Hadiza Isa

Fellowship-trained Ophthalmologist (FMCOphth) with over 13 years of clinical experience, including five years of accredited specialist training. Experienced in medical and surgical ophthalmology, including cataract surgery, glaucoma and minor oculoplastic procedures. Committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based patient care, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to high-quality ophthalmology services.

Research Assistant - Federal Medical Center Keffi, Nasarawa, Nigeria - Nigeria

(2025-01 - 2026-12)

Supported a hospital-based study remotely, investigating determinants of Readiness to Adopt AI-Assisted ophthalmic diagnostic systems among eye care professionals in north-central Nigeria: A National mixed method study.

• Participated in study design, objective and literature search and ensured compliance with Good Clinical Practice and research governance.
• Performed data entry, managed study data and contributed to statistical analysis using SPSS.
• Contributed to the training of other research staffs and contributors.

General Ophthalmologist - Reflex Vision & Diagnostic clinic, Nigeria - Nigeria

(2024-01 - 2025-12)

Delivered specialist outpatient care across general ophthalmology, glaucoma, cataract, diabetic eye disease and medical retina.

• Diagnosed and managed anterior and posterior segment disorders using slit-lamp biomicroscope, OCT, gonioscopy, Humphrey visual fields and retinal imaging.
• Performed intravitreal anti-VEGF injections, SLT and Nd:YAG laser procedures, and minor oculoplastic surgery.
• Led multidisciplinary eye clinics with physicians, endocrinologists, optometrists and ophthalmic nurses.
• Planned preoperative care, surgical counselling and postoperative follow-up for cataract and other ophthalmic procedures.
• Supervised junior clinicians and contributed to clinical governance and service improvement initiatives.

Registrar (Residency Training) - National Eye Centre, Kaduna, Nigeria - Nigeria

(2016-01 - 2023-12)

Completed seven years of accredited specialist training across general ophthalmology, glaucoma, paediatric ophthalmology, medical retina, oculoplastics and community ophthalmology.

• Performed 50+ independent cataract surgeries (MSICS/ECCE with PCIOL implantation), alongside anterior segment and oculoplastic procedures including pterygium surgery, eyelid repair, chalazion surgery, conjunctival biopsy and evisceration.
• Assisted in complex vitreoretinal, glaucoma, lacrimal and strabismus surgery, gaining extensive perioperative experience.
• Performed SLT, Nd:YAG capsulotomy and iridotomy, and participated in retinal laser procedures.
• Conducted comprehensive ophthalmic assessment including gonioscopy, indirect ophthalmoscopy, OCT interpretation and Humphrey visual field analysis.
• Led community ophthalmology services and coordinated annual outreach programmes delivering cataract surgery, eye screening, spectacles and patient education.
• Supervised junior doctors, organised journal clubs and examination teaching, represented residents in departmental meetings, and contributed to rota planning, quality improvement and clinical governance.

Medical Officer - University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Nigeria - Nigeria

(2013-01 - 2016-12)

Delivered inpatient, outpatient and emergency medical care across a broad range of acute and chronic conditions.

• Managed outpatient clinics interpreted diagnostic investigations and developed evidence-based management plans.
• Worked collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes.
• Facilitated departmental journal clubs and delivered regular clinical case presentations.
• Participated in on-call services and clinical governance activities.

Medical Officer (National Youth Service Corps) - Borno State Specialist Hospital, Nigeria - Nigeria

(2012-01 - 2013-12)

Delivered medical and surgical care within a busy secondary hospital.

• Assisted elective surgery and performed minor procedures including wound management and suturing.
• Managed ward patients coordinated referrals and maintained accurate clinical documentation.
• Participated in audit, teaching and morbidity and mortality meetings.

Medical Intern (House Officer) - University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital, Nigeria - Nigeria

(2011-01 - 2012-12)

Completed rotational training, spending at least 12 weeks across Internal Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

• Performed routine clinical procedures including venipuncture, IV cannulation, catheterisation and wound management.
• Participated in multidisciplinary care, clinical teaching and consultant-led research activities.

Fellowship in Ophthalmology - Ophthalmology - National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (2023-12)

MSc - International Public Health - Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, UK (2022-12)

MBBS - University of Maiduguri, Nigeria (2010-12)