PaulJKarroumMD
Internal Medicine • Staten Island, NYCritical Care Medicine
2025 Fellowship Applicant - AAMC ID: 14195765 | PGY 3 Internal Medicine Chief Resident Physician - Richmond University Medical Center
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Office
355 Bard Ave
Staten Island, NY 10310Phone+1 718-818-1234
Summary
- I am a dedicated Resident looking to specializing in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, with a strong background in quality improvement, patient safety, and medical education. As Quality Chief Resident, I am leading initiatives to enhance patient care, founding a Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) interest group, and advancing infection control practices. Skilled in various critical procedures, I am also an active educator and researcher with publications on pulmonary medicine, infection control, and bioprinting. I am passionate about improving patient outcomes and fostering continuous learning in the medical field.
Clinical Expertise
- Point-of-care ultrasonography, Epic, Meditech, Microsoft suite, Google suite, Staff collaboration, Video conferencing, Analytical thinking, Strong presentation skills
Education & Training
Richmond University Medical CenterResidency, Internal Medicine, 2022 - 2025- American University of Antigua College of MedicineBS, Human Health Sciences, 2017 - 2022
American University of Antigua College of MedicineClass of 2022, MD- Manhattan CollegeBachelors of Science, Chemistry, 2012 - 2016
- Manhattan CollegeBachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering, 2010 - 2014
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Internal Medicine Quality Improvement Resident Patient Safety Council, 2024
- Intern of the Year Richmond University Medical Center, 2022
- UpToDate Certified Trainer UpToDate, 2021
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 2 citationsThe Anterior Globus Pallidus Externus of Basal Ganglia as Primarily a Limbic and Associative Territory.Paul Saad, Karina S. Shendrik, Paul J. Karroum, Heela Azizi, Ayodeji Jolayemi
Cureus. 2020-12-02 - Unusual case of bullous emphysema with superimposed pneumonia.Tushar Ralhan, Inderbir Padda, Yashendra Sethi, Paul Karroum, Daniel Fabian
Radiology Case Reports. 2024-03-01 - Preventing aspiration incidents: redesigning inhalers for enhanced safety: A case study of coin aspiration.Paul J Karroum, Inderbir Padda, Gianpaolo Piccione, Razi Hashmi, Sophia Taik
Radiology Case Reports. 2024-06-01
Abstracts/Posters
- Medication Communication Through Teach-Back Method Among Patients with Cardiovascular Disease Admitted to the Telemetry UnitInderbir Padda, Arun Mahtani, Sneha Annie Sebastian, Maumita Das, Krishna Ruthra, Anusha Kavarthapu, Meena Farid, Daniel Fabian, Razi Hashmi, Paul J Karroum, GianPaulo..., Richmond University Medical Center Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Symposium, Staten Island, 4/25/2024
- Streamling Sterility: A Dual-Front Assault on Central Line and Catheter-Associated InfectionsPaul J Karroum, Inderbir Padda, Sharr Let Oo, Gianpaolo Piccione, Razi Hashmi, Sophia Taik, Daniel Fabian, Anusha Kavarthapu, Bhuvana Tantry, Sandra Vandenborn, Julian..., Richmond University Medical Center Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Symposium, Staten Island, 4/25/2024
- MRSA Infections 2022-2023; Understanding the Relationship Between Infection Control Strategies and the Occurrence of InfectionInderbir Padda, Mohammed Elmeligy, Razi Hashmi, Paul J Karroum, GianPaulo Piccione, Sneha Annie Sebastian, Rushaniya Umyarova, Sonam Chandi, Jessie Saverimuttu, Richmond University Medical Center Patient Safety and Quality Improvement Symposium, Staten Island, 4/25/2024
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Committees
- Stroke Audit Resident, Joint Commission Stroke Committee 2023 - Present
- Resident, CMS CLABSI / CAUTI Quality Improvement Initiative 2023 - Present
- Treasurer, House Staff Association 2023 - Present
- Resident Physician Liaison, Hospital Wide Quality Improvement Committee 2023 - Present
- Member, Patient Safety Council 2022 - Present
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Mechanical EngineersMember
- Phi Delta Epsilon Medical FraternityMember
- Society of Automotive EngineersMember
- American College of PhysiciansMember
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- Boy Scouts of AmericaEagle Scout
External Links
- LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/paulkarroum/
- Google Scholarhttps://scholar.google.com/citations?user=EmQ_7QQAAAAJ&hl=en
Reviews
Dr karroun was very pleasant and informative I felt much better about my concerns when my visit was over thank you so much
Very attentive and answered all my questions!
During my recent hospital stay, I was treated by Dr. K, who displayed exceptional professionalism and courtesy. His ability to blend humor into our conversations eased my nerves, and his thorough explanations about my medical condition helped me feel informed and comfortable. His attention to detail and care made me feel comfortable and helped my recovery. I highly recommend Dr. Karroum for his commendable patient care and medical expertise!
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