Dr. Somtochukwu Meribole
Abuja,Nigeria
Summary
Experienced health professional with a strong foundation in patient care, clinical research, and treatment planning. Proficient in conducting health assessments, preventive care, and data analysis. Demonstrated ability to conduct research and develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to patient needs. Eager to pursue graduate training and contribute to medical advancement through research and innovation.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Medical intern
Gastroenterology/Infectious Disease Unit of Internal Medicine, Federal Medical Centre
Abuja, Nigeria
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Initial decision-making on management and care of patients referred to the unit, pending confirmation from the senior registrar.
- Participated in and ran weekly clinics for HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis patients in collaboration with the Institute of Human Virology in Nigeria (IHVN), where newly diagnosed patients were counseled and put in a nationwide medical record for tracking medication and response to treatment via viral load.
- Procedures: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), sample collection for blood culture, ascitic tap, paracentesis, assistance in endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures, nasogastric tube insertion, suprapubic tap, and blood transfusions.
Medical intern
Department of Pediatrics, Federal Medical Centre
Abuja, Nigeria
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Admission of patients to the ward through a pediatric clinic or emergency pediatric unit.
- Urgent evaluation of neonates delivered through cesarean section.
- Rotation in Neonatal ICU involving care of critically ill neonates with congenital heart defects, neonatal sepsis, and respiratory distress syndrome.
- Procedures: exchange blood transfusion, phototherapy, nasogastric tube placement, neonatal resuscitation, and lumbar puncture.
Medical intern
Paediatric Hemato-Oncology Unit, Federal Medical Centre
Abuja, Nigeria
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Review and management of patients of concern.
- Involvement in pre-chemotherapy assessment, including complete blood counts, electrolyte labs, and hyperhydration protocols.
- Performed chemotherapy under supervision by the senior registrar, including measurement, compounding, administering chemotherapeutic drugs, and monitoring of side effects.
- Supported senior staff in making critical decisions under pressure, enhancing trust and collaboration within team dynamics.
Medical intern
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Federal Medical Centre
Abuja, Nigeria
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Admission of patients and complete documentation of patient care.
- Evaluation of patients with gynecological emergencies, including ectopic pregnancy, incomplete and spontaneous abortions, and ruptured ovarian cysts.
- Proper communication of clinical state to patients and next of kin.
- Assisted various surgeries, including myomectomies, diagnostic laparoscopies, over ten Caesarean sections (served as lead surgeon during two, under supervision from consultant obstetrician), and exploratory laparotomies.
- Handled sensitive information confidentially protecting both hospital and patient interests.
Medical intern
Department of Surgery and Orthopedics, Federal Medical Centre
Abuja, Nigeria
05.2023 - 07.2023
- History, examination, and admission of patients.
- Pre-operative evaluation and post-operative care of surgical patients.
- Complete documentation of patient care.
- Demonstrated adaptability by rotating between different specialist departments every few weeks
- Emergent care of patients with surgical emergencies, including acute abdomen, acute urinary retention, and full-thickness burns.
- Performed multiple procedures, including intravenous cannulation, reduction of upper and lower limb fractures, bladder washout
- Assisted in surgical procedures such as herniorrhaphy, appendectomy, wound debridement, and burn dressing.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS) - Medicine
Babcock University, Ogun State
Nigeria 09.2016 - 01.2023
West African Senior School Certificate - Sciences
Capital Science Academy, Abuja
Nigeria 09.2011 - 07.2016
Skills
- Patient care: Experience in diagnosing and treating patients across various departments, including internal medicine, pediatrics, and surgery
- Research: Conducted research on medical topics like heart failure and chronic kidney disease; published findings in peer-reviewed journals
- Teamwork: Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver patient-centered care and develop treatment plans
- Treatment Planning: Expertise in creating comprehensive and individualized treatment strategies for diverse medical conditions
- Data Analysis: Working experience in R for statistical analysis and data interpretation in clinical research
- Preventive Care: Skilled in promoting health education and preventive measures to reduce disease incidence in clinical and community settings
- Health Assessments: Competent in conducting thorough patient evaluations, including history-taking, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments
Certification
- Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria(MDCN)-issued medical practicing license
- Society of Specialists in Airway Management certificate of participation in the Zonal Airway Workshops
Affiliations
- Basketball(Gold medal: Babcock University Interdepartmental league, 2020-2022; Silver medal: Babcock University Student Association league,2021)
- Writing(Articles on medium.com for In Fitness and Health, Thoughts and Ideas journals)
- Weightlifting
- Gaming(consoles)
- Running(Participation in 5k, 10k runs)
- Watching movies
Courses
- Level 2 proficiency in Python data analysis and data science, Data Camp
February 2023 — March 2023
- Fundamentals of R programming and data science, Udemy
July 2024 — August 2024
Research
PUBLISHED
● Elendu, Chukwuka, Abasi-Okot A. Udoyen, Precious A. Ante, Emmanuel S. Meribole, Oseremen V. Okpujie, Mohamed Abdirahman, Ibukunoluwa V. Ishola et al. "An overview of medical management of acute decompensated heart failure." Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research 34, no. 23 (2022): 302-305.
● Elendu, C., Elendu, R.C., Enyong, J.M., Ibhiedu, J.O., Ishola, I.V., Egbunu, E.O., Meribole, E.S., Lawal, S.O., Okenwa, C.J., Okafor, G.C. and Umeh, E.D., 2023. Comprehensive review of current management guidelines of chronic kidney disease. Medicine, 102(23), p.e33984.
● Testosterone Replacement in Middle-aged Men: A Review. Published August 2024 in Journal of Research in Medical and Dental Science.
UNPUBLISHED
● Knowledge and preventive practices of Babcock University undergraduates on mental health disorders and their attitude towards persons with mental health disorders
● Prevalence of obesity and hypertension among Clinical medical students at Babcock University
Presentations
- PRINCIPLES OF HYPERHYDRATION IN CHEMOTHERAPY
Hemato-Oncology Pediatrics Unit, Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. November 2023.
- CANCER CHEMOTHERAPY AND THE CELL CYCLE
Hemato-Oncology Pediatrics Unit, Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. December 2023.
- LIVER CIRRHOSIS
Gastroenterology Medical Unit, Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. February 2024.
- LOWER GASTROINTESTINAL BLEEDING
Gastroenterology Medical Unit, Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. March 2024.
- OPPORTUNISTIC PULMONARY INFECTIONS IN HIV
Infectious Disease Unit, Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. March 2024.
- JAUNDICE
Gastroenterology Medical Unit, Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria. April 2024.
Selected leadership/volunteering services
- Junior Representative for Nigerian Medical Students' Association(NIMSA), Standing Committee on Human Rights and Peace(SCORP), Babcock Chapter for 2020/2021
- Public Relations Officer for Babcock University Association of Medical Students(BUAMS) Research Committee, 2022
- Member of Nigerian Medical Students' Association(NIMSA), Standing Committee on Professional Exchange(SCOPE), Babcock Chapter for 2020/2021
- Member of Babcock University Association of Medical Students(BUAMS) Tutorial Committee
- Member of Babcock University Association of Medical Students(BUAMS) Class of 2023 Public Relations Committee
- Millennium Fellow, Class of 2021 (August-December 2021)
The United Nations Academic Impact and MCN presented the leadership program.
I led a semester-long project assessing undergraduates' mental health disorders knowledge.
We engaged in 10 leadership sessions to cultivate core values of empathy, humility, teamwork, inclusion in leadership, and social impact and honed skills, including how to write a budget and set and meet strategic goals.
Professional affiliations
Nigerian Medical Association(NMA)|European Society of Medical Oncology(ESMO)| Lippincott Author Community
References
· Professor John Imaralu from Babcock University Teaching Hospital
imaraluj@babcock.edu.ng · +234 806 785 741
· Dr. Alexander G. Olonta from Federal Medical Centre, Abuja
alexolonta@gmail.com · 07037522569
· Dr. Kolawole Sodeinde from Babcock University Teaching Hospital
sodeindek@babcock.edu.ng · 08062957695
Timeline
Medical intern
Gastroenterology/Infectious Disease Unit of Internal Medicine, Federal Medical Centre
02.2024 - 05.2024
Medical intern
Department of Pediatrics, Federal Medical Centre
11.2023 - 01.2024
Medical intern
Paediatric Hemato-Oncology Unit, Federal Medical Centre
10.2023 - 11.2023
Medical intern
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Federal Medical Centre
05.2023 - 10.2023
Medical intern
Department of Surgery and Orthopedics, Federal Medical Centre
05.2023 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery(MBBS) - Medicine
Babcock University, Ogun State
09.2016 - 01.2023
West African Senior School Certificate - Sciences
Capital Science Academy, Abuja
09.2011 - 07.2016
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