Mark Paul Mayala
DOCTOR
Dar Es Salaam,Kinondoni
Summary
Well-respected internal medicine physician with 3 years of experience. Board Certified and re-certified by the Medical Council of Tanzania (2021-2023) and a member of the Association of Physicians in Tanzania. Customer-oriented General Manager with 4 years (i.e. 2 years before my residence program in internal medicine and 2 years after my residence) experienced and focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen. Involved in treating patients for a variety of conditions as an internist, with areas of interest including hypertension and diabetes management with its complications and management of other chronic medical conditions, including chronic respiratory conditions and thyroid disease. Interests also include routine screening for acute medical conditions as well as preventive health care, including adult vaccinations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
B&B SPECILIZED CLINIC
07.2023 - Current
- Adhered to healthcare facility protocols and all regulations.
- Counseled patients on newly diagnosed health conditions and maintenance of existing conditions.
- Followed internal medicine guidelines while treating patients.
- Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatments.
- Discussed potential conditions, treatment plans and healthy lifestyle choice recommendations with patients.
- Documented and discussed historical medical information, recent symptoms and current complaints at each visit to maintain comprehensive records.
- Ordered and interpreted tests and analyzed records, reports and examination information to diagnose patient condition.
Consultant as Internal Medicine Physician
NSK Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases in a general internal medicine practice setting
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analysed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
- Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment, including pharmaceutical medications
- Advised and educated patients regarding diet, hygiene and effective disease prevention methods
- Managed, directed and coordinated activities of nurse practitioners and other medical staff and office staff
- Monitored patients condition and progress and re-evaluated treatments as necessary
- Participated in planning of hospice care for elderly and disabled patients
- Delivered medical services to 15-30 patients daily in the outpatient office environment
- Developed open rapport with patients, encouraging them to share questions and concerns
- Currently working to initiate diabetic education in the office to further promote compliance and health of diabetic patients in the office setting
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
Internal Medicine Physician
Kitengule Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases in a general internal medicine practice setting
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
- Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment, including pharmaceutical medications
- Advised and educated patients regarding diet, hygiene and effective disease prevention methods
- Monitored patients' condition and progress and re-evaluated treatments as necessary
- Delivered medical services to 15-45 patients daily in office and hospital environments
- Developed open rapport with patients, encouraging them to share questions and concerns
- Directed patients on medication use and lifestyle modifications to improve health
- Followed internal medicine guidelines while treating patients.
Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Muhimbili National Hospital
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Admitted and treated patients as part of the hospital's 24-hour on-call services
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions
- Volunteered at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients
- Participated as monitoring physician in clinical trials of medications and treatments
- Dedicated 48 hours per week as on-call physician at local hospital to supplement staff
- Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery
- Adhered to healthcare facility protocols and all regulations
- Performed medical care under guidance of attending physician
- Delivered medical services to 15-25 patients daily in office and hospital environments
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases and injuries in a general practice setting
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
- Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment, including pharmaceutical medications
- Advised and educated patients regarding diet, hygiene and effective disease prevention methods.
Chief Medical Officer
Tsunny Hospital
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Involved in designing and structuring the Hospital from its beginning
- I improved the health centre since its opening, from seeing 2-3 patients daily to seeing more than 15 patients a day, regardless I had zero experience in management and administration by the time I was employed
- I worked under a very tight budget but was able to manage
- Maintained updated list of employee credentials and notified staff when professional licenses and certifications approached expiration
- Planned and supported staff office meetings by preparing agendas
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes
- Led diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in day-to-day clinic activities such as patient care, new business development and patient relations
- Drove significant improvement in achievement of goals related to health, safety and employee relations
- Leveraged consistent annual average profit increase
- Supported billing staff by making corrections to invoices and insurance submissions
- Addressed complaints made by patients and staff by escalating issues to supervision for further investigation
- Created memoranda and documents to relay important information to staff.
General Practitioner
Aga Khan Hospital
10.2016 - 01.2017
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories to provide best-in-class and individualized care
- Completed minor surgeries for patients
- Advised patients on post-treatment care options, at-home plans and effective rehabilitation
- Consulted with patients about special needs, cares and concerns throughout treatments
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases
- Educated patients on treatment options for various illnesses, collaborating with specialists to provide thorough education
- Designed individualized plans with patients for different illnesses, working closely with insurance companies, specialists and care providers for best-in-class treatments.
Intern Doctor
Aga Khan Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Teamed with other physicians and specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options
- Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
Education
Internal Medicine Residency -
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Dar es salaam, Tanzania07.2021
Medical Doctor Degree, MD -
The Latin America School of Medicine
Santiago de Cuba, Cuba06.2015
Skills
- Accomplished in primary internal medicine care (IPD, OPD, ICU)
- Good clinical judgment
- Conscientious provider
- Humane and respectful
- Culturally sensitive
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Compassionate professional
- Cost Management
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Team Communication
Websites
Certification
- Active physician's license in Tanzania
- Certified, Medical Council of Tanzania
- Certified, Tanzania Association of Physicians
Languages
Swahili
English
Spanish (Fluent)
Accomplishments
International Conference on Recent Challenges in Cardiology, Swakopmund, Namibia, Nov 2022, Comparative Efficacy of Angiotensin Converting Enzymes Inhibitors and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers in Patients with Heart Failure in Tanzania: A Prospective Cohort Study.
A Case Report of Right Ventricular Infarction in A 48-Year-old Patient, 2017, Tongji medical College of Huazhong University of science and technology.
The effect of Interleukin-6, Microrna-21 and The Role of Atorvastatin in Dilated Cardiomyopathy, 2017, Tongji medical College of Huazhong University of science and technology.
Aortic Coarctation In the Wake of Covid-19 Resulting into Brain Aneurysm in A Tanzanian Patient, Diagnostic and Management Dilemma. A Case Report, 2022, PAMJ Clinical Medicine.
Correlates and Short-Term Prognostic Value of Plasma N-Terminal Pro Brain Natriuretic Peptide Levels among Heart Failure Patients in a Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic: A Prospective Cohort Study, 2022, Journal of Clinical Trials
References
Dr. Daniel Muganyizi,
chrissmuggy2@gmail.com,
+255 787 245-345,
Habert Kairuki Memorial Hospital
Dr. Khuzeima Khanbhai,
drkhuz@gmail.com,
+255787460653,
Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute
Timeline
INTERNAL MEDICINE PHYSICIAN
B&B SPECILIZED CLINIC
07.2023 - Current
Consultant as Internal Medicine Physician
NSK Hospital
06.2022 - 06.2023
Internal Medicine Physician
Kitengule Hospital
10.2021 - 06.2022
Resident Physician, Internal Medicine
Muhimbili National Hospital
10.2018 - 07.2021
Chief Medical Officer
Tsunny Hospital
01.2017 - 10.2018
General Practitioner
Aga Khan Hospital
10.2016 - 01.2017
Intern Doctor
Aga Khan Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
Internal Medicine Residency -
Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences
Medical Doctor Degree, MD -
The Latin America School of Medicine
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