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Uariomundu Kavezembua Kavari

Windhoek

Summary

Analytical professional with technical knowledge in Anaesthesiology and Critical Care with strong critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations. Currently pursuing further training in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia and Intensive Care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant Anaesthesiologist - Surgical ICU

Windhoek Hospital Complex
Windhoek
03.2024 - Current
  • Provided guidance to families regarding end-of-life choices for long-term critical care management.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary rounds with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient care plans.
  • Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in an intensive care unit setting.
  • Provided direct guidance for nursing staff regarding best practices in critical care medicine to prevent morbidity and mortality.
  • Evaluated patient response to treatments and made adjustments as needed for optimal outcomes.
  • Assisted with emergency resuscitations when needed in order to stabilize critically ill patients.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to suggest necessary improvements.
  • Conducted training sessions on advances in critical care medicine techniques.
  • Utilized various specialized equipment, including ventilators, hemodynamic monitors, ultrasound, and defibrillators, to provide optimal patient care.
  • Created personalized anesthetic plans tailored to patients' medical histories and conditions in the critical care setting.
  • Led training sessions for medical officers and interns in critical areas such as lung ultrasound, echocardiography, fluid status assessments, and delivering difficult news empathetically with family counseling support.

Anaesthesiologist

Windhoek Central Hospital
Windhoek
06.2022 - 02.2024
  • Ensured patients had a clear understanding of surgical procedures by explaining the steps and associated risks, promoting informed consent.
  • Prescribed appropriate pain control medications or other treatments after surgery as needed to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
  • Participated in quality assurance initiatives aimed at improving safety protocols within the department of Anesthesiology.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs during administration of anesthesia agents and adjusted dosages accordingly.
  • Managed difficult airway situations safely using advanced intubation techniques such as awake fibre optic intubation and bronchoscopy for lung isolation.
  • Conducted research activities related to anesthesiology such as clinical trials, data analysis, literature reviews and presentations.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and respiratory therapists in order to provide comprehensive care.
  • Provided comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluation and post-operative follow-up services.
  • Administered general, regional, local, monitored or spinal anesthesia as required for surgical procedures.
  • Provided Anesthesia consultant services for major cases for Neurosurgery, Vascular Surgery and Neonatal Emergencies for variety of complex cases. Including, Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Cerebral Aneurysm Clipping, Raptured Abdominal Aorta Aneurysms and Pheochromocytoma resections.

Resident Doctor - Anaesthesiology and Critcal Care

University of Stellenbosch, Tygerberg Academic Hospital
Cape Town, Western Cape
02.2018 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure continuity of care for all patients across the continuum of care.
  • Attended conferences and seminars to stay abreast of latest developments in Anaesthesiology and Critical care.
  • Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements, or need for intervention.
  • Provided anesthetic care to a wide range of patients undergoing general, regional and monitored anesthesia procedures.
  • Assumed responsibility for providing safe perioperative care through effective communication between OR staff members.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations often encountered in clinical practice settings while ensuring safety standards were met at all times.
  • Adhered to safety protocols including monitoring vital signs during all anesthesia cases.
  • Contributed to overall efficiency of the OR suite by proactively managing resources such as personnel scheduling or supply ordering.
  • Assisted faculty members with teaching medical students, interns and residents in the operating room environment.
  • Conducted research projects related to anesthesiology topics under the guidance of faculty members.
  • Documented type and amount of anesthesia administered during medical procedures.
  • Continuously watched patients' vital signs and other telemetry monitors.

Senior Medical Officer - Department Anaesthesiology

Ministry of Health & Social Services - Windhoek Central Hospital
Windhoek
05.2017 - 01.2018
  • Provided anaesthesia independently for elective and emergency surgical cases.
  • Effectively evaluate surgical candidates during pre-operative assessments to determine suitability for surgery, identify potential risks, and create tailored anesthesia and peri-operative plans
  • Maintained efficient workflow by effectively organizing the schedules of medical officers and interns in weekly and monthly duty rosters.
  • Trained medical officers, interns, and students.
  • Contributed to academic presentations.

Principal Medical Officer - Outjo Health District

Ministry of Health & Social Services
Outjo, Kunene Region
05.2013 - 04.2017
  • Managed all aspects of district health services encompassing Primary Health Care, Social Services, Environmental Health Services, Nursing Services as well as Resource Management.
  • Oversaw the planning, management, and reporting of all district health services.
  • Organized and conducted health promotion activities in the community.
  • Managed and oversaw public health programs for TB, HIV, Malaria, School Health, and Gender Based Violence in all four districts' facilities.
  • Led continuous quality improvement efforts in various departments.
  • Conducted education and training sessions for staff members, ensuring a consistent in-service training schedule.
  • Assessed program outcomes to gauge effectiveness and pinpoint opportunities for enhancement.
  • Collaborated with local community leaders and agencies.
  • Trained healthcare professionals in Malaria Case Management, Gender Based Violence Clinical Assessment and Emergency Maternal and Neonatal Resuscitation Skills across multiple regions including Erongo, Kunene, and Otjozondjupa.

Medical Officer - Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Ministry of Health & Social Services - Katutura State Hospital
Windhoek, Khomas Region
01.2012 - 10.2013
  • Safely performing emergency and elective Caesarean Sections on pregnant patients, including pre-term and term deliveries.
  • Executed emergency gynecological procedures such as laparatomy for the removal of ectopic pregnancies and ovarian cysts, as well as the evacuation of retained products of conception.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to enhance antenatal and perinatal care safety.
  • Monitored labor progress using electronic fetal monitoring devices.
  • Provided comprehensive care to high-risk obstetric patients, including labor management and delivery.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed gynecological disorders in patients of all ages.
  • Treated diseases of female reproduction system.
  • Training of Medical students and interns
  • Attend and actively contribute to Morbidity and mortality meetings for the department.
  • Conducted routine prenatal examinations to track the progress of fetal growth and assess the overall well-being of expectant mothers.

Medical Officer - Department Anaesthesiology

Ministry of Health & Social Services - Katutura Hospital
Windhoek, Khomas Region
10.2012 - 04.2013
  • Delivered anesthetic care for patients undergoing a variety of general, regional, and monitored anesthesia procedures.
  • Ensured accurate record keeping by maintaining detailed patient data, including pre-operative and operative notes.
  • Enhanced knowledge of anesthesiology practices by attending regular continuing education courses to stay updated with advancements.
  • Completed pre- and post-op patient inspections.
  • Provided guidance and oversight to junior anesthesia practitioners.
  • Calculated medication considering patient physiology and special conditions.

Medical Internship

Windhoek Hospital Complex
Windhoek
01.2010 - 12.2011
  • Finished four-month rotations in General Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and Internal Medicine.
  • Rotated for two months in Anaesthesiology, Family Medicine, Psychiatry, and Orthopaedics disciplines each.
  • Performed various procedures in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, including Caesarean sections, evacuations of retained products of conception, episiotomies, and suturing of episiotomies.
  • Developed competence in pre-operative workup of patients in the ward, including assisting in various elective and emergency surgical procedures.
  • Gained expertise during a 2-month rotation in Psychiatry where I assessed and treated mental health conditions such as Schizophrenia, Acute Psychosis, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders; demonstrated versatility by working effectively in both Outpatient and Inpatient environments.
  • Interfaced with Hospital Management on matters pertaining to intern wellbeing while organizing diverse activities to enhance the overall wellness of medical interns.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans.
  • Evaluated treatment outcomes and made necessary adjustments to optimize effectiveness.

Education

Fellowship of College of Anaesthesiologists -

Colleges of Medicine South Africa
11.2021

Management Development Program - Africa (NQF level 6) - Management

USB Executive Development Ltd.
University of Stellenbosch Business School
03.2015

Management Development Program - Africa (NQF level 6) -

USB Executive Development Ltd.
03.2015

Diploma in Obstetrics (Dip.Obst. SA) -

College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (CMSA)
05.2013

Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MB, ChB) -

University of Stellenbosch
12.2009

Master of Medicine - Anaesthesiology

University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Skills

  • General anesthesia
  • Pain Management
  • Patient Safety
  • Airway Management
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Sedation techniques
  • Ambulatory Anesthesia
  • Teaching and Mentoring
  • Peripheral Nerve Blocks
  • Cardiothoracic anesthesia
  • Preoperative Evaluation
  • Multitasking
  • Effective Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Labor Management
  • Ectopic Pregnancy Treatment
  • STD diagnosis and treatment
  • Sexual health counseling
  • Performance Improvement
  • Employee Supervision
  • Process Implementation
  • Healthcare Delivery

Fullnames

Uariomundu Kavezembua

Medical Licensure

  • 8039667, Registered with a license to Practice, General Medical Council, United Kingdom
  • MPR 01559, Medical Practitioner and Anaesthesiologist, Medical & Dental Council of Namibia
  • MP0816795, Medical Practitioner, Health Professionals Councils of South Africa

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 84051611051
  • Citizenship: Namibian
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Single

Affiliations

  • Farming (Horticulture, cattle and small stock)
  • Musical band back-up vocalist
  • Philanthropist
  • STEM (Science Technology Engineering Mathematics) for African Youth Development activist

Languages

Otjiherero
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Oshiwambo
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Isixhosa
Elementary (A2)
A2

Accomplishments

  • Abbvie scholar – Recipient of Abbvie scholarship for Anaesthesia 2019 – 2002
  • Rectors award for excellence in Service Delivery – University of Stellenbosch 2008 for excellent service rendered to Tygerberg Medical Campus Student Council 2006 – 2008.
  • Malaria Clinical Case Management trainer for Erongo, Kunene and Otjozondjupa regions in Namibia 2015 – 2017
  • Trainer of Emergency Maternal and Neonatal Care for Erongo, Kunene and Otjozondjupa regions in Namibia 2016 – 2017 after receiving training from Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine 2016.
  • Trainer and champion of Clinical management of Gender Based Violence in Namibia 2016 – 2017 through the UNFPA and Unicef.
  • Full Honorary Colours of the Tygerberg Student Union for Service Delivery of Tygerberg Campus, University of Stellenbosch.

Certification

  • Fully Registered with a License to Practice with General Medical Council - United Kingdom
  • Registered as a Medical Practitioner and Anaesthesiologist with Health Professional Council of Namibia
  • Occupational English Test with over-all Grade B

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Consultant Anaesthesiologist - Surgical ICU

Windhoek Hospital Complex
03.2024 - Current

Anaesthesiologist

Windhoek Central Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2024

Resident Doctor - Anaesthesiology and Critcal Care

University of Stellenbosch, Tygerberg Academic Hospital
02.2018 - 05.2022

Senior Medical Officer - Department Anaesthesiology

Ministry of Health & Social Services - Windhoek Central Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2018

Principal Medical Officer - Outjo Health District

Ministry of Health & Social Services
05.2013 - 04.2017

Medical Officer - Department Anaesthesiology

Ministry of Health & Social Services - Katutura Hospital
10.2012 - 04.2013

Medical Officer - Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Ministry of Health & Social Services - Katutura State Hospital
01.2012 - 10.2013

Medical Internship

Windhoek Hospital Complex
01.2010 - 12.2011

Fellowship of College of Anaesthesiologists -

Colleges of Medicine South Africa

Management Development Program - Africa (NQF level 6) - Management

USB Executive Development Ltd.

Management Development Program - Africa (NQF level 6) -

USB Executive Development Ltd.

Diploma in Obstetrics (Dip.Obst. SA) -

College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (CMSA)

Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MB, ChB) -

University of Stellenbosch

Master of Medicine - Anaesthesiology

University of Stellenbosch

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