Dr. Willem Labuschagne
4126 49st, Vegreville
Summary
Experienced physician in pharmacovigilance and patient safety, seeking to utilize medical knowledge in drug safety.
Skilled in identifying and mitigating drug-related risks, fostering teamwork, and delivering results in high-pressure settings. Enthusiastic about the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic organization and create a significant impact.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Director for Alberta
Lifestyle Rx
06.2023 - Current
- Utilized telemedicine services for remote consultations, expanding access to healthcare for rural patients.
- Implemented successful healthcare program through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching and patient satisfaction.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Expanded access to advanced treatment options by overseeing implementation of cutting-edge medical technology into daily practice.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of medical practices, ensuring adherence to evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
Physcian Consultant for Medical Status Exams
CBI Health Group
06.2023 - Current
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues and staff members, promoting teamwork within the workplace environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated patient referrals with specialists for optimal continuity of care throughout treatment process.
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily work routine, enhancing overall effectiveness of clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
- Diagnosed complex cases by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately, ensuring timely intervention.
- Documented interactions using correct format, codes and facility standards for optimal medical care.
- Remained updated on latest medical advancements through continuous professional development courses and conferences.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
Physician/Clinic Owner
Vegreville Family clinic
01.2005 - 05.2022
- Family medicine clinic in a group practice setting
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying medical conditions
- Being a general/family practitioner in rural Alberta has been both challenging and rewarding, and has given me the opportunity to continually update my knowledge and clinical skills
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic & acute conditions
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care
- Administered high level of care to patients using active listening and open-ended questioning
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence
- Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools
- Identified alternative pain control methods to avoid use of opioids and other overly-abused narcotics
Physician
St. Joseph's General Hospital
01.2005 - 05.2022
- Daily inpatient rounds
- Outpatient Emergency Department, 24h on-call shifts as the sole physician in a busy emergency department with an average of 30-40 patients per 24h
- Scope included medical patients, geriatric patients, trauma, pediatrics, Ob/Gyn, orthopedic, and psychiatry cases among others
- Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions
- Supervised care given by other professional or non-professional personnel and instructed on proper techniques
- Conferred with specialists to obtain expertise on patient conditions and referred individuals in need of additional care
Physician
Vegreville Care Centre
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Treated and monitored care of geriatric patients at local long-term care facility
- Weekly rounds, assessing and managing the health of long-term care residents
- Determined appropriate treatments while weighing benefits versus risks
- Engaged with other professionals (RNs & LPNs) to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses
- Educated patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options
- Accessed patient health through interviews, physical examinations, and history from site RNs
Physician/Business Partner
Sedation Practitioner
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Operated a private sedation practice in Cape Town, South Africa
- Sedation was mainly done in out of hospital settings, often for dental or cosmetic procedures
- During this time I also spent 3 months in the United Kingdom doing sedation, in the towns of Luton and Watford
Hospital practitioner
George Community Hospital and Hottentots Holland Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Completed rotations in Emergency, General Surgery, ENT and Urology
- Excelled in 2 very busy emergency departments, with a large percentage of visits being due to trauma
- Located in larger centres, both are referral hospitals for surrounding primary care clinics and hospitals
- Gained a wealth of experience at these two hospitals, frequently managing medical and surgical emergencies
- Responsible for high-risk deliveries and pediatric emergencies when on call
Medical Resident
Church of Scotland Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Gained extensive experience in deep rural medicine at its best in this small town in the heart of Zululand, South Africa
- Worked through the many challenges in delivering quality healthcare in this type of setting. Resources are scarce and language and cultural differences make even basic communication a challenge
- Learned to be inventive and resourceful, and to find new ways to continue to put patients first, and deliver the type of health care that everyone deserves, even though it meant contracting Cholera, and relocating the occasional puff-adder
Intern/Resident
Cecilia Makiwane Hospital
01.2001 - 01.2002
- The skills that I acquired during my residency here have stayed with me throughout my career
- Completed rotations in Surgery, Orthopedic surgery, Ob/Gyn, Pediatrics and Medicine
- The practical experience and knowledge gained during this year has been invaluable
Education
College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta
CDE -
Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board
2015
PALS -
Heart & Stroke Foundation
2012
Palliative & End of Life Care -
LEAP
2008
LMCC -
Medical Council of Canada
2007
BLS And ACLS -
Heart & Stroke Foundation
2003
MBChB -
University of Pretoria, South Africa
2000
Skills
- Clinical quality improvement
- Clinical research
- Patient safety
- Patient health education
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Problem-Solving
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Critical Thinking
- Strategic planning
- Staff development
Timeline
Medical Director for Alberta
Lifestyle Rx
06.2023 - Current
Physcian Consultant for Medical Status Exams
CBI Health Group
06.2023 - Current
Physician/Clinic Owner
Vegreville Family clinic
01.2005 - 05.2022
Physician
St. Joseph's General Hospital
01.2005 - 05.2022
Physician
Vegreville Care Centre
01.2005 - 01.2009
Physician/Business Partner
Sedation Practitioner
01.2004 - 01.2005
Hospital practitioner
George Community Hospital and Hottentots Holland Hospital
01.2003 - 01.2004
Medical Resident
Church of Scotland Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2003
Intern/Resident
Cecilia Makiwane Hospital
01.2001 - 01.2002
CDE -
Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board
PALS -
Heart & Stroke Foundation
Palliative & End of Life Care -
LEAP
LMCC -
Medical Council of Canada
BLS And ACLS -
Heart & Stroke Foundation
MBChB -
University of Pretoria, South Africa
College of Physicians & Surgeons of Alberta
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