Garba Ali Mohammed

Dedicated and compassionate medical laboratory scientist with Bachelor in Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS.) and over two years of progressive experience in clinical diagnosis and public health within non-governmental organizations. Strong background in epidemiology and Laboratory practice, with proven ability to deliver high-quality clinical diagnostic analysis. Adept at building trust with patients and families by providing precise and accurate laboratory results.

Bringing expertise in patient-centered care and community health, I possess core competencies in results-driven and quality service orientation, teamwork and cooperation, behavioral flexibility, commitment to organizational principles, and stress management.

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST at MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES FRANCE (2025-08 – 2025-11)

• Analyzed blood cells (complete blood count, differential count, full blood count), studying blood clotting factors and identifying bleeding disorders.
• Oversaw and coordinated a team of 10+ staff, implementing clinical laboratory trainings, mentorship, and coaching to enhance clinical performance.
• Performed biochemical test on blood and body fluids to measure levels of glucose, lipids, liver function test, kidney function test.
• Performed blood grouping (forward and reverse blood grouping) cross matching, antibody screening, and ensured safe blood transfusion.
• Performed Culturing, identifying, and antibiotic susceptibility testing on bacteria, fungi, and parasites from clinical specimens

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST at ALLIANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL ACTION (ALIMA) (2024-10 – 2025-01)

• Ensured daily quality control samples, calibrating laboratory instruments, troubleshooting errors, participating in proficiency testing, and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards.
• Validate test results, releasing accurate reports to clinicians, providing technical interpretation when required, and consulting with physicians on unusual or critical results.
• Supported hospital IPC teams with surveillance cultures and outbreak investigations.
• Performed serological test, antibodies and antigens related to infectious diseases (HIV, Hepatitis, VDRL), autoimmune disorders.
• Prepared tissue sections for microscopic examination by pathologists, performing special stains, and assisting in the diagnosis of cancer and other diseases through biopsy and Pap smear analysis
• Received, label, and prepare patient samples (blood, urine, sputum, tissues.) for analysis while ensuring proper chain of custody and rejecting unsuitable specimens

B.MLS in Medical Laboratory Science – UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI (2024 – 2025)

Senior Secondary School Certificate – FGC MAIDUGURI (2015 – 2016)

First School Leaving Certificate – CONCIN NUR PRI SCH BAMA (2008 – 2009)