Nandini Bansal

Dynamic and results-driven medical student with hands-on experience at Gold Coast Health, excelling in patient assessments and clinical documentation. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams while demonstrating strong problem-solving skills. Actively involved in surgical audits and research, including cardiothoracic and general surgery projects, contributing to evidence-based practice and quality improvement. Adept at problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. Multilingual and reliable, committed to enhancing patient care, and improving outcomes through critical thinking and effective communication.

• Research and Audits: Cardiothoracic surgery audit: morbidity and mortality outcomes after Type A aortic dissection surgical intervention; general surgery audit: optimal timing of oesophagectomy post-chemoradiation
• Clinical Engagement: Student in Medicine Employee, Gold Coast University Hospital (March 2025 – Present), two years of clinical placements at Gold Coast University Hospital, assisting in thoracoscopic thymoma removal video presentation with a cardiothoracic registrar
• Medical Volunteering and Teaching: Volunteer at Gold Rush Echo Workshop, active participation in medical education, and multidisciplinary team discussions

• General Surgery Rotation, Gold Coast University Hospital – January 8, 2024, to February 21, 2024, gained hands-on experience in the management of surgical conditions, including gastrointestinal disorders, and assisted in preoperative assessments, surgeries, and postoperative care
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology Rotation, Gold Coast University Hospital – 26th February 2024 to 10th April 2024, involved in the care of pregnant women, prenatal care, and postnatal care, and assisted in deliveries, C-sections, and gynecological surgeries
• Pediatrics Rotation, Logan Hospital – 15th April 2024 to 29th May 2024, assisted in the management of pediatric patients across various specialties, including neonatology, pediatric surgery, and general pediatrics, and gained experience in pediatric assessments, including growth monitoring and immunization schedules
• Psychiatry Rotation, Gold Coast University Hospital – 17th June 2024 to 31st July 2024, worked closely with patients with psychiatric disorders, developing communication skills, and understanding mental health care management, and participated in multidisciplinary team meetings and mental health assessments
• General Medicine Rotation, Gold Coast University Hospital – August 5, 2024, to September 18, 2024, gained exposure to a variety of medical conditions, including cardiovascular, respiratory, and metabolic disorders, and assisted in patient management in the inpatient and outpatient settings
• Aged Care, Cancer Care (Palliative Care, and Neurology Rotation) Gold Coast University Hospital – 23rd September 2024 to 6th November 2024, focused on palliative care, end-of-life care, and managing neurological conditions in elderly patients, gained hands-on experience in managing chronic pain, and supporting patients in the terminal stages of illness
• Cardiothoracic Surgery Selective, Gold Coast University Hospital – January 13, 2025, to February 28, 2025, gained in-depth experience in the management of cardiovascular and thoracic conditions, including complex surgeries, and observed and assisted in cardiac surgeries, such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) and valve replacements
• Critical Care (Anaesthetics and ICU) and Orthopaedics Rotation, Gold Coast and Robina Hospital – 3rd March 2025 to 11th April 2025, worked with critically ill patients in the ICU and anaesthetics departments, gained experience in the management of orthopaedic trauma and surgeries, including fracture fixation and joint replacements
• Emergency Medicine Rotation, Gold Coast University Hospital – April 21, 2025, to May 6, 2025, provided acute care in the Emergency Department, assisting in the management of trauma, medical emergencies, and acute illnesses, and participated in resuscitations, patient assessments, and triage
• General Practice Rotation, Mermaid Beach Medical Practice – June 23, 2025, to August 8, 2025, gained experience in primary care, including routine check-ups, preventive healthcare, and management of chronic diseases. Focused on patient education, immunizations, and chronic disease management.
• Maxillofacial Surgery Elective, Gold Coast University Hospital – 11th August 2025 to 26th September 2025, gained exposure to oral and maxillofacial surgery, including trauma management and reconstructive surgeries, and assisted in preoperative assessments and postoperative care for maxillofacial patients