ASHANTI ROBERTS
St. Georges, Grenada
Summary
American Heart Association
Basic Life Support Instructor
American Heart Association
Basic Life Supporter
Medical Council of Jamaica
Certified Medical Practitioner
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Instructor
St. George’s University School of Medicine
03.2022 - Current
- Serve in the capacity of a facilitator in small groups of 8-10 medical students under the disciplines of Pathology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Clinical Skills, Microbiology, Medical Ethics.
- Conduct clinical simulations via robots and standardized patients and provided feedback for each individual student.
- Participate in Objective Structured Clinical Examination assessments.
- Provide immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Participate in content and teaching training sessions through attendance at live sessions.
- Develop USMLE- styled assessment questions and explanations.
- Provide Basic Life Support training for 40 students twice yearly.
- Participate in workshops with emphasis on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Senior Medical Officer
Cornwall Regional Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Served in the Departments of Infectious Disease and Renal Medicine.
- Diagnosed and managed specialized medical care to a total of approximately 60 inpatients on the ward and intensive care unit.
- Monitored patients’ progress at outpatient clinic
- Performed the following procedures: intravenous and arterial access, venipuncture, blood culture, thoracentesis, paracentesis, lumbar puncture, urinary catheterization.
- Assisted senior physicians with subclavian vein dialysis catheter placement.
- Participated in weekly Grand Rounds with a team of 10 physicians.
- Managed approximately 40 plus patients in the COVID-19 care unit during Delta outbreak.
- Assisted with team of three members in management of 10 -15 renal patients.
- Supervised and trained seven medical students for 3 months with relevant physical exam and assisted in preparation of mock Objective Structured Clinical Examination.
- Conducted on-call (24 hour) duty with a team of 5 doctors, managing 60+ male and female patients.
General Medical Officer
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Conducted thorough history-taking, physical examination, and assessment of patients aged 1 month – 12 years.
- Involved in critical care management of infants.
- Analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases with a team of physicians.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of history in detail.
- Managed COVID19 diagnosed children.
Medical Intern
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Participated as a member of a multi-disciplinary team in the core rotations, Pediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Internal Medicine and General Surgery.
- Conducted physical exams and recorded medical histories for patients in clinical setting.
- Collected and transported laboratory specimens used in diagnostics and ongoing patient monitoring.
- Performed the following procedures: intravenous catheterization, venipunctures, paracentesis, wound cleaning and debridement and wound suturing.
- Assisted with major surgeries including cesarean sections, hysterectomy, open reduction and internal fixations, below knee amputations.
- Performed vaginal deliveries with the assistance of midwives.
- Analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases with a team of physicians.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of history in detail.
- Managed patients in the outpatient clinic under supervision.
- Documented patients' status and treatment plan post ward rounds.
- Conducted calls comprising of 32-hour duty.
- Conducted presentations in each core rotation under the supervision of a resident.
- Presented information on health topics to physicians at the end of each rotation.
- Conducted an individual research project, approved by the Institutional Review Board of Guyana that focused on the incidence of glaucoma in adult patients at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation for the year 2018.
Chemistry Tutor
Excellence Academy
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Instructed and engaged 12 students in complex Chemistry concepts at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate level, preparing them for secondary school exit examinations
- Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
Private Tutor
Self Employed
01.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided instruction to two students on core topics in Chemistry and Physics at the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate level.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to deeper understanding of course material and learning styles.
- Generated handouts and learning materials to enhance education.
- Arranged tutoring environment to support optimal learning.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery -
University of Guyana School of Medicine
Turkeyen Campus, Georgetown, Guyana2018
Associate of Science - Chemistry, Minor Biology
University of Guyana
Turkeyen Campus, Georgetown, Guyana2013
Research Experience
Research Assistant 2015
Dr. Chris Prashad, MBBS, Post-Grad. Dip.
University of Guyana School of Medicine
Georgetown, Guyana
- Teamed with seven students and Dr. Prashad to investigate the epidemiological study of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia at the Urology Clinic at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, Georgetown Guyana.
- Obtained quantitative data with the use of The International Prostate Symptom Score [IPSS] from medical charts and phone calls.
- Analyzed data using SPSS 20 software.
Research Assistant 2018
Dr. Lucio Pedro, MBBS, D.M Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of Guyana School of Medicine
Georgetown, Guyana
- Partnered with six students to assess the knowledge, attitudes and practices related to contraceptives among members of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation Family Planning Clinic.
- Gathered data in the form of questionnaires to 95 women from July 16, 2018 to September 7, 2018.
- Analyzed data using SPSS 20 software.
Researcher March – October 2019
Dr. Shailendra Sugrim, MBBS, ChM. Ophthalmology
University of Guyana School of Medicine, Georgetown, Guyana
- Conducted study on the incidence of glaucoma in adult patients at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation for the year 2018, under the supervision of Dr. Sugrim. The common risk factors associated with glaucoma along with identifying the common ophthalmic diseases for the said year, were also investigated.
Publications and Presentations
Roberts, A. (January 2020). Keynote speech on effective service through healthy lifestyle, with emphasis on the importance of sleep. [Oral Presentation]. Regency Suites, Georgetown, Guyana.
Roberts, A. & Campbell W. (April 2020). Speech on healthy strategies to cope with COVID19. [Oral Presentation via Zoom]. Georgetown, Guyana.
Roberts, A. (October 2019). Paraquat Poisoning; a case presentation. [Oral Presentation]. Internal Medicine Teaching Unit, Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, Georgetown, Guyana.
Roberts, A. et al (October 2019). Lymphatic Fliariasis [Oral Presentation], Malaria Clinic, Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, Georgetown, Guyana.
Roberts, A. et al (October 2019). Multi Drug Resistant Tuberculosis. [Oral Presentation], Malaria Clinic, Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, Georgetown, Guyana.
Roberts, A. et al (October 2019). Sexually Transmitted Infections: Abnormal Discharge and Ulcers [Oral Presentation], HIV Clinic, Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, Georgetown, Guyana.
Accomplishments
- Awarded as the most outstanding researcher, 1 out of 45 interns.
Best Intern Research 2019
Interns’ Medical Research
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, Georgetown, Guyana
Certification
Certificate of Elementary Cooking 2019, Carnegie School of Home Economics Georgetown, Guyana.
Problem Management Plus, 2017, World Health Organization sponsored workshop at Pegasus Hotel, Georgetown, Guyana.
Volunteer
Faculty Advisor 2023
Women In Medicine, Student Association, Volunteer Committee
St. George’s University School of Medicine
True Blue, Grenada
- Supervises team of 15 medical students’ plans and implementation of activities including health fairs, health presentations.
Volunteer 2023
Grenada Community Fridge, Non-Profit Organization
True Blue, Grenada
- Monthly distribution of food items and clothing to 70 plus community members.
Basic Life Support Instructor March , 2023
Grenada Olympics Association: Women in Sport
True Blue, Grenada
- Assisted with the certification of 31 physical education teachers and national sport coaches in basic life support training.
Volunteer Physician March, 2023
Grenada Olympics Association: Women in Sport
True Blue, Grenada
- Participated in Health Fair counseling patients on healthy lifestyle measures and prostate cancer.
Masterguide Chairperson 2018
Calphays Youth Federation
Georgetown, Guyana
- Supervised Masterguide Directors of three local Seventh-day Adventist Churches in Georgetown, Guyana.
- Conducted quarterly meetings to ensure that clubs are in synchrony with the Masterguide curriculum.
- Organized evaluations and award ceremonies for Masterguides.
Masterguide Director 2018
Central Seventh-day Adventist Church
Georgetown, Guyana
- Coordinated the highest level of youth-leadership training in the Seventh-day Adventist church.
- Trained approximately 20 individuals 16 years and above, for youth leadership in the following capacities: spirituality, fitness, lifestyle, and survival skills.
- Served as a member of the local church board.
- Organized and conducted local and international wilderness camps.
- Organized 1 week Vacation Bible School in rural community of 50 children.
- Organized quarterly outreach activities to vulnerable communities.
Pathfinder Director 2014 - 2016
Central Seventh-day Adventist Church
Georgetown, Guyana
- Coordinated program for harmonious development of spiritual, physical, social and intellectual lives to 30 plus individuals 10 – 15 years of age.
- Served as a member of the local church board.
- Coordinated the following activities: Bible knowledge and memorization training, wilderness camps, hikes, first aid training, physical fitness training, drilling and marching, outreach activities, educational tours.
Senior Youth Leadership Award Co-Coordinator 2019
Central Seventh-day Adventist Church
Georgetown, Guyana
- Co-coordinated 1 year program on leadership training for approximately 25 individuals 16 years and above.
- Supervised committees that were responsible for the organization and execution of outreach and social activities.
Executive Member 2015 - 2019
Calphays Youth Federation
Georgetown, Guyana
- Planned and coordinated the work of the youth department of churches in local subdivision (district). Activities included outreach, athletic meets, wilderness camps and social outings.
Volunteer Medical Student 2018
Medical Outreach
Essequibo, Guyana
- Provided medical assistance to 100 residents of rural community Saxacalli.
Volunteer 2018
Save Abee Foundation and Enforcers Care, Non-profit organization
Georgetown, Guyana
- Participated as a Disney movie themed character at Christmas Carnival for Orphans
Executive Member 2018
Girls of Excellence and Moral Standards
Guyana Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
Georgetown, Guyana
- Assisted in organizing a nationwide seminar on empowerment of 1000 females between the ages of 10 and 35.
Member 2017 - 2019
Seventh-day Adventist Students’ Association
University of Guyana
Turkeyen Campus, Guyana
- Assisted in the organization of activities for the Seventh-day Adventist student body including religious liberty seminars, research, and etiquette training.
Executive Member 2016 - 2018
University of Guyana Medical Students’ Association
University of Guyana Turkeyen Campus
Georgetown, Guyana
- Assisted in planning of activities including health fairs, fund raisers, clinical skills workshops.
Language Fluency
English
Native language
Hobbies
Camping: I have been camping since the age of nine and I enjoy the outdoors especially being away from the humdrum of the city. I find time in nature to be very therapeutic.
Travelling: Because of my love for experiencing new cultures, over the years I have visited twelve countries on three continents.
Nature Photography: Capturing photos of natural elements allows me to be more appreciative of them.
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
St. George’s University School of Medicine
03.2022 - Current
Senior Medical Officer
Cornwall Regional Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2021
General Medical Officer
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation
06.2020 - 07.2020
Medical Intern
Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation
02.2019 - 01.2020
Chemistry Tutor
Excellence Academy
06.2014 - 05.2015
Private Tutor
Self Employed
01.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery -
University of Guyana School of Medicine
Associate of Science - Chemistry, Minor Biology
University of Guyana
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