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Karine Alves

Halifax,NS

Summary

Skilled Physician with extensive experience in patient care, diagnosis and providing quality medical services. Adept at managing medical teams and resolving complex medical cases with utmost precision. Possesses outstanding organizational and communication skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Attending Physician in Internal Medicine

Dr. Waldemar De Alcântara General Hospital (HGWA)
03.2014 - 08.2022
  • Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes and focused patients and families on centered care approach by providing in-depth information about conditions and treatment plans.
  • Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
  • Optimized patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including nurses, therapists, and social workers.
  • Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Led inter professional team meetings to discuss complex cases, create treatment and rehabilitation plans, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals for improved patient outcomes. Health care team managed approximately 42 patients.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively by attending weekly meetings with medical coordinator and other physicians leaders to create protocols and manage hospital's 5 clinical units.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.

Volunteer Medical Residency Preceptor

Dr. Waldemar De Alcântara General Hospital (HGWA)
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Incorporated diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities for success.
  • Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
  • Led, facilitated student research projects, and published some scientific articles with medical residents.
  • Volunteered personal instruction and training to medical residents through professional development.
  • Promoted student growth by providing consistent feedback on assignments and assessments.
  • Collaborated with other preceptors and instructors to enhance student experience.
  • Developed meaningful relationships with students, fostering open and supportive learning environment. Honored medical preceptor in 2020.

Dermatologist

Unimed Fortaleza
03.2017 - 08.2022
  • Stayed current with industry advancements through regular participation in continuing education courses and professional conferences.
  • Developed individualized skincare plans addressing each patient's specific concerns while considering factors such as age, lifestyle habits, or environmental exposure risks. Managed approximately 80 to 100 patients per month.
  • Lectured, mentored and created diagnosis and treatment guidelines and pathways to treat dermatology conditions.
  • Collaborated with fellow dermatologists and healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for patients with complex cases.
  • Provided specialist medical opinion and clinical consultations at request of medical colleagues.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.

Dermatologist

Auto-immune
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • Liaised between practice and hospital leadership to support dermatologic programs.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Created and managed the first psoriasis outpatient clinic from Fortaleza's private health care system, facilitating patients' access to modern therapies.
  • Promoted positive work environment by fostering teamwork among staff members, leading to increased productivity and job satisfaction levels.

Education

Master of Science - Pathology

Universidade Federal Do Ceará
Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
01.2019

Medical Residency - Dermatology

Dona Libânia Dermatology Centre
Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
03.2017

M.D. - Medicine

Universidade Federal Do Ceará
Fortaleza, CE, Brazil
12.2013

Skills

  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Patient Evaluation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Staff Development
  • Collaborative Approach
  • Clinical expertise
  • Critical Thinking

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Interprofessional communication course. ISANS, Halifax, NS, February 2023.
  • Licensed Dermatologist. Brazilian Society of Dermatology, April 2017.
  • Certified Internal Medicine Specialist. Brazilian Society of Internal Medicine, October, 2021.

Timeline

Dermatologist

Auto-immune
01.2021 - 08.2022

Volunteer Medical Residency Preceptor

Dr. Waldemar De Alcântara General Hospital (HGWA)
01.2019 - 08.2022

Dermatologist

Unimed Fortaleza
03.2017 - 08.2022

Attending Physician in Internal Medicine

Dr. Waldemar De Alcântara General Hospital (HGWA)
03.2014 - 08.2022

Master of Science - Pathology

Universidade Federal Do Ceará

Medical Residency - Dermatology

Dona Libânia Dermatology Centre

M.D. - Medicine

Universidade Federal Do Ceará

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