Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software
Certification
Languages
Affiliations
First author publications
References
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Yi Hui Ou

Summary

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
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
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
06.2018 - 12.2018

Pharmacy Intern

Guardian Pharmacy
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
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

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Research Assistant

National University Of Singapore, NUS
01.2021 - Current

Licensed Pharmacist

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2020

Pre-Registration Pharmacist

Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
06.2018 - 12.2018

Pharmacy Intern

Guardian Pharmacy
02.2018 - 05.2018

Marketing Intern

Abbott
11.2017 - 02.2018

Ph.D. - Medicine

National University of Singapore

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy - Pharmacy

National University of Singapore
Yi Hui Ou