Stephie Agard

• Collaborated within a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, health aids, orderlies and housekeeping staff at the Harrison Point Isolation Facility in order to provide seamless treatment and isolation of all COVID-19 positive patients in Barbados.
• Managed not only the respiratory illness COVID-19 and its severe complications but also managed other systemic or chronic illnesses that may have occurred during isolation.
• Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital such as the pediatric, obstetric, surgical and specialty teams to provide high quality, comprehensive patient management and optimal care.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms to understand conditions and begin diagnostic processes.
• Performed bedside procedures such as venipuncture and placement of IVs and invasive lines such as arterial line and central venous lines
• Competency in managing and weaning intubated patients.

Medical ICU - Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Bridgetown

• Involved in multidisciplinary management of critically ill patients.
• Honing of skills involved in intubation, invasive line placement, use of ventilators for NIPPV and management of intubated patients

• Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and timely communication during consultations.
• Enhanced the quality of medical services by staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in general medicine through continuous education and training.
• Streamlined patient flow in the clinic by efficiently managing appointments, walk-ins, and triaging emergency cases.
• Developed personalized treatment plans for chronic disease management, resulting in better health outcomes for long-term patients.

• Provide urgent medical care for acute illnesses such as fractures, acute exacerbation of asthma, lacerations and myocardial infarctions to name a few
• Quick and timely referrals of critically ill patients for hospital management
• Diagnose, manage and follow-up patients with chronic illnesses
• Perform routine cancer screening
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and thorough followups.

• Improved patient care by meticulously documenting medical histories, physical examinations, and treatment plans.
• Assisted in surgical procedures for better patient outcomes and a deeper understanding of medical processes.
• Applied evidence-based medicine principles while devising treatment strategies leading to optimized patient outcomes.
• Worked closely with nursing staff ensuring seamless coordination in executing daily tasks resulting in improved patient experience.
• Enhanced diagnostic accuracy with thorough analysis of laboratory results and radiologic studies.
• Provided compassionate care to patients, addressing concerns and answering questions to ensure satisfaction.
• Developed strong rapport with patients, building trust through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
• Responded promptly to emergency situations with appropriate interventions according to established protocols.
• Supported senior physicians during rounds by taking notes, updating records, and facilitating communication between team members.

• Manufacture personalized braces, offloading booties, in soles and prosthetics for all children and adults within the public health care system.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
• Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital visit.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to identify patients who may benefit from our services and individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
• Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
• Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.