Sarra Ahmed

Dr. Ahmed is a committed medical professional who combines analytical thinking, cultural competence, and compassionate care across clinical, teaching, and research domains. She attained her undergraduate degree in Genetics and Biochemistry from Western University, and she advanced her academic endeavors by obtaining a Master of Science in Cellular and Molecular Medicine at the University of Ottawa. Her research, centered on breast cancer therapeutics, culminated in the publication of her master's thesis as the first author in 2018. Dr. Ahmed has extensive biomedical research experience in Canada; she received first place poster prize from SickKids Hospital in 2017. She made significant contributions to community health through active involvement in various volunteer programs and health campaigns. Dr. Ahmed, known for her diligence, values patient needs, and emphasizes collaborative teamwork with highly skilled medical professionals, demonstrated through her work in multiple internal medicine clinical electives and as a clinical assistant in various family medicine clinics in Canada.

FIRST PLACE CERTIFICATE – POSTER PRIZE AT THE SUMMER STUDENT SYMPOSIUM

The Hospital for Sick Children- Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning.

Cell Biology Program, Department of Biochemistry, University of Toronto.

August/2017

• Indigenous Canada Certificate - University of Alberta, December 2022.
• Addiction Treatment: Clinical Skills for Healthcare Professionals - Yale University, January 2023.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - Heart & Stroke, September 2024.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - Canadian Pediatric Society, December 2024.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification - Heart & Stroke, January 2025.

Visiting Student Elective

McMaster University- St Joseph's Hamilton Healthcare | Hamilton, ON

August 2019 - September 2019

Internal Medicine, Nephrology

Worked under the supervision of Dr. Azim Gangji and Dr. Anna Matthew for 4 weeks in Nephrology and Renal Transplant in-patient units.

• Performed a focused history and physical exam on in-patients with chronic kidney disease.
• Formulated a differential diagnosis, arranged appropriate diagnostic investigations and developed a management plan for patients with kidney disease
• Performed a thorough pre-operative assessment for kidney transplant recipients.
• Presented assigned patients' cases in a multidisciplinary team meeting daily.
• Produced written reports of patient assessments including admission, consultation and discharge notes.
• Sought appropriate consultation from other health care professionals/departments when needed.
• Attended teaching sessions weekly.

Visiting Student Elective

Western University- London Health Sciences Centre | London, ON

July 2019

Internal Medicine, Nephrology

Worked under the supervision of Dr. Andrew House for 2 weeks in Nephrology outpatient clinic.

• Performed a focused history and physical exam on patients with chronic kidney disease, and recipients of kidney transplant.
• Presented history and physical exam findings to the preceptor for evaluation and feedback.
• Dictated new and follow-up consultation reports.
• Attended teaching sessions and journal clubs weekly.

Visiting Student Elective

University of Ottawa- The Ottawa Hospital, General Campus | Ottawa, ON

June 2019

Internal Medicine, Critical Care

Worked under the supervision of Dr. Andrew Seely and Dr. John Kim for 2 weeks in the Intensive Care Unit.

• Performed appropriate history and physical exam on critically ill patients.
• Attended daily morning rounds with multidisciplinary team, and presented critically ill patients in a problem-oriented fashion.
• Attended in-house call alongside senior residents in the weekend.
• Observed/participated in the insertion of arterial lines, central lines and intubation of a critically ill patient.
• Attended daily teaching sessions.

Medical Observership

University of Toronto- The University Health Network | Toronto, ON

June 2016 - July 2016

Internal Medicine, Geriatrics Medicine

Observership under the supervision of Dr. Vicky Chau and Dr. Samir Sinha for 2 weeks at Mount Sinai Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital.

• Attended outpatient clinics including general geriatric medicine clinics, falls clinic, memory clinic, and community outreach experiences.
• Attended educational and formal teaching sessions, the latter included weekly “Geriatric Giants” seminars.

PUBLICATIONS

Ahmed, S. et al. (2018). The LIM domain binding protein 1, Ldb1, has distinct roles in Neu- induced mammary tumorigenesis. BBA- Molecular Cell Research. 1865 (11): 1590- 1597.

TEACHING / MENTORING

NAC OSCE MOCK EXAMINER, Toronto, ON

Dr. Abzi Academy of Medical Sciences, April 2022

• Examined history taking and physical examination skills of international medical graduates planning on taking the NAC OSCE Examination to apply for medical residency in Canada.

VICE PRESIDENT OF CSCBL, Bahrain

Society for Clinical Skills and Case-Based Learning (CSCBL) at RCSI-MUB, September 2017-May 2018

• Coordinated monthly clinical skills sessions for medical students as preparation for North American clinical skills exams (NAC/Step 2CS).
• Organized simulation of a long-case clinical examination with real patients and task simulators assessed by physician proctors.
• Led a wide range of medical workshops and certifications for medical students.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

COVID-19 TESTING CENTRE VOLUNTEER

Bahrain Exhibition Centre, May 2020-June 2020

• Collected history from patients who were in direct contact with active cases of coronavirus, performed nasal swabs for COVID testing, and educated patients about the importance of following public health restrictions and recommendations to mitigate COVID spread.

NATIONAL COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENING CAMPAIGN VOLUNTEER

Bahrain City Centre Mall, March 2019

• Raised awareness about colorectal cancer and focused on the importance of early screening and detection.
• Provided at-home colon cancer kit to promote early detection and intervention.

DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM VOLUNTEER

Bahrain Public Schools and Bahrain City Centre Mall, September 2018-March 2019

• Delivered educational talks in schools and participated in screening programs at shopping malls to educate the Bahraini public on the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle for diabetes prevention.