MUHAMMAD ABDULHAMID
Debrecen,HB
Summary
Senior Medical Doctor with 14+ years of clinical and leadership experience. Currently finalizing a Master’s in Public Health (MPH) at the University of Debrecen with a thesis focus on maternal epidemiology. Proven track record in clinical governance, hospital administration, and infectious disease control within the Nigerian public sector, alongside private clinical practice. Certified in Clinical Trials and Occupational Health. Seeking to leverage medical expertise and public health training in Clinical Research, Medical Affairs, or Health Program Management roles in Europe.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Principal Medical Officer (Clinical Lead)
Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo(Full-Time)
01.2011 - 01.2024
- Clinical Leadership: Led a multidisciplinary team of doctors and nurses in the Family Medicine and Surgery units, overseeing patient intake, diagnosis, and treatment plans for high-volume daily caseloads.
- Surgical Expertise: Performed basic and intermediate surgical procedures, ensuring adherence to sterile techniques and reducing post-operative infection rates.
- Public Health Integration: Collaborated with the WHO State Coordinator to implement TB treatment protocols and disease prevention programs.
- Mentorship: Supervised and trained junior house officers and interns, conducting weekly clinical review meetings to improve quality of care.
- A tertiary government healthcare facility serving a regional population.
Head of Clinical Services
(Part-Time) Jaji Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Operational Management: Headed the Clinical Department, responsible for roster management, hiring, and performance review of clinical staff.
- Immunization Supervisor: Directed the Immunization Unit, coordinating vaccine supply chains and cold-chain logistics to achieve high coverage rates for pediatric vaccines.
- Clinical Mentorship: Mentored junior team members by providing guidance on best practices in their roles while fostering professional growth opportunities within the organization.
Clinical Lead
Ummah Clinic (Part-Time)
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Managed outpatient consultations and emergency cases, focusing on tropical medicine and preventive care.
- Led community health outreach programs focusing on maternal health and family planning counseling.
- Participated actively within departmental committees focused on enhancing clinical practice standards throughout the organization.
Education
MSc. - Public Health
University of Debrecen
Debrecen, Hungary01.2025
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
University of Maiduguri
Borno State, Nigeria01-2010
Skills
- Clinical Leadership: Hospital Management, Staff Supervision, Clinical Governance, Emergency Response
- Public Health: Epidemiology, Immunization Program Management, Disease Surveillance (WHO protocols)
- Research & Compliance: Clinical Trials (GCP), Pharmacovigilance, Health Safety & Environment (HSE)
- Technical: SPSS, Data Analysis, Medical Writing, Stakeholder Management
Affiliations
- Member: Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN)
- Member: Nigerian Medical Association (NMA)
- Former Secretary General: Association of Resident Doctors (ARD), Taraba State
Certification
- Clinical Research: Intensive Clinical Trial Training Course (University of Abuja)
- Epidemiology: Intro to Epidemiology for Global Health (University of Washington)
- Global Health: Global Health Policy (University of Washington)
- Safety: Global Executive Certificate in Health Safety and Environment (GECHSE)
- Management: Executive Diploma in Human Resource Management (EDHRM)
- Leadership: Emotional Intelligence for Leaders; International Conflict Resolution
- Emergency Skills: Basic Life Support (BLS), Trauma Life Support (TLS)
LANGUAGES
English: Professional Proficiency (C2)
Advanced (C1)
Hausa & Fulfulde: Native
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Head of Clinical Services
(Part-Time) Jaji Memorial Hospital
01.2020 - 01.2024
Clinical Lead
Ummah Clinic (Part-Time)
01.2016 - 01.2020
Principal Medical Officer (Clinical Lead)
Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo(Full-Time)
01.2011 - 01.2024
MSc. - Public Health
University of Debrecen
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MBBS
University of Maiduguri
REFERENCES
- Dr. Ismail Farouk Umar Former State Coordinator | World Health Organization (WHO), Taraba State Email: ismailfa@who.int | Phone: +234 803 618 3294
- Dr. Loh Ahmed Jatau Former HOD, Family Medicine Department | Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo Phone: +234 815 100 3488
- Dr. Umar A. Kawu Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service, Abuja Email: Kawuumarabba@gmail.com | Phone: +234 703 234 0330