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Heba Ahmed

Summary

Compassionate and multilingual healthcare professional with over 10 years of experience in pharmacy, health education, and medical interpretation. Proven expertise in delivering patient-centered education, facilitating communication across cultural and linguistic barriers, and advocating for health equity. Skilled at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and engaging diverse communities to promote wellness and improve healthcare access. Currently serving as a medical interpreter across major Halifax hospitals. Eager to contribute to cancer prevention initiatives and population health advancement in Nova Scotia.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Interpreter

Access Language Services
01.2019 - Current
  • - Support patient-provider communication at QEII, IWK, VG, Infirmary, and various clinics by translating complex medical information between Arabic- and English-speaking parties.
  • - Facilitate care access for newcomers and diverse communities, addressing language, cultural, and systemic barriers.
  • - Interpret sensitive topics including diagnoses, treatments, procedures, insurance, and discharge planning.
  • - Empower patients to engage in care, understand medication instructions, and navigate the health system.
  • - Provide guidance to healthcare staff on cultural competence and patient-centered approaches.
  • - Translate written health materials and assist with documentation and form completion.

Science Teacher

Dar Alrowad School
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • - Planned and delivered science instruction aligned with national curriculum.
  • - Integrated health and wellness topics into lessons when applicable.
  • - Developed student evaluation tools and managed classroom learning environments.

Clinical Pharmacist

Al-Bostan Medical Center (Ministry of Health)
01.2003 - 01.2007
  • - Delivered individualized medication counseling to patients including education on inhalers, glucometers, blood pressure monitors, and side effect management.
  • - Promoted immunization awareness, healthy lifestyles, and medication adherence.
  • - Conducted patient interviews and documentation during medication reconciliation.
  • - Collaborated closely with physicians, nurses, and other allied health professionals.
  • - Managed dispensing, inventory control, chemotherapy prep, and discharge medication support.
  • - Promoted to Assistant Pharmacy Manager in recognition of leadership and reliability.

Education

Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy -

ICC, Cairo University
01.2005

Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined

Cairo University
01.2003

Skills

  • Health Education & Wellness Promotion
  • Culturally Responsive Communication
  • Community Engagement & Outreach
  • Multilingual Interpretation (Arabic-English)
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Public Speaking & Group Facilitation
  • Patient Counseling & Medication Reconciliation
  • Strong Organizational & Documentation Skills

Certification

CPR / Basic Life Support (BLS) – Certified, 2010

LNGG

English (Fluent)
Arabic (Fluent)
French (Basic)

Professional Development

  • Effective Teaching Strategies (2015)
  • Effective Writing Skills in English (2013)
  • Three Domains of Learning (2013)
  • Classroom Management Strategies (2012)
  • Family Care & Mental Health (2008)

Timeline

Medical Interpreter

Access Language Services
01.2019 - Current

Science Teacher

Dar Alrowad School
01.2011 - 01.2014

Clinical Pharmacist

Al-Bostan Medical Center (Ministry of Health)
01.2003 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined

Cairo University

Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy -

ICC, Cairo University

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