Magesa Katuma
Dar Es Salaam ,Tanzania
Summary
I am a fourth-year medical student at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, hard working and passionate in pursuing a career in neurosurgery. Actively seeking out mentorship, and exploring opportunities to connect with many professionals in the neurosurgical field both locally and internationally. Committed to lifelong learning, staying up-to-date with latest advancements and determined to make a meaningful impact in the field.
I have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and ability to collaborate effectively with peers and healthcare professionals. I have a solid foundation in clinical skills, presentation and research, acquired from hands-on experience participating in various clinical and surgical rotations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Student Membership
Congress of Neurological Surgeons(CNS)
Dar Es Salaam, TZ
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Recently joined the CNS (Congress of Neurological Surgeons), and very eager to learn and grow on the exciting field of neurological surgery.
Medical Student
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Dar Es Salaam , TZ
10.2020 - 12.2025
- Attended lectures and seminars on topics relevant to basic sciences.
- Participated in academic research projects related to nutritional field, communicable disease control and community medicine.
- Attend all scheduled rounds, teaching conferences and conducted presentations during medical rotations; pediatrics, internal medicine and surgery rotations included.
- Performed numerous physical examinations, also observed and assisted in major and minor surgeries.
- Observed basic critical care management in sepsis, cardiac and respiratory failure, sedation practices and hemodynamic monitoring, in emergency medicine and anesthesia rotation.
- Recorded daily charts and notes on patient's condition in electronic medical record systems.
- Practiced phlebotomy, cannulation and nasogastric tube placement, as well as performed follow-up on patient test results and analyzed them to identify potential health problems.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
Dar Es Salaam 12-2025
High School Diploma -
Dar Es Salaam Independent School
Dar Es Salaam 06-2020
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Research
- Presentation
- Clinical skills
- Multi-tasking
- Flexibility
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Medical Student Membership
Congress of Neurological Surgeons(CNS)
08.2024 - 12.2025
Medical Student
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
10.2020 - 12.2025
M.D. - Medicine
Muhimbili University of Health And Allied Sciences
High School Diploma -
Dar Es Salaam Independent School
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