Abdulrahman Taftafa
Medical Doctor
Riyadh
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a proven track record in patient care, diagnosis, and providing high-quality medical services. Seeking a managerial role to leverage my organizational, administrative, and leadership skills to drive positive outcomes within a healthcare organization. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, lead teams, and implement innovative strategies
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Corporate Medical Administrator
Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group
11.2023 - Current
- involved in 26 projects focused on quality, innovation, patient care excellence, strategy, and telemedicine.
- Assessed and utilized resource utilization to increase efficiency and optimize resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation practices.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines at all times.
- Maintained a positive work environment by fostering open lines of communication among staff members and addressing any concerns or conflicts promptly and professionally.
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Alfaisal University College of Medicine
03.2020 - 11.2023
- Anatomy Lecturer for 1st year medical students
- Microbiology Lecturer for 2nd year medical students, 3rd year medical students, 2nd year pharmacology students and postgraduate “Infectious Control” master students
- Lecturer for 3nd year medical students' "Professional Skills: PRO234" course which aims to develop their clinical and professional skills using standardized patients and various low and high-fidelity equipment at the College of Medicine's Simulation Center
- Facilitator in Problem Based Learning (PBL) sessions for 3rd year medical students
- Part of the Mentorship Program where I am assigned as a mentor for students from a variety of years in order to help them out with any academic or personal issues they are facing
MEDICAL EXTERN
Houston Methodist Hospital
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Completed an 8-week hands-on clinical elective in Pulmonology
- First Month is under Dr Kenneth Lloyd's supervision
- Second Month is under Dr Kim Bloom's supervision
- Rotated in the inpatient consults and the outpatient services
- Followed patients from admission to discharge, performed thorough history and physical examinations on patients, presented my assessment and plan during rounds/clinic, and participated in round/clinic discussions and note writing
- Learned all the essential skills in interpretation of a standard chest x-ray, CAT scan of the chest as well as pulmonary function tests throughout the rotation
- Learned and performing Pulmonary Function Tests on patients
MEDICAL EXTERN
Houston Methodist Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Completed a 4-week hands-on clinical elective in Hematology/Oncology
- Rotated in the inpatient consults and the outpatient services
- Performed afternoon rounds, interviews patients, assessed patients’ clinical conditions, and documented patients progress notes with direct supervision using EMR “EPIC”
- Performed physical examinations and discussed management plans for utilizing “national Compressive Cancer Network”
- Gained experience in assessing post-chemotherapy complications and management
- Performed outpatient triaging and clinical encounters in an outpatient setting and utilized “Practice Fusion” to document patients SOAP notes, and discussed management plans with Dr Zaleski
- Accumulated literature and wrote a case report entitled “Acquired Hemophilia A Post-COVID-19 Vaccination: a Mini-review”
MEDICAL EXTERN
Swedish Covenant Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Completed a 4-week hands-on clinical elective in Internal Medicine
- Rotated in the inpatient consults and the outpatient services
- Performed thorough history and physical examinations on patients, presented my assessment and plan, and participated in clinic discussions and note writing
- Participated in performing minor procedures including joint injections
- Gave an oral presentation about the best Trial for Rheumatoid Arthritis.
MEDICAL EXTERN
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Completed a 4-week hands-on clinical elective in Internal Medicine
- Rotated in the inpatient and outpatient services at SUNY Downstate University Hospital and LaSante Health, respectively
- Followed patients from admission to discharge, performed thorough history and physical examinations on patients, presented my assessment and plan during rounds/clinic, and participated in round/clinic discussions, note writing and orders entries
- Created patients’ progress notes in the eClincalWorks EMR system and ordered the appropriate medications, investigations and referrals under supervision
- Assisted the team in calling consults and outside hospitals for missing patients information
- Made referral to other physicians in the network
- Learned about the basics about medical billing and coding in the United States healthcare system such as the CPT code
- Presented the topic “CREDENCE trial: Canagliflozin for diabetic nephropathy” to other students
MEDICAL EXTERN
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Completed a 4-week hands-on clinical elective in Internal Medicine
- Rotated in the inpatient and outpatient services at SUNY Downstate University Hospital and LaSante Health, respectively
- Followed patients from admission to discharge, performed thorough history and physical examinations on patients, presented my assessment and plan during rounds/clinic, and participated in round/clinic discussions, note writing and orders entries
- Counseled patients on COVID-19 vaccination
RESEARCH INTERN
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Completed a 10-week summer research internship at the Cellular and Molecular Medicine Lab-The Johns Hopkins Hospital under the supervision of Dr Linda Resar
- Developed a deep understanding on how basic and clinical research are conducted
- Tasked to write a research proposal about the project assigned to me, to delve into related background literature and formulate a hypothesis and a working plan
- Worked on two research projects about the “HMGA1 cancer gene” and “Bloodless Medicine”
- Worked as a lab assistant where I learned basic lab skills such Western blot, Quantitative PCR, qualitative PCR and gel electrophoresis
- Attended multiple meetings for Jehovah’s Witness patients where I gave an oral presentation about the current bloodless medicine strategies for surgical patients
- Volunteered in "Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation" charity fundraising event
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Alfaisal University College of Medicine
Riyadh 05.2013 - 02.2020
Skills
Internal medicine
Diagnostic services
Bedside care
EMR
Primary care
Differential diagnosis skills
Patient Health Education
Case management
Strategic planning
Business Development
Accomplishments
Ahmad SO, AlAmr M, Taftafa A, AlMazmomy AM, Alkahmous N, Alharran AM, Almarri AM, Alyaqout F, Saad AR, Alazmi AM, Alharran YM, Abotela M, Abu-Zaid A. Exploring the Relationship Between Helicobacter pylori Infection and Biliary Diseases: A Comprehensive Analysis Using the United States National Inpatient Sample (2016-2020). PubMed.
Al Hennawi, H., & Al Masri, M.K., & Bakir , M., & Albarazi, M., & Jazaeri, F., & Almasri, T,N., & Shoura, S.J., & Barakeh, A.R.R., & Taftafa, A., & Khan, M.K., & Zaleski H.I.. Acquired Hemophilia A Post-COVID-19 Vaccination: A Case Report and Review. Cureu . February 2022; 14(2):e21909. Cited in PubMed.
Cardiology Science & Practice Al Hennawi, H.E., & Mathbout, M.F., & Taftafa, A., & Mathbout. M.F., & Nielsen, C... Stenting a Septal, Should It Sometimes Be Considered? A Case Report Highlighting Feasible Stenting of a Large Septal Perforator, Providing a Sizeable Coronary Collaterals. . Gl . June 2022; 2022(1/2):NA. Cited in PubMed.
Omari AO, As'ad M, Salih S, Taftafa A, Raef Y, Bukhari A, Al-Hamed A, Al-Mutair A.. A multicentre observational study on enhancing cardiac care through Telecardiology. PeerJ.
Languages
Arabic
Excellent
English
Excellent
Certification
SCFHS Registered
Timeline
Corporate Medical Administrator
Dr Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group
11.2023 - Current
MEDICAL EXTERN
Houston Methodist Hospital
09.2021 - 11.2021
MEDICAL EXTERN
Houston Methodist Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2021
MEDICAL EXTERN
Swedish Covenant Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2021
MEDICAL EXTERN
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
06.2021 - 07.2021
MEDICAL EXTERN
SUNY Downstate Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2021
TEACHING ASSISTANT
Alfaisal University College of Medicine
03.2020 - 11.2023
RESEARCH INTERN
The Johns Hopkins Hospital
06.2015 - 08.2015
M.D. - Medicine
Alfaisal University College of Medicine
05.2013 - 02.2020
SCFHS Registered
ECFMG Certified
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