I am a family physician with a passion for patient care and dedication to research-driven practice. Over the past thirteen years, I've honed my clinical skills in various settings, including community hospitals and private medical facilities. I've had the privilege of managing complex medical cases as part of a multidisciplinary team and providing compassionate care to diverse patient populations. My areas of interest include public health, chronic disease management, preventative medicine, and patient education. I am committed to staying current with advancements in medicine and patient education. 

By pursuing the Master of Public Health programme at UniAthena, I aim to enhance my ability to contribute to public health initiatives, promote health equity, and make a meaningful impact on communities in my country. The fully online Master Degree gives me the opportunity to learn from leading public health experts and industry practitioners so I can transform, progress, and realize my career goals. 

I would like to further my education in health administration.

My next career steps involve leveraging my current skills and experiences to take on more leadership responsibilities within my current organisation. In tandem, I would like to capitalize on opportunities that allow me to thrive in public health as a part-time lecturer.

My academic journey has provided me with the necessary skills and mindset to excel in healthcare and make significant contributions through engaging coursework, practical experiences, and internships.

One occasion where I planned and achieved a challenging goal in healthcare was when I led a health fair at a children's home in Trinidad. This initiative demanded meticulous planning, collaboration with specialist physicians, and overcoming resistance to change. I led the effort in forming a multidisciplinary team, researching best practices extensively, and crafting a comprehensive strategy. We conducted rigorous staff training, followed up closely, and made adjustments as needed. Over the course of several months, our efforts yielded a remarkable outcome. We were able to engage with two hundred children, offering general medical, dental, and vision checks, as well as providing health education in a variety of areas pertinent to risk. This experience underscored the importance of perseverance, teamwork, and evidence-based approaches in attaining ambitious healthcare objectives.

Compassion, integrity, resilience, the ability to communicate effectively, and strong problem-solving skills are all attributes needed to deliver the highest standards of care in this profession.

During my clinical rotations, I encountered a situation where a patient's treatment plan was not being effectively coordinated. I scheduled a meeting with my seniors to address my concerns while advocating for a change in patient management. As a result, we developed a new strategy, which led to improved communication and more efficient patient care delivery. This experience challenged me to demonstrate leadership skills in advocating for patient-centred care.

One book that I highly recommend as a must-read is “Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End” by Atul Gawande. This book is challenging and insightful, as it inspired me to rethink my approach to patient care. It provided a great reminder of the importance of prioritising quality of life and personal values as I care for my patients. 

As a family physician working in public health, my dream job would involve serving as a bridge between clinical practice and community health initiatives. By integrating public health principles into my practice, I would be able to tackle social determinants of health, diminish health disparities, and advance health equity. 

My advice to health professionals just starting out would be to never stop learning and embrace challenges. Yet, I would suggest that if you decide to pursue a career in healthcare, hold onto it with all your heart. By keeping your passion and commitment to helping others at the forefront of your thoughts, you can sustain yourself through highs and lows alike.