Kumarie Jaipersaud
Summary
Committed physician with diverse experience in diagnosing and treating patients across various medical settings. Skilled in developing effective treatment plans, incorporating latest medical research into patient care, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and practices, ensuring high-quality care. Contributed significantly to improving patient satisfaction scores through compassionate communication and efficient problem-solving.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Doctor
New Amsterdam Regional Hospital
08.2024 - Current
- Interpret, diagnose, and arrange treatment plans for patients' illnesses and disease processes in the medical unit and the Infectious Disease Unit.
- Interconsult with the other departments for patients who presented with a complication or diagnosis that reflects an Internal Medicine output.
- Educate patients and their families on the preventative measures and lifestyle changes to manage their diagnoses.
- Provide a means of follow-up at a clinic setting for patients discharged from the wards.
- Create an environment that is patient-friendly so that patients feel comfortable communicating effectively and respecting their autonomy.
- Evaluated test results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatments.
Addiction Counselor
Uzima Women Relief International
Toronto, Ontario
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Maintained a safe and user-friendly environment by using a compassionate and client-centered approach.
- Expert knowledge in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to provide effective communication with women and their families
- Used a trauma-informed lens to provide support and relevant counseling to families.
- Worked with an interdisciplinary team to promote self-care and effective service delivery.
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
- Partnered with clients to inspire and help maintain positive life changes.
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills, and community resources.
Counselor
Chartwell Senior Care
Toronto, Ontario
05.2019 - 07.2024
- Provided an effective teaching and learning environment by exercising critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Implemented therapeutic techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness training into practice.
- Met with clients to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling plans.
- Conducted mental health assessments with clients in order to determine appropriate interventions.
Counselor and Educator
YMCA
Toronto, Ontario
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided education and awareness sessions on mental health and addiction to young people and their families with substance use.
- Engaged with youth in an inclusive environment to facilitate programs that had an impact on promoting healthy lifestyle changes.
- Facilitated a warm transfer and provided support to connect youth and families with community organizations.
- Collaborated with team members to create educational resources on substance abuse, and harm reduction strategies for youth and families.
- Provided education and teaching sessions on medication and side effects to encourage safe use.
- Utilized strong planning and organizational skills to decrease patients' wait time.
- Maintained a professional relationship with the families to promote exceptional customer service.
Medical Volunteer
Humber River Hospital and Etobicoke General Hospitals
Toronto, Ontario
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Demonstrated great skills in patient documentation to encourage smooth patient flow and effective health care delivery.
- Provided patients' navigation to ensure they received optimal care.
- Instructed patients and families on care strategies and detailed treatment options.
- Took vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, respiration rate of patients.
- Escorted patients before and after surgical procedures.
- Performed basic, non-invasive medical assistant duties.
Medical Doctor (MD)
Ministry of Health- Guyana
Georgetown
11.2005 - 01.2018
- Delivered workshops and training sessions to communities in the areas of public health, including smoking cessation and safe injections.
- Provided care to patients as a lead physician and within departments.
- Promoted clinical care and education sessions on healthy lifestyle changes for patients who were highly stressed and needed counseling, especially in HIV/AIDS.
- Advocated for and educated women and children who were victims of domestic violence and poverty.
- Implemented education sessions that increased and improved health awareness pertaining to relevant health issues in clinical medicine, formulated treatment plans, and followed up, including case management duties.
- Facilitated the design and development of a more effective and efficient service system within the regions of Guyana.
- Assisted in training new medical staff members by providing orientation sessions.
- Maintained awareness of developments in the field of medicine by reading relevant literature.
- Participated in quality assurance activities aimed at improving overall patient care outcomes.
- Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.
Education
Addiction And Mental Health Graduate Certificate -
Humber College
Toronto, ON12.2022
Bachelor Of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
University of Guyana
Georgetown, Guyana08.2005
Medical Technology - Hematology and Blood Banking
University of Guyana
Georgetown, Guyana06.1997
Medical Technology - Clinical Microbiology
University of Guyana
Georgetown, Guyana06.1994
Skills
- Health assessments
- Prescription drug management
- Medical referrals
- Diagnostic testing
- Medical diagnostics
- Cultural history
- Emergency medicine
- Medical research
- Treatment plan development
- Preventive medicine
- Differential diagnoses
Professional Development
- Continued Medical Education, 01/01/19 - 12/31/23
- Applied Suicidal Intervention Certificate, 01/01/23
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches certificate, 01/01/21
- Certificate in Dementia Care, 01/01/23
- Health and Safety Certificate, 01/01/21
- Palliative Care Certificate, 01/01/21
- Ontario Food Handlers Certificate, 01/01/21
- Standard First Aid and CPR with AED – American Heart Association, 01/01/21
- CPR Instructor Certification– American Heart Association, 01/01/21
- Medical Cultural and Communication Program for International Medical Graduate- Health Force Ontario, 01/01/19
- Management of chronic disease and smoking cessation- RESPTREC, 01/01/17
- Motivational Interviewing certificate, 01/01/17
References
Dr. Bob Ramnauth
Chief Executive Office
New Amsterdam Hospital
Tel: 592-639-8125
Dr. Roy London
Director
EMS
Tel: 347-482-5588
Timeline
Medical Doctor
New Amsterdam Regional Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Addiction Counselor
Uzima Women Relief International
01.2023 - 07.2024
Counselor and Educator
YMCA
08.2022 - 12.2022
Counselor
Chartwell Senior Care
05.2019 - 07.2024
Medical Volunteer
Humber River Hospital and Etobicoke General Hospitals
09.2018 - 12.2019
Medical Doctor (MD)
Ministry of Health- Guyana
11.2005 - 01.2018
Addiction And Mental Health Graduate Certificate -
Humber College
Bachelor Of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
University of Guyana
Medical Technology - Hematology and Blood Banking
University of Guyana
Medical Technology - Clinical Microbiology
University of Guyana
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