Nada Azam
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
A highly motivated and result-driven professional with a proven track record of pharmacology success. Known for developing engaging course materials and contributing to academic literature. Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative learning environments and mentor students effectively. Adept at research and mentoring, known for the ability to inculcate research techniques in the students. Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills committed to driving organizational growth and achieving strategic objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
Allama Iqbal Medical College
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Supervising the research projects of the medical students in the institution.
- Participated in the development, implementation, and evaluation of philosophy and objectives of Masters of Philosphy in Pharmacology program in the institution.
- Contributed to the development of online course offerings in pharmacology, expanding access to high-quality educational content for remote learners.
- Conducted research projects in the field of pharmacology, contributing new knowledge to the academic community and enhancing course content.
- To conduct PBLs, TBLs, small-group discussions, lectures, and practicals pertaining to the subject.
- To develop an exam for the pharmacology module.
- To create the academic planner for the pharmacology course in collaboration with multiple departments.
- To monitor the attendance and test results of all third-year MBBS students.
- To assess students throughout the viva voce exam.
- To provide feedback on student performance and any issues that arose during the demonstration to the department chair.
- To conduct experiments and demonstrate the usage of practical tools.
- To maintain the smooth functioning of the laboratory on a daily basis.
- To conduct and supervise OSPE in both simulated and professional tests.
Assistant Professor (Pharmacology)
University College of Medicine & Dentistry
03.2023 - 07.2024
- To conduct lectures, practical’s, small group discussions, PBL’s, TBL’s related to subject
- To make module examination of pharmacology
- To make the academic planner of the Pharmacology course in liaison with different departments
- To maintain record of all the test results and attendance of 3rd Year MBBS students
- To assess students in viva voce examination
- To provide feedback on student performance and issues arising during demonstration, to the head of department
- To demonstrate use of practical apparatus and conduct experiments
- To maintain the functionality of day-to-day operation of laboratory
- To conduct and manage OSPE in mock and professional examination
Assistant Professor (Pharmacology)
Central Park Medical College
01.2021 - 03.2023
- To conduct lectures, practical’s, small group discussions, PBL’s, TBL’s related to subject
- To make module examination of pharmacology
- To make the academic planner of the Pharmacology course in liaison with different departments
- To maintain record of all the test results and attendance of 3rd Year MBBS students
- To assess students in viva voce examination
- To provide feedback on student performance and issues arising during demonstration, to the head of department
- To demonstrate use of practical apparatus and conduct experiments
- To maintain the functionality of day-to-day operation of laboratory
- To conduct and manage OSPE in mock and professional examination
Demonstrator (Pharmacology)
University College of Medicine and Dentistry
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Key responsibilities included conducting lectures, tutorials, PBL’s, TBL’s and practical classes for students of MBBS along with relevant administrative tasks associated with lectures assigned by head of the department
House Officer
Jinnah Hospital
05.2015 - 04.2016
- Key responsibilities included management in First Aid and assistance of minor and major surgeries such as Laparotomy, Thyroidectomy, Amputation, Appendectomy, etc
- Key responsibilities include SVD’s, C-Section and Vaginal examinations
- Key responsibilities include management of patient under Intensive Care
- Key responsibilities included to manage patients of AKI, DKA, Hepatic Encephalopathy, etc
Education
M.PHIL - PHARMACOLOGY
Post Graduate Medical Institute
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan10-2020
MBBS - Medicine & Surgery
Allama Iqbal Medical College
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan01.2014
Skills
- Thesis advisement
- Data analysis (SPSS)
- Scientific writing
- Scientific communication
- Workshop facilitation
- Peer-reviewed publishing
- Microsoft Office
- Multitasking Abilities
- Inclusive Pedagogy
- Remote/Distance learning tools
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Feedback management
Certification
- Certificate in Health Research, University College of Medicine & Dentistry, UOL, Lahore, Punjab
- Certificate in Health Professional Education, University College of Medicine & Dentistry, UOL, Lahore, Punjab
Accomplishments
- 2nd position in poster presentation competition conducted in 4th Shalamar Conference titled: CANAGLIFLOZIN ON TREATMENT OF NON-ALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER DISEASE IN A RAT MODEL
- Oral Presentation in 1st Flagship Conference PSIM International Conference 2020 titled: RESULT OF GLYCYRRHIZIN AND CANAGLIFLOZIN TREATMENT FOR NON-ALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER DISEASE IN A RAT MODEL
Attributes
- Effective communicator
- Able to maintain work-life balance
- Able to prioritize work in effective manner
- Diligent & honest person
- Goal oriented
- Good teaching skills
- Ambitious
Professional Trainings And Workshops
- Workshop in Artificial Intelligence in Research, University College of Medicine & Dentistry, UOL
- Workshop in Pragmatism on Practice: Mixed Method Research, University College of Medicine & Dentistry, UOL
- Training session on Table of Specification & Assessment Blueprinting, University College of Medicine & Dentistry, UOL
- Training session in workshop on Problem Based Learning, University College of Medicine & Dentistry, UOL
- Training session on Introduction to SPSS, Medical Education Department, UCMD
- Online workshop on Active Learning in online class, ICHPE’ 20
- Live webinar on The Assessment of Student Performance In Online Education
Research
Combined Effect of Glycyrrhizin and Canagliflozin on Treatment of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Rat Model
Articles
- Effect of glycyrrhizin and canagliflozin on treatment of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in a rat model, 2024, 31, 02
- Sodium phosphate a better choice for bowel preparation before colonoscopy as compared to polyethylene glycol (PEG), 2022, 29, 07
- Effect Of Canagliflozin Alone and In Combination with Metformin on Hormonal Derangements and Estrous Cycle In A Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Rat Model, Kmuj2021.20602
- The Effect of Berberine, a Drug from Chinese Folk Medicine, on Serum and Urinary Uric Acid Levels in Rats with Hyperuricemia, Cureus 13(2) : e 13186,2021
- Evaluation of Antimicrobial Effect of Oenothera biennia by Using Different Concentration of Extract against Staphylococcus Aureus - An experimental study, PJMHS Vol. 15 NO.9, SEP, 2021
- Effect of Furosemide and Spironolactone on urinary zinc excretion in rats, J Fatima Jinnah Med Univ 2021 15: 40-44
- Interrelationship of Electrolyte and Vitamins Profile in Patients Experiencing Tumor Lysis Syndrome during Cancer Chemotherapy, PJMHS Vol. 15, No.7, JUL 2021
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading Fiction Books
- Netflix
- Listening Music
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Timeline
Assistant Professor of Pharmacology
Allama Iqbal Medical College
07.2024 - 11.2024
Assistant Professor (Pharmacology)
University College of Medicine & Dentistry
03.2023 - 07.2024
Assistant Professor (Pharmacology)
Central Park Medical College
01.2021 - 03.2023
Demonstrator (Pharmacology)
University College of Medicine and Dentistry
01.2019 - 12.2020
House Officer
Jinnah Hospital
05.2015 - 04.2016
M.PHIL - PHARMACOLOGY
Post Graduate Medical Institute
MBBS - Medicine & Surgery
Allama Iqbal Medical College
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