Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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MATTHEW IJEGE ATROGOR

Calabar,Cross River State

Summary

Dedicated medical professional with a strong foundation in general medicine and a commitment to high clinical standards. Demonstrates exceptional leadership influence and time management proficiency, ensuring adherence to medical ethics while fostering trust with patients. Skilled in family consultation coordination, minor surgical procedures, and emergency resuscitation, complemented by expertise in surgical procedures knowledge and clinical examination techniques. Committed to imparting health literacy and providing holistic care, with a focus on building interpersonal relationships with colleagues and patients. Aspires to further enhance surgical competence and contribute to advancing patient care quality.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Consultant Family Physician

University of Calabar Teaching Hospital
Calabar, Cross River State
01.2025 - Current
  • Established strong rapport with patients, fostering trust in medical advice given.
  • Delivered expert knowledge on medications, improving patient compliance with treatment plans.
  • Provided comforting bedside manner amidst stressful situations, easing patient anxieties.
  • Offered vaccination advice and service, reducing instances of preventable diseases within community.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing empathetic and comprehensive care.
  • Attended numerous conferences and seminars for professional development.
  • Streamlined operations to ensure smooth running of the practice.
  • Kept up-to-date with latest medical research to offer best possible treatments to patients.
  • Used telemedicine tools proficiently, offering remote consultations during pandemic lockdowns.
  • Treated minor injuries quickly; accelerated recovery times for patients.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and competently whilst awaiting paramedics.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic medical care.
  • Advocated for healthy lifestyles, leading to decreased obesity rates amongst patient base.
  • Managed chronic conditions effectively to improve patients' quality of life.
  • Ensured high standards of cleanliness within clinic, minimising risk of cross-contamination.
  • Improved overall family health for sustained wellbeing through preventive counselling.
  • Diagnosed a wide range of diseases, ensuring appropriate treatment plans were implemented.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists efficiently when complex cases arose.
  • Conducted regular check-ups, promoting early detection of illnesses.
  • Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories, providing exceptional and individualised care.
  • Discussed symptoms, diagnoses and prognoses with patients and caregivers to support informed medical decisions.
  • Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating patient needs and comfort levels.
  • Examined patients to assess physical wellness and collect data regarding vital signs, respiratory health and overall wellbeing.
  • Educated patients and community members about disease prevention and general wellness to boost awareness of public health issues.
  • Ordered diagnostic tests to gather data about patient conditions and inform treatment planning.
  • Designed individualised plans with patients for various illnesses, working closely with specialists and care providers for best treatments.
  • Collaborated with nursing to team to deliver top quality care in high-volume patient-centred practice.
  • Generated referrals for patients in need of specialised care and completed paperwork to facilitate seamless transfers.
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary healthcare providers to foster continuum of care.
  • Performed minor surgical procedures to alleviate symptoms of basic health issues.
  • Delivered immunisations in accordance with local and national standards for care.
  • Involved in training of medical students to enhance both clinical skills and academic performances.
  • Member of residency training committee involving training of resident doctors for postgraduate qualification.
  • Involved in research and article reviews

Education

FWACP - Fam Med - Family Medicine

West College of Physicians
Nigeria
07.2017 -

MBBch - Medicine and Surgery

University of Calabar, Calabar
Nigeria
01.1996 - 05.2004

Senior School Certificate -

Mary Knoll College, Okuku-Yala
Nigeria
09.1988 - 08.1993

First School Leaving Certificate -

St. John's Primary School Yahe - Yala
Nigeria
09.1981 - 07.1987

Skills

  • Leadership influence
  • Time management proficiency
  • Adherence to medical ethics
  • Fostering trust with patients
  • High clinical standards
  • General medicine expertise
  • Family consultation coordination
  • Minor surgical procedures
  • Emergency resuscitation
  • Medical report writing
  • Surgical procedures knowledge
  • Imparting health literacy
  • Surgical competence
  • Clinical examination techniques
  • Holistic care
  • Interpersonal relationship with colleagues and patients

Languages

Yala and English
Beginner

Affiliations

  • Football
  • Reading
  • Trading Financial Instrument (Forex)
  • Travelling

Accomplishments

Best House Officer in University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Calabar - 2004

Award of Completion of Residency within record time - 2024

Certification

Licensed by Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Consultant Family Physician

University of Calabar Teaching Hospital
01.2025 - Current

FWACP - Fam Med - Family Medicine

West College of Physicians
07.2017 -

MBBch - Medicine and Surgery

University of Calabar, Calabar
01.1996 - 05.2004

Senior School Certificate -

Mary Knoll College, Okuku-Yala
09.1988 - 08.1993

First School Leaving Certificate -

St. John's Primary School Yahe - Yala
09.1981 - 07.1987
MATTHEW IJEGE ATROGOR