MELAT GETACHEW DEMISSE
Silver Spring
Summary
ECFMG-certified international medical graduate with extensive clinical and research experience in internal medicine, including leadership in TB and HIV care. Passionate about serving underserved communities and committed to advancing patient-centered care through evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Observership
Dr. Yeheyis Negussie Clinic
09.2024 - 10.2024
- - Shadowed physicians and residents during patient interactions, physical examinations, and clinical procedures
- - Actively engaged in learning by asking questions and reviewing patient cases
- - Assisted with non-clinical tasks including exam room preparation and administrative duties
Physician in Dermatology Ward
ALERT Hospital (All African Leprosy, Tuberculosis, and Rehabilitation Center)
02.2021 - 11.2022
- - Assessed and diagnosed skin diseases and conditions to determine appropriate treatments
- - Developed and implemented comprehensive treatment plans including medication prescriptions
- - Educated patients on available treatments and preventive skincare
- - Maintained current medical knowledge through participation in seminars, conferences, and trainings
Frontline Physician at Multi-Drug Resistant TB Inpatient and Outpatient Ward
ALERT Hospital
11.2018 - 01.2021
- - Designed and implemented individualized Anti-TB treatment regimens
- - Provided patient education on drug adherence and potential adverse effects
- - Coordinated patient care, follow-up, and Anti-TB drug administration at health center level
Tuberculosis (TB) Inpatient and Outpatient Focal Person
ALERT Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2018
- - Addressed gaps across the patient care pathway
- - Diagnosed and treated active tuberculosis infections
- - Ensured quality-assured tuberculosis diagnostic access
- - Implemented community-based TB care and prevention strategies
- - Integrated TB/HIV service delivery
Medical Ward and Emergency OPD Physician
ALERT Hospital
08.2017 - 01.2018
- - Ordered and analyzed diagnostic results
- - Created and executed treatment plans
- - Performed basic medical procedures
- - Provided health improvement advice and patient education
Emergency Department Physician
Zewditu Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
- - Responsible for diagnosis, treatment, medical procedures, and clinical decisions for emergency patients
- - Ordered necessary tests and coordinated follow-up visits
- - Referred patients to specialists as needed
- - Conducted training programs for medical staff and participated in medical team meetings
Physician and Focal Person at Regular Medical Outpatient Department
Zewditu Memorial Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2017
- - Delivered high-quality patient care according to professional standards
- - Supported healthcare team members in providing safe patient care
- - Ensured documentation met legal requirements and professional standards
- - Educated patients and maintained smooth clinic operations
Clinical Internship Rotations
Black Lion, St. Paulos, Yekatit and Gandhi Memorial Hospitals
10.2014 - 11.2015
- - Functioned as a medical intern across all major clinical departments under supervision
Education
Doctor of Medicine -
Addis Ababa University, School of Medicine
11.2015
Secondary Education - undefined
Gibson Youth Academy
07.2009
Skills
- - Crisis management in stressful situations and emergencies
- - Independent work capability with effective multitasking
- - Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- - Adaptability to changing needs and priorities with initiative
- - Leadership capabilities
- - Languages: Fluent in Amharic and English
Certification
- COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control
- Parkinson Disease for Non-Neurologist Physicians
- Clinical and Programmatic Management of Drug Resistant Tuberculosis
- Syndromic Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections
- Biomedical Postgraduate Course in Infectious and Tropical Disease
- National Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment
Affiliations
- - Member, Ethiopian Medical Students' Association (EMSA)
- - Member, Ethiopian Medical Women's Association
Timeline
Observership
Dr. Yeheyis Negussie Clinic
09.2024 - 10.2024
Physician in Dermatology Ward
ALERT Hospital (All African Leprosy, Tuberculosis, and Rehabilitation Center)
02.2021 - 11.2022
Frontline Physician at Multi-Drug Resistant TB Inpatient and Outpatient Ward
ALERT Hospital
11.2018 - 01.2021
Tuberculosis (TB) Inpatient and Outpatient Focal Person
ALERT Hospital
02.2018 - 10.2018
Medical Ward and Emergency OPD Physician
ALERT Hospital
08.2017 - 01.2018
Emergency Department Physician
Zewditu Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
Physician and Focal Person at Regular Medical Outpatient Department
Zewditu Memorial Hospital
02.2016 - 05.2017
Clinical Internship Rotations
Black Lion, St. Paulos, Yekatit and Gandhi Memorial Hospitals
10.2014 - 11.2015
Secondary Education - undefined
Gibson Youth Academy
Doctor of Medicine -
Addis Ababa University, School of Medicine
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