Phindile Khumalo
Durban
Summary
Anaesthesia Medical Officer with over four years of comprehensive experience in perioperative anaesthetic care across a broad range of surgical specialities. Skilled in managing patients in both elective and emergency settings, with a strong commitment to patient safety and clinical proficiency. My training has fostered a disciplined, team-oriented approach to patient care, emphasizing precision, effective communication, and meticulous attention to detail. Passionate about advancing my expertise in anaesthesia while contributing meaningfully to clinical excellence and the evolving practice of anaesthesiology.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Officer
Victoria Mxenge Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Provide safe and effective anaesthetic services for patients undergoing a multitude of surgical procedures.
- Making sound clinical judgment and safe execution of anaesthetic techniques and procedures.
- Improvement of patient care by delivering high-quality, evidence-based anaesthetic management.
- Supervise, support, and teach medical interns and undergraduate medical students in the clinical environment.
- Attend and actively participate in departmental activities, including morbidity and mortality meetings.
- Complete medico-legal documentation accurately and timeously in compliance with institutional and legal requirements.
- Participate in academic activities such as journal clubs, case presentations, departmental teaching, and lectures.
- Perform after-hours duties (nights, weekends, and public holidays) to ensure continuous and uninterrupted patient care.
Community Service Medical Officer
Ekombe Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2025
Medical Officer
Ngwelezana Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2023
Education
FCA Part 1 -
College of Medicine of South Africa
09-2025
Diploma in Anaesthetics -
College of Medicine of South Africa
09-2023
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery -
University of Kwazulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa12-2017
Skills
- Competent in independent perioperative patient management
- Advanced and difficult airway management techniques
- Excellent communication, teamwork,adaptability and problem solving in high-stress environments
- Proactive in acquiring new knowledge and improving clinical practice
Timeline
Medical Officer
Victoria Mxenge Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Medical Officer
Ngwelezana Hospital
01.2021 - 02.2023
Community Service Medical Officer
Ekombe Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2025
FCA Part 1 -
College of Medicine of South Africa
Diploma in Anaesthetics -
College of Medicine of South Africa
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery -
University of Kwazulu-Natal
REFERENCES
1.Dr CL Chellan
Victoria Mxenge Hospital
Acting Head of Department
Contact : 031 360 3424
Email : chantal.chellan@kznhealth.gov.za
2.Dr D Myeni
Ngwelezana Hospital
Anaesthesia Clinical Manager
Contact: 082 956 2269
Email : myeni.daluxolo@gmail.com