CTP Participants

Chiamaka Queen Ikpe Ezeiruaku
Chiamaka Queen Ikpe Ezeiruaku has more than five years’ experience providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients in both private and government health organizations.

Earning scholarships through her academic excellence, she believes[...]

in giving back to her community. Fuelled by a passion for medicine and a dedication to helping people, she has utilized her healthcare skills in volunteer health outreaches.

To give back to her profession, Chiamaka has acted as an internal auditor and mentor at the Medical Women’s Association of Nigeria. She also looks forward to mentoring International Medical Graduates like herself on navigating the terrain of licensure as well as life outside medicine.

When not at work, she can be found volunteering at Alberta Health Services, contemporary and salsa dancing, drawing, or taking long walks.

Henry Asoro
Passionate about improving healthcare outcomes, I leverage five years of diverse experience in both rural and urban settings to care for and empower individuals toward healthier lives. As a dedicated health advocate, I deliver compassionate, comprehensive,[...]
and holistic care. Committed to excellence and driven by empathy, my goal is to make a significant impact on the lives of those I serve, merging expertise, compassion, and dedication to spark positive changes in healthcare, one patient at a time.

As a prolific learner, I consistently seek to broaden my horizons through skill transfer, integration, and cultural immersion. This enriches my perspective as a healthcare provider, enabling me to approach patient care with a deeper understanding of diverse backgrounds.

Kanwal Iqbal
My name is Kanwal Iqbal. I have experience working with multidisciplinary healthcare teams delivering comprehensive services to women and children. Dedicated to this patient population, I am a firm believer in life-long learning to improve care delivery.

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Pakistan, I have significant experience caring for patients with a variety of health issues. I am recognized for my strong communication skills with patients and colleagues alike. I am also known for my commitment to health innovation to improve patient safety and quality of care.

My life’s journey brings me to Canada where I wish to contribute my skills to its health system and to improve health outcomes. To satisfy my curiosity and expand my knowledge, I am often found watching videos and reading articles on medical innovation.

Midhat Al-Zubaidi
Midhat Al-Zubaidi is a respected healthcare leader with more than 20 years’ experience. He has dedicated his career to providing compassionate care and improving the health of countless individuals.

Known for showing initiative, early in his[...]

career he collaborated with local organizations to maximize resources and to improve access to healthcare services and preventive measures.

One of his most significant achievements came during the COVID-19 pandemic. As the world faced unprecedented challenges, Midhat played a pivotal role in leading a team that successfully mitigated the spread of the virus. Through strategic planning and proactive measures, he and his team ensured that their facility remained a haven, with minimal infection rates.

Recognized for his healthcare expertise and compassion, Midhat is driven by his unwavering dedication to serve the community. Looking to utilize his leadership skills and knowledge, he looks forward to continuing to pursue professional excellence in Alberta’s health system.

Muzhgan
Muzhgan is a dedicated and compassionate health professional committed to providing optimal care to her patients. Throughout her career, she has been passionate about preventive medicine and empowering her patients to take control of their health.

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believes in building strong, trusting relationships with patients, and providing personalized care tailored to their individual needs. She is actively involved in medical research and education, striving to advance the field of medicine.

Muzhgan is eager to further develop her clinical skills and continue her journey of lifelong learning. To achieve the best health outcomes for patients, she is an ardent advocate for comprehensive, patient-centered care, health equity and social justice. She is excited to embark on the next chapter of her career and looks forward to making positive changes in the lives of patients.

Oluwatomisin
Tomi is driven to improve health outcomes of individuals and to reduce loss of manhours and resources in organizations and communities due to poor health. With eight years of experience in the healthcare field, she has contributed to prevention of diseases[...]
and treatment of illnesses in communities and clinics.

She is passionate about health equity and availability of care for all. Every day, she brings her empathy, leadership skills, teamwork and attention to detail to her work to make a positive impact on those around her.

Outside of her professional duties, she finds joy in exploring the world around her, broadening her perspective, and deepening her understanding of diverse cultures. This enriches her approach to patient care, appreciating unique backgrounds and experiences that influence each individual's health journey.

Tomi actively seeks opportunities to bolster healthcare standards and community service.

Sanaa El Homsi
I am a dedicated healthcare professional with more than 10 years’ experience working with children from birth to adolescence, managing their well-being and health. I have had the opportunity to care for children in Lebanon, France, and Saudi Arabia.[...]
Regardless of their country of origin, unfortunately some children face devastating health issues.

I have a comprehensive understanding of medical principles combined with practical skills to care for children. With empathy, I have managed patients with sickle cell disease and cancer. In the neonatal care unit, I cared for the youngest babies while easing the worry of their families.

My depth of experience matches my depth of commitment to working with children and youth.
I am dedicated to ongoing professional development to stay abreast of advances in care. Now, living in Canada, I am motivated to continue to bring my experience, skills and compassion to children and their families.

Sandra James
My name is Sandra James and through my four and a half years of experience in the healthcare industry, I have enhanced patient outcomes through a comprehensive understanding of disease processes and proactive preventive measures.

After graduating,[...]

I worked in oncology honing my clinical skills and gaining practical experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic procedures.

My career is marked by a strong commitment to promoting health education and facilitating seamless patient experiences. As a leader, I guided a project team to establish a new hospital chemotherapy unit, completing the task in an efficient timeframe of just three months through our collaborative efforts.

I am an active volunteer with St. John Ambulance, which allows me to give back to my community while applying my skills in real-time emergency scenarios.

Oluwaseyi Ibukun
Oluwaseyi (Seyi) Ibukun underwent a traumatic experience at the age of nine when he lost his younger brother to sickle cell disease. This event ignited within him a fervent determination to aid individuals to attain peak health regardless of the obstacles.

Driven[...]

by his unwavering passion for women’s health, Seyi provided care for patients in obstetrics and gynaecology. A dedicated clinician, he served thousands of patients in acute care and community settings.

Seyi is recognized for his exceptional leadership qualities and has experience in overseeing the seamless functioning of his hospital department and the training of staff. Hallmarks of his leadership include strong interpersonal skills and his commitment to his colleagues. But he is most proud of his creative thinking approach to improving care and services.

Presently residing in Canada, he eagerly anticipates contributing significantly to enhancing the health of Canadians and its health system.

Veronica Gavidia
Veronica Gavidia is an excellent listener. Using active listening skills, she helps people with their health and general wellbeing by hearing their concerns and applying her healthcare knowledge and empathy to treat acute and chronic health problems.[...]

A calming presence in emergency and high stress situations, Veronica has experience working in hospital and low-resource settings to provide care to patients with a wide range of concerns.

She was recognized for excellence as one of the first responders in a specialized hospital during the COVID 19 pandemic. She was responsible for taking medical history, monitoring critically ill patients, and providing basic medical assessments.

She is passionate about continuous learning for professional development. In fact, she recently earned lifesaving certificates in BLS and ACLS. She is actively looking to apply her skills and experience in Alberta’s health system.

Victoria
Victoria helps patients prevent and diminish the complications of disease. With a focus on neuroscience, she has worked in research and clinical settings where she was dedicated to improving the quality of life of patients through a holistic approach.[...]

She has devoted her career to advancing our understanding of the brain and improving the lives of individuals affected by neurological and psychiatric conditions. With a deep commitment to compassionate care and a relentless drive for knowledge, Victoria embodies the spirit of innovation and empathy in the field of neuroscience.

As a colleague, she is known for critical thinking, self-motivation, eagerness, collaboration, attention to detail.

Victoria is eager to bring her experiences and skills together with the Canadian health system.

Abiola Adewale
Abiola Adewale is a passionate healthcare professional who provides exceptional care to improve the lives of her patients. With more than 15 years of experience in oncology across three African countries, she is committed to helping patients achieve optimal[...]
health and wellness.

Abiola played a pivotal role in establishing several oncology hospitals in Africa and is eager to contribute to successful cancer treatment through critical thinking, research, and compassionate service. Her research focuses on identifying patterns and root causes of specific cancers in populations, evaluating the effectiveness of treatment methods, and developing solutions to address the psychosocial distress encountered by cancer patients in Africa, particularly women.

She is steadfast in delivering ethical trials and in health record maintenance. She has extensive knowledge of good clinical practice guidelines and review board protocols.

Her expertise and commitment make her an invaluable asset to any research team.

Adanna Ijoma
Adanna Ijoma is a patient-centered international medical graduate with more than five years of experience, including independent general practice and postgraduate training in anesthesia. She has demonstrated her ability to work competently in fast-paced[...]
settings while upholding ethical standards, and she has provided professional care to a variety of population groups in both rural and urban communities.

She is passionate about offering patients expert medical care to mitigate the inequalities in healthcare access in remote and underprivileged regions, ultimately enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes.

As a member of the Alberta International Medical Graduates Association, she is actively pursuing her career options in Canada to utilize her skills and experience in Alberta’s health system.

Adewole
I am Adewole, a health care professional with more than seven years’ experience helping people achieve comprehensive wellness after experiencing trauma. I consider this a meaningful achievement given the minimal resources available in the underdeveloped[...]
region where I provided care. With a focus on improving health, I pursued postgraduate education in Evaluation in Global Health. Armed with this foundation, I helped organizations in developing countries to achieve patient wellness. In developed countries, I helped healthcare providers to manage resources while achieving outstanding patient care using technologies. Seeing the value of technology in health, I have further developed my technological skills to support wellness. I have developed an app that help people with writing medical grants and working on several other patient-centered projects. When I am not at work, I can be found in volleyball and soccer clubs.