Hussein Ibrahim

Infection Prevention and Control Physician with clinical and public health experience across infection prevention and control, epidemiology, emergency medicine, general surgery, preventive medicine, and medical insurance operations. Skilled in IPC management, outbreak investigation, disease surveillance, HESN reporting, ICD coding, clinical documentation, and healthcare policy implementation. Strong background in Saudi Ministry of Health infection control standards, communicable disease control, emergency response, hospital-based clinical care, and staff training.

Experienced in multidisciplinary coordination across hospitals, public health authorities, insurance services, and clinical departments. Committed to patient-centered care, multidisciplinary collaboration, evidence-based practice, public health safety, and continuous professional development.

General Surgery and Emergency Physician at Alfouad Hospital (2022-03 – 2024-05)

• Provided clinical care for patients presenting to general surgery and emergency departments.
• Assessed acute and urgent cases, supported initial diagnosis, and participated in treatment planning according to clinical presentation.
• Managed patients in high-pressure emergency settings while maintaining timely clinical decision-making and patient safety.
• Assisted in general surgical and emergency medical care, including patient monitoring, follow-up, and coordination with hospital teams.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation and supported continuity of care within the hospital setting.

Medical Insurance Expert at VIDA Medical Insurance Company (2021-08 – 2022-06)

• Reviewed medical insurance cases, medical acceptances, and claims in line with insurance procedures and clinical documentation requirements.
• Applied International Classification of Diseases coding knowledge to support accurate medical insurance processing.
• Assessed submitted medical information for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with insurance protocols.
• Coordinated with relevant teams to support timely processing of medical claims and approvals.
• Maintained knowledge of medical insurance operations within a fast-paced healthcare administration environment.

Head of Infection Prevention and Control at Turaif General Hospital (2015-10 – 2021-08)

• Managed the Infection Prevention and Control Department and supported implementation of hospital IPC activities for more than five years.
• Implemented Saudi Ministry of Health infection prevention and control policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Conducted healthcare-associated infection prevention activities, infection control surveillance, and follow-up of IPC standards across hospital departments.
• Utilized the Health Electronic Surveillance Network to support communicable disease reporting and surveillance activities.
• Participated in COVID-19 infection prevention, crisis management, outbreak control, and hospital safety measures during the pandemic.
• Delivered training sessions and lectures for hospital staff to improve adherence to infection control protocols and healthcare safety standards.
• Supported IPC activities at Arar Maternity Hospital prior to the leadership role at Turaif General Hospital.

Preventive Medicine Expert at Khartoum State Ministry of Health (2014-04 – 2015-10)

• Managed epidemiological disease control activities at locality level to support public health safety and preventive medicine programs.
• Directed preventive programs under the Sudan Ministry of Health, including tuberculosis, malaria, sexually transmitted diseases, and bilharzia.
• Supervised epidemiological emergency responses and outbreak containment activities across Khartoum State.
• Conducted outbreak investigation and disease surveillance activities as Head of Epidemiological Emergencies.
• Trained isolation ward teams in multiple hospitals on Ebola preparedness during the 2014 global outbreak.
• Participated in public health workshops organized by the Federal Ministry of Health, World Health Organization, and non-governmental organizations.

General Practitioner at Government Hospitals – Sinnar, Bahri, Haj Alsafi (2011-07 – 2014-04)

• Provided general medical care across obstetrics and gynecology, outpatient services, and general surgery departments.
• Assessed patients, supported diagnosis, and participated in treatment planning within government hospital settings.
• Managed patients in outpatient and clinical department environments while coordinating care with medical and nursing teams.
• Gained additional clinical exposure through rotations in private medical centers during the same period.
• Managed and operated Namera Medical Center for one and a half years, supporting clinical service delivery and day-to-day facility operations.

Medical Resident at Orthopedic and Emergency Departments (2008-07 – 2011-07)

• Completed two years of residency experience in orthopedic departments, supporting assessment and management of musculoskeletal cases.
• Completed one year of clinical practice in a high-volume emergency room setting.
• Assessed emergency patients, supported diagnosis, and participated in acute treatment planning under department protocols.
• Assisted in clinical procedures, patient monitoring, and follow-up care across orthopedic and emergency services.
• Developed clinical confidence through exposure to diverse and complex medical cases.

General Practitioner at Sinnar and Alsoky Hospitals (2006-06 – 2008-06)

• Practiced as a General Practitioner within obstetrics, gynecology, and surgical departments for one year.
• Provided clinical assessment, diagnosis support, and treatment follow-up for patients in hospital departments.
• Served an additional year in peripheral hospitals and an insurance medical center in Singa, Sinnar State.
• Supported outpatient care, patient monitoring, and referral coordination according to patient needs and facility resources.
• Maintained clinical documentation and collaborated with medical teams to support continuity of care.

House Officer (Internship) at Federal Ministry of Health (2004-10 – 2006-05)

• Completed rotations in: obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics, internal medicine, pediatrics, and general surgery.

Master of Public Health and Community Medicine in Public Health and Community Medicine – Beni Suef University (2023-06)

Certification of Infection Control (CIC) in Infection Control – Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (2019-12 – 2019-12)

Professional Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control – MOTAMD in Infection Prevention and Control – Arab Institute for Continuing Professional Development (2015-01 – 2015-01)

Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease – MSc in Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease – University of Medical Science and Technology (2025-10 – 2025-10)

Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (M.B.B.S.) in Medicine and Surgery – Omdurman Islamic University (2004-01 – 2004-01)