Nahla Gaffer
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Dedicated paediatric consultant with expertise in consultation diagnosis and emergency care. Proven leader in multidisciplinary teams, adept at implementing evidence-based protocols and managing complex cases. Committed to advancing medical education through mentorship, enhancing paediatric healthcare delivery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Pediatric Consultant
Primary Health Care Al Yahar Branch
Al Ain, UAE
2025.05 - 2026.03
- Administer evidence-based care for children in primary care settings.
- Assist in delivering preventive services such as immunisation and growth monitoring.
- Support team members with various clinical activities.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards through conducting audits and reviews.
- Provide advice on organisational change aimed at streamlining operations.
- Facilitate workshops to enhance skill development and boost staff morale and productivity.
- Enhance client understanding of market trends to aid informed decision-making.
- Encourage development of clear objectives and action plans.
- Assist teams with implementation of new recommendations and revision of staff instructions.
Pediatric Specialist
Omdurman Maternity Hospital
Omdurman, Sudan
2020.04 - 2020.10
- Assisted paediatric teams in accurately identifying medical conditions.
- Supported emergency care personnel during surgical procedures to enhance patient safety.
- Facilitated health assessments for early detection of illnesses.
Paediatric specialist
Mohamed Alamin Hamid Hospital for Children
Omdurman, Sudan
2019.10 - 2020.03
- Facilitated smooth operations of outpatient and inpatient paediatric services.
- Assisted junior doctors in delivering quality patient care.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and adhered to evidence-based treatment protocols.
Pediatric-Emergency Assistant Consultant
King Fahad Medical City
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2016.10 - 2019.08
- Assisted in delivering emergency and acute paediatric care for various conditions.
- Supported surgical teams during operations and provided wound care for injuries.
- Conducted minor interventions to address paediatric foot issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Monitored follow-up schedules to ensure treatment progress.
- Implemented preventative measures to decrease injury risks and facilitated referrals to specialists.
- Devised project plans with clear milestones to encourage team focus and direction.
- Enhanced client understanding of market trends to support informed decision making.
Paediatric specialist
Tandality General Hospital
Tandality, Sudan
2015.09 - 2016.11
- Assisted with paediatric care and emergency interventions.
- Supported initiatives promoting child welfare and compliance with hospital policies.
- Guided families and adolescents in health management practices for wellness.
Paediatric specialist
Gafaar Ibn Auff Specialized Pediatric Hospital
Khartoum, Sudan
2015.06 - 2015.11
- Assisted in providing paediatric care in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency settings.
- Supported junior doctors with daily tasks within multidisciplinary teams.
- Engaged in ongoing research to enhance knowledge of paediatric advancements.
Education
Doctor of Medicine: Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery - Medicine and Surgery
University of Gazira
Wad Madani, Sudan 1995.12 - 2000.12
MD - Pediatrics and Child Health
Sudan Medical Specialized Board
Khartoum, Sudan 2008.08 - 2013.05
Skills
- Child health consultation
- Pediatric emergency care
- Preventive health programs
- Team leadership
- Protocol implementation
- Case management and referrals
- Medical education
- Leadership influence
- Innovation and creativity
- Product lifecycle management
- Agile methodology expertise
Websites
Certification
- Advanced Pediatric Life Support (APLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation
- Pediatric Emergency Care
REFERENCES
References available upon requests.
Accomplishments
- Successfully implemented preventive pediatric screening programs in UAE primary care.
- Led quality improvement projects reducing referral delays and enhancing patient follow-up.
- Mentored junior doctors who progressed to senior pediatric roles.
- Delivered international-standard care while coordinating across multidisciplinary teams.
Professional Development & Courses
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pediatric Emergency & Critical Care Updates
- Growth & Developmental Monitoring Workshops
- Evidence-Based Pediatric Practice and Quality Improvement Programs
Timeline
Pediatric Consultant
Primary Health Care Al Yahar Branch
2025.05 - 2026.03
Pediatric Specialist
Omdurman Maternity Hospital
2020.04 - 2020.10
Paediatric specialist
Mohamed Alamin Hamid Hospital for Children
2019.10 - 2020.03
Pediatric-Emergency Assistant Consultant
King Fahad Medical City
2016.10 - 2019.08
Paediatric specialist
Tandality General Hospital
2015.09 - 2016.11
Paediatric specialist
Gafaar Ibn Auff Specialized Pediatric Hospital
2015.06 - 2015.11
MD - Pediatrics and Child Health
Sudan Medical Specialized Board
2008.08 - 2013.05
Doctor of Medicine: Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery - Medicine and Surgery
University of Gazira
1995.12 - 2000.12