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Collins Nwannebuike Nwokedi
Medical Practitioner
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
Dynamic Medical Manager with a proven track record at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health, excelling in clinical leadership and strategic planning. Spearheaded initiatives that reduced hospital readmissions and enhanced patient care quality. Adept at staff development and operations management, fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal healthcare outcomes.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Manager
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
05.2007 - Current
- Developed targeted intervention programs to address specific healthcare needs of at-risk patients and reduce overall costs.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through streamlining processes, optimizing staff assignments, and implementing best practices for medical management.
- Collaborated with IT teams to develop secure electronic medical records systems that optimized data storage, retrieval, and analysis capabilities.
- Improved employee retention rates by cultivating a positive work environment through open communication channels, recognition of achievements, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing service delivery models while maintaining high-quality patient care standards across all departments.
- Managed budgets and resource allocation effectively, ensuring adequate staffing levels and appropriate equipment availability.
- Oversaw risk management activities within the organization, mitigating potential issues related to patient safety or liability concerns.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, identifying strengths, areas for improvement, and creating tailored development plans.
- Directed staff training sessions on relevant topics such as new treatment protocols or regulatory updates to ensure consistent application of best practices throughout the organization''s medical management efforts.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care efforts to provide comprehensive support for patients with complex medical needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in medical technology to inform evidence-based practice decisions within the organization.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes in medical management, leading to more accurate diagnoses and better patient outcomes.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' health and coordinating post-discharge follow-up care.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing comprehensive medical management strategies and protocols.
- Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders such as physicians, nurses, administrators, insurance representatives, and vendors to facilitate seamless collaboration in medical management initiatives.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Obstetrics And Gynecology
The Colleges of Medicine South Africa (CMSA)
Cape Town, South Africa 05.2007 - 05.2008
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
University of Benin
Benin City, Nigeria 01.1994 - 01.2002
Skills
Clinical leadership
Quality improvement
Healthcare administration
Staff development
Operations management
Multitasking Abilities
Decision-making
Staff management
Strategic planning
Quality control
Project management
Crisis management
Affiliations
- Jaycees (Uniben Junior Chamber)
- Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria
- Health Professions Council of South Africa
- South African Medical Association
- Nigerian Doctors' Forum South Africa
Additional Information
In 2021, I established a company Heroes Garden Lodge (Pty) Ltd which operates as guest house located at 18/20 Clifton Road, Athlone Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. The company has a management staff and several workers in employment.
Certification
Financial Management for Non-Financial Officers
Interests
Timeline
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Obstetrics And Gynecology
The Colleges of Medicine South Africa (CMSA)
05.2007 - 05.2008
Medical Manager
KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health
05.2007 - Current
M.D. - Medicine And Surgery
University of Benin
01.1994 - 01.2002