Saja Daher
Illawong
Summary
Podiatrist specializing in healthcare and treatment of foot and ankle conditions. Demonstrated expertise in offering preventive measures and treatment for specific problems. Effectively diagnosed conditions and root causes of problems to create personalized treatment plans. Passionate about effectively resolving issues for patients to minimize discomfort and maximize outcomes. Expert and well versed in footwear to better accommodate and assist patients in their foot health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Podiatrist
Sutherland Podiatry Centre
04.2021 - Current
- Prescribed treatment regimens using medications, physical therapy, orthotic devices or surgery.
- Treated foot and ankle bone, muscle and joint disorders such as plantar fasciitis and achilles tendinopathy.
- Skilfully undertook regular neurovascular assessments for patients with extensive vascular compromise and diabetes.
- Entered patient notes in electronic records system and organized necessary reporting documentation.
- Performed surgery to treat conditions such as ingrown nails.
- Diagnosed foot conditions and deformities by reviewing medical history, X-rays and laboratory test results.
- Referred patients to endocrinology and rheumatology specialists, when observations and symptoms indicated systemic disorders.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Fit Technician
The Athlete's Foot
11.2017 - Current
- Leading expert in athletic footwear fit with world renowned technology, MyFit.
- Constant high KPI achiever in sales and customer satisfaction.
- Well versed with inventory, stock handling and order dispatches.
- Facilitated regular Health Professional Programs with nearby physios, podiatrists and exercise physiologists to discuss and inform on new footwear updates.
- Maintained professional relationships with various footwear brand representatives including; Asics, New Balance, Brooks, Saucony and Ascent.
Podiatrist
Wollongong Foot And Ankle Centre
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Prescribed treatment regimens using medications, physical therapy, orthotic devices or surgery.
- Entered patient notes in electronic records system and organized necessary reporting documentation.
- Analyzed tests and screenings to develop effective treatment plans for patients.
- Performed surgery to treat conditions such as ingrown nails.
- Assisted on multidisciplinary clinics alongside orthopaedic surgeons, radiologists and fellow podiatrists for patients with complex foot and ankle pathologies.
- Utilised CAD/CAM technologies to construct personalised and individualised custom orthotics
Podiatric Medicine Association (PMA) Events Manager
Western Sydney University
01.2017 - 11.2020
- The Western Sydney University Podiatric Medicine Association is a platform that allows accessible interactions between students of Podiatric Medicine, academics and external companies/foundations to create memorable events
- This also allows for networking between different positions and promoting our future professional of Podiatric Medicine and the University
- As per my role as an Events Manager I am able to facilitate these events and provide this platform through various events such as:
- Plan conferences and special speakers at the university
- Annual end of year dinners to help establish relations between students and academics
- Social gatherings such as soccer games (Podiatry vs Physiotherapy students)
- Fundraising and creating awareness
- Stalls to promote health and wellbeing
- Facilitate extra sport courses
Western Sydney Muslim Students Association (MSA) Events Coordinator
WSU
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Undertook various community service fundraisers including:
- Toy Drive: 500 toys for Campbelltown Children’s Hospital
- Homeless Drive: 200-300 food and hygiene packs distributed to homeless individuals in Sydney.
- Against Domestic Violence: money raised for Women’s support organisations.
- Wheelchair Drive: purchased wheelchairs and assistive technology for underprivileged hospitals.
- Somalia Droughts: money raised to purchase water tanks and food staples for Somalia.
- Pink Ribbon Day fundraiser.
Tutoring Mathematics & Science
01.2016 - 01.2017
- In this role, I privately tutored students from years 7-12 mathematics and science
- Since both are my strongest subjects that I thoroughly enjoy; I learnt to develop techniques to effectively translate my knowledge whilst applying a variety of strategies that best suited each individual.
Education
Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW12.2020
Malek Fahd Islamic School
Greenacre, NSW01.2016
Skills
- Active member of multidisciplinary teams with effective, adaptable written and verbal communication skills
- Good work ethic with focus on client confidentiality, safety and reaching client/group goals
- Effective time management and organisational skills
- Strong ability to adhere to cultural responsiveness and appropriateness when dealing with team members and clients
- Effective ability to make decisions with team members and clients when needed
- Good team leader skills- ability to manage and create comprehensive plans
- Bilingual – Arabic and English
- Takes initiative and upholds responsibilities
- Access to own form of transport
- Friendly and kind-natured
- Enjoys research
References
Will be provided upon request
Community Service
- Podiatric Medicine Association (PMA), Events Manager, 2017-Current, The Western Sydney University Podiatric Medicine Association is a platform that allows accessible interactions between students of Podiatric Medicine, academics and external companies/foundations to create memorable events. This also allows for networking between different positions and promoting our future professional of Podiatric Medicine and the University. As per my role as an Events Manager I am able to facilitate these events and provide this platform through various events such as: - Plan conferences and special speakers at the university - Annual end of year dinners to help establish relations between students and academics - Social gatherings such as soccer games (Podiatry vs Physiotherapy students) - Fundraising and creating awareness - Stalls to promote health and wellbeing - Facilitate extra sport courses
- Western Sydney Muslim Students Association (MSA), Events Coordinator, 2017-Current, Undertook various community service fundraisers including: - Toy Drive: 500 toys for Campbelltown Children’s Hospital - Homeless Drive: 200-300 food and hygiene packs distributed to homeless individuals in Sydney. - Against Domestic Violence: money raised for Women’s support organisations. - Wheelchair Drive: purchased wheelchairs and assistive technology for underprivileged hospitals. - Somalia Droughts: money raised to purchase water tanks and food staples for Somalia. - Pink Ribbon Day fundraiser.
Certification
- HLTAID004 - Provide an emergency first aid response in an education an care setting
- HLTAID001 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Response
- Swift User Training - Peform Swift Microwave Ablation for treatment of warts
Timeline
Podiatrist
Sutherland Podiatry Centre
04.2021 - Current
Podiatrist
Wollongong Foot And Ankle Centre
04.2021 - 12.2021
Fit Technician
The Athlete's Foot
11.2017 - Current
Podiatric Medicine Association (PMA) Events Manager
Western Sydney University
01.2017 - 11.2020
Western Sydney Muslim Students Association (MSA) Events Coordinator
WSU
01.2017 - 12.2019
Tutoring Mathematics & Science
01.2016 - 01.2017
Podiatric Medicine (DPM)
Western Sydney University
Malek Fahd Islamic School
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