Racheal Angom
Pediatric Oncology Fellow, Uganda Cancer Institute
Kampala,Uganda
Summary
Enthusiastic pediatric oncology fellow, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of pediatric oncology patient assessment and treatment. Motivated to learn, grow and excel as a Pediatric oncologist in a low income country through clinical practice, research and education.
Overview
14
14
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Oncology Fellow
East African Center of Excellence for Oncology, Uganda Cancer Institute
Kampala , Uganda
2019.10 - Current
- Between October 2019 and October 2020, supervised and actively participated in clerkship, assessment, investigation and treatment of over 350 pediatric oncology patients both in in-patient and out-patient departments.
- Coordinated establishment and maintenance of virtual multi-disciplinary tumor boards following the COVID pandemic which called for a ban on institutional physical meetings.
- Supervised and coordinated over 40 multi-disciplinary tumor board meetings to enable standard of care for all solid-tumor patients.
- Wrote and initiated implementation of febrile neutropenia (FN) guidelines.
- Conducted formal and informal CME's with department of pediatric oncology about various topics.
- Wrote a proposal for and initiated the Uganda Cancer Institute hospital based childhood cancer registry which will collect data on clinical characteristics, diagnosis and survival of children and adolescents aged 0-18 years diagnosed with cancer at Uganda Cancer institute.
- Wrote a manuscript for publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Study Medical Officer
Hutchinson Cancer Research institute-Uganda
Kampala , Uganda
2014.08 - 2020.05
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Screened over 50 participants and communicated to the study team participants'eligibility status.
- Successfully and efficiently managed pain in over 50 out patient study participants.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Paediatrics Resident
Makerere University College of Health Sciences; Mulago Hospital
Kampala , Uganda
2016.08 - 2019.05
- Practiced pediatric medicine in Uganda's national referral hospital facility, providing diagnosis and treatment for patients referred from various regional referral hospitals in Uganda and surrounding East African countries such as Rwanda and Burundi.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on and guide care for over 100 patients.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for over 100 complex cases.
- Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in pediatric medicine.
Medical Officer
Uganda Cancer Institute
Kampala , Uganda
2014.08 - 2016.08
- Interviewed pediatric patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, conducted physical assessments and ordered appropriate investigations for patients with suspected cancer.
- Did medical procedures, both invasive and non-invasive as required in oncology settings
- Successfully supervised administration of blood products in oncology setting and instituted prompt management of adverse even
- Successfully had talks with families as regards their children's diagnosis and prognosis and achieved positive reviews 90% of the time.
- Participated in weekly Continuous Medical Education(CME) Sessions to cultivate and maintain an atmosphere of continuous learning.
- Successfully managed several oncological emergencies that arose while on duty
- Appropriately consulted immediate supervisors regarding patients who needed their attention.
Study Doctor and Study Coordinator
Uganda Cancer Institute and Mulago Regional referral Hospital
Kampala , Uganda
2014.02 - 2014.09
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals and case report form requirements and attained over 95% success.
- Trained and supervised study staff
- Attended to patients who had transfusion reactions and successfully managed all transfusion reactions, and achieved 100% success in preventing mortality from blood transfusion reactions.
- Timely reporting and report writing to study principal investigators.
Education
Masters in Pediatrics And Child Health(MPCH) - Pediatric Medicine
Makerere University College Of Health Sciences
Kampala, Uganda 2016.08 - 2019.05
Certificate in Pediatric Oncology - Pediatric Oncology Fellowship
East African Center Of Oncology
Kampala, Uganda 2020.10 - Current
Bachelors of Medicine And Surgery -
Makerere University College Of Health Sciences
Kampala, Uganda 2007.08 - 2012.05
UACE -
Kings College Budo
Wakiso 2005.01 - 2006.12
UCE -
Naalya Senior Secondary School
Kampala 2001.01 - 2004.12
Skills
Pediatric knowledge and assessments
Accomplishments
- Established for the first time the Uganda Cancer Institute Childhood cancer registry during a pediatric oncology fellowship training 2019-2021.
- Successfully coordinated, and still coordinate multi-disciplinary patient care through multi-disciplinary tumor board meetings
- Successfully led a group of 17 pediatrics residents during the 3 three years of residency, 2016-2019 during which I collaborated with them to provide weekly mini-rounds and journal clubs.
- Was awarded the best performing student in Masters of Pediatrics and Child Health (MPCH) of Makerere University College of health Sciences, cohort 2016-2019.
- Was awarded best performing medical officer at the Uganda Cancer Institute in 2015.
- Was awarded best public speaker of the 2010 Makerere University Public speech contest.
Professional Development(Short Courses)
- 2009-Certificate in effective co-counseling; Makerere University College of Health Sciences.
- 2009- Certificate in Communication with confidence; Makerere University College of Health Sciences
- 2010-Certificate in Public Speech; Makerere University College of Health Sciences
- 2016-Certificate; Pain free Hospital initiative; Uganda Cancer Institute
Research projects and Publications
2020-2021:The Uganda Cancer Institute Childhood Cancer Registry project
2018-2019: A retrospective study looking at outcomes of children with Acute Leukemia at the Uganda Cancer Institute. A manuscript for publication regarding the same is in the process of being written.
2016: Platelet transfusion therapy in sub-Saharan Africa: bacterial contamination, recipient characteristics, and acute transfusion reactions
Membership to Associations
- A member of the Uganda medical Association(UMA)
- A member of the Uganda Pediatric Association(UPA)
- A member of the Association of Uganda Women Doctors(AUWMD) where I serve as publicity secretary presently.
Hobbies and Interests
- Interior designing and furniture fittings.
- Hair and Beauty.
- Marriage Counseling.
Referees
Dr. Jackson Orem
Director, Uganda Cancer Institute, Mulago
+256 782 320 543
jacksonorem@yahoo.co.uk
Dr. Joyce Balagadde Kambugu.
Head of Pediatric oncology,
Uganda Cancer Institute, Mulago
+256 790 501 117
jbkambugu@gmail.com
Dr. Victor Musiime
Associate Professor
Makerere University College of Health Sciences
+256 772 401 749
musiimev@gmail.com
Timeline
Certificate in Pediatric Oncology - Pediatric Oncology Fellowship
East African Center Of Oncology
2020.10 - Current
Pediatric Oncology Fellow
East African Center of Excellence for Oncology, Uganda Cancer Institute
2019.10 - Current
Paediatrics Resident
Makerere University College of Health Sciences; Mulago Hospital
2016.08 - 2019.05
Masters in Pediatrics And Child Health(MPCH) - Pediatric Medicine
Makerere University College Of Health Sciences
2016.08 - 2019.05
Study Medical Officer
Hutchinson Cancer Research institute-Uganda
2014.08 - 2020.05
Medical Officer
Uganda Cancer Institute
2014.08 - 2016.08
Study Doctor and Study Coordinator
Uganda Cancer Institute and Mulago Regional referral Hospital
2014.02 - 2014.09
Bachelors of Medicine And Surgery -
Makerere University College Of Health Sciences
2007.08 - 2012.05
UACE -
Kings College Budo
2005.01 - 2006.12
UCE -
Naalya Senior Secondary School
2001.01 - 2004.12
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