Paschal R Darama
Mbeya
Summary
Dynamic General Practitioner with extensive experience at Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital, specializing in infection control and case management of infectious diseases the region. Achieved significant improvements in patient care through precise medication prescriptions and effective training programs for healthcare workers. Committed to advancing health outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and pursuing continuous professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
General Practitioner
Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital
Mbeya
05.2020 - Current
- Managed infection control initiatives at Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital from June 2022 to present.
- Spearheaded initiatives to address emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases in Mbeya from 2021 onwards.
- Ensured correct prescription of medications in compliance with standardized guidelines, evaluating patient reactions.
- Attended continuous learning sessions to keep up with latest medical developments.
- Routed individuals with complex conditions to advanced medical facilities.
- Prescribed appropriate medications according to established protocols while monitoring potential side effects.
Tutor
K’S Royal College of Health Science
Mbeya
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Delivered personalized tutoring sessions to boost student performance.
- Guided students in understanding previous content to facilitate connections with current lessons.
- Implemented multiple teaching strategies for effective student engagement.
Intern Doctor
Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital
Mbeya
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Engaged experts for guidance on challenging cases as necessary.
- Oversaw patients with acute conditions, tracking any changes.
- Prepared patients for specific treatments.
- Applied evidence-based guidelines to determine patient care plans.
- Collected specimens for testing including blood samples or urine cultures.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
International Medical And Technological University
Dar es salam, Tanzania09-2018
Advanced certificate for Secondary Education (ACSEE) - Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB)
Tosamagnga High School
Iringa Tanzania03-2013
Certificate Of Secondary Education (CSEE) - Science
Kwiro Secondary School
Morogoro Tanzania10-2009
Certificate for Primary Education - Primary School
Kwema Primary School
Shinyanga Tanzania09-2005
Skills
- Patient assessment and care
- Infection prevention and control
- Case management of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases
- Training of health care workers on IPC
- Medication prescription
- Customer care
Training And Workshops
- Case management training for Health caseworkers on infectious disease (Ebola, COVID -19 ,Cholera etc. in 2023)
- Infection prevention and control in 2022 at Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital, organized by HJFMRI
- Basic HIV Counseling and Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Training, 06/01/19, US Military HIV Research Program, and Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital
- Free Vision Clinic as a volunteer, 09/03/18 - 09/07/18, OneSight Foundation USA in collaboration with International Medical and Technological University
Research Attended Done
- Surveillance of surgical site infections at Obstetric and Gyn ecological ward
- Conducted a hospital-based survey on surface colonization at Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital in 2023
- Elective research study on the utilization of contraceptives in Temeke, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 09/01/17
- Assessment of nutritional status of the under-fives, 01/01/16, International Medical and Technological University
Work And Employment Experience
- Case management coordinator on emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases in the Mbeya region from 2021 to present
- General Practitioner (Volunteer), Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital, 2020–Present
- Tutor, K's Royal College of Health Science, 11/01/19 - 02/01/20
- Intern Doctor, Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital (MRRH), 2018–2019
Professional
MEDICAL DOCTOR
References
- Dr. Gloria Mbwile, MMed. Paediatrics, Medical Officer Incharge, Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital, Gloria.mbwile@gmail.com, 0767483300
- Dr. Richard Towett, Senior lecturer, International Medical & Technological University, drrichardtowett@yahoo.com, 0713370219
- Dr. Ismail Macha, MMed Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Head of department OBGY, Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital, 0754560401
Languages
- Swahili
- English
Leadership Experience
- Class representative of MBBS student, Semester 9-10, International Medical and Technological University
- General secretary for intern Doctors, 2018-2019, Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital
- Vice president of student Government, 2008-2009, Kwiro Secondary School
Personal Information
- Health Status: GOOD
- Date of Birth: 03/04/88
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: TANZANIAN
- Marital Status: SINGLE
- Religion: CHRISTIAN
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
General Practitioner
Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital
05.2020 - Current
Tutor
K’S Royal College of Health Science
11.2019 - 02.2020
Intern Doctor
Mbeya Regional Referral Hospital
01.2018 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
International Medical And Technological University
Advanced certificate for Secondary Education (ACSEE) - Physics, Chemistry & Biology (PCB)
Tosamagnga High School
Certificate Of Secondary Education (CSEE) - Science
Kwiro Secondary School
Certificate for Primary Education - Primary School
Kwema Primary School
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