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Veronica Koske

@veronicakoske

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Passionate MD with over 3 years experience delivering high quality patient care across diverse healthcare settings.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking to transfer my clinical expertise into a challenging role within healthcare organizations committed to advancing global health solutions through virtual collaborations, telehealth consultations and remote patient monitoring roles.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆

In my roles as Resident Medical Officer and Medical Officer Intern, I have led multidisciplinary teams, optimized workflows, and developed structured care protocols that reduced delays and strengthened collaboration across departments. I have implemented strategic communication plans that ensured patients and families remained informed, empowered, and engaged in their care. By conducting mortality audits, facilitating clinical education, and standardizing referral systems, I have contributed to organizations achieving their strategic objectives while enhancing the professional growth of medical teams.

𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

1. Reduced maternal and neonatal mortality by 25% through timely interventions and structured audits.

2. Streamlined referral processes, cutting treatment delays by 21% and improving patient access to specialized care.

3. Performed over 180 emergency procedures, minimizing complications and reducing hospital readmissions.

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀

I am deeply passionate about advancing healthcare systems through innovative, patient-focused strategies that integrate technology, clinical expertise, and evidence-based practices. My long-term vision is to leverage data analytics and telemedicine to expand access to quality healthcare and contribute to global health solutions, particularly in underserved communities.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Medical Officer

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The Nairobi Hospital

Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 3 months)

At The Nairobi Hospital, I embraced the opportunity to shape patient care through strategic leadership and innovative medical practices. Beyond direct clinical duties, I worked to streamline emergency response systems, refine patient flow processes, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration that optimized service delivery across departments.

Triage Diagnostic Tests Emergency Medicine

Medical Officer

St Clare's Kaplong Mission Hospital

Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 (2 months)

Provided inpatient and outpatient care, conducting assessments and implementing evidence-based treatment plans. Collaborated with medical teams to optimize referral efficiency and led mortality meetings to improve clinical performance.

Inpatient Care Outpatient Treatment Assessments Referrals Treatment Planning

Medical Officer

Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital

Nov 2021 - Nov 2022 (1 year)

Attached to various departments, I conducted emergency deliveries, managed trauma cases, and provided comprehensive care for patients with diverse medical conditions, including HIV/TB management.

Emergency Deliveries Trauma Patient Care HIV Management Mental Health

Healthcare Worker Volunteer

Nakuru Hospice Palliative Center

May 2020 - Mar 2021 (10 months)

Provided compassionate care to patients with advanced illnesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, implementing infection control measures and collaborating with teams to ensure patient comfort and dignity.

Patient Support COVID 19 Management Team Collaboration Patient Dignity Community Engagement

Volunteer

Rotaract Club of Nairobi East

Jan 2016 - Jan 2019 (3 years)

Initiated programs to support vulnerable populations, including food distribution, blood donation drives, and menstrual hygiene initiatives, enhancing community well-being and environmental health.

Community Blood Donation Menstrual Hygiene Crisis Response Community Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

CISCO Networking Academy

Data Analytics Skills Using Excel, SQL and Tableau, Data Analytics

2024 -

Currently enrolled in a self-paced online course to develop data analytics skills using Excel, SQL, and Tableau, aimed at enhancing data management and analysis capabilities.

University of Washington

Introduction to Epidemiology for Global Health, Public Health

2023 - 2023

Engaged in an online course on epidemiology for global health, focusing on the principles and practices of epidemiological research and public health.

Open Learning Campus, World Bank

Patient Safety Training, Healthcare

2022 - 2022

Participated in a self-paced training program focused on patient safety, enhancing skills in risk management and quality improvement in healthcare settings.

American Heart Association

BLS/ACLS Certification, Emergency Medicine

2022 - 2022

Completed training in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), equipping with essential skills for emergency medical situations.

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Medicine

2014 - 2021

Completed a rigorous program in medicine and surgery, gaining comprehensive knowledge and skills in various medical disciplines, including patient care, surgical procedures, and clinical practices.