Dr. Edwin N Mburu, Kenya Medical Practitioners & Dentist Board.Experienced Medical Officer with a demonstrated history of working in primary care, healthcare administration, and medical logistics. Skilled in Leadership, Communication, Organizational Skills, Self-starter, and Presentation Skills. Strong healthcare professional with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Moi University.Currently serving as a Peace Corps Medical Officer for the US Peace Corps in Kisumu, Kenya, reporting to the Country Director and Office of Health Services in Washington DC, US. Senior management staff in charge of the volunteer health program at the post and participate in the post’s policy-making as part of the senior staff.Previously, served as a Senior Medical Officer in Surgery and Accident/Emergency departments at Kiambu County Referral Hospital. Oversaw ward rounds, and surgical outpatient clinics conducted surgical duties, supervised medical officers, and coordinated referrals of high-dependency patients. Contributed to improving patient triaging, theatre access, and patient turnaround time resulting in a drastic increase in monthly cases.Skills:• Leadership• Adaptability• Communication• Organizational Skills• Motivation• Presentation Skills• Strategic Thinking• Workshop ModerationAchievements:• Developed and instituted the in-country health program in Guinea as lead PCMO.• Participated in mentorship experience for incoming medical doctors and medical assistants and secretaries.• Successfully evacuated volunteers following the COVID-19 pandemic.• Rebuilt Peace Corps Kenya post for re-opening.• Developed Health learning modules and learning experiences for volunteers.• Improved patient triaging, theatre access, and patient turnaround time at Kiambu County Referral Hospital.Please feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn if you would like to learn more about my professional experience and achievements.
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