Carlos Mejia
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Accomplished Professor and Nephrologist with a proven track record at Universidad del Valle and Fundacion Prevrenal, adept in nephrology education and effective public speaking. Excelled in developing comprehensive course materials and individualized treatment plans, enhancing student and patient outcomes. Skilled in fostering industry relationships and implementing audio-visual aids, significantly improving learning experiences and clinical results.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professor
Universidad del Valle
Cali, Valle
11.2017 - Current
- Helped students make optimal educational and career choices to maximize learning and long-term vocational benefits.
- Formulated well-structured syllabus of course content to detail learning goals and expected outcomes.
- Fostered relationships with industry professionals to create internship opportunities for students.
- Developed and implemented course materials, such as syllabi, lectures, readings, assignments and exams.
- Designed collaborative learning exercises to capitalize on students' resources and skills.
- Provided instruction in a variety of courses, including lecture and laboratory classes.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
Nephrologist
Fundacion Prevrenal
Cali, Valle
07.2004 - Current
- Attended conferences, workshops, seminars and meetings related to nephrology care.
- Directed and delegated workflow of nurses and residents.
- Met with patients to discuss needs, conduct tests and evaluate clinical presentations.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Counseled families about the diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options and expected outcomes of renal disorders.
- Performed dialysis treatments for patients with end stage renal disease.
- Managed complications associated with CKD including hypertension, anemia and electrolyte imbalances.
- Developed strategies for preventing or slowing the progression of CKD in high-risk populations.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Economics
Universidad De Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires03-2016
M.D. - Nephrology
Universidad De Valle
Cali02-1995
M.D. - Internal Medicine
Universidad Del Cauca
Popayan06-1992
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Del Cauca
Popayan06-1987
Skills
- Nephrology Education Expertise
- Audio-visual aid implementation
- Student performance evaluation
- In-class lectures
- Group and individual instruction
- Training Session Delivery
- Syllabus development
- Effective Public Speaking
Affiliations
- I enjoy running and playing tennis.
Accomplishments
- I am the elected president of Colombian Association of Nephrology
Certification
- Certification as a Professor Nov 20/2024 by Universidad del Valle.
Languages
English
Professional
Membership
- I am member of Colombia Association of Nephrology and International Society of Nephrology
Timeline
Professor
Universidad del Valle
11.2017 - Current
Nephrologist
Fundacion Prevrenal
07.2004 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Health Economics
Universidad De Buenos Aires
M.D. - Nephrology
Universidad De Valle
M.D. - Internal Medicine
Universidad Del Cauca
M.D. - Medicine
Universidad Del Cauca