Nelisiwe Shabangu -Mgxekwa

• Administered anaesthesia for various surgical procedures , including general, regional and local anaesthesia
• Rotated multiple times in pediatrics and ICU disciplines
• Supervised and mentored junior doctors, medical students and nursing staff in anaesthetic techniques and patient and patient care
• Had an opportunity to work in the anaesthetic pre operative clinic to assist optimise patients for surgery
• Attended and presented at academic meetings

• Provided safe anaesthesia in pediatric and adult patients
• Completed the MEPA course
• Assisting in pain management of patients during pain round (administering wound infusions catheters, PCA's and epidurals)
• Completed my research on chronic pain

• Achieved my diploma in anaesthesia
• Provided anaesthesia to patients undergoing various surgical procedures
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.

• Administered primary health care to adult patients by utilising evidenced based practices
• Managed a diverse caseload, addressing varied healthcare needs within the community setting
• Included treatment of chronic illness and prescribing of medication.

• Provided medical care across various departments
• Assisted in anaesthesia administration for emergency and elective surgeries
• Reduced hospital admissions through preventive care initiatives and early intervention strategies.

Rotations:

• General Surgery
• Orthopeadics
• Anaesthesia
• Internal Medicine

Rotations:

• Family medicine
• Paediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly rotating through multiple departments, broadening clinical skills and expertise across various specialties.