Carmen Navas
Guayaquil,G
Summary
Third-year Radiology Resident at Alcívar Hospital–UIDE, Ecuador, with extensive clinical and academic experience in MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray. Completed an international observership at Jackson Memorial Hospital, University of Miami (2017). Proficient in English (B2, certified) with experience managing international patients. Actively engaged in research, case presentations, and continuous professional development, with a focus on musculoskeletal and neuroradiology. Seeking to enhance clinical expertise and subspecialty knowledge through an observership.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Resident – Musculoskeletal and Neuroradiology Focus
Alcívar Hospital – UIDE
Guayaquil, Provincia Del Guayas
04.2023 - Current
- Interpret and report MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray studies with a focus on musculoskeletal and neuroradiology.
- Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations in multiple specialties: musculoskeletal, thoracic, abdominal, obstetric-gynecologic, body imaging, pediatric, breast, and interventional procedures.
- Present clinical-radiological cases in staff meetings and academic sessions.
- Contribute to research projects, literature reviews, and case studies.
- Assist in workflow optimization and academic coordination for the residency program.
- Active participant and presenter in national and international radiology congresses.
Ship Physician /Medical Officer
Silversea Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, and other operators
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered medical care to international patients, including US and European guests.
- Coordinated reports and communication with English-speaking medical teams during disembarkations.
- Developed advanced skills in multicultural communication and high-standard medical protocols.
- Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively during emergency procedures, providing life-saving interventions when needed.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
- Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility, adhering to strict infection control measures and reporting potential hazards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and streamline communication.
- Contributed to successful accreditation reviews by maintaining up-to-date knowledge on regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to improve access to preventive healthcare services and enhance overall population health.
- Implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care, maximizing available resources for optimal results.
- Reviewed and updated patient medical records for accuracy and completeness, ensuring high-quality documentation.
- Improved patient satisfaction with personalized care and attention to detail.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
International Radiology Observership
Jackson Memorial Hospital – University of Miami
Miami, Florida
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Completed rotations in multiple areas: musculoskeletal, abdominal, obstetric-gynecologic, body imaging, thoracic, pediatric, breast imaging, and interventional radiology.
- Assisted in interventional procedures and participated in daily case discussions.
Education
Radiology Residency - Radiology
Alcívar Hospital – Universidad Internacional Del Ecuador (UIDE)
Guayaquil, Ecuador01.2027
Master’s Degree - Occupational Health and Safety
Universidad Del Pacífico
Guayaquil, Ecuador01.2022
USMLE Step 1 -
Kaplan Medical
Miami, Florida01.2016
M.D. - General Medicine
Universidad De Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador07.2015
Skills
- MRI, CT, ultrasound , X-ray interpretation and reporting
- Effective communication
- Strong teamwork
- Adaptability in high-pressure clinical settings
Research Publications And Academic Activities
Findings in cerebral CT angiography, Valle C, Pinto E, Pazmiño P, Navas C, Gallo J, Celi S., Actas Médicas (Ecuador), 05/08/2025, https://actasmedicas.ec/index.php/am/article/view/231, Diagnostic concordance of meniscal lesions between imaging and arthroscopic findings using D. Stoller and ISAKOS classifications, Valle C, Celi S, Gallo J, Zea J, González P, Navas C., Actas Médicas (Ecuador), 12/14/2024, https://actasmedicas.ec/index.php/am/article/view/217, Association between histopathological results of fusion US-MRI guided and systematic ultrasound prostate biopsies for prostate cancer diagnosis, Valle A, Valle C, Navas C, Gallo J, Endara E, Pazmiño P, et al., Actas Médicas (Ecuador), 06/19/2024, https://actasmedicas.ec/index.php/am/article/view/174, Measurement of acetabular version angle in 3D vs. 2D models using computed tomography images in patients with coxarthrosis, Valle C, Villalba P, Celi S, Pazmiño P, Navas C, Gallo J., Actas Médicas (Ecuador), 12/10/2023, https://actasmedicas.ec/index.php/am/article/view/146, Application of the Standardized Bone-RADS Scoring System in a Case Series of Bone Tumors, Colombian Radiology Congress, Digital Exhibition, 05/2025, Clinical and Imaging Case Presentations: Imaging Diagnosis of Septo-Optic Dysplasia: Case Report, Alcívar Hospital Medical Conference, 11/2024, Association Between Histopathological Results of Fusion US-MRI Guided and Systematic Ultrasound Prostate Biopsies for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis, Alcívar Hospital Medical Conference, Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador, 11/2023, Laparoscopic Resolution of an Infected Mesenteric Cyst, XXIX Medical Conference “Dr. Gaetano Leone Stay,” Alcívar Hospital, Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador, 11/2018, Ecuadorian Congress of Radiology and Imaging, Speaker and Moderator, 10/2023, RSNA Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois, USA, 11/2024, 48th Colombian Congress of Radiology, Bogotá, Colombia, 05/2025, 6th Breast Imaging Course, Medellín, Colombia, 08/2024, Women’s Imaging Symposium, Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador, 04/2023
Skills And Languages
Native, Upper-Intermediate (B2, certified) – proficient in medical and academic communication, MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray interpretation and reporting, Musculoskeletal, abdominal, breast, thoracic, pediatric, interventional, and body imaging, Microsoft Office, Zoom, Teams, basic PACS/RIS systems, Effective communication with multicultural and international teams, Strong teamwork and adaptability in high-pressure clinical settings
Clinical And Academic Experience
- Radiology Resident – Musculoskeletal and Neuroradiology Focus, Alcívar Hospital – UIDE, Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador, 04/2023, Present, Interpret and report MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray studies with a focus on musculoskeletal and neuroradiology., Perform diagnostic ultrasound examinations in multiple specialties: musculoskeletal, thoracic, abdominal, obstetric-gynecologic, body imaging, pediatric, breast, and interventional procedures., Present clinical-radiological cases in staff meetings and academic sessions., Contribute to research projects, literature reviews, and case studies., Assist in workflow optimization and academic coordination for the residency program., Active participant and presenter in national and international radiology congresses.
- International Radiology Observership, Jackson Memorial Hospital – University of Miami, Miami, Florida, USA, 04/2017, 06/2017, Completed rotations in multiple subspecialties: musculoskeletal, abdominal, obstetric-gynecologic, body imaging, thoracic, pediatric, breast imaging, and interventional radiology., Assisted in interventional procedures and participated in daily case discussions.
- Ship Physician /Medical Officer, Silversea Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, and other operators, Galápagos Islands, Ecuador, 01/2019, 12/2023, Delivered medical care to international patients, including US and European guests., Coordinated reports and communication with English-speaking medical teams during disembarkations., Developed advanced skills in multicultural communication and high-standard medical protocols.
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Timeline
Radiology Resident – Musculoskeletal and Neuroradiology Focus
Alcívar Hospital – UIDE
04.2023 - Current
Ship Physician /Medical Officer
Silversea Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, and other operators
01.2019 - 01.2023
International Radiology Observership
Jackson Memorial Hospital – University of Miami
04.2017 - 06.2017
USMLE Step 1 -
Kaplan Medical
Radiology Residency - Radiology
Alcívar Hospital – Universidad Internacional Del Ecuador (UIDE)
Master’s Degree - Occupational Health and Safety
Universidad Del Pacífico
M.D. - General Medicine
Universidad De Guayaquil
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