Melaku Teshale

As a General Surgeon, I evaluate and manage emergency and surgical patients, perform intubation, and oversee trauma ultrasound and procedural sedation. I coordinate the operation theater and lead quality improvement projects, achieving a 95% WHO SSC utilization rate and reducing SSI rates by 50%. I also manage perioperative comorbidities in outpatient settings and perform elective surgeries.

Worked as a General Surgeon providing surgical care and managing patients in a primary hospital setting. Responsibilities included performing surgeries and managing postoperative care.

Engaged in clinical study designs and data collection, utilizing electronic databases for research purposes. Assisted in writing proposals and analyzing data using SPSS.

Oversaw clinical services including pharmacy, laboratory, and outpatient clinics. Implemented medical insurance and established new departments, enhancing overall patient care.

Served as a General Practitioner providing outpatient care, focusing on chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. Engaged in patient registration, counseling, and monitoring drug adherence.

Provided comprehensive outpatient care, including patient registration and counseling at the Anti-Retroviral Treatment clinic, focusing on patient adherence to treatment.

Completed a residency in General Surgery, gaining extensive training in surgical techniques, patient management, and emergency care.

Pursued a medical degree with a focus on public health and medical sciences, including an internship that provided hands-on clinical experience.