Afrin Thahira Fathima
Dubai
Summary
Accomplished Clinical Pathologist with 5+ years of experience in diagnostic and molecular pathology, academic teaching, and laboratory management. Skilled in histopathology, cytopathology, and digital pathology, with research publications and experience mentoring medical students. Committed to advancing pathology education and contributing to high-quality university programs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant Clinical Pathologist
Saravana Diagnostic Centre
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw pathology reporting and validation across hematology, biochemistry and cytopathology labs.
- Implemented and monitored internal and external quality control programs.
- Supervised sample processing workflows and ensured regulatory compliance.
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ,Clinical Pathologist
Bhaarath Medical College and Hospital
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered lectures, tutorials and lab demonstrations in pathology for undergraduate students.
- Joined academic rounds, case discussions and pathology audits.
- Designed assessment tools including MCQs, OSPEs, and case-based exams.
- Supervised and invigilated student examinations, ensuring compliance with academic standards.
- Involved in academic event management, including conferences and CME programs
- Managed diagnostic pathology services and blood bank operations.
Education
MD PATHOLOGY -
Karpagam Faculty of Medical Science and Research, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
05.2019
MBBS & INTERNSHIP - undefined
Meenakshi Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute, MAHER University
03.2016
Higher Secondary (12th grade) CBSE - undefined
MES Indian School
03.2010
Secondary (10th grade) CBSE -
Indian School
03.2008
Skills
- Quality control procedures
- Molecular pathology
- Flow cytometry
- Clinical chemistry
- Diagnosis support
- Cytology experience
- Diagnostic expertise
- Histology skills
- Immunohistochemistry
- Surgical pathology
- Fine needle aspiration
- Cytology analysis
- Biopsy expertise
- Digital pathology
- Gross examination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
Certification
- DHA Eligibility Letter – Specialist Clinical Pathologist (Approved)
- Certified in Internal Quality Control (IQC) & External Quality Assurance (EQA)
- Familiar with CAP, NABL and ISO 15189 Standards
Timeline
Consultant Clinical Pathologist
Saravana Diagnostic Centre
02.2023 - 12.2024
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ,Clinical Pathologist
Bhaarath Medical College and Hospital
08.2019 - 01.2023
MBBS & INTERNSHIP - undefined
Meenakshi Medical College, Hospital & Research Institute, MAHER University
Higher Secondary (12th grade) CBSE - undefined
MES Indian School
MD PATHOLOGY -
Karpagam Faculty of Medical Science and Research, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Secondary (10th grade) CBSE -
Indian School
Research Activities
- Postgraduate Thesis title: Expression of Vimentin and its correlation with classical prognostic markers like ER,PR, Her2 and Ki-67 in Breast carcinoma.
- Paper Presentation: Correlation of Vimentin expression with Age in Breast carcinoma,National Conference On Update In Pathology: Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Kancheepuram. (Nov 2018)
- Poster presentation: A case of Placenta accreta- presented as intrapartum hemorrhage during LSCS, Sri Ramachandra medical College and Research Institute, Chennai (Jan 2017).
- Awards : Third place in Oral paper presentation in International Pathology Colloquium, Bhaarath Medical College and Hospital, Chennai (April 2022).
Publications
- Dhanalakshmi MNK, Rajendran K, Fathima AT, Raja V, Balamurugan S. Cytomorphological variations in Pap smears amongst postmenopausal women reporting at a tertiary care centre, Tamil Nadu, India. J Clin Diagn Res. 2023 Mar;17(3):EC26–30. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2023/60352.17636.
- Senthilnayagam B, Afrin Fathima, Rajenderan K, Spreethi , Khowsalya S, Manjani S. Complete blood count (CBC) and CBC‑derived ratios in early diagnosis of COVID‑19: a retrospective single‑centre study. J Clin Diagn Res. 2022 Nov;16(11):EC12–15. doi:10.7860/JCDR/2022/59495.17083.
- Dhanalakshmi MNK, Rajendran K, Fathima AT, Srirangaramasamy J. Dermal duct tumor – an atypical presentation – a case report. J Med Surg Pathol. 2022;7(4):252. doi:10.35248/2472‑4971.22.07.252.
- Rajendran K, Raja V, Dhanalakshmi MNK, Fathima AT, Balamurugan S. A 24 kgs giant mucinous cystadenoma in a post‑menopausal woman: a rare case report. Int J Clin Diagn Pathol. 2022;5(2):31–4. doi:10.33545/pathol.2022.v5.i2a.469.