Kalthom Dahir

Biomedical Science graduate with a Merit MSc in Medical Ultrasound (Echocardiography) from Imperial College London, combining postgraduate research experience with NHS clinical placement and a strong foundation in cardiovascular science. Experienced in critically appraising scientific literature, analysing complex clinical information and communicating research findings through oral and poster presentations. Skilled in scientific writing, statistical analysis using IBM SPSS Statistics and evidence-based practice, with strong attention to detail, organisation and analytical problem-solving.

Passionate about translating complex scientific information into clear, meaningful communication and eager to apply my research, analytical and communication skills within Medical Communications, contributing to the accurate communication of scientific and medical information.

Care Coordinator - Addison Care

(2023-09)

• Coordinated care services by acting as the primary point of contact between patients, families and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, ensuring clear communication and continuity of care.
• Organised appointments, documentation and care plans while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Maintained accurate and confidential records, demonstrating strong attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of documentation and data management.
• Developed positive working relationships through compassionate and professional communication, adapting interactions to meet the needs of patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Worked collaboratively with colleagues to resolve issues, coordinate care effectively and contribute to the smooth delivery of patient services.
• Demonstrated excellent organisational skills, prioritising competing demands while maintaining professionalism, accuracy and a patient-centred approach.

Shadowing Placement – Assistant to Senior MRI Radiographer - North Middlesex University Hospital

(2026-01 - 2026-05)

• Shadowed a Senior MRI Radiographer within a busy diagnostic imaging department, gaining insight into patient management, clinical imaging workflows and multidisciplinary working.
• Verified patient details and recorded basic clinical observations, including blood pressure, height and weight, maintaining accuracy and patient confidentiality.
• Explained MRI procedures, safety protocols and scan expectations clearly to patients, adapting communication and reassuring anxious individuals where required.
• Gained insight into patient preparation, positioning, image quality, MRI safety and clinical governance within a diagnostic imaging environment.

Clinical Placement – Echocardiography - Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

(2024-01 - 2024-08)

• Performed increasingly independent preliminary echocardiographic assessments, evaluating cardiac structure and function before communicating clinical observations to senior Cardiac Physiologists. Through continuous feedback and reflective practice, progressed from supervised learning to independently identifying and interpreting cardiovascular findings that consistently corresponded with the final clinical assessments completed by senior Cardiac Physiologists.
• Analysed complex cardiovascular information during transthoracic echocardiography examinations, applying British Society of Echocardiography (BSE) guidelines and evidence-based practice to support accurate clinical assessment.
• Interpreted structural and functional cardiac findings across a broad range of cardiovascular conditions, developing a comprehensive understanding of cardiovascular physiology, pathology and haemodynamic assessment.
• Communicated clinical observations accurately with Cardiac Physiologists, Cardiologists and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals using appropriate scientific and medical terminology, contributing to collaborative clinical decision-making and ongoing patient management.
• Explained echocardiography procedures clearly to patients, adapting communication to individual needs, providing reassurance and maintaining a compassionate, patient-centred approach throughout investigations.
• Maintained high standards of clinical documentation, quality assurance, infection prevention and patient confidentiality while working efficiently within a busy tertiary cardiology department.

Ward Hostess - Northwick Park Hospital

(2022-01 - 2022-04)

• Provided compassionate support to patients within a busy NHS hospital environment, communicating effectively to promote a positive patient experience.
• Maintained high standards of professionalism, infection prevention and food safety while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Developed strong interpersonal, organisational and time management skills while prioritising tasks within a fast-paced clinical setting.

MSc - Medical Ultrasound (Echocardiography) - Imperial College London (2023 - 2024)

BSc (Hons) - Biomedical Science - Brunel University London (2020 - 2023)