Dr. Nuzhat Niaz
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced Family Medicine Physician with over 5 years of clinical practice, offering a strong background in comprehensive patient care, preventive medicine, and chronic disease management. Skilled in therapeutics, prescription writing, and ultrasonography, with additional expertise in complementary therapies such as cupping (Hijama). Trained in COVID-19 management, infection control, and vaccination protocols, with proven ability to coordinate healthy aging programs and digital health initiatives. Dedicated to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care, while promoting holistic wellness and long-term health outcomes across diverse populations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Hijama Specialist
Self Employed
Karachi, Riyadh, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia
2018.02 - 2025.08
- Over 7 years of independent clinical practice specializing in traditional and modern cupping therapy.
- Successfully treated several clients for a wide range of conditions including muscular pain, stress relief, circulation issues, and detoxification.
- Skilled in various techniques: dry cupping, wet cupping (Hijama) and moving cupping.
- Conducted individualized treatment plans tailored to client health needs and medical history.
- Maintained sterile, hygienic, and safe procedures in compliance with health and safety standards.
- Demonstrated strong client communication skills to explain treatment benefits, risks, and aftercare.
- Experience in managing a private practice, including scheduling, patient records, and follow-up care.
Online Clinical Consulting
Sindh Telehealth
Karachi, Pakistan
2020.04 - 2021.03
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Medical Officer
Abbasi Shaheed Hospital
Karachi, Pakistan
2008.10 - 2009.05
- Contributed to research projects within the field of general medicine, advanced scientific understanding and innovation in treatments.
- Managed acute medical incidents to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided emergency care to stabilise patients' conditions.
- Provided consultation services via telemedicine platforms during pandemic restrictions, maintained continuity of care for patients unable to attend in-person appointments.
Medical Officer
Hamdard Medical University
Karachi, Pakistan
2007.10 - 2008.04
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge through continuous professional development activities, ensured best practice adherence.
- Promoted preventative measures by leading educational sessions at local schools and community centres.
- Organised referrals to specialists when necessary, ensured comprehensive patient care.
- Provided palliative care services, improved quality of life for terminally ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine
Hamdard Medical University
Karachi 2002.01 - 2007.10
Certificate - Family Medicine
DOW University of Health Sciences
Karachi 2018.07 - 2018.12
Certificate - Therapeutics & Prescription Writing
DOW University of Health Sciences
Karachi 2020.07 - 2020.09
Diploma - Ultrasonography
Institute of Ultrasound Imaging
Karachi 2020.03 - 2021.02
Certificate - COVID-19 Training
Stanford Medicine
Riyadh 2020.08 - 2020.09
Certificate - Ecoordinator for healthy aging
DOW University of Health
Pakistan 2024.09 - 2024.10
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Patient management
- Telehealth consultation
- Expertise in therapeutic cupping techniques
- Strong understanding of human anatomy and physiology
- Pain management and musculoskeletal rehabilitation support
- Knowledge of contraindications and safety protocols in cupping
- Trained in basic life support (BLS) and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
- Medical documentation
- Healthcare communication
- Team collaboration
- Decision making
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Multilingual
Languages
English
Intermediate
Urdu
Native
Certification
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Hamdard University - October 2007
Timeline
Certificate - Ecoordinator for healthy aging
DOW University of Health
2024.09 - 2024.10
Certificate - COVID-19 Training
Stanford Medicine
2020.08 - 2020.09
Certificate - Therapeutics & Prescription Writing
DOW University of Health Sciences
2020.07 - 2020.09
Online Clinical Consulting
Sindh Telehealth
2020.04 - 2021.03
Diploma - Ultrasonography
Institute of Ultrasound Imaging
2020.03 - 2021.02
Certificate - Family Medicine
DOW University of Health Sciences
2018.07 - 2018.12
Hijama Specialist
Self Employed
2018.02 - 2025.08
Medical Officer
Abbasi Shaheed Hospital
2008.10 - 2009.05
Medical Officer
Hamdard Medical University
2007.10 - 2008.04
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine
Hamdard Medical University
2002.01 - 2007.10