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CAROLINA ZAPATA LINARES

Bogotá,Colombia

Summary

I am a passionate anesthesiologist, dedicated wife, and loving mother committed to making a positive impact both professionally and personally. With a deep-rooted desire to serve others, I find immense fulfillment in leveraging my expertise and compassion to enhance patient care.

Driven by a genuine desire to help people, I thrive on utilizing my knowledge and kindness to support those in need. Whether in the operating room or at home with my family, I am unwavering in my commitment to making a difference in the lives of others.

What sets me apart is my unwavering dedication, persistence, and empathy. I approach every challenge with a steadfast resolve, continuously striving for excellence in patient care and personal growth. As a collaborative team player, I value the importance of fostering strong relationships and working harmoniously with colleagues to achieve common goals.

In essence, my personal and professional ethos is defined by a commitment to integrity, empathy, and continuous learning. I am eager to bring these qualities to a dynamic healthcare environment where I can contribute meaningfully while continuing to grow and evolve as a compassionate caregiver, mentor, and leader."

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Anesthesiologist

MEDIPORT
Bogotá, Colombia
11.2020 - 01.2022
  • Provided comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluation and post-operative follow-up services.
  • Administered general, regional, local, monitored or spinal anesthesia as required for surgical procedures.
  • Continuously watched patients' vital signs and other telemetry monitors.

Anesthesiologist

HOSPITAL SAN JOSE INFANTIL
Bogotá, Colombia
06.2019 - 04.2020
  • Explained the procedure and its risks to patients prior to surgery in order to alleviate anxiety and ensure informed consent.
  • Developed individualized plans for each patient's anesthetic management based on their medical history and condition.
  • Instructed students and residents in proper techniques used while administering anesthetics or monitoring patients under sedation.

Anesthesiologist

HOSPITAL SAN JOSE CENTRO
Bogotá, Colombia
03.2019 - 06.2019
  • Developed individualized plans for each patient's anesthetic management based on their medical history and condition.
  • Instructed students and residents in proper techniques used while administering anesthetics or monitoring patients under sedation.
  • Managed difficult airway situations safely using advanced intubation techniques when necessary.

Anesthesiologist

CLINICA DEL CES
Medellín, Colombia
01.2019 - 03.2019
  • Evaluated patient health histories and physical conditions to determine anesthetic requirements.
  • Developed individualized plans for each patient's anesthetic management based on their medical history and condition.
  • Performed diagnostic tests such as electrocardiograms or blood gas analysis in order to assess patient status prior to administering anesthesia.
  • Administered general, regional, local, monitored or spinal anesthesia as required for surgical procedures.

Anesthesiologist

CLINICA NOEL
Medellín, Colombia
03.2018 - 02.2019
  • Provided comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluation and post-operative follow-up services.
  • Developed individualized plans for each patient's anesthetic management based on their medical history and condition.
  • Consulted with colleagues regarding complex cases or unusual circumstances that may require special attention.
  • Instructed students and residents in proper techniques used while administering anesthetics or monitoring patients under sedation.

Anesthesiologist

HOSPITAL SAN RAFAEL DE ITAGUI
Medellín, Colombia
03.2018 - 02.2019
  • Instructed students and residents in proper techniques used while administering anesthetics or monitoring patients under sedation.
  • Managed difficult airway situations safely using advanced intubation techniques when necessary.
  • Administered general, regional, local, monitored or spinal anesthesia as required for surgical procedures.

Education

ADVANCED FELLOWSHIP IN ANESTHESIA -

MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
06.2024

OPERATION SMILE VOLUNTEER -

OPERATION SMILE
06.2024

PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA FELLOWSHIP -

MCGILL UNIVERSITY
01.2023

REGIONAL ANESTHESIA OBSERVERSHIP -

GENERAL HOSPITAL
10.2018

ANESTHESIA RESIDENCE -

UNIVERSIDAD DEL ROSARIO/FUNDACION CARDIO INFANTIL
01.2018

GENERAL DOCTOR (ICU) -

CLINICA PRADO MEDELLIN
12.2014

GENERAL DOCTOR (ICU) -

CLINICA LA MARIA
01.2014

GENERAL DOCTOR (EMERGENCY) -

CLINICA CES
12.2012

SEMIOLOGY TEACHER -

UNIVERSIDAD CES
11.2011

COMPULSORY SOCIAL SERVICE -

CAICEDO
08.2009

GENERAL SURGERY ROTATION -

UNIVERSIDAD DE SALAMANCA
12.2008

MEDICAL DOCTOR -

UNIVERSIDAD CES
12.2008

PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT -

AHA

Skills

  • Ultrasound-guided procedures
  • Pediatric anesthesia
  • Teaching and Mentoring
  • Epidural Anesthesia
  • Spinal Anesthesia
  • Peripheral Nerve Blocks
  • Preoperative Evaluation
  • Ambulatory Anesthesia
  • General anesthesia
  • Airway Management
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Team building
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Affiliations

  • Colombian Society of Anesthesiologists (Sociedad Colombiana de Anestesiologia y reanimacion) SCARE, Active member
  • Operation smile anesthesiologist volunteer

Languages

  • SPANISH, Native
  • ENGLISH, Fluent reading, writing, speaking

Awards

  • Efecto de las variables determinantes del flujo sanguíneo cerebral sobre los valores de NIRS intraoperatorio, Carolina Zapata Linares, MD, Juan Carlos Kling Gómez, MD, Ana María Pedraza Flechas, MD, PhD, FUNDACION CARDIOINFANTIL, INSTITUTO DE CARDIOLOGIA, UNIVERSIDAD DEL ROSARIO, October 2017
  • CENTROS DE FORMACIÓN EN CIRUGÍA MINIMAMENTE INVASIVA Y ROBÓTICA, Ortiz Oshiro E, Zapata Linares C, Seclaendosurgery.com, 2010
  • Gelatin-thrombin matrix for intraoperative hemostasis in abdominopelvic surgery: a systematic review, Mayol JM, Zapata C, Surg Technol Int, September 2013
  • Síndrome adherencial tras eventroplastia laparoscópica: a propósito de un caso, Congreso de la sociedad Española de Cirugía Laparoscópica, May 2011
  • ESTUDIO DE CASOS Y CONTROLES DE "FACTORES DE RIESGO PARA ENFERMEDAD CORONARIA EN MEDELLÍN", Clínica Las Américas, 2008

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional

Timeline

Anesthesiologist

MEDIPORT
11.2020 - 01.2022

Anesthesiologist

HOSPITAL SAN JOSE INFANTIL
06.2019 - 04.2020

Anesthesiologist

HOSPITAL SAN JOSE CENTRO
03.2019 - 06.2019

Anesthesiologist

CLINICA DEL CES
01.2019 - 03.2019

Anesthesiologist

CLINICA NOEL
03.2018 - 02.2019

Anesthesiologist

HOSPITAL SAN RAFAEL DE ITAGUI
03.2018 - 02.2019

ADVANCED FELLOWSHIP IN ANESTHESIA -

MCMASTER UNIVERSITY

OPERATION SMILE VOLUNTEER -

OPERATION SMILE

PEDIATRIC ANESTHESIA FELLOWSHIP -

MCGILL UNIVERSITY

REGIONAL ANESTHESIA OBSERVERSHIP -

GENERAL HOSPITAL

ANESTHESIA RESIDENCE -

UNIVERSIDAD DEL ROSARIO/FUNDACION CARDIO INFANTIL

GENERAL DOCTOR (ICU) -

CLINICA PRADO MEDELLIN

GENERAL DOCTOR (ICU) -

CLINICA LA MARIA

GENERAL DOCTOR (EMERGENCY) -

CLINICA CES

SEMIOLOGY TEACHER -

UNIVERSIDAD CES

COMPULSORY SOCIAL SERVICE -

CAICEDO

GENERAL SURGERY ROTATION -

UNIVERSIDAD DE SALAMANCA

MEDICAL DOCTOR -

UNIVERSIDAD CES

PEDIATRIC ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT -

AHA
CAROLINA ZAPATA LINARES