Skills

Work History

Reshma Reddy Kesaram

Physician

Avenel, NJ, 07001

646-***-****

ad0do2@r.postjobfree.com

Dedicated and passionate doctor with extensive experience in patient care. Expert in communicating medical terminology clearly and concisely to patients, families and other healthcare personnel. Offers compassionate bedside manner and committed to quality care.

Communication

Compassion

Leadership

Teamwork

Multitasking

Patient care and support

Patient confidentiality

Health care

Health coaching

Preventive care

Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Systems

Fluent in English, Telugu, Kannada, Hindi

Microsoft Office

Data Analysis

2019-06 - Current Physician

Freelance (Remote), Avenel, NJ

Evaluated patient histories, presenting complaints, and current symptoms. Interviewed patients regarding family history, medical and surgical history, physical and mental health.

Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions. Identified emergencies and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care. Collaborated with consulting physicians and specialists regarding care of patients. Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes. Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic medical conditions. Documented patient records using Electronic Health Record Systems. 2016-05 - 2019-05 Postgraduate Trainee

Hassan Institute Of Medical Sciences, Hassan, Karnataka, India Worked in various departments, involved in outpatient and inpatient care, maternal and child health care services following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Worked in Rural and Urban Health Centers, advised preventive measures and cost effective treatment options for low-income families.

Conducted research, performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analyses. Published and presented research findings in medical journals and conferences. Taught undergraduate students in field of Community Medicine and Public Health through theory and practical oriented sessions..

Participated in Quality assessment projects in Hospital and Peripheral health centers. Organized health camps and health education projects. Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.

Vaccinated mothers and children under routine immunization program, achieved 100% coverage in hospital.

Familiarized with Alternative Medicine forms like Homeopathy, Ayurveda, and Integrative Medicine; and drugs used.

Worked as WHO External Monitor for Polio and Measles Rubella Vaccination Campaigns. Participated in medical conferences, workshops and continuing medical education to enhance expertise and skills and stay up to date with latest advancements in medical research and technology.

2015-06 - 2016-05 Junior Resident Doctor

Yashoda Hospital, Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Assisted physicians and specialists in delivery of patient care. Interviewed patients regarding physical complaints, symptoms, and relevant history. Performed routine physical exams, thorough systemic examination and recorded vital signs. Worked in Surgical Intensive Care Unit.

Monitored and recorded post-operative recovery by regularly checking patients vitals and conducting systemic examination, prompting timely and appropriate intervention. Assisted OB/GYN in history taking, examination, deliveries, and performed nearly 20 Pap smears per day.

Advised patients regarding diet, exercise, hygiene, and completed discharge procedures. Adhered to universal precautions and appropriate infection control practices. Maintained health records using Electronic Health Record Systems. 2013-09 - 2014-09 Clinical Intern

Education

Basaveshwara Medical College And Hospital, Chitradurga, Karnataka, India Worked in various departments and assisted physicians in patient care. Interviewed patients regarding presenting complains, symptoms, and relevant history. Performed routine physical and systemic examination, recorded vitals. Assisted physicians with completing daily rounds, documenting patient details, treatment plans and discharge procedures.

Conducted medical procedures such as biopsies, catheterizations, intubations, lumbar puncture, pleural taps under supervision.

Assisted OB/GYN in conducting deliveries, minor and major surgeries, and performed examinations and Pap smears under supervision.

Assisted in minor and major surgeries, performed procedures such as incision and drainage, suturing, breast examinations, rectal examinations under supervision. Worked in Medical, Surgical and Neonatal Intensive Care Units. Familiarized with WHO International Classification of Diseases (ICD) and WHO Drug Dictionary, drug terminologies including generic and trade names, their uses and adverse effects. 2016-05 - 2019-05 Post Graduation (Equivalent To Residency): Community Health And Preventive Medicine

Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences - Hassan, Karnataka, India Relevant Coursework: Research activities, Outpatient and Inpatient Care, Primary Health Care, Maternal and Child Health, Nutrition, National Health Programs, Communicable and Non- communicable diseases, Occupational Health, Health Planning, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, SPSS.

Extracurricular Activities: Managerial/ Administrative experience in Quality Assessment Projects, CLINILOGIC Medical Exhibition, Health Camps. Field Experience: WHO External Monitor for Vaccination Campaigns. Dissertation: "Quality of Maternal Health Care Services in Public and Private Health Facilities in Hassan, Karnataka: Service Provision Assessment (Longitudinal Study)". Publication: Assessment of barriers and constraints involved in early dog bite case reporting and management under Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP), Hassan (Karnataka). Poster presentation: "Assessment of Operational Aspects of Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) in Hassan District, Karnataka".

Oral Presentation: "Dimensions of Inequality in Maternal Health Care Services in Two Health Care Setups in Hassan, Karnataka".

Professional Memberships: Member of Indian Association of Preventive and Social Medicine- Karnataka Chapter.

2008-09 - 2013-09 Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS): Medicine And Surgery (Equivalent To M.D.)

Basaveshwara Medical College And Hospital - Chitradurga, Karnataka, India Honor Roll: Class Representative during second, third, final year of medical school and Clinical Intern year.

Ranked in Top 5% of class.

Languages

Certifications

Volunteering

Extracurricular Activities: Conferences, Workshops, Health camps, Community outreach activities.

2005-03 - 2007-03 Intermediate Education: Biology, Physics, Chemistry Sri Chaitanya Junior College - Hyderabad, Telangana, India English

Telugu

Kannada

Hindi

2020-06 Doctor of Medicine (Community Medicine)

2015-03 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Certified member of Indian Association of Preventive and Social Medicine (IAPSM). Membership Number: IKC-143

Actively participated in the medical camps organized by 5 Rivers Heart Association in New Jersey and New York.

Organized and participated in health camps in rural areas of Chitradurga and Hassan districts of Karnataka state in India.

Participated in blood donation camps, immunization activities, school health checkups, nutritional surveys and community outreach programs in Hassan, Karnataka. Participated in World Breastfeeding week, educated families regarding importance of breastfeeding.

Participated in Polio Supplementary Immunization Activity and Measles Rubella Vaccination Campaign as External Monitor under National Public Health Surveillance Project in Hassan, Karnataka.

Participated in Kayakalp Initiative, a quality assessment project under Swacch Bharath Abhiyan in Hassan, Karnataka.

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