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Afrin Thahira Fathima

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.
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