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Zainab Kharva

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Dedicated medical doctor with extensive experience in clinical research.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my clinical expertise and research experience in a collaborative environment focused on public health and patient care.

I am a dedicated and compassionate medical doctor with extensive experience in clinical care and research, particularly in HIV prevention trials. My journey began with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Pretoria, followed by a diploma in HIV Management. Over the years, I have honed my skills as a Research Clinician at CAPRISA, where I worked on several phase I-III clinical trials, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and data integrity.

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with multi-disciplinary teams to facilitate efficient trial execution and have taken pride in mentoring medical students and nursing staff. My commitment to advancing public health initiatives is evident in my work at MatCH Institute, where I provided advanced clinical care and technical support in rural healthcare settings. I am eager to contribute my clinical expertise and research acumen to a dynamic team focused on improving patient outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Research Clinician

CAPRISA (Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South

Jan 2021 - Jun 2025 (4 years 5 months)

Worked as a sub-investigator on several phase I-III HIV prevention clinical trials. Conducted screening, enrolment and follow-up of study trial participants; administration of investigational study product. Clinical management of study participants, including safety monitoring and addressing adverse events during study follow-up.

Clinical Trials HIV Prevention Data Integrity Regulatory Compliance SOP Development

Medical Officer

MatCH (Maternal, Adolescent and Childhood Health) Institute

Apr 2019 - Sep 2020 (1 year 5 months)

Provided advanced clinical care to patients with HIV/AIDS and managed comorbidities. Supported the scale-up of ART and public health interventions. Provided HIV and TB-focused technical assistance, capacity building, and support to improve patient care and health services management.

HIV AIDS Care ART Scale Up Technical assistance Capacity Building

Medical Officer

Ladysmith Military Health Care Centre (SAMHS)

Jan 2018 - Dec 2018 (11 months)

Managed patients with chronic medical conditions and acute medical emergencies in an outpatient setting. Managed the HIV/TB wellness clinic. Performed minor surgical and medical procedures.

Chronic Disease Management Emergency Care HIV TB Management Minor Surgical Procedures Staff Training

Medical Intern

King Edward VIII Hospital

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Completed rotations across various medical disciplines. Participated in hospital CME programmes. Assisted with the training of medical students.

Medical Training CME Patient Care Medical Education

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

College of Medicine of South Africa

Diploma, HIV Management

Obtained a Diploma in HIV Management from the College of Medicine of South Africa in 2019. This specialized diploma enhanced expertise in managing HIV cases.