-up recommendations of the other departments. - Followed-up on the results and reports of the patients and make sure that they are completed and conveyed to a senior member of the team. - Wrote the progress notes of patients as instructed by the resident daily. - Attend and inform the resident in the team or on-duty of routine and emergency admissions. - Inform the resident immediately of any patients’ serious and life-threatening situations. - Made sure that follow-up appointments for the patient are arranged before discharge from the ward. - When the on-call was over, did not leave the hospital without conducting a proper endorsement of the on-call activities to the intern of the incoming on call team. - When assigned to the Day Care Unit, stayed in the unit from 08:00 to 16:00. - Wrote notes and any documentations if required. - Was required to immediately, commence all procedures leading to his/her acquisition of a personal pager, stamp, and identification card. - Provided the patient and/or his family with the necessary information regarding the nature of their illness, the surgical intervention if needed, any lab or radiological procedures if needed, the intake of medications, correct use of medical equipment and the time and place for follow-up. - Participated in all quality management activities within the department. Show less
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Saudi German Hospital
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Saudi Arabia
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Hospitals and Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Obstetrics and Gynecology Intern
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Jul 2020 - Aug 2020
Core Clinical Rotation - Practiced the skills of history taking and complete physical and obstetrical examination for the obstetrical patient. - Practiced the skills of history taking of gynecological patient. - Observed and assessed common medical problems in pregnancy as hyperemesis gravidarum, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiac disease, , Anemia, liver disease, urinary tract infection(acute pyelonephritis) and thromboembolism. - Recognized updated knowledge about pregnancy related problems like miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, antenatal screening, intrauterine growth restriction, multiple pregnancy and isoimmunization, preterm/post-term pregnancies, and their management. - Recognized updated knowledge about obstetrical emergencies. - Interpreted relevant investigations, including ultrasound reports, partogram charts and CTG traces. - Attended antenatal care for low-risk pregnancies at outpatient clinics. - Identified high risk pregnancy and indications for referral or hospital admission. - Identified causes and Manage bleeding in pregnancy (early/ late), and postpartum hemorrhage. - Diagnose preeclampsia/eclampsia and to perform emergency measures to control fits. - Diagnosed PROM, preterm labor and use of tocolysis. - Recognized indications of using different methods of induction of labor, using ecbolic. - Recognized different modes of deliveries including types/ indications of cesarean sections. - Communicated properly with doctors, patients and peers in order to improve his professional attitude. Show less
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OB/GYN Student Training
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Jan 2020 - Apr 2020
OBJECTIVES:-Practiced the skills of history taking and completed physical and obstetrical examination for the obstetrical patient.-Practiced the skills of history taking of gynecological patient. -Observed and assessed common medical problems in pregnancy as hyperemesis gravidarum, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiac disease, anemia, liver disease, urinary tract infection (acute pyelonephritis) and thromboembolism.-Recognized updated knowledge about pregnancy related problems like miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, antenatal screening, intrauterine growth restriction, multiple pregnancy and isoimmunization, preterm/post-term pregnancies, and their management.-Recognized updated knowledge about obstetrical emergencies.-Interpreted relevant investigations, including ultrasound reports, partogram charts and CTG traces.-Attended antenatal care for low-risk pregnancies at outpatient clinics.-Identified high risk pregnancy and indications for referral or hospital admission.-Identified causes and Managed bleeding in pregnancy (early/ late), and postpartum hemorrhage.-Diagnosed preeclampsia/eclampsia and performed emergency measures to control fits.-Diagnosed PROM, preterm labor and use of tocolysis.-Recognized indications of using different methods of induction of labor, using ecbolic.-Recognized different modes of deliveries including types /indications of cesarean sections.-Communicated properly with doctors, patients and peers in order to improve professional attitude. Show less
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Pediatric Student
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Sep 2019 - Dec 2019
-Recognized updated knowledge about pregnancy related problems like miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, antenatal screening, intrauterine growth restriction, multiple pregnancy and isoimmunization, preterm/post term pregnancies, and their management.-Interpreted relevant investigations, including ultrasound reports, partogram charts and CTG traces.-Identified causes and Manage bleeding in pregnancy (early /late), and postpartum hemorrhage.-Diagnosed preeclampsia/eclampsia and assisted in the performance of emergency measures to control fits.-Diagnosed PROM, preterm labor and use of tocolysis.-Recognized indications of using different methods of induction of labor, using ecbolic.-Helped identify pregnancy related problems like miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, antenatal screening, intrauterine growth restriction, multiple pregnancy, preterm labor, PROM and isoimmunization, post-term pregnancy-Helped identify common medical problems in pregnancy as hyperemesis gravidarum, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiac disease, thyroid disease, Anemia, liver disease urinary tract infection, pyelonephritis and thromboembolism.-Helped identify obstetrical emergencies like bleeding in pregnancy (early /late), and postpartum hemorrhage, eclampsia, cord prolapsed, shoulder dystocia,-Assisted in reading CTG(normal, and common abnormalities) under supervision-Assisted in reading a partogram(normal abnormalities) under supervision.-Helped in antenatal screening and diagnostic tests(fetal and maternal)-Checked reliability of LMP, calculated EDD and gestational age.-Performed vaginal and speculum examination under supervision.-Set differential diagnosis, management plan, including indications of hospital admissions.-Observed and assessed common medical problems in pregnancy as hyperemesis gravidarum, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, cardiac disease, Anemia, liver disease, urinary tract infection (acute pyelonephritis) and thromboembolism. Show less
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ENT Student Training
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Dec 2019 - Jan 2020
-Practiced the skill of history taking and complete physical and ENT examination. -Observed the common ENT problems and help in making the preliminary diagnosis. -Identified and practiced using the different instruments used during the ENT examination. -Practiced the skill of history taking and complete physical and ENT examination. -Observed the common ENT problems and help in making the preliminary diagnosis. -Identified and practiced using the different instruments used during the ENT examination.
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King Abdullah Medical Complex - Jeddah
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Saudi Arabia
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Hospitals and Health Care
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400 - 500 Employee
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General Surgery Student
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Mar 2019 - May 2019
OBSERVED: - Nasogastric tube insertion - Urinary Catheter insertion - Intravenous access - Intramuscular injections - Central venous line insertion - Wound dressing - Blood transfusion - Debridement of septic wound - Intercostal tube insertion - Wound suturing - Appendectomy surgery PERFORMED - Examinations for swelling - Examinations for edema - Examinations of pulses including doppler US - Examinations for cranial nerves - Examinations for hernia identification - Examinations for diabetic foot - Breast examinations - Thyroid examinations - Testing for different signs for thyrotoxicosis - Signs for Pendred syndrome - Examinations for splenomegaly - Examinations for hepatomegaly - Examinations for Ascites Show less
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General Surgery Student
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Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
OBSERVED:- Nasogastric tube insertion- Urinary Catheter insertion- Intravenous access- Intramuscular injections- Central venous line insertion- Wound dressing- Blood transfusion- Debridement of septic wound- Intercostal tube insertion- Debridement of septic wound- Intercostal tube insertion- Wound suturing- Appendectomy surgeryPERFORMED- Examinations for swelling- Examinations for edema- Examinations of pulses including doppler US- Examinations for cranial nerves- Examinations for hernia identification- Examinations for diabetic foot- Breast examinations- Thyroid examinations- Testing for different signs for thyrotoxicosis- Signs for Pendred syndrome- Examinations for splenomegaly- Examinations for hepatomegaly- Examinations for Ascites Show less
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Internal Medicine Student
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Oct 2018 - Dec 2018
OBSERVED:- Percutaneous coronary intervention- Arterial Blood gas- Measuring blood glucose- Performance and interpretation of ECG- Measurement of peak expiratory flow rate- Endoscopy- Dialysis- Performance of Stress tests and placement of Holter monitor- CPRPERFORMED- ECG- CPR- Took part in History taking and diagnosis
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Internal Medicine Student
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Sep 2018 - Oct 2018
OBSERVED: - Percutaneous coronary intervention - Arterial Blood gas - Measuring blood glucose - Performance and interpretation of ECG - Measurement of peak expiratory flow rate - Endoscopy - Dialysis - Performance of Stress tests and placement of Holter monitor - CPR PERFORMED WITH SUPERVISION: - ECG - CPR - Took part in History taking and diagnosis OBSERVED: - Percutaneous coronary intervention - Arterial Blood gas - Measuring blood glucose - Performance and interpretation of ECG - Measurement of peak expiratory flow rate - Endoscopy - Dialysis - Performance of Stress tests and placement of Holter monitor - CPR PERFORMED WITH SUPERVISION: - ECG - CPR - Took part in History taking and diagnosis
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Education
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2014 - 2021
Batterjee Medical College
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery, Medicine -
2010 - 2014
American International School of Jeddah
High School Diploma-(Honors), 3.95/4 -
2006 - 2010
American International School-Riyadh
High School Diploma -
2000 - 2005
Donwood Park Junior Public School
Elementary School
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