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Objective
To work as a Pathologist with major emphasis on Surgical Pathology and sub specialties.
Education
M. Phil (Pathology)
Sept. 1995 – Sept. 1998
MBBS (Doctor of Medicine)
March 1985
Professional Experience
Toronto East General Hospital Ontario
Pathology Assistant
Aug.2008 – Till date
Ministry of Health,
Govt. of Saudi Arabia – Mecca
Full Time Pathologist
Nov. 2000 – July 2006
Dow Medical College, Karachi
Senior Lecturer and Pathologist
Nov. 1998– Nov. 2000
M. Phil in Anatomical Pathology
Jinnah Post graduate Medical Center
Karachi
Sept. 1995 – Sept. 1998
Dow Medical College, Karachi
Junior Lecturer, Pathology Dept.
Aug. 1992 – Sept. 1995
Research Projects
“Immunological evaluation of purified recombinant and synthetic M. leprae antigens
UNDP/World Bank/WHO/TDR. Institutional Strengthening Grant: Investigator Initiated
Program Based Grant PI: Dr. Rabia Hussain Co PI: Dr. Rumina Hasan (AKU)and Dr. Hazel
Dockrell (LSHTM)(1989-1993) $ 250,426.
Acknowledgements
1.
Lee, S.P., Stoker, N.G., Grant, K.A. Handzel, Z.T., Hussain, R., McAdam, K.P.W.J.
and Dockrell, H.M. (1989) Cellular Immune Responses of Leprosy Contacts to
Fractionated Mycobacterium leprae antigens. Infect. Immun 57: 2475-2480.
2.
Dockrell, H.M., Stoker, N.G., Lee, S.P. Jackson, M., Grant, K.A., Jouy, N.F., Lucas,
S.B., Hasan, R., Hussain, R., and McAdam, K.P.W.J. (1989). T cell recognition of the
18-kDa antigen of Mycobacterium leprae. Infect. Immun. 57(7): 1979-1983.
Short Courses and Workshops
Internal Medicine updates symposium
Saudi council for Health specialist
2005
Evidence based Medicine
Saudi Council for health specialist
2005
Digital Microscopy and Imaging seminar
2005
Health Day by Ministry of Health
Saudi Arabia
2005
Specialized Medical Study Course by
Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia
2004
Languages
English – Fluent
Farsi – Fluent
Arabic – Fluent
Hindi - Fluent
Personal Statement
My embarking into the world of medicine began at a very
young age in Karachi, Pakistan. This was hardly surprising as I had
both a keen interest in science and the support and encouragement
of my father, who had an earnest desire to see his six children
immersing themselves in the pursuit of knowledge.
My dedication to this pursuit began when I received my basic
education in one of the most reputed educational institutions in the
country. Upon graduation, I fulfilled my one year of mandatory
residency at Dow Medical College with a focus on General Medicine
and General Surgery. There forth, I obtained a position as a
Research Coordinator at Marie Adelaide Leprosy Centre. With the
support of various grants, I worked on research emphasizing the
correlation between the clinical and histopathological diagnosis of
leprosy and the role of T cells in the disease. (This research taught
me the true meaning of compassion and humanity and the
importance of integrating and maintaining these values in the study
and the application of medicine.)
After gaining valuable experience in research I entered the
field of Pathology as a Junior Instructor with the Department of
Pathology at Dow Medical College. Upon the completion of three
years in Pathology I proceeded to Basic Medical Sciences Institute
Jinnah Post Graduate Medical Centre to complete my Masters in
Philosophy. In 1998, I acquired my Masters in Histopathology and
rejoined Dow Medical College as a Senior Instructor. During my
masters program, I did research and wrote a thesis on
“Experimental Production on Noncirrhotic Portal Hypertension and
Splenomegaly with prolonged Antigenic Stimulation.
Later, during my six years working for the Saudi Government
as a Histopathologist in the Ministry of Health, my work focused on
the gross and microscopic examination of surgical specimens
received from all over the region. I cherish haven been given this
immense opportunity to examine and demographically research
rare medical cases of both Saudis and pilgrims coming from all over
the world.
My present goal is to resume practicing Pathology while
simultaneously pursuing the boundaries of scientific knowledge
through research. I am passionate about Pathology and believe in its
potential to help alleviate human sufferings.
My long term goal is to use my cross-cultural experience and
multi-lingual abilities and volunteer my abilities as a Pathologist in
humanitarian projects around the globe. I have faced unfathomable
hardships during my education and career ranging from facing
discrimination as a woman in the medical profession in Saudi
Arabia, to being a wife and mother to three young children while
maintaining a full-time career, to immigrating between three
countries, each with its own culture and language. Never have I been
deterred from that pursuit that I began as a young girl in Karachi,
Pakistan and I am sure that my personal challenges have only
succeeded in strengthening my resolve as a Doctor, as a mother and
as a woman. I am confident if given the opportunity, I can make a
positive contribution to your department and establish my
reputation with both colleagues and patients.
Thank you for both your time and consideration, I sincerely look
forward to your response.
To whom it may concern
I am writing this letter for who worked in the capacity of Research Assistant on project on
leprosy from 1989-1993 entitled:
“ Immunological evaluation of purified recombinant and synthetic M. leprae antigens
UNDP/World Bank/WHO/TDR. Institutional Strengthening Grant: Investigator Initiated
Program Based Grant PI: Dr. Rabia Hussain Co PI: Dr. Rumina Hasan (AKU)and Dr. Hazel
Dockrell (LSHTM)
During this project Dr Firdousi worked for 2 years and was responsible for leprosy patients
clinical characterization, collection of biopsy samples and blood collection for cellular
studies. She has been acknowledged for her contributions in the following publications.
I will be happy to address any additional queries you may have.
Yours sincerely
Acknowledgements in Publications (Fatima Firdousi)
3.
Lee, S.P., Stoker, N.G., Grant, K.A. Handzel, Z.T., Hussain, R., McAdam, K.P.W.J.
and Dockrell, H.M. (1989) Cellular Immune Responses of Leprosy Contacts to
Fractionated Mycobacterium leprae antigens4.
Dockrell, H.M., Stoker, N.G., Lee, S.P. Jackson, M., Grant, K.A., Jouy, N.F., Lucas, S.B.,
Hasan, R., Hussain, R., and McAdam, K.P.W.J. (1989). T cell recognition of the 18kDa antigen of Mycobacterium leprae.