PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
I
am the Head Embryologist in Concept Fertility Centre (Australia) C/O Damai Service
Hospital (HQ). My
knowledge and skills include recovery, identification and culture of oocytes
and embryos, good micromanipulation abilities, cryopreservation of oocytes,
embryos and semen using both slow freezing and vitrification procedure and the
knowledge in preparation and processing of semen and testicular biopsy samples.
Apart
from having the practical laboratory skills, I have continuously kept abreast
with the latest and contemporary methods by attended workshops and
seminars. Together with my career and
experience, it has given me the ability to think and work both independently
and with minimal supervision. As part of a successful team, my flexibility and
adaptability attitudes have helped me in working closely with several doctors,
both locally and abroad. I believe in
being professional with manual dexterity, care and attention to details have
always been essential to achieve the desired results. It has always been a
requirement to follow and adapt protocols in an efficient manner, as well as to
keep good records of all procedures and results.
Besides being a highly organized,
professional and dedicated person, I am also able to handle multiple
assignments and to maintain my focus in a demanding working environment, under
deadline and pressure conditions. In short, I always have a positive attitude
towards my work and people around me.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
2001 – Present
Chief Embryologist
Concept Fertility Centre (Australia)
C/O Damai Service
Hospital (HQ)
109-119, Jalan Ipoh
51200 Kuala Lumpur
Responsibilities
Semenology
· Perform routine semen analysis and test preparation
(according to WHO guidelines)
· Preparation of fresh and cryopreserved sperm for
intrauterine insemination (IUI), IVF and ICSI procedures
· Preparation and processing of sample from retrogade
ejaculation
· Preparation of fresh and cryopreserved sample from
PESA, MESA and
TESA for intra-cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) procedure
· Cryopreservation and thawing of semen samples
· Antisperm antibody testing
· Management of sperm bank
· Management of sperm donor bank
· Consultations with patients regarding issues related
to semenology
Embryology
· Identification and grading of oocytes (transvaginal
and laparoscopic), culture of oocytes and insemination (IVF and ICSI)
· Embryo assessment, handling, culture and transfer
(uterine and laparoscopic), up until day 3 transfer or blastocyst transfer (day
5 or 6)
· Cryopreservation and thawing of embryos
· Micromanipulation abilities in ICSI procedure,
assisted hatching and embryo biopsy
· Management of oocytes and embryos donation
· Consultations with patients regarding issues related
to embryology
General duties
· Laboratory and equipment maintenance including
routine cleaning, washing, sterilizing, ordering supplies and waste disposal
· Ensuring the day-to-day running of the laboratory is
in accordance with GLP guidelines, including purchasing, inventory,
cataloguing, maintenance and use of equipments
· Cytotoxicity and pyrogen testing
· Participation in internal and external quality
control schemes; complying to ISO 9001 quality assurance programme
· Maintenance of liquid nitrogen dewars and supplies
· Upkeep of up-to-date service records and proper
filing of user manual
· To train, develop, and manage the personnel
· Participation in marketing programs through editorial
write-ups, public education campaign or seminars, and attending conferences or
exhibitions both locally and abroad
· To conduct patient educational sessions to help
patients to understand issues pertaining to fertility and reproduction
EDUCATION & ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
2001
The University of Western
Australia
(Concept Fertility Centre, Perth)
Post-Graduate Certificate in
Embryology
1998 – 2001
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
(The National
University of Malaysia)
Bachelor of Science Degree
in Microbiology
With Second Class Honours (Upper
Division)
1996 – 1997
Sekolah Menengah Tinggi Setapak, Kuala Lumpur
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
5 Principles
1990 – 1995
Sekolah Menengah Wangsa Maju
Seksyen 2, Kuala Lumpur
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
Pass with Grade 1
Penilaian Menengah Rendah (PMR)
Pass with Distinction
1986 – 1989
Sekolah Rendah Wangsa Jaya, Kuala Lumpur
Ujian Penilaian Sekolah Rendah
(UPSR)
Pass with Distinction
1984 – 1985
Sekolah Rendah Jenis Kebangsaan
Jalan Peel, Kuala Lumpur
SKILLS
Language
a) Written : Bahasa Melayu, English
b) Spoken : Bahasa
Melayu, English, Cantonese, Mandarin
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
1. Excellent communication skills
2. Assimilate information quickly
3. Follow procedures and direction diligently and
maintain attention to detail
4. Competent in the use of molecular biological
techniques, including gene manipulation using recombinant DNA techniques
5. Experienced and competent in the use of microscope,
both inverted and compound stereo microscopes
6. Competent in the use of Microsoft Word
7. Competent in the use of Microsoft Excel
8. Competent in the use of Microsoft Power Point
9. Ability to translate materials from Bahasa Melayu to
English and vice versa
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of birth : 3rd July
1978
Place of birth : Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Age : 30 years old
Nationality : Malaysian
Race : Chinese
Sex : Female
Marital status : Married (No children)
Hobbies : Philatelic, reading, listening to
music and travelling