Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
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Malinda  De Silva

Malinda De Silva

Mount Albert,Auckland

Summary

A creative, committed, and experienced clinician in medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, mental health & addictions, sexual health & HIV/AIDS medicine with a track record of success in responsible positions in clinical and healthcare environments in Sri Lanka.

Compassionate General Physician with broad experience in diagnosing and treating various diseases and injuries. Strengths include thorough patient evaluations, development of comprehensive treatment plans, and up-to-date knowledge on medical advancements. Proven record of enhancing clinic efficiency while providing top-tier patient care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

GP Assisstant

Otahuhu Health Centre
Otahuhu, Auckland
09.2023 - Current
  • Conducted patient assessments and documented medical histories accurately.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
  • Performed routine physical examinations and ordered necessary laboratory tests.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of medical practices and treatment protocols.
  • Communicated treatment options clearly to patients and their families.
  • Counseled patients on diet, hygiene, family planning and other related topics.
  • Established and maintained relationships with specialists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.

❏ Medical Doctor

National STD and AIDS Control Programme and peripheral STD clinic of Kalub
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2022 - 08.2023

Providing comprehensive medical care to patients with HIV/AIDS, STIs, and other related health conditions, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

Educating patients and their families about HIV/AIDS, STIs, and other related health conditions, including prevention and treatment options.

Advocating for the rights and needs of people with HIV/AIDS, STIs, and other marginalized groups.

Working with other healthcare professionals, community organizations, and government agencies to develop and implement programs and services to prevent and treat HIV/AIDS, STIs, and other related health conditions in marginalized groups

During MOH attachment

Maternal care: conducting pre-natal and post-natal clinics, with home visits for early identification and prevention of diseases and complications during pregnancy, delivery, and birth. Well-women health clinic priority is given to women aged more than 35, up to age 60; all women are checked for diabetes mellitus and hypertension, and special checkups and tests are done for the early identification of breast cancers and cervical cancers.

❏ Medical Doctor

Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
06.2021 - 01.2022

Providing comprehensive care to neonates, including resuscitation, treatment, and follow-up.

Management of neonates in emergency and routine NICU setups.

Educating parents about neonates' health conditions and treatment options.

Perform invasive procedures: IV cannulation, blood drawing, ABG analysis, lumbar puncture, intercostal tube insertion.

Attend and participate in medical staff conferences.

❏ Medical Doctor

National Infectious Diseases Hospital, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2015 - 06.2021

Providing comprehensive medical care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

Management of patients in emergency and routine ward setups.

Educating patients and their families about their health conditions and treatment options.

Perform invasive procedures: IV cannulation, blood drawing, ABG analysis, central venous pressure line insertion, arterial line insertion, lumbar puncture, and pleural tap.

Attend and participate in medical staff conferences.

Performs such special and/or surgical procedures as would fall within the confines of a recognized medical specialty.

Managing in the infectious diseases and COVID-19 unit while adhering to infectious protocols.

Care and support for elderly people with medical conditions in the elderly clinic.

❏ Medical Doctor

District General Hospital Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2013 - 10.2015

Providing comprehensive medical care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

Management of patients in emergency and routine ward setups.

Educating patients and their families about their health conditions and treatment options.

Perform deliveries and cesarean sections on pregnant mothers.

Perform an ultrasound scan of the abdomen to assess the fetal well-being of antenatal mothers.

Attend and participate in medical staff conferences.

Performs such special and/or surgical procedures as would fall within the confines of a recognized medical specialty.

Intern Medical Doctor

Base Hospital Homagama, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
12.2011 - 12.2012

Providing comprehensive management of pediatric patients with medical conditions.

Providing comprehensive medical care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.

Management of patients in emergency and routine ward setups.

Educating patients and their families about their health conditions and treatment options.

Attend and participate in medical staff conferences.

Performs such special and/or surgical procedures as would fall within the confines of a recognized medical specialty.

Education

❏ Post Graduate Diploma in Venereology - ❏ Venereology (HIV And Sexual Health)

Postgraduate Institute of Medicine University of C
Colombo
08-2023

❏ Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine & Sugery

University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Comprehensive care
  • Invasive procedures
  • Disease prevention
  • Health education
  • Collaboration with specialists
  • Emergency management
  • Clinical documentation
  • Effective communication
  • Cultural competency
  • Patient counseling
  • Patient diagnosis
  • Medication administration
  • Healthcare team collaboration
  • Care quality initiatives

Certification

  • Fully registered doctor in medicine and surgery at the Sri Lanka Medical Council since December 2012, Council Registration 28912
  • Certification of cultural competency and customer service: CALD online education for health professionals in New Zealand 2024
  • Certification of CPR skills by professional resuscitation services, New Zealand 2024

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

GP Assisstant

Otahuhu Health Centre
09.2023 - Current

❏ Medical Doctor

National STD and AIDS Control Programme and peripheral STD clinic of Kalub
01.2022 - 08.2023

❏ Medical Doctor

Colombo South Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka
06.2021 - 01.2022

❏ Medical Doctor

National Infectious Diseases Hospital, Sri Lanka
10.2015 - 06.2021

❏ Medical Doctor

District General Hospital Mullaitivu, Sri Lanka
10.2013 - 10.2015

Intern Medical Doctor

Base Hospital Homagama, Sri Lanka
12.2011 - 12.2012

❏ Post Graduate Diploma in Venereology - ❏ Venereology (HIV And Sexual Health)

Postgraduate Institute of Medicine University of C

❏ Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - Medicine & Sugery

University of Colombo, Sri Lanka
Malinda De Silva