Dr. Birhan Mesele Belete
Medical Doctor
Oviedo
Summary
A compassionate, ECFMG-verified medical doctor with two years of frontline experience in trauma care within active conflict zones, and a strong academic foundation as a published researcher and lecturer at Wollo University. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Public Health with a focus on Disaster Management, seeking to contribute to and learn from the Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Emergency Medicine during this summer internship. Eager to leverage community-driven healthcare approaches at the department while gaining practical experience that will shape my future in public health and emergency medicine.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Clinician, Researcher, and Lecturer
Wollo University, College of Medicine.
10.2022 - Current
- Led clinical teams in trauma care in active conflict zones, enhancing patient outcomes under critical conditions.
- Contributed to curriculum development and mentoring of medical students.
- Published research on evaluating the impact of emergency care education on trauma outcomes in low-resource settings.
Assistant Medical Director
Kombolcha Level Three Defense Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of emergency care protocols.
- Established and maintained collaboration with local and 3 international medical organizations, ensuring continuous support and care during emergencies.
- Led efforts to enhance the hospital’s readiness for mass casualty incidents, conducting training exercises and simulations for medical staff.
Emergency Medicine Department Head
Ethiopian Federal Police Referral Hospital
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Spearheaded mass casualty drills and emergency protocols, ensuring preparedness for large-scale trauma events.
- Led CPD programs to enhance the clinical skills of emergency medical staff, ensuring continuous improvement.
- Implemented patient-centered care models, improving treatment efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Medical Intern
Saint Paul Hospital Millennium Medical College
11.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered emergency care in high-pressure situations, managing a wide range of trauma and critical cases during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Gained significant hands-on experience in emergency, trauma, and critical care settings.
- Contributed to clinical research on emergency medicine practices in resource-limited settings.
Education
Master of Science - Master’s in Public Health in Disaster
Karolinska Institute, Oviedo University, And Unive
Stockholm, Sweden; Oviedo, Spain; Nicosia, Cyprus 09.2024 - Current
M.D. - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia 09.2015 - 02.2022
Skills
- Trauma Care & Emergency Medicine
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Scientific Writing & Publication
- Leadership & Team Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Proficiency in EHR Systems (Electronic Health Records)
- Telemedicine & Virtual Healthcare
- Crisis Communication
Certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Timeline
Master of Science - Master’s in Public Health in Disaster
Karolinska Institute, Oviedo University, And Unive
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Medical Director
Kombolcha Level Three Defense Hospital
02.2023 - 05.2024
Clinician, Researcher, and Lecturer
Wollo University, College of Medicine.
10.2022 - Current
Emergency Medicine Department Head
Ethiopian Federal Police Referral Hospital
04.2022 - 10.2022
Medical Intern
Saint Paul Hospital Millennium Medical College
11.2020 - 01.2022
M.D. - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College
09.2015 - 02.2022
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Medical Triage and Mass Casualty Management Certification
Crisis Management and Conflict Medicine Training Certification
Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification
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