Mamorake Maria Silawu
Johannesburg
Summary
Motivated person pursuing a Masters in Public Health, demonstrating strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Eager to learn and apply knowledge in patient assessment, clinical collaboration, and health education. Committed to contributing positively to healthcare environments by engaging with multidisciplinary teams and enhancing patient care.
Overview
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Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical officer
Gauteng DOH(Sizwe Tropical Disease Hospital)
06.2013 - Current
- Conduct thorough assessments and treatment to MDR/Pre XDR/XDR TB,DS TB and HIV patients
- Collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals(Multi Disciplinary Team) to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Co-chaired infection control, pharmacovigilance, and clinical governance meetings, fostering multidisciplinary dialogue to enhance patient safety measures
- Participate in clinical audits,mortality meetings,quality meetings,pharmaceutical and therapeutic meetings,multi disciplinary team meetings and occupational health meetings
- Educated patients and family members on treatment options and care for diagnosed conditions, enhancing understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Delivered training and outreach services to referring institutions, improving collaboration and patient referral processes
- Supported establishment of antimicrobial stewardship committee by coordinating meetings and gathering resources.
- Provided after-hours services to inpatients, ensuring continuous care and support during non-standard hours.
Medical officer
Gauteng DOH(Tshwane district health)
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Delivered clinical services to outpatients, ensuring high-quality care and timely interventions
- Provided after-hours support at local hospital and health centre
- Participated in clinical meetings to discuss patient outcomes and improve service delivery
Medical officer
Medical Bureau of Occupational diseases(MBOD)
08.2012 - 12.2012
- Conducted benefit medical examinations for ex-miners to assess eligibility for compensation.
- Attended and co-chaired of certification committee meetings
- On the job training of diploma in occupational health students and public health medicine registrars
- Facilitated roadshows to raise awareness and educate participants on key health topics.
Medical officer
Mpumalanga DOH(TB Hospitals)
07.2006 - 07.2012
- Provided comprehensive TB/HIV services to enhance patient care for inpatients and outpatients
- Contributed to operational and strategic planning for TB hospitals to improve service delivery and patient outcomes
- Led meetings for the MDR TB clinical review committee
- Managing finances for the medical section
- Compiling monthly, quarterly, and annual reports
- Participating in patient and staff satisfaction surveys
Medical officer
Limpopo DOH (Mankweng hospital)
03.2005 - 06.2006
- Provided clinical services to paediatric and psychiatric inpatients and outpatients, ensuring comprehensive care and support for diverse needs
- Rendering outreach services to nearby clinics
- Teaching medical students
- Rendering overtime services
Community service medical officer
Limpopo DOH(Dr CN Phatudi hospital)
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Assessment and treatment of inpatients and outpatients
- Performing surgery (caesarean sections) to pregnant patients
- Managed patient admissions and discharges to ensure efficient patient flow
- Provided overtime services to support department needs and maintain patient care standards
- Attending clinical meetings
Medical Intern
Mpumalanga DOH(Mapulaneng Hospital)
01.2003 - 12.2003
- Consulting,assessing and treating inpatients and outpatients under supervision
- Performing minor procedures and caesarean sections under supervision
- Provided clinical services during after-hours and weekends to ensure patient access
- Attended clinical meetings and training to stay updated on best practices and contribute to team knowledge
Education
Masters in public health - Masters in Public health
Foundation for Professional development
Pretoria South Africa01-2028
Postgraduate - Diploma in occupational health
University of Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, GP01-2007
Medical Degree - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of surgery
Medical university of Southern Africa(MEDUNSA)a
Pretoria, GP01-2003
Matric - Matric
Ramatau high school
Tzaneen, LP01-1996
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Clinical collaboration
- Patient education
- Occupational health
- Quality improvement
- Data management
- Health and safety awareness
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
- Commitment to excellence
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
- HPCSA registered independent medical practitioner
- MP0575763
References
- Dr Xavier Padanilam(Clinical manager ,Sizwe Tropical disease hospital)011 531 4300/082 433 8633
- Dr Ravee(Previous Clinical manager,Bongani TB Hospital)082 468 7068
- Mr Musie,(Previous CEO Witbank TB Specialized Hospital)067 413 3333/083 556 8794
Timeline
Medical officer
Gauteng DOH(Sizwe Tropical Disease Hospital)
06.2013 - Current
Medical officer
Gauteng DOH(Tshwane district health)
01.2013 - 05.2013
Medical officer
Medical Bureau of Occupational diseases(MBOD)
08.2012 - 12.2012
Medical officer
Mpumalanga DOH(TB Hospitals)
07.2006 - 07.2012
Medical officer
Limpopo DOH (Mankweng hospital)
03.2005 - 06.2006
Community service medical officer
Limpopo DOH(Dr CN Phatudi hospital)
01.2004 - 12.2004
Medical Intern
Mpumalanga DOH(Mapulaneng Hospital)
01.2003 - 12.2003
Masters in public health - Masters in Public health
Foundation for Professional development
Postgraduate - Diploma in occupational health
University of Witwatersrand
Medical Degree - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of surgery
Medical university of Southern Africa(MEDUNSA)a
Matric - Matric
Ramatau high school