Fabian Kah Yew Fong
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I am a medical professional with over 20 years of clinical experience in various specialties . Throughout my career, I have helped diagnosed and treated patients with a wide range of medical conditions and managed patient with life threatening illnesses. My commitment to patient care, strong communication skills, and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams make me a valuable asset. Currently, I am seeking new opportunities to contribute my knowledge and skills in primary healthcare environment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Medical Officer
Gold Coast Private Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
02.2011 - Current
- Provided medical advice and support to patients, families, and healthcare personnel.
- Developed treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis and individual needs.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients and documented findings in patient records.
- Prescribed medications as needed for the treatment of various illnesses or diseases.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or removing cysts or tumors.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Educated patients on preventative health care practices, nutrition, and lifestyle choices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data including test results, diagnoses, treatments, allergies.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while performing medical procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests to diagnose conditions or diseases.
- Evaluated test results and implemented appropriate treatments.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary.
- Provided guidance and mentorship for junior medical staff members.
- Ordered laboratory tests or imaging studies as needed for diagnosis or treatment planning.
- Provided follow-up care for previously discharged patients.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Paediatric Anaesthetic Registrar
Mater Children Hospital
Brisbane, Queenland
10.2010 - 01.2011
Intensive Care Unit Registrar
Mater Hospital
Brisbane, Queensland
07.2010 - 09.2010
Anaesthetic Trainee
Mater Mother's Hospital
Brisbane, Queensland
04.2010 - 06.2010
- This is where I have gained my experience in managing maternal emergency from Anaesthetic point of view
Anaesthetic Trainee
Mater Adult Hospital
Brisbane, Queensland
01.2010 - 03.2010
Anaesthetic Trainee
Gold Coast Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
01.2009 - 01.2010
- This is where I gained proficiency in advanced airway skills
Intensive Care Senior Registrar
Gold Coast Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
07.2008 - 01.2009
- Promoted to Senior Registrar after 6 months in Gold Coast Hospital Intensive Care Unit
Intensive Care Junior Registrar
Gold Coast Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
01.2008 - 06.2008
- First Registrar positon at Gold Coast Hospital Intensive Care Unit
Senior House Officer
Gold Coast Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Rotations in Anaesthetic, Urology, Respiratory Medicine, and Rural rotation to Barcaldine and Roma Hospital respectively
Junior House Officer
Gold Coast Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
01.2006 - 01.2007
- 3 months rotation in respiratory medicine, Urology, Emergency Medicine, maxillo-facial Surgery respectively
Medical Intern
Gold Coast Hospital
Gold Coast, Queensland
01.2005 - 01.2006
- 3 months rotation in General Medicine, General Surgery, Emergency Medicine, and Cardiology respectively.
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Miri Hospital, Malaysia
Miri, Sarawak
01.1999 - 12.1999
- Provided medication information to patients and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in the preparation of sterile products for use in patient care areas.
- Organized, labeled, and stocked medications in automated dispensing cabinets.
- Maintained records of controlled substances dispensed and administered.
- Performed pharmacy calculations such as dosage adjustments, IV flow rate determinations, and inventory control.
- Verified medication orders against patient profiles for accuracy and potential drug interactions or allergies.
- Received verbal or written prescription orders from physicians and nurses accurately entered into a computer system.
- Provided education and counseling about medication usage, side effects, storage requirements., to patients upon request.
- Advised patients on potential drug interactions and side effects, proper dose timing and medication storage.
Education
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery -
University of Queensland
Brisbane, Australia12-2004
Advanced Diploma in Medical Sciences -
International Medical University
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia12-2002
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
University of Otago
Newee Creek, NSW12-1998
High School Diploma -
Burnside High School
Christchurch, New Zealand11-1994
Skills
- Diagnosing patients
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical Care
- Emergency medicine
- Palliative Care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native/ Bilingual
Malay
Professional
Hokkien
Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Limited
Certification
- CALS (Cardiac Surgical Unit Advanced Life Support)
- Anti-discrimination Bullying and Harassment (e-Leaarning)
- Medication Safety and using the PBS-HMC (e-Learning)
- Hand hygiene for clinical healthcare workers (e-Learning)
- Speak Up For Patient Safety Introduction Video (e-Learning)
Affiliations
- Father of two kids. Jonathan (10yo) and Annabelle (7yo)
Procedural Skills
- Intravenous cannulation
- Ultrasound-guided line insertion for difficult cannulation
- Invasive central venous line insertion
- Arterial line insertion
- PICC (Peripherally inserted central catheter) line insertion
- Lumbar puncture for diagnostic purposes
- Spinal anaesthesia
- Epidural line insertion
- Vascath Dialysis catheter insertion
- Intercostal catheter insertion
- Intubation skills, both direct and with video laryngoscope
- Difficult Indwelling urinary catheter insertion
References
- 1. Dr James Renton, Intensivist, tel:0421073257
- 2. Dr Martin McNamara, Director of ICU at GCPH and Pindara Private Hospital, tel: 0438005361
- 3. Dr Ronald Quinn, Intensivist, tel: 0417717940
Timeline
Career Medical Officer
Gold Coast Private Hospital
02.2011 - Current
Paediatric Anaesthetic Registrar
Mater Children Hospital
10.2010 - 01.2011
Intensive Care Unit Registrar
Mater Hospital
07.2010 - 09.2010
Anaesthetic Trainee
Mater Mother's Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2010
Anaesthetic Trainee
Mater Adult Hospital
01.2010 - 03.2010
Anaesthetic Trainee
Gold Coast Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2010
Intensive Care Senior Registrar
Gold Coast Hospital
07.2008 - 01.2009
Intensive Care Junior Registrar
Gold Coast Hospital
01.2008 - 06.2008
Senior House Officer
Gold Coast Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
Junior House Officer
Gold Coast Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2007
Medical Intern
Gold Coast Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2006
Hospital Pharmacy Intern
Miri Hospital, Malaysia
01.1999 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery -
University of Queensland
Advanced Diploma in Medical Sciences -
International Medical University
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
University of Otago
High School Diploma -
Burnside High School
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