Poh Fei Wong
Canberra
Summary
Highly skilled paediatrician and humanitarian with extensive experience in public health, medical leadership, data management, and project coordination. Proven track record in medical education, curriculum development, staff training, and cross-cultural communication. Adept at leading healthcare teams, improving service delivery in resource-constrained settings, and engaging with diverse stakeholders to achieve public health objectives. Fluent in English, Malay, Mandarin, and Cantonese, with a strong commitment to community engagement and public service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Board Member
MSF Hong Kong Regional Association
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Served as board member, holding positions such as Vice President and IGA (International General Assembly) Representative, actively contributing to strategic decision-making and governance.
- Collaborate with regional teams to advance humanitarian objectives and strengthen MSF’s mission in Asia-Pacific region.
- Provide guidance and leadership in the oversight of MSF’s operations and initiatives, demonstrating strong commitment to public service and community involvement.
Data Manager - REACH Platform
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Hong Kong Regional Office
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Led data management activities for the REACH (REaction Assessment Collaboration Hub) platform, a critical tool for improving emergency response coordination.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify data requirements and ensure proper integration within the system. Developed comprehensive data management protocols, including a mapping structure in SharePoint and a master file for documenting emergency events.
- Created a data management guide, enhancing the platform’s usability and ensuring consistency in emergency data reporting across the region.
Project Medical Referent
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Managed medical activities in a project supporting survivors of violence in the socially complex platinum mining belt of Bojanala district.
- Ensured the delivery of high-quality medical care to beneficiaries and facilitated collaboration with local and international stakeholders.
- Oversaw medical operations and participated in strategic planning to address public health needs in a challenging environment.
Paediatrician
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Participated in clinical activities at Doro Primary Health Care Centre, providing direct paediatric care to mothers and neonates.
- Led reorganization of the neonatal unit, enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
- Conducted staff training in neonatal resuscitation and paediatric care, improving clinical outcomes and staff competency.
Medical Activity Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Led a post-Ebola intervention project, improving primary healthcare across 123 peripheral health structures in Kenema district.
- Designed and delivered a comprehensive training program for local health workers, improving the management of paediatric diseases such as malaria, pneumonia, and diarrhoea.
- Conducted a district-wide health needs assessment and co-authored a proposal for a new health initiative.
Paediatrician
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Led the neonatology department at MSF's Khost Maternity Hospital, coordinating a team of five national paediatricians in a resource-limited environment.
- Oversaw the expansion and renovation of the neonatal ward, improving capacity and care delivery.
- Developed and implemented training programs for national staff on neonatal resuscitation and paediatric emergency care.
Paediatrician
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
07.2014 - 10.2014
- Provided paediatric care at Gondama Referral Centre during the Ebola outbreak, supporting the treatment of paediatric patients and training local staff.
- Played a key role in Ebola response activities, including the management of viral haemorrhagic fever cases.
General Paediatrician
Ministry of Health, Malaysia
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Delivered comprehensive paediatric care in both hospital and community settings, including the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), paediatric wards, and outpatient clinics.
- Coordinated training and continuous education programs for junior medical staff, focusing on neonatal resuscitation, paediatric emergencies, and evidence-based practices.
- Headed various paediatric units, including setting up a new NICU and Special Care Nursery, and contributed to medical education as a trainer and lecturer.
Education
MRCPCH -
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
01.2010
MD -
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
Sarawak, Malaysia01.2004
Skills
- Medical Leadership & Paediatric Care
- Project Management & Coordination
- Data Management & Health Systems
- Training & Education
- Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration
Languages
English
Malay
Mandarin
Cantonese
Career Break
01/01/19, Present, Took a career break to focus on raising two young children (ages 2 and 5.5), while actively contributing to the community and further developing leadership and organizational skills.
Personal Information
Title: Paediatric Specialist (Home-Based)
Additional Information
Excellent Service Award, 2010, Ministry of Health, Malaysia, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, MSF Hong Kong Regional Association, Active member of the Parents and Friends Association of Canberra Montessori School
Timeline
Board Member
MSF Hong Kong Regional Association
08.2021 - 08.2024
Data Manager - REACH Platform
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) Hong Kong Regional Office
06.2018 - 12.2018
Project Medical Referent
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
12.2016 - 12.2017
Paediatrician
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
06.2016 - 09.2016
Medical Activity Manager
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
06.2015 - 02.2016
Paediatrician
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
12.2014 - 04.2015
Paediatrician
Médecins Sans Frontières Belgium
07.2014 - 10.2014
General Paediatrician
Ministry of Health, Malaysia
01.2010 - 01.2014
MD -
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
MRCPCH -
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
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