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The Ky Cuong NGUYEN

North Gosford,Australia

Summary

Efficient Trainee recognized for high productivity and ability to complete tasks swiftly. Specialized in time management, adaptability to new software, and effective communication. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and leadership, ensuring success in fast-paced environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Unaccredited Trainee – Medical Oncology

Central Coast Local Health District
, Australia
05.2024 - Current
  • I am currently working in the Cancer Day Unit, primarily managing outpatient care and conducting Saturday ward rounds monthly.
  • Deliver high-quality clinical care to oncology patients under supervision.
  • Assessed, diagnosed, treated, and managed cancer patients, performing necessary clinical procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure shared decision-making, and confidentiality.
  • Maintain accurate patient documentation, including treatment plans, medical records, referrals, and discharge summaries.
  • Participate in one research project and one audit project, contributing to the advancement of oncology care and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Engage in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, morbidity and mortality (MM) meetings, and journal club discussions to enhance clinical knowledge and practice.

Master of Medicine Oncology - Clinical Rotation

Ho Chi Minh Cancer Hospital
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • During my clinical rotation at Ho Chi Minh City Oncology Hospital, I was based in the Gynecologic Radiotherapy Department, under the supervision of Prof. Tran Dang Ngoc Linh.
  • My thesis focused on ovarian function preservation following ovarian transposition.
  • I rotated through Palliative Care, Medical Oncology (Breast Cancer and Lung/Gynecology), General Radiotherapy, and Head and Neck Cancer Radiotherapy departments.

Medical Trainee at Oncology Department

Thu Duc City Hospital
, Vietnam
11.2019 - 11.2022
  • Maintained daily oversight of 15 to 20 inpatient beds, ensuring continuity of care and patient well-being.
  • Proficiently perform essential emergency procedures, such as airway management, vascular access, and wound care.
  • Actively participated in tumor board meetings.
  • Provided emergency consultations during calls.
  • Instructed and mentored medical students, interns, and PGY1-2 residents, fostering their professional development and clinical competencies.
  • Collaborated in organizing and hosting educational events, enhancing the learning experience for healthcare trainees.
  • Received a prestigious hospital award in recognition of significant contributions to the establishment and efficient management of the Covid-19 Oncology Department during the challenging pandemic period.
  • Proficiently utilized healthcare information systems and electronic medical records to maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.

Clinical Observership

Asan Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Clinical Observer in the Radiation Oncology Department at Asan Medical Center.
  • Supervised by Prof. Lee Sang Wook, I participated in advanced simulations for DIBH, VMAT, IGRT with gating, and CyberKnife.
  • Observed treatment delivery across various modalities, including Tomotherapy, VMAT, CyberKnife, SRS, and intracavitary brachytherapy, for cervical cancer.
  • Joined outpatient clinics specializing in the management of esophageal cancer, lung cancer, and cholangiocarcinoma.
  • Engaged in academic activities, such as journal club discussions, and attended an international cancer conference.

Clinical Observership

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, US
04.2019 - 05.2019
  • Clinical Observer in the Radiation Oncology Department.
  • Supervised primarily by Dr. Oren Cahlon, I had the opportunity to shadow Drs. Andreas Rimner, Paul Romesser, Nancy Lee, and Christopher Crane are in the Radiation Oncology outpatient clinic.
  • I participated in a proton therapy clinic with Dr. Susan Holden is at Procure, New Jersey.
  • Observed prostate cancer brachytherapy procedures conducted by Dr. Michael Zelefsky.
  • Attended weekly breast cancer and rectal multidisciplinary team meetings, and grand rounds.

Intern

Thu Duc City Hospital
, Vietnam
11.2017 - 03.2019
  • Rotations: Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery, and Oncology Department.

Education

Master of Medical Science - Oncology

Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine And Pharmacy
Vietnam
01.2023

Doctor of Medicine -

Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Vietnam
01.2017

Skills

  • EMR utilization
  • Patient documentation
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Patient care coordination
  • Clinical assessment
  • Quality improvement
  • Research participation
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Proficient in Mosaic
  • Problem-solving

Personal Information

  • Registration: Limited AHPRA registration with level 3 supervision
  • Date of Birth: 11/16/93

References

  • Dr. Matthew Wong, Head of Oncology Department, Central Coast Local Health District

Mobile: +61 414 919 088, email: Matt.wong@health.nsw.gov.au

  • Dr. Matthew Chan, Staff Specialist – Medical Oncology, Central Coast Local Health District

Mobile:  +61 403 176 888, email: Matthew.chan@health.nsw.gov.au

Current projects

  • Research Project, Investigating cognitive impairment associated with anti-cancer treatments at the Medical Oncology Department, under Dr. Matthew Wong. Pending grant approval., Data collection and conducting patient assessments.
  • Audit Project, Collecting and analyzing data from all mortality cases in the Medical Oncology Department since 2024, focusing on demographics, diagnosis, cause of death, palliative care involvement, VAD (Voluntary Assisted Dying), treatment-related complications, and other factors., Collaborating with another trainee, responsible for data collection, analysis, and presenting findings monthly.
  • EviQ Medical Oncology Updates, Development of Protocol for Cemiplimab with Chemotherapy for NSCLC. Collaborating with Cancer Institute NSW to develop an evidence-based protocol for the use of cemiplimab in combination with chemotherapy for non-small cell lung cancer patients., Reviewing relevant data and presenting findings at working group meetings to ensure informed decision-making and improve treatment guidelines.

Meeting activities

  • Poster presentation, ESMO ASIA 2023, ASSESSING Ovarian Function in Vietnamese Cervical Cancer Patients with Ovary Transposition after Adjuvant Radiation Therapy
  • Oral presentation, 2022 International Lung Cancer Symposium, Ho Chi Minh City, A case of squamous cell lung cancer patient without driver mutations managed with Immunotherapy
  • Oral presentation, 2019 International Asian Conference on Cancer Screening (IACCS), Taipei, Review of colon cancer screening and treatment landscape in Vietnam

Publications

  • Clinical trial and real-world evidence of circulating tumor DNA monitoring to predict recurrence in patients with resected colorectal cancer., ESMO Real World Data and Digital Oncology, 6, 12/01/24, https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2949820124000547
  • The prevalence of Pfk13 polymorphism in malaria patients treated with artemisinin-based therapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Parasitology Research, 05/14/24, https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00436-024-08203-3
  • ASSESSING Ovarian Function in Vietnamese Cervical Cancer Patients with Ovary Transposition after Adjuvant Radiation Therapy, Abstract Book of the ESMO Asia Congress 2023, 12/01/23, https://www.annalsofoncology.org/article/S0923-7534(23)04628-8/fulltext
  • Compound K: A systematic review of its anticancer properties and probable mechanisms, Fundamental & Clinical Pharmacology, 01/31/22, https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/fcp.12874?fbclid=IwAR2tDOcOJONQoelX4goU7Zaqq1BZ-tQuhGPa0-mIf8QY4aDknwicg7mmw2s
  • Tumor genomic profiling and personalized tracking of circulating tumor DNA in Vietnamese colorectal cancer patients., Frontiers, 12/12/22, https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fonc.2022.1069296/full

Languages

English
Full Professional
Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited

Checks

  • Current National Police Check
  • Working with Children Check
  • Driving License

Exams

  • AMC MCQ, 11/01/23, Singapore, Singapore, Pass
  • PTE, 09/01/23, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 75

Accomplishments

  • Ministry of Education Award for Highschool Mathematical Olympiad.

Timeline

Unaccredited Trainee – Medical Oncology

Central Coast Local Health District
05.2024 - Current

Master of Medicine Oncology - Clinical Rotation

Ho Chi Minh Cancer Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2023

Medical Trainee at Oncology Department

Thu Duc City Hospital
11.2019 - 11.2022

Clinical Observership

Asan Medical Center
06.2019 - 12.2019

Clinical Observership

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
04.2019 - 05.2019

Intern

Thu Duc City Hospital
11.2017 - 03.2019

Master of Medical Science - Oncology

Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine And Pharmacy

Doctor of Medicine -

Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy
The Ky Cuong NGUYEN