EVANGELINE C. CUA
Catarman, Northern Samar
Summary
General Surgeon with 17 years of experience performing variety of surgical procedures with thorough knowledge of modern surgical practices. Committed to improving patient quality of life by carrying out standard surgical procedures and appropriate follow-ups.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Director
Medecins Sans Frontieres
Kunduz, Afghanistan
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed a 100-bed trauma center in a war-torn country.
- Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
- Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
- Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Streamlined clinical operations for improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Improved overall clinic functioning by creating standardized processes and procedures for daily operations.
- Promoted a safe working environment for staff by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Directed crisis intervention services when necessary; provided support during critical incidents, and ensured the well-being of all involved parties.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
General Surgeon
Mokha Trauma Center
Mokha, Yemen
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Headed a group of surgeons in treating casualties of armed conflict.
- Provided expert consultation services for complex cases, contributing to successful diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Consistently maintained high standards of safety, adhering to strict infection control protocols during surgeries.
- Mentored junior surgeons and residents, fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritized surgical excellence and patient care.
- Kept accurate records of all surgeries performed, facilitating effective communication among healthcare providers regarding patient progress.
- Streamlined operating room processes by coordinating with nursing staff and other medical professionals, improving overall efficiency.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by employing advanced surgical techniques and adhering to evidence-based practices.
General Surgeon
Medecins Sans Frontieres
Bangassou, Central African Republic
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by employing advanced surgical techniques and adhering to evidence-based practices.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, minimizing risk of postoperative infections among patients.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care and promoting open communication among all team members.
- Contributed to hospital quality improvement initiatives through active participation in committees and task forces.
Specialist General Surgeon
Medecins Sans Frontiers-OCA
Bentiu, South Sudan
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided expert consultation services for complex cases, contributing to successful diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive care for patients throughout their treatment journey.
- Reduced surgery recovery times through efficient surgical procedures and attention to detail in wound management.
- Consistently maintained high standards of safety, adhering to strict infection control protocols during surgeries.
General Surgeon
Medecins Sans Frontieres
Bamenda, Cameroon
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Streamlined activity scheduling and logistics, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
- Consistently maintained high standards of safety, adhering to strict infection control protocols during surgeries.
- Mentored junior surgeons and residents, fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritized surgical excellence and patient care.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
Surgical Activity Manager
Bambari University Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
Bambari, Central African Republic
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by employing advanced surgical techniques and adhering to evidence-based practices.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Performed minor, outpatient surgical procedures.
- Participated in continuing medical education to stay abreast of the latest advancements in general surgery.
- Performed preventive and elective surgeries.
- Administered pain relief medication.
- Designed treatment plans for patients.
Surgical Activity Manager
Médecins Sans Frontieres Hospital
Tal Abyad, Syria
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed scheduling of surgeries effectively while balancing emergency cases, ensuring timely access to crucial procedures for all patients.
- Contributed to departmental budget planning by providing input on necessary resources and equipment for surgical teams, ensuring optimal allocation of funds.
- Served as a consultant for other physicians seeking expert advice on specific cases or surgical techniques, enhancing overall quality of care within the institution.
- Organized training seminars for department staff members on new technologies or best practices in surgery, promoting continuous learning within the team.
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily routines, boosting overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Participated in hospital committees focused on improving patient safety, reducing infection rates, and streamlining processes for surgical teams.
Voluntary Professorial Lecturer (Anatomy and Surgery)
Central Philippine University (CPU)
Iloilo City, Philippines
01.2012 - 12.2018
General Surgeon (Consultant)
Association of Marine Officers and Seaman's Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP) Hospital
Iloilo City, Philippines
02.2009 - 12.2018
General Surgeon (Consultant)
West Visayas State University Medical Center
Iloilo City, Philippines
04.2007 - 12.2018
General Surgeon
Médecins Sans Frontieres Hospital
Bentiu, South Sudan
08.2018 - 10.2018
General Surgeon
Médecins Sans Frontieres Hospital
Tal Abyad, Syria
04.2018 - 07.2018
General Surgeon
Médecins Sans Frontier
Tal Abyad, Syria
10.2017 - 01.2018
Voluntary Professorial Lecturer (Surgery)
West Visayas State University College of Medicine
Iloilo City, Philippines
01.2008 - 12.2017
Surgical Activity Manager
Ramtha Emergency Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
Ramtha, Jordan
06.2017 - 08.2017
General Surgeon
Felipe Abrigo Memorial Hospital
Guiuan, Eastern Samar
03.2015 - 08.2017
General Surgeon
Boost Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
Lashkargah, Afghanistan
04.2017 - 06.2017
General Surgeon
Ahmad Shah Baba Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
Kabul, Afghanistan
04.2016 - 06.2016
General Surgeon
Kunduz Trauma Center/Médecins Sans Frontieres
Kunduz, Afghanistan
09.2015 - 11.2015
General Surgeon (Consultant)
Ibajay District Hospital
Ibajay, Aklan
07.2009 - 12.2009
Medical Officer
Lambunao District Hospital
Lambunao, Iloilo
09.2000 - 11.2001
General Surgeon
NORTHERN SAMAR PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL
Catarman, Northern Samar
01.2020 - Current
- Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Conducted various common surgical procedures such as appendectomies, hemorrhoidectomies, inguinal hernia repairs and tonsillectomies to restore health in patients.
- Performed minor, outpatient surgical procedures.
- Ordered and analyzed tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
- Informed patients of risks prior to procedures to assist families and patients in making educated decisions for personal care.
- Operated on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries and prevent and treat diseases.
Education
Diploma in International Health -
University of The Philippines Open University
Los Banos, Laguna01.2014
RESIDENCY TRAINING - GENERAL Surgery
West Visayas State University Medical Center- Department of Surgery
Iloilo City, Province Of Iloilo, Philippines01.2007
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE -
West Visayas State University College of Medicine
Jaro, Iloilo City01.2000
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY
University of The Philippines
Iloilo City, Province Of Iloilo, Philippines01.1996
Skills
- Budget oversight
- Clinical quality improvement
- Employee performance evaluations
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Developing training programs
- Healthcare administration
- Staff development
- Clinical supervision
- Infection prevention and control
- Clinical standards
- Medical staff leadership
- Improving clinical quality outcomes
- Employee recruitment and hiring
- Quality assurance controls
Affiliations
- Fellow, Philippine College of Surgeons
- Fellow, Philippine Society of General Surgeons
- Diplomate, Philippine Board of Surgery
- Member, Association of Women Surgeons of the Philippines
Othermedicaltrainings
- People Management for Activity Managers, 12/06/21, 12/12/21, Ivory Coast, Africa
- International Field Management Course Level 2, 05/27/19, 05/31/19, Bonn, Germany
- Point of Care Ultrasound Course for General Surgeons (POCUS), 10/22/18, 10/26/18, Blantyre, Malawi
- International Surgical Workshop, 09/04/17, 09/08/17, Dusseldorf, Germany
- Gynecology, Anesthesiology and Surgery (GAS) Week MSF-OCB, 08/21/16, 08/27/16, Hongkong, Hongkong
Researchandpublications
Comparison of One-day versus Two-Day Bowel Preparation in Elective Colorectal Surgery, WVSU Journal, 2012
Licensureexam
- Philippine Board of Surgery (Diplomate Examination for General Surgeons), 05/01/08
- Philippine Physician's Licensure Exam, 08/01/01
- Philippine Civil Service Subprofessional Exam, 01/01/94
Civicorganizations
- Past President, Rotary Jaro-South, Iloilo, 2012
- Member, Photographic Society of Iloilo
Residencytraining
General Surgery, West Visayas State University Medical Center - Department of Surgery, Iloilo City, Iloilo, 08/01/01, 07/31/07
Timeline
Clinical Director
Medecins Sans Frontieres
07.2021 - 07.2022
General Surgeon
Mokha Trauma Center
04.2021 - 06.2021
Specialist General Surgeon
Medecins Sans Frontiers-OCA
10.2020 - 01.2021
General Surgeon
Medecins Sans Frontieres
08.2020 - 11.2020
General Surgeon
NORTHERN SAMAR PROVINCIAL HOSPITAL
01.2020 - Current
General Surgeon
Medecins Sans Frontieres
01.2020 - 03.2020
Surgical Activity Manager
Bambari University Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
06.2019 - 08.2019
Surgical Activity Manager
Médecins Sans Frontieres Hospital
11.2018 - 02.2019
General Surgeon
Médecins Sans Frontieres Hospital
08.2018 - 10.2018
General Surgeon
Médecins Sans Frontieres Hospital
04.2018 - 07.2018
General Surgeon
Médecins Sans Frontier
10.2017 - 01.2018
Surgical Activity Manager
Ramtha Emergency Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
06.2017 - 08.2017
General Surgeon
Boost Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
04.2017 - 06.2017
General Surgeon
Ahmad Shah Baba Hospital/Médecins Sans Frontieres
04.2016 - 06.2016
General Surgeon
Kunduz Trauma Center/Médecins Sans Frontieres
09.2015 - 11.2015
General Surgeon
Felipe Abrigo Memorial Hospital
03.2015 - 08.2017
Voluntary Professorial Lecturer (Anatomy and Surgery)
Central Philippine University (CPU)
01.2012 - 12.2018
General Surgeon (Consultant)
Ibajay District Hospital
07.2009 - 12.2009
General Surgeon (Consultant)
Association of Marine Officers and Seaman's Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP) Hospital
02.2009 - 12.2018
Voluntary Professorial Lecturer (Surgery)
West Visayas State University College of Medicine
01.2008 - 12.2017
General Surgeon (Consultant)
West Visayas State University Medical Center
04.2007 - 12.2018
Medical Officer
Lambunao District Hospital
09.2000 - 11.2001
DOCTOR OF MEDICINE -
West Visayas State University College of Medicine
Diploma in International Health -
University of The Philippines Open University
RESIDENCY TRAINING - GENERAL Surgery
West Visayas State University Medical Center- Department of Surgery
Bachelor of Science - BIOLOGY
University of The Philippines