Aparna Anilkumar
General Practitioner
Ernakulam
Summary
Results-driven General Practitioner with over 3 years of experience in primary care and emergency medicine at leading hospitals in India. Skilled in managing acute and chronic illnesses, trauma stabilization, and preventive care while strictly adhering to International standards. Successfully passed both PLAB 1 and PLAB 2, qualifying for a DHA license through credential verification, exempting from the DHA exam. Currently seeking a clinical position in a reputable healthcare facility in Dubai and open to immediate relocation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Resident Medical Officer (Emergency & General Medicine)
Caritas Family Hospital
Kottayam
06.2024 - Current
- Managed acute/chronic cases (HTN, DM, asthma)
- Led morning handovers and coordinated interdisciplinary care
- Performed emergency procedures (suturing, catheterization, NG tube, IV lines)
- Managed trauma patients including fractures and compartment syndrome
- Collected information about patient histories, current conditions and vital statistics to make accurate determinations about conditions.
- Prevented medical errors through vigilant attention to detail and strict adherence to established guidelines.
- Contributed toward hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall patient experience and satisfaction.
Medical Officer (Emergency Medicine & Primary Care)
Sunrise Hospital
Kochi
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Diagnosed and treated infectious diseases and acute medical conditions
- Conducted ECG interpretation, vaccinations, and pediatric consultations
- Assisted in trauma management and mentored junior staff
Junior Resident (Emergency Medicine)
AIIMS
Newdelhi
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided advanced care to critically ill patients in one of India's busiest emergency departments
- Managed acute cardiac events (e.g
- Myocardial infarction, arrhythmias), strokes, severe infections, poisonings, trauma, and polytrauma
- Performed emergency procedures: endotracheal intubation, central venous catheterization, arterial blood gas sampling, CPR, lumbar punctures, and rapid sequence intubation
- Managed ventilators, defibrillators, and emergency drugs including inotropes and vasopressors
- Collaborated with trauma surgeons, neurologists, and anesthetists in time-sensitive cases
- Actively participated in code blue teams and hands-on emergency resuscitations
- Supervised and mentored medical interns and junior residents during shifts
- Maintained comprehensive documentation for medico-legal cases, ICU handovers, and patient transfers
Medical Officer (Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine)
Bharath Hospital
Kottayam
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed patients with chronic liver disease, IBD, and GI bleeding
- Assisted in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures
- Provided critical care to COVID-19 patients in the ICU, managing respiratory distress, sepsis, and multi-organ support
- Coordinated with infectious disease specialists to ensure appropriate COVID protocols and patient safety
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds and supported ICU emergency procedures
Intern – Rotational (Various Departments)
Malabar Medical College
Kozhikode
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Gained hands-on training in medicine, surgery, OB/GYN, pediatrics, and ER
- Supported clinical interventions and patient education
Education
MBBS -
Malabar Medical College
Kozhikode, Kerala 09.2013 - 02.2019
Skills
- Emergency & Critical Care Management
- General & Preventive Medicine
- Trauma Management & Stabilization
Assessing patients
Examining medical histories
Writing prescriptions
Clinical decision making
Prescribing medications
Continuous improvement
Differential diagnosis
Certifications And Professional Courses
- Basic Practical Skills Course, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), UK
- Good Clinical Practice Certification, National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), USA
- Diploma in Public Health, Alison
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), NHCPS, 2024
- Occupational English Test (OET), Grade B in all modules
- Welcome to UK Practice, General Medical Council, UK, 2024
Research And Teaching
- Research on non-communicable diseases in vulnerable groups.
- Taught junior doctors and students in emergency protocols and infection control.
Relocation And Licensing
Eligible for DHA via PLAB exemption route, Available for immediate relocation to Dubai
Licensing And Eligibility
- PLAB 1 & 2 Passed, General Medical Council, UK
- DHA License Eligibility, Exempt from exam via PLAB route
- Travancore Cochin Medical Council Registration, 2021
Willing To Relocate
Dubai, UAE
Timeline
Resident Medical Officer (Emergency & General Medicine)
Caritas Family Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Medical Officer (Emergency Medicine & Primary Care)
Sunrise Hospital
09.2023 - 03.2024
Junior Resident (Emergency Medicine)
AIIMS
05.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Officer (Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine)
Bharath Hospital
03.2021 - 04.2022
Intern – Rotational (Various Departments)
Malabar Medical College
03.2019 - 08.2020
MBBS -
Malabar Medical College
09.2013 - 02.2019
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