Outdoor activities: hiking, camping, adventure activities
Alfred Purchase
MBChB (SMU) MP0996769
Summary
I am a healthcare professional with a strong interest in Mental Health, Child Health, and Preventative Medicine. I am passionate about providing holistic patient care and firmly believe in the principle that prevention is better than cure. I am dedicated to improving patient health outcomes and strive to implement positive, practical solutions to enhance healthcare delivery for all.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Community Service Medical Officer
Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Paediatrics (6 months): Worked across the Neonatal/Paediatric ICU, Neonatal ward, General Paediatrics, and outpatient clinics. Completed overtime shifts across all areas.
- Emergency Department (1 month): Managed paediatric, obstetric, gynaecologic, and occasional trauma emergencies.
- HIV/TB Clinic – Empilweni (5 months): Provided patient care while also covering ED overtime shifts. Assisted with research and administrative tasks.
- Leadership & Teaching: Supervised medical interns and presented HIV-focused tutorials.
Medical Intern
Helen Joseph Hospital / Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2024
Completed internship with comprehensive experience across Family Medicine, Paediatrics, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Psychiatry, and Obstetrics & Gynaecology, developing the skills necessary to practice effectively as a Community Service Doctor.
Education
MBChB -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Pretoria01-2022
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Monument
Krugersdorp01-2016
Skills
- Work well in a team
- Good communication skills
- Quick learner
- Dedicated and hard worker
- Biopsychosocial approach to healthcare
Certification
BLS
Interests
Marathon running
Travel
Planned future examinations
- February 2026: Diploma in HIV Management
- February 2026: PC Psych Part 1
- July 2026: Diploma in Mental Health
Non-Professional Achievements
- 2012-2016: Represented Cental Gauteng Aquatics at South African National Swimming Championship
- 2014: Represented Swimming South Africa in USA
Timeline
Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
09-2025
TRREE Ethics Course
08-2025
PALS
02-2025
Community Service Medical Officer
Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital
01.2025 - Current
BLS
09-2024
ACLS
09-2024
Medical Intern
Helen Joseph Hospital / Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital
01.2023 - 12.2024
MBChB -
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
High School Diploma -
Hoërskool Monument
Similar Profiles
Kaashifa GathooKaashifa Gathoo
Emergency Department Medical Officer (comm Serv) at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child HospitalEmergency Department Medical Officer (comm Serv) at Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital
Unati Zipho XunduUnati Zipho Xundu
Community Service Medical Officer at Mafikeng Provincial HospitalCommunity Service Medical Officer at Mafikeng Provincial Hospital
Maricilia KossiMaricilia Kossi
Currently working in Adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Bertha Gxowa HospitalCurrently working in Adult Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Bertha Gxowa Hospital
Siziphiwe DlulaneSiziphiwe Dlulane
Community Service Medical Officer at Department of HealthCommunity Service Medical Officer at Department of Health
Siyethemba Sonto Fisokuhle ZwaneSiyethemba Sonto Fisokuhle Zwane
Community Service Medical Officer at Ramotshere Moiloa Sub-District OfficeCommunity Service Medical Officer at Ramotshere Moiloa Sub-District Office