Amara Sajjad

Provided acute care services to flood-affected communities, coordinating triage, medication distribution, and referrals in resource-limited environments.

Completed a hands-on Internal Medicine clinical experience under the mentorship of the Program Director, obtaining histories, performing physical exams, and presenting cases during rounds.

Completed an Internal Medicine observership at a large tertiary-care hospital, observing evaluation and management of approximately 30 patients daily and gaining familiarity with Epic EMR.

Conducted experiments involving DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, and flow cytometry, and contributed to studies on genetic disorders.

Documented patient progress notes using SOAP format on EMR, presented evidence-based guidelines, and learned telehealth visit essentials.

Supported post-discharge follow-up efforts at Ben Taub and LBJ Hospital through telephonic communication, addressing medication adherence, wound care, and follow-up concerns.

Completed a 2-week hands-on clinical experience including history taking, vitals, and physical examination, gaining proficiency in lab interpretation and management of AKI, CKD, and Nephrotic syndrome.

Gained exposure to management of endocrine disorders such as diabetes mellitus and thyroid disorders, and learned ethical standards of practicing medicine.

Conducted independent health assessments including history-taking, physical examination, vital signs, and EKG, and documented progress notes in EMR Practice Fusion using SOAP format.

Rotated through Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Cardiology, delivering comprehensive care for acutely ill patients and performing medical procedures.

Holds a Certificate of Permanent Medical Registration.

Completed Clinical Trials: Good Clinical Practice certification in September 2026.

Completed Patient Safety and Quality Improvement: Developing a Systems View in September 2026.

Completed CS50 SQL: CS50's Introduction to Databases with SQL in September 2025.

Completed NEOMED VITALS: Cost of care and care delivery in September 2025.

Completed Tele-Health and team-based care in September 2025.

Pursued M.B.,B.S. degree, graduating in June 2023.