A pharmacist by training, who is adept at clinical trial management, research and publication. Extensive background in sleep medicine and hypertension research. Advanced communicator with all levels of staff, clients, management and healthcare administrators. Excellent presenter at both local and international meeting and conferences.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
National University Of Singapore, NUS
Singapore
01.2021 - Current
Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
Collaborated with statistician and utilized statistical software (STATA) for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
Contributed to the publication of research articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing expertise in various topics.
Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
Improved recruitment rates by developing and implementing effective patient outreach strategies.
Maintained compliance with regulatory guidelines through rigorous documentation and protocol adherence.
Increased participant retention rates through proactive follow-up efforts and regular engagement activities.
Directed site initiation visits, establishing key partnerships with healthcare professionals from various disciplines to facilitate successful trial implementation.
Licensed Pharmacist
Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
Singapore
01.2019 - 12.2020
i have worked in both outpatients and inpatient settings
Mentored junior pharmacists and technicians, fostering a collaborative work environment that prioritized patient care.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Provided expert guidance on over-the-counter medications options based on individual needs, ensuring optimal patient care.
Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
Reported adverse drug events to comply with regulatory policies and procedures.
Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive medication therapy management and consultations.
Streamlined pharmacy operations through effective inventory management and organization strategies.
Managed the daily discharge and outpatient pharmacy operations
Resolved issues during daily operations such as patient complaints, special requests or other unforeseen problems
Spearheaded a project to review inpatient pharmacy drug verification efficiency, performed root cause analysis and proposed possible ways to improve
Ability to Multitask while staying focus and vigilant for both efficiency and accuracy
Pre-Registration Pharmacist
Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
Singapore
06.2018 - 12.2018
Pharmacy Intern
Guardian Pharmacy
GlenEagles Medical Center
02.2018 - 05.2018
Improved patient understanding by providing thorough medication counseling and answering questions in a clear manner.
Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by assisting in inventory management, medication storage organization, and restocking shelves.
Contributed to a positive patient experience with excellent customer service skills while assisting at the pharmacy counter.
Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
Marketing Intern
Abbott
Singapore
11.2017 - 02.2018
Boosted brand awareness by developing creative marketing strategies and campaigns.
Assisted in the planning and execution of successful product launch events.
Conducted market research through intervening doctors from local hospitals to identify target audiences and optimize marketing efforts.
Initiated, took charge, and completed the first decision tree for nutritional products from Abbott Singapore. This was a challenging idea that could not be realized previously.
Education
Ph.D. - Medicine
National University of Singapore
Singapore
07.2024
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - Pharmacy
National University of Singapore
Singapore
06.2018
Skills
Clinical trial Design and Management, Data Collection, Data Analysis, and Publication
Good Presentation skills
Problem-Solving
Critical thinking
Self driven and highly motivated
Multitasking and Organization
Regulatory Compliance
Interview techniques
Excellent Communication skills with multidisciplinary teams
Pharmacy Operations Management
Patient Education and Counseling
Disease state and therapy management
Sleep Medicine and Hypertension Management Research
Current active Pharmacy License and Practicing Certificate
Accomplishments
Young Investigator Award by SIngapore Cardiac Society 2023
Software
Endnote
Stata
Microsoft powerpoint
Certification
Pharmacy licence and active practicing certificate by Singapore pharmacy council
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hokkien
Intermediate (B1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Affiliations
Playing the piano
Arts and Crafts
First author publications
Sudden deterioration of CPAP adherence after myocardial infarction ─ Potential effect of ACEI-induced airway hyperresponsiveness, Journal of clinical sleep medicine, 2022
Management of hypertension in obstructive sleep apnea, American Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 2023
Belun Sleep Platform to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea in patients with hypertension and high cardiovascular risk, Journal of Hypertension, 2023
Mandibular advancement device versus CPAP in lowering 24-hour blood pressure in patients with obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension: the CRESCENT trial protocol, BMJ Open, 2023