Samer Khalaf

Motivated and compassionate ECFMG- Certified US citizen -international medical graduate (IMG) with over 6 years of diverse clinical experience, including emergency and primary care, and U.S.-based clinical exposure in Pulmonary/Critical Care and Gastroenterology at Wayne State University. Holds dual U.S. and Palestinian citizenship. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and a commitment to evidence-based medicine.

Seeking an Internal Medicine residency position at a reputable U.S. institution where I can further develop my clinical skills, expand my medical knowledge, and provide compassionate, evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.

General Physician at Palestinian Ministry of Health (2019-10 – Present)

• I care for a wide range of patients with diverse medical conditions. This role has greatly enriched my clinical experience and reinforced the importance of adaptability
• Manage acute and chronic illnesses in outpatient settings.
• Provide preventive care and counseling to a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans.

Emergency Medicine Physician at Palestine Medical Complex (2017-12 – 2019-08)

• Deliver emergency care in high-volume trauma center.
• Diagnosis of acute conditions
• Provide immediate treatment and stabilization
• Handle a wide range of medical cases
• Coordinate care and consult specialists

Rotating Internship (PGY-1 Equivalent) at Palestine Medical Complex (2016-11 – 2017-10)

• Completed rotations in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Psychiatry.
• Gained hands-on experience in diagnosis, management, and procedural skills.

U.S. Clinical Electives – Pulmonary/Critical Care & Gastroenterology at Wayne State University / Detroit Medical Center (2015-11 – 2015-12)

• Two months of hands-on experience in inpatient and outpatient services.
• Actively participated in academic rounds, case discussions, lectures, and contributed to patient care in a U.S. hospital setting.

Clinic Assistant – Rheumatology Practice at Dr. Anas Muhanna's Clinic (2014-06 – 2014-08)

• Assisted with patient documentation and clinic flow in an outpatient setting.

Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Medicine – Al-Quds University (2010-09 – 2016-07)

Primary Trauma Care Training in Trauma Care – Palestine Medical Complex, Ramallah (2017-10 – 2017-10)