DERAS ATWINE

Self-motivated Pharmacist, brings proven leadership, organizational and public relations skills. Solves problems and keeps teams on task to handle diverse project requirements. Skilled in verbal and written communication, leadership, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to improving Uganda's health sector through high-quality work and patient-centered care.

Project Management

• Managed health outreach projects, involving community education, screening programs, and sensitization initiatives.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely completion of project tasks and objectives.
• Developed and implemented action plans, including monitoring and evaluation strategies for project success.

Leadership

• Demonstrated leadership in organizing and guiding teams during community placements and clinical rotations.
• Played key roles in professional associations, such as Mbarara University Pharmacy Students Association and the African Young Leaders Foundation.
• Led initiatives to promote health awareness and improve access to healthcare services.

Organizational Skills

• Strong ability to organize tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet project deadlines.
• Experienced in maintaining accurate records, managing inventory, and coordinating schedules in healthcare settings.
• Streamlined processes to improve efficiency in both clinical and research environments.

Communication

• Effective communicator with experience in public health education and sensitization, using various platforms to reach diverse audiences.
• Authored articles on medication use, safe practices, and healthcare tips for public awareness campaigns.

Multilingual, proficient in English, Runyankole-Rukiga, Luganda, and Kiswahili, enhancing ability to connect with diverse communities

Clinical Pharmacy

• Experience in hospital pharmacy practice, enhancing patient outcomes through effective medication management and patient-centered care.
• Proficient in dispensing medications, managing pharmaceutical stores, and providing drug information services.
• Conducted patient counseling on medication adherence and safety, ensuring optimal therapeutic outcomes.

Research and Data Analysis

• Conducted impactful studies in pharmacology and public health, including research on drug-related problems and patterns of self-medication.
• Highlighted the dangers of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through research and public sensitization initiatives.
• Skilled in data collection, statistical analysis, and report writing to provide evidence-based recommendations.

WHO Health Emergency Programme :Monitoring and Evaluation of National Action Plans on Antimicrobial Resistance

Harvard Business School: Leadership mentorship under Aspire Leaders Program

Ministry of Health: Health Supply Chain Management and Essential Medicines

Clinical Trial Management and Conduction: NIDA Clinical Trials Network (2024

• Senior Six Class Councilor
• Organizing Secretary, Red Cross Club
• Leader, Community Placement Leadership Program
• Hospital Practice Leader, Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital

• African Young Leaders Foundation, Member and Leadership Conference Participant
• African Union Students Platform, Active member
• Mbarara University Pharmacy Students Association, Active Member