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Newal Hussien

Addis Ababa,SK

Summary

  • Expertise in patient care, diagnosis, and treatment coordination, complemented by strong skills in Microsoft Office and effective communication.
  • Demonstrated leadership as a follow-up team supervisor, enhancing public health initiatives.
  • Health education programs coordinator in multidiscipline setting particularly in chronic illness managment and mental health promotion.
  • The ability to engage in diverse communities, proficiency in evaluating program impacts and strong knowledge of public health principles. Previous work has led to enhanced community understanding of crucial health issues and policies, improving access to health services, and promotion of healthy lifestyles.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

MEKEDONIA HUMANITARIAN NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Resident for 7500 Elderly, Disabled and Mentally ill.
  • The total working hours are 1,350 hours.
  • Worked as a volunteer in the OPD and Emergency Department, giving health education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Provided health screening and counseling to over 50 patients per day on lifestyle modification and medication adherence, which resulted in a 20% reduction in emergency visits due to complications.
  • Improved community awareness about the organization through social media coverage and fundraising campaigns.

Health Educator

Young Roots English School
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
10.2020 - 12.2023
  • Implemented Infection Prevention and Control policy for the school based on WHO and CDC guidelines.
  • Giving education to over 120 teachers, administration, and other supporting staff about infection prevention and control.

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

EKA KOTEBA GENERAL HOSPITAL
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
01.2022 - Current
  • As a medical doctor, I worked with a variety of teams in different departments. Total hours per month = 1,080 hours + duty (250 hours).
  • As the Health Education Coordinator, I was responsible for planning and implementing health education to promote health awareness in our hospital and community.

Was given on a weekly schedule to over 70 patients, initiated with a pre-assessment, followed by post-education evaluation that showed a 70% improvement in narrowing the knowledge gap.

  • Collaborated with a team member to initiate a new section of the medical department for follow-up on chronic illness. This increased counseling time per patient, patient willingness for change, and satisfaction.
  • In the Obstetric and Gynecological department, my duties were:
  • Diagnosing and treating various gynecological conditions.

Providing antenatal care to pregnant women.

Managing labor and delivery of newborns.

Providing postpartum care to mothers and newborns.

Educating patients about their reproductive health and providing family planning services.

  • In the Pediatric Department, my duties were:

Providing regular check-ups, immunizations, and developmental screenings.

Resuscitate and stabilize emergency medical conditions.

Educating parents and caregivers about child development, nutrition, and other health-related topic

  • In the surgical department, my duties were:

Assist in performing surgical procedures.

Work with other health professionals to ensure a smooth post-operation.

  • In the Psychiatry Department, my duties were:

Collaborate with psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers in the psychiatric department.

Diagnose and treat mental health disorders.

Educate patients and their families about mental health disorders and treatment options.

Advocate for mental health awareness.

  • Was part of Emergency Response Team during the civil war between Ethiopian National Defense Force and TPLF

Assessing and stabilizing patients who have sustained polytrauma.

  • Diagnosing and treating various traumatic injuries.
  • Performing emergency surgical procedures.
  • Ensuring that patients receive appropriate follow-up care after they leave the trauma center, including rehabilitation and physiotherapy.

MEDICAL DOCTOR

WUDASSIE DIAGNOSTIC CENTER
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • total working hour 1620hr
  • Worked as a sample collector for travelers(RDT,PCR and antibody test)
  • Assigned as group testing coordinator for clients travelling or attending conference in international hotels

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

MILLENNIUM COVID CENTER
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Worked during the pandemic in wards and ICU. Total working hours: 1,080 hours + Duty (250 hours).
  • Conducting daily rounds to assess the condition of COVID-19 patients and provide respiratory support.
  • Communicating with family members and updating them on the patient's condition.
  • Adhering to strict infection control protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
  • Keeping up to date with the latest research and guidelines related to COVID-19 treatment and management.

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

SAINT PAUL'S MILLENNIUM MEDICAL COLLEGE
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Worked during the pandemic in the ICU. Total working hours: 1,080 hours + Duty (250 hours).
  • Assisting the anesthesiologist in putting the patient on mechanical ventilation and other life support measures to support the patient's breathing and circulation.
  • Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care for the patient.
  • Monitor and manage the mental health of COVID-19 patients who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or other psychological symptoms related to their illness and hospitalization.
  • Worked in coordination with a nephrologist and a dialysis nurse to provide comprehensive care, including:
  • Educate patients on their condition and treatment plan, including dietary restrictions, and fluid management.

MEDICAL DOCTOR

ETHIOPIAN PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • The total working hours are 1,890 hours.
  • Worked as a contact tracer involved in crisis communication, tracing contacts, and giving health education.
  • Assigned as a follow-up team supervisor of Yeka Sub city.

Education

Master of Science - Master Of Public Health

Univeristy Of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
09-2026

DEGREE IN MEDICINE -

Saint Pauls'millennium Medical College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
07.2019

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

School Of Tomorrow
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
06.2013

Skills

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Programming skills, like SPSS,
  • Adaptability
  • Communication Skills
  • Social media
  • Coordination Skills

Volunteer Experience

  • 01/09/2019 – 15/9/2019 Addis Ababa
    Campaign organized by Saint Paul Millennium Medical College -worked as a volunteer for free screening service to 750 at cancer care facility.
  • 01/09/2023-01/10/2023 Addis Ababa

      coordinated a free service screening for chronic illness in collaboration with Yeka sub       city to around 5000 individual.

  • 01/07/2011 – 30/09/2011 Addis Ababa
    Women, Children and Youth Affairs Office One Youth Federation -providing one-on-one tutorial session to help youth with their academic studies
    Coaching youth on extra-curricular activities to help them develop new skill
    Organizing fundraising events to collect learning material for students
  • 01/07/2012 – 30/08/2012 Addis Ababa
    Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) -Teaching English and math to 120 first and second grade students . Serving as a role model for the young children by demonstrating hard work and perseverance.
  • 01/05/2019 – 30/07/2019 Addis Ababa
    Addis Ababa Health Bureau -As a medical volunteer, help screen communicable and non-communicable disease .
    Review medical histories and conduct physical examination
    perform basic diagnostic test like CBC, UA, PICT
    Giving health education and referral for further medical care
  • as part of rotary club helped coordinate during Indian medical mission and vocational training team visit in Addis Ababa providing plastic surgery to 150 patients.
  • Gave medical service for women, children and elderly in collaboration with Kalkidan Children Health Care Charity Organization.

Languages

AMHARIC, ENGLISH, C2, C2, C2, ARABIC, B1, A2, A2

Certification

  • 01/05/2024-11/07/2024 attended CME course Eka Kotebe General Hospital in collaboration with YeneHealth and Ethiopian Health Education Association on Health Education and Stress and Burnout.
  • 30/09/2022 Advanced Life Support Workshop organized by ESEP AND Eka Kotebe General Hospital
  • 01/10/2020-16/11-2020 YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa Program ,YALI East Africa Alumuni ,
  • 01/01/20, Online courses by the WHO on Health Emergency Programmes, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 01/01/20, DisasterReady.org - Project management, Mental Health and Stress Management, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 02/05/19, National Compassionate, Respectful and Caring Health Workforce training, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 08/06/19, The impacts and updates on viral hepatitis 2019 World hepatitis day, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 27/08/2019 – 28/08/2019 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    CERTIFICATE •Leadership for Social Change, Volunteerism and Adolescent and Reproductive Health Training by YWCA
  • 22/08/2019 – 23/08/2019 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    CERTIFICATE • Fundamentals of leadership organized by Center for African Leadership Studies (CALS)
  • 13/11/2019 – 15/11/2019 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    CERTIFICATE • Leadership training by John Maxwell team

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 03/20/95
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Ethiopian

Affiliations

  • Enjoy swimming and playing chess
  • Stay informed about Women Empowerment and Mental Health Awarness
  • Collaborate with community members for community clean-up

Recommendations

  • Dr.Menbeu Sultan MD, EMCC Specialist,Intensivist,president of Ethiopian EMCC association smenbu@yahoo.com +251917733
  • Dr. Hassen Hussien, Assistant Professor and mentor, OBGYN, REI hassen.hussien@sphmmc.edu.et@gmail.com, (+251) 911752407
  • Dr. Tadesse Urgie, Associate Professor,OBGYN specialist tadeurgie@gmail.com, (+251) 924352135
  • Dr. Megersa Alemu, Medical Director at Eka Kotebe General Hospital, mageyo04@gmail.com, (+251) 911994812
  • Dr.Muluken Tesfaye Wassihun ,CEO at Eka kotebe General Hospital, president at Ethiopian Psychiatrist Association,DMHS member, World Psychiatry Association member, National MHPSS Founder and CEO at Biruh Medical Consultancy PLC, mulathea18@gmail.com,251911637161

Timeline

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

EKA KOTEBA GENERAL HOSPITAL
01.2022 - Current

MEDICAL DOCTOR

WUDASSIE DIAGNOSTIC CENTER
10.2021 - 03.2022

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

MILLENNIUM COVID CENTER
10.2021 - 12.2021

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

SAINT PAUL'S MILLENNIUM MEDICAL COLLEGE
04.2021 - 10.2021

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

MEKEDONIA HUMANITARIAN NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION
11.2020 - 03.2021

Health Educator

Young Roots English School
10.2020 - 12.2023

MEDICAL DOCTOR

ETHIOPIAN PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTE
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • 01/05/2024-11/07/2024 attended CME course Eka Kotebe General Hospital in collaboration with YeneHealth and Ethiopian Health Education Association on Health Education and Stress and Burnout.
  • 30/09/2022 Advanced Life Support Workshop organized by ESEP AND Eka Kotebe General Hospital
  • 01/10/2020-16/11-2020 YALI Regional Leadership Center East Africa Program ,YALI East Africa Alumuni ,
  • 01/01/20, Online courses by the WHO on Health Emergency Programmes, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 01/01/20, DisasterReady.org - Project management, Mental Health and Stress Management, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 02/05/19, National Compassionate, Respectful and Caring Health Workforce training, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 08/06/19, The impacts and updates on viral hepatitis 2019 World hepatitis day, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
  • 27/08/2019 – 28/08/2019 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    CERTIFICATE •Leadership for Social Change, Volunteerism and Adolescent and Reproductive Health Training by YWCA
  • 22/08/2019 – 23/08/2019 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    CERTIFICATE • Fundamentals of leadership organized by Center for African Leadership Studies (CALS)
  • 13/11/2019 – 15/11/2019 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    CERTIFICATE • Leadership training by John Maxwell team

Master of Science - Master Of Public Health

Univeristy Of Saskatchewan

DEGREE IN MEDICINE -

Saint Pauls'millennium Medical College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

School Of Tomorrow
Newal Hussien