Talei Tavo
Lautoka,Fiji
Summary
Dedicated professional focused on advancing women's health across diverse age groups and backgrounds. Committed to continuous learning and skill enhancement to effectively address the health needs of women. Proven ability to implement health initiatives that promote well-being and access to care.
Seasoned OBGYN professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in patient record management, regulatory compliance, and healthcare informatics. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to enhance operational efficiency and team performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Registrar - OBGYN
Mid-Central DHB
Roslyn, Palmerston North
11.2023 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with OBGYN Consultants to deliver comprehensive obstetrics and gynecology care.
- Led roster maintenance and daily scheduling as chief registrar, ensuring efficient operations.
- Ran Ante-natal, Gynae, colposcopy, and pessary clinics.
- Coordinated outreach clinics in rural health facilities to expand access to obstetric and gynecological services.
- Carried out caesarean sections and assisted in complex laparoscopic surgeries.
- Provided acute specialist care of OBGYN Emergencies.
- Completed medical reports and records for patients.
- PROMPT Trainer specifically mentoring House officers and Trainee Registrars.
Senior Registrar - OBGYN
Ministry of Health Fiji
Lautoka, Fiji
02.2015 - 07.2022
- Acted under the supervision of the OBGYN Consultant in the provision of Obstetrics and Gynecology specialized care for the public.
- Provided acute specialist care of OBGYN Emergencies.
- Completed medical reports and records for patients.
- Ensured continuous medical education and practice updates.
- Supervisor and mentor for Intern Doctors rotated to Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit.
- Mentor for outreach teams.
- Provide quality assurance through audits, mortality reports and boards.
- Looked after women with rheumatic heart disease in pregnancy.
- Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) Trainer.
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Lautoka Hospital, Lautoka
Medical Officer
Ministry of Health Fiji
Korovou, Fiji
02.2014 - 01.2015
- Carried out primary health assessment and management in a rural setting.
- Ran general outpatient and special outpatient clinics including antenatal clinics.
- Accompanied outreach teams to areas with limited healthcare access to assist with primary health care.
- Assisted in outbreak investigations.
- Provided secondary level inpatient care as well as deliveries in a rural hospital setting.
- Korovou Hospital, Tailevu
Medical Intern
Ministry of Health Fiji
Suva, Fiji
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Rotated through Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Surgery and Obstetrics and Gynecology as an Intern.
- Carrying out patient assessments and diagnoses, investigations and management plans under the supervision of Registrars and Consultants.
- Assist in diagnostic and treatment procedures, including deliveries and surgeries.
- Writing of referrals and reports.
- Colonial War Memorial Hospital, Suva
Education
Master of Medicine - Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Fiji National University
Lautoka, Fiji09.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Obstetric and Gynaecology
Fiji National University
Lautoka, Fiji12.2017
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery -
Fiji School of Medicine
Suva, Fiji12.2012
Skills
- Rapid learning
- Ability to thrive under pressure
- Collaborative teamwork
- Patient assessment
- Medical documentation
- Surgical techniques
- Clinical competencies
- Obstetric ultrasound
- Clinical leadership
- Effective communication
- Analytical thinking and problem resolution
- Research in clinical settings
- Management of health services
References
- Dr. Sailosi Ratumaitavuki, Consultant OBGYN, Aspen Medical, sailosir@gmail.com, +679 9407927 / +679 7498264
- Dr. Vasitia Cati, Consultant OBGYN, Aspen Medical, vasitia_c@gmail.com, +679 9028952
- Dr. Ilikena Malo, Research Program Manager, Rheumatic Heart Disease, Prevention and Control, Cure Kids, Fiji, ilikena@curekids.org.fj, +679 2778544
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Traveling
- Music
- Women's Empowerment and Leadership
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/30/88
- Nationality: Fijian
Organisations
- Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (RANZCOG), Pacific Associate Member, 04/01/23, Present
- Fiji Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society (FOGS), Member, 02/01/17, Present
Certification
Obstetric Ultrasound, Australian Institute of Ultrasound, 2025
Affiliations
Volunteer with Sai Medical Camps, Fiji, 2016 - 2017
Timeline
Senior Registrar - OBGYN
Mid-Central DHB
11.2023 - 11.2025
Senior Registrar - OBGYN
Ministry of Health Fiji
02.2015 - 07.2022
Medical Officer
Ministry of Health Fiji
02.2014 - 01.2015
Medical Intern
Ministry of Health Fiji
01.2013 - 01.2014
Master of Medicine - Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Fiji National University
Post Graduate Diploma - Obstetric and Gynaecology
Fiji National University
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery -
Fiji School of Medicine