Hi, I’m
KEN LANGWANI
Medical Doctor
Maseru
Summary
Compassionate, professional, and skilled in managing medical emergencies while fostering positive relationships with patients and their families. Effective communicator of complex medical terminology to patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals. Highly organized and detail-oriented, ensuring accurate completion of paperwork and documentation. Extensive experience in clinical work across various levels of care and settings, including supervised medical trainings. Also experienced in teaching and research.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lesotho Ministry of HealthMaseru
Senior Medical Officer
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Managed 50 patients daily on average with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior medical officers.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
- Perform emergency procedures to address symptoms and underlying conditions
Malawi Medical JournalBlantyre
Reviewer
08.2020 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Revised written material, incorporating technical feedback and creative changes
- Matched text language and tone to specific environments and target audience demographics
- Accomplished deadlines through planning and diligent work on assignments
Villa Private HospitalMaseru
General Medical Practitioner
12.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Conducted thorough assessments and diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose medical conditions and develop appropriate interventions.
- Increased preventive care awareness among patients by offering educational resources on lifestyle changes, nutrition, and exercise routines.
- Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and disease.
Mafeteng Government HospitalMaseru
Senior Medical Officer
04.2020 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Performed emergency surgical, gynecology, and orthopedic procedures as well as emergency and elective obstetric procedures
- Contributed to medical training of intern medical practitioners, offering advice based on good practice and current medical science
- Oversaw Mafeteng COVID Isolation Centre catering to southern region of Lesotho.
- Liaised with organizations such as WHO and JHPIEGO with regards to COVID-19 pandemic
Mercy James Centre for Paediatric SurgeryBlantyre
Medical Officer
06.2019 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Performed minor surgical procedures and assisted senior physicians and surgeons during assessments, examinations and surgical interventions.
- Delivered pre- and post-operative care to patients by collaborating effectively with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Performed various duties in PICU not limited to evaluating patients to determine emergency intervention needs and adjustment of specialized equipment such as ventilators.
Society of Medical DoctorsBlantyre
Disaster Volunteer
04.2019 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Responded to weather-related disaster to help coordinate medical staff and needed supplies.
- Managed team members and registered new volunteers to tackle disaster response needs.
- Evaluated patients to determine emergency intervention needs
Queen Elizabeth Central HospitalBlantyre
Medical Intern
11.2017 - 04.2019
Job overview
- Internship in General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Internal Medicine, Pediatric Medicine and Child Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Emergency Medicine.
University of Malawi, College of MedicineBlantyre
Assistant Lecturer
11.2017 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Initiated and facilitated classroom discussions.
- Partnered with colleagues to identify and implement strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with students through clear communication, empathy, and genuine interest in their academic growth.
Education
University of Malawi, College of MedicineBlantyre, Malawi
MBBS: Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery
08.2012 - 06.2017
University Overview
- Acting Internship in Maternal Fetal Medicine, University of North Carolina, Completed 2016
- Acting Internship in Trauma and Emergency Surgery, University of North Carolina, Completed 2016
Skills
Patient Diagnosis
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Experienced Providers, American Heart Association, Bloemfontein, South Africa
Timeline
Advanced Cardiac Life Support for Experienced Providers, American Heart Association, Bloemfontein, South Africa
11-2024
Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association, Bloemfontein, South Africa
09-2024
Good Clinical Practice, NIDA Clinical Trials Network
01-2024
Pediatric Advanced Life Support, American Heart Association, Bloemfontein, South Africa
10-2023
Basic Echocardiogram Training, Azanza Health; Villa Private Hospital, Maseru, Lesotho
05-2023
Basic and Essential Surgical Skills Training, University of The Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa
05-2023
Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Maseru, Lesotho
11-2022
Advanced HIV Disease Training, Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation, Maseru, Lesotho
10-2022
Senior Medical Officer
Lesotho Ministry of Health
04.2022 - Current
General Medical Practitioner
Villa Private Hospital
12.2021 - 03.2022
Emergency Obstetrics and Neonatal Care Training, Ministry of Health, Maseru, Lesotho
11-2020
Reviewer
Malawi Medical Journal
08.2020 - 08.2022
Senior Medical Officer
Mafeteng Government Hospital
04.2020 - 11.2021
COVID-19 trainer of trainers, World Health Organization, Maseru, Lesotho
04-2020
Medical Officer
Mercy James Centre for Paediatric Surgery
06.2019 - 11.2019
Clinical Research Methods Course, Helse Nord Tuberculosis Initiative, Blantyre, Malawi
05-2019
Disaster Volunteer
Society of Medical Doctors
04.2019 - 05.2019
AO Alliance Non-Operative Fracture Treatment Course, AO Alliance, Blantyre, Malawi
03-2019
High Dependency Obstetrics and Trauma (HOT) Course, The College of Anesthetists of Ireland, Blantyre, Malawi
03-2019
Medical Intern
Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital
11.2017 - 04.2019
Assistant Lecturer
University of Malawi, College of Medicine
11.2017 - 02.2018
Basic Surgical Skills and Obstetric Emergency Skills, WIRRAL Malawi Partnership, Blantyre, Malawi
11-2017
University of Malawi, College of Medicine
MBBS: Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery
08.2012 - 06.2017
Languages
English
Chichewa
Japanese
Affiliations
- Lesotho Medical, Dental and Pharmacy Council
- Health Professions Council of South Africa
- Botswana Health Professions Council
- Malawi Medical Council
References
- Dr. Mpho Seleke, Medical Superintendent, Mafeteng Regional Hospital, Lesotho, selekempho952@gmail.com, +26657113515, +26663985405
- Dr Eric McCollum, Respiratory Physician, Jhpiego, ericdmccollum@gmail.com, +27790669233
- Dr Ngoy Kaumbo, Public Health Care, Ministry Of Health, Maseru, Lesotho, gaylordkaumbo@gmail.com, +26656923912
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