Azfer Shabbir
IMC-registered physician with more than 15 years of clinical experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Haematology, and Primary Care
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IMC-registered physician with more than 15 years of clinical experience in Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Respiratory Medicine, Haematology, and Primary Care across Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Ireland. Experienced in acute medical assessment, inpatient and outpatient management, chronic disease care, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Currently undertaking Clinical Observership in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine at Our Lady's Hospital Navan.
MRCP(UK) Part 1 qualified and preparing for MRCP Part 2. Strong communication skills with valid OET Grade B certification and current ACLS/BLS certifications.
Experience
Clinical Observership — Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine - Our Lady's Hospital Navan - Navan, Ireland
(2025-04 - 2025-07)
- Participated in consultant-led ward rounds and outpatient clinics
- Observed management of acute and chronic gastroenterology patients
- Attended Emergency Department clinical activities
- Observed GI endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures
- Worked within multidisciplinary medical teams in an Irish healthcare setting
Medical Officer - National Hospital Gujrat - Gujrat, Pakistan
(2011-05)
- Providing primary care and emergency medical management
- Conducting patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Managing outpatient medical conditions and referrals
- Coordinating investigations including laboratory and radiology services
- Managing acute orthopedic and medical presentations
Resident Physician - Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
(2005-09 - 2011-05)
Primary Health Care Centre Nahda Al Khaleej, Riyadh
- Managed high-volume outpatient clinics with acute and chronic medical cases
- Treated patients with diabetes, hypertension, respiratory illnesses, and infections
- Provided antenatal care and immunization services
- Managed pediatric, medical, and minor emergency presentations
- Worked collaboratively with nursing and allied healthcare teams
Resident Medical Officer — Pulmonology & Critical Care - Services Institute of Medical Sciences
(2000-12 - 2003-02)
- Managed respiratory and critically ill patients in inpatient settings
- Assisted in ICU care including ventilator management
- Performed procedures including chest tube insertion and airway management
- Managed pulmonary emergencies and acute respiratory conditions
- Supervised and supported junior medical staff
Medical Officer - Rural Health Centre, Department of Public Health Punjab - District Vehari, Pakistan
(1993-07 - 1996-03)
- Provided primary care and diagnosed acute/chronic illnesses for all ages
- Managed maternal and child health, including antenatal, postnatal, immunizations, and childhood diseases
- Performed minor procedures: suturing, abscess drainage, wound care, basic fracture support
- Managed chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and asthma
- Led prevention and health promotion: vaccinations, checkups, lifestyle counseling, and maternal/child health management
- Maintained records, referred patients to specialists/hospitals as needed
- Supervised nurses, paramedics, and staff
- Fostered patient trust and community education on public health
- Addressed challenges: heavy workload, limited resources, remote settings, patient expectations
Resident Medical Officer — Internal Medicine & Emergency Medicine - Nishtar University Hospital
(1990-06 - 1993-06)
- Managed acute medical presentations in Emergency Department
- Conducted inpatient and outpatient medical assessments
- Participated in acute medical admissions and ward management
- Supervised junior trainees and coordinated patient care
Medical Officer - Basic Health Unit, Department of Public Health, Government of Punjab - District Multan, Pakistan
(1988-05 - 1990-07)
- Provided comprehensive primary care, diagnosing and managing both acute and chronic illnesses across all age groups, from infants to the elderly
- Delivered maternal and child health services, including antenatal and postnatal care, immunisations, and management of childhood illnesses
- Performed minor procedures such as wound suturing, incision and drainage of abscesses, wound management, and basic fracture stabilisation
- Managed chronic diseases including hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and asthma
- Promoted prevention and health through vaccination administration, routine health screenings, counselling on healthy lifestyles, and maternal and child health management
- Maintained accurate patient records and facilitated referrals to specialists and hospitals as necessary
- Supervised nursing, paramedical, and support staff
- Fostered strong relationships with patients and community members, providing public health education and serving a social and cultural leadership role
- Challenges like high patient load, limited resources, working in remote areas, managing patient expectations
House Officer — Internal Medicine & General Surgery - Nishtar University Hospital
(1986 - 1987)
- Rotations in Internal Medicine and General Surgery
- Experience in medical and surgical emergencies
- Assisted with appendectomy, hernia repair, and wound management
- Conducted history taking, examination, and inpatient care
Education
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS - Nishtar Medical University
MRCP (UK) Part 1 - Royal Colleges of Physicians, UK
