PAULINA ZAMBRA ROJAS
Medical Doctor
Coquimbo
Summary
Highly accomplished, empathetic, and results-driven Geriatrician and Internal Medicine Specialist with a decade of experience within the public health system. As a dedicated professional, I have successfully managed complex patient cases and fostered strong interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient outcomes. I spearheaded the project to establish one of the first ten Acute Geriatric Units in Chile, showcasing exceptional leadership and project management skills in a challenging environment. I am committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to older adults.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Post-graduate Educator
Universidad Católica del Norte
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and delivered lectures and clinical training for postgraduate medical residents.
- Mentored residents in diagnostic reasoning, treatment planning, and patient management.
- Evaluated resident performance and provided constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
- Residency: 2023 – Present & Internal Medicine Residency: 2016 – Present
Chief Doctor, Acute Geriatric Unit
Hospital San Pablo
08.2018 - Current
- Led and managed the Acute Geriatric Unit, ensuring high standards of patient care for older adults.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment plans and patient outcomes.
- Implemented best practices in geriatric care, contributing to improved departmental efficiency.
Undergraduate Educator
Universidad Católica del Norte
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Taught and supervised medical students in Internal Medicine rotations.
- Facilitated learning of core medical concepts and clinical skills.
- Residency: 2016 – 2018
Attending Physician, Internal Medicine Department
Hospital San Pablo
01.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided comprehensive medical care to adult patients within the Internal Medicine Department.
- Diagnosed and treated a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with colleagues on complex cases and participated in departmental rounds.
Education
SIOG Advanced Course - Geriatric Oncology
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
Diploma - Management of Public and Private Health Organizations
Eclass - Universidad de los Andes
Sub-specialty - Geriatric Medicine
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Specialty - Internal Medicine
Universidad Católica del Norte
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) - undefined
Universidad Católica del Norte
Skills
- Clinical Expertise: Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Acute Geriatric Care, Frailty Prevention, Oncogeriatrics
- Medical Leadership: Unit Management, Team Coordination, Clinical Training
- Teaching & Mentorship: Postgraduate and Undergraduate Medical Education, Curriculum Development
- Languages: Spanish (Native), English (Intermediate - Spoken and Written)
Affiliations
- SIOG – International Society of Geriatric Oncology | August 2024 - Present
- SGGCh - Sociedad de Geriatría y Gerontología de Chile | September 2018 - Present
- Colegio Médico de Chile | RCM: 40663-5, November 2017 - Present
Publications
- Author, Chapters: "Aspects of Functionality - Dependency" and "Geriatrics: What it is and its contribution to the care of older people" in the book "How to Live Well for 100 Years" (Ediciones UC) | Santiago, Chile | 2016
- Clinical Internship, Acute Geriatric Unit, Orthopaedics and Geriatrics Unit and Falls Unit | Hospital Universitario de Getafe | Madrid, Spain | October - November 2015
Training
- SIOG Annual Conference | Montreal, Canada | 2024
- 2nd Workshop SGGCh: Oncogeriatrics | Chilean Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology | Puerto Varas, Chile | 2019
- Workshop: "Emotional Management and Leadership" (1st Version for Health Professionals) | Summer School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Católica del Norte | Coquimbo, Chile | 2019
- E-learning Course "Tools for Process Management" | Teleduc, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile | Santiago, Chile | 2018
- Training Course for Monitors in Exercise Prescription (VIVIFRAIL) | DIABFRAIL-LATAM project, Faculty of Medicine, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile | Santiago, Chile | 2018
- 1st Workshop SGGCh: Update on Neurocognitive Disorders | Chilean Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology | Villarrica, Chile | 2018
- TNT Course (Total Nutrition Therapy) Nutrition in Geriatrics | Chilean Society of Geriatrics and Gerontology - Abbott Laboratories | Santiago, Chile | 2014
Timeline
Post-graduate Educator
Universidad Católica del Norte
01.2023 - Current
Chief Doctor, Acute Geriatric Unit
Hospital San Pablo
08.2018 - Current
Undergraduate Educator
Universidad Católica del Norte
01.2016 - 01.2018
Attending Physician, Internal Medicine Department
Hospital San Pablo
01.2016 - 07.2017
Diploma - Management of Public and Private Health Organizations
Eclass - Universidad de los Andes
Sub-specialty - Geriatric Medicine
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Specialty - Internal Medicine
Universidad Católica del Norte
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) - undefined
Universidad Católica del Norte
SIOG Advanced Course - Geriatric Oncology
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
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