Saman Salahi
MD, Emergency Medicine Specialist
North Vancouver,British Columbia
Summary
A medical professional who can diagnose disease causes, symptoms and likely progression based on patient histories, examinations and diagnostic testing. Diligent about addressing every need with conscientious and detail-oriented approach. Offering [Number]+ years of medical experience and passion for helping patients improve health and wellness.
Also a Trustworthy Emergency Physician with over 10 years of primary emergency care experience. Team-oriented, motivated and friendly with specialties and colleagues. Focused on putting patients at ease and clearly diagnosing even the most difficult cases. Expert at providing diagnosis and management to patients with a wide variety of illnesses and injuries. Communicative and bilingual with fluency in Persian and English.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Emergency Room Physician
Shahid Moarefi Zadeh General Hospital
Shadegan, Khozestan, Iran
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Evaluated preliminary results and administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations, splinting, casting broken bones or installing tubes and devices.
- Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations.
- Supervised other professional or non-professional personnel and provided medical instructions.
- Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid.
- Analyzed complex trauma conditions and quickly determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
- Evaluated, prioritized, diagnosed and stabilized patients at busy hospital seeing over 50 individuals per day.
- Showed compassion when dealing with family members and kept families informed of patient status.
- Determined and ordered tests and diagnostic images to determine patient conditions.
- Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures.
- Performed specialized diagnostic or therapeutic procedures like Ultrasound, joint reduction, patient sedation, intubation, etc.
Emergency Medicine Resident
Shahid Beheshti Medical University (SBMU)
Tehran, Tehran, Iran
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Performed emergency surgeries and occasionally assisted specialists for complex surgical procedures.
- Administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations, splinting, casting broken bones or installing tubes and devices.
- Collected patient assessment data for assessment by licensed staff.
- Provided basic clinical care to established standards and documented and reported patient observations to licensed staff.
- Administered oral and parenteral medications under direct and immediate supervision of clinical preceptor or designee.
- Evaluated, prioritized, diagnosed and stabilized patients at busy hospital seeing over 90 individuals per day.
- Operated diagnostic testing equipment such as EKGs, scans, ultrasounds and other devices.
- Showed compassion when dealing with family members and kept families informed of patient status.
- Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status and ordered needed tests and images.
- Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
- Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients.
- Analyzed complex trauma conditions and quickly determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
- Documented patient information in medical records.
English Translator
Freelance
North Vancouver, British Columbia
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Referred to reference materials such as dictionaries, lexicons and encyclopedias to verify translation accuracy.
- Translated medical and research materials from Persian to English and vice versa.
General Practitioner, MD
Self employed
Kerman, Kerman, Iran
10.2009 - 11.2014
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories to provide best-in-class and individualized care.
- Monitored vital signs during treatments and adapted plans to maintain patient comfort.
- Administered outpatient treatments to over 30 daily patients with accuracy and compassionate care.
- Consulted with patients about special needs, cares and concerns throughout treatments.
Field Associate and Consultant
United Nations High Commissionaire for Refugees(UNHCR)
Kerman, Kerman, Iran
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Reviewed the referred medical files to adapt with several types of reimbursement plans provided by UNHCR to Afghan refugees who were in need of medical assistance.
- Consulted about the plans and programs provided by UNHCR to improve the health status of Afghan refugee community.
- Monitored the ongoing health programs for health promotion and disease prevention in Afghan refugee community in accordance to national health decisions.
- Participated in the management team meetings with head office authorities to consult, monitor and propose different approaches to achieve outreach program goals.
ER Physician
Mehregan General Hospital
Kerman, Kerman,Iran
09.2010 - 02.2014
- Evaluated preliminary results and administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations, splinting, etc.
- Performed emergency surgeries and occasionally assisted specialists for complex surgical procedures.
- Examined, diagnosed and ordered tests or prescriptions for patients at hospital seeing over 30 individuals per day.
- Evaluated simple trauma conditions and determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
Research Assistant
Dr. Aliakbar Haghdoost
Kerman, Kerman, Iran
10.2009 - 04.2010
- Gathered and arranged research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research.
- Collected research data through article review, surveys and leading focus groups.
ER Physician
Imam Ali General Hospital
Bardsir, Kerman, Iran
11.2008 - 08.2009
- Evaluated preliminary results and administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations, splinting, etc.
- Performed emergency surgeries and occasionally assisted specialists for complex surgical procedures.
- Evaluated, diagnosed and stabilized patients at busy hospital seeing over 80 individuals per day.
- Analyzed complex trauma conditions and quickly determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
- Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures.
- Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
- Performed CPR for critically ill or injured patients.
ER Physician
Amir Al-momenin Hospital
Zabol, Sistan & Baloochestan, Iran
05.2007 - 09.2008
- Evaluated preliminary results and administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations or treatments.
- Performed cardio pulmonary resuscitation in urgent circumstances.
- Evaluated, prioritized, diagnosed and stabilized patients at busy hospital seeing over 80 individuals per day.
- Analyzed complex trauma conditions and quickly determined treatments for various illnesses and injuries.
- Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients and did referrals for specialists if needed.
Education
M.D. - Emergency Medicine
Shahid Beheshti Medical University
Tehran, Iran 09.2017 - 09.2020
M.D. - General Medicine
Shahid Beheshti Medical University
Tehran, Iran 09.1999 - 09.2006
Skills
Caseload management
Patient examinations
Medical history review
Patient condition observation
Patient diagnosis
Teamwork and Collaboration
Interpersonal Communication
Cultural Awareness
Training and Development
Problem-Solving
Certification
Medical Degree
Timeline
Emergency Room Physician
Shahid Moarefi Zadeh General Hospital
09.2020 - 08.2021
Emergency Medicine Resident
Shahid Beheshti Medical University (SBMU)
09.2017 - 09.2020
M.D. - Emergency Medicine
Shahid Beheshti Medical University
09.2017 - 09.2020
English Translator
Freelance
01.2015 - 03.2016
Field Associate and Consultant
United Nations High Commissionaire for Refugees(UNHCR)
10.2013 - 05.2014
ER Physician
Mehregan General Hospital
09.2010 - 02.2014
General Practitioner, MD
Self employed
10.2009 - 11.2014
Research Assistant
Dr. Aliakbar Haghdoost
10.2009 - 04.2010
ER Physician
Imam Ali General Hospital
11.2008 - 08.2009
ER Physician
Amir Al-momenin Hospital
05.2007 - 09.2008
M.D. - General Medicine
Shahid Beheshti Medical University
09.1999 - 09.2006