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Salma Al Shamsi

Muscat

Summary

Experienced and enthusiastic consultant with more than 20 years of experience. Highly experienced with complex cases. Manages cases with a holistic approach to patients' long-term wellness goals.

Multifaceted lecturer with 14 years of expertise in adapting presentations to reach students of diverse backgrounds. Expert in leveraging in-depth knowledge and experience in [breast and endocrine] to provide relevant information and first-hand experiences.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Consultant Surgeon Breast and General Surgery

Ministery Of Defence
05.2011 - Current
  • Skillfully guiding junior surgeons, I fostered their professional growth and development within the department.

Improved patient outcomes through the application of evidence-based surgical methods and protocols. Coordinating all of the surgery department's CME lectures

  • Attend workshops and training sessions regularly to stay up to date on newest developments in surgical techniques.
  • Senior lecturer at the University of Sultan Qaboos
  • Co-coordinator of surgical interns,
  • OMSB trainer

Senior Lecturer at Sultan Qaboos University

Sultan Qaboos University
01.2012 - Current
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life examples and case studies into lectures.
  • Managed undergraduate and graduate internship programs to enable participants to gain exposure to clinical discipline.
  • Delivered higher-level undergraduate and graduate courses via classroom and online to satisfy course curricula and meet students needs.
  • Engaged in continuous professional development through attending workshops, webinars, and conferences to stay current with industry trends and best practices in higher education.
  • Advised students on career paths and graduate school options based on their individual goals and interests.

Head of the Department of General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
07.2017 - 01.2020
  • Mentored department staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Developed comprehensive policies and procedures for managing risks associated with departmental activities efficiently.
  • Improved employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and communication strategies.

Senior Specialist Breast and General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
03.2010 - 05.2011
  • Identified areas in need of critical improvement and implemented strategies to achieve targets.
  • Assisted with developing effective policies and procedures to improve operations.
  • performing major surgeries, and dealing with emergency and trauma cases
  • Provided education to medical students and junior residents, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Performed successful surgeries on high-risk patients by closely adhering to proper safety protocols and guidelines.

Trainees in Breast Surgery

Sydney University / Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
10.2007 - 02.2010
  • I participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • participated in research
  • learning operating skills and procedures

Registrar in General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2002

Performs surgeries such as hernia repair, breast surgeries, and laparoscopy surgeries and manages surgical team.
Develops preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative plans.

SHO General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
07.2001 - 12.2002
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively
  • Proven ability to learn quickly.
  • developed operation skills
  • preforms minor surgeries

Trainees in General Surgery

Leeds General Infirmary(UK)
09.1999 - 07.2001
  • Shadowed senior team members to learn all related jobs and tasks.
  • Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
  • Managed pre-operative assessments efficiently, ensuring safe patient preparation before surgery.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
  • Assisted in surgeries, demonstrating advanced technical skills and knowledge.

Surgical Resident

Oman Medical Speciality Board
09.1996 - 08.1999
  • Provided exceptional patient care, leading to increased satisfaction and trust in the surgical team.
  • Assisted in complex surgeries, contributing to successful patient recovery and reduced complications.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing advanced technology tools for diagnostics, treatment planning, surgery execution, and patient monitoring.
  • Effectively managed high-pressure situations during emergency cases, maintaining composure while making critical decisions under tight deadlines.
  • Performed preventive and elective surgeries.
  • Identified serious conditions and emergencies and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.

SHO General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
09.1995 - 07.1996
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on patients following surgery, discuss patient conditions, and coordinate care.
  • Conducted various common surgical procedures such as appendectomies, and inguinal hernia repair
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

SHO in Acciedent and Emergency

Armed Forces Hospital
01.1995 - 08.1996
  • dealing with all kinds of emergency cases and trauma
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Intership

Armed Forces Hospital
12.1993 - 12.1994
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Education

Master of Surgery - Breast Surgery

The University of Sydney,
Australia
03.2010

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Teaching Excellence
  • Class Management
  • Online content delivery

Additional Information

Publication

§ Lateral neck malignant cyst 2022

§ A unique late presentation of primary breast lymphoma 2021

§ Caecal volvulus in pregnant lady at Oman medical journal

§ Colocolic intussusceptions case report published at Oman medical journal

§ Xanthogranulomatous cholecystitis (poster presentation at 5thBiennial congress of APHPBA)

Impact of internal mammary nodes in management of breast cancer at 2011

Timeline

Head of the Department of General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
07.2017 - 01.2020

Senior Lecturer at Sultan Qaboos University

Sultan Qaboos University
01.2012 - Current

Consultant Surgeon Breast and General Surgery

Ministery Of Defence
05.2011 - Current

Senior Specialist Breast and General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
03.2010 - 05.2011

Trainees in Breast Surgery

Sydney University / Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
10.2007 - 02.2010

SHO General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
07.2001 - 12.2002

Registrar in General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2002

Trainees in General Surgery

Leeds General Infirmary(UK)
09.1999 - 07.2001

Surgical Resident

Oman Medical Speciality Board
09.1996 - 08.1999

SHO General Surgery

Armed Forces Hospital
09.1995 - 07.1996

SHO in Acciedent and Emergency

Armed Forces Hospital
01.1995 - 08.1996

Intership

Armed Forces Hospital
12.1993 - 12.1994

Master of Surgery - Breast Surgery

The University of Sydney,

Salma Al Shamsi