Areas of expertise

• Dr. Umme Mezbah Akhter is a highly motivated and experienced Specialist specializing in Transfusion Medicine, with a strong passion for patient care and education. She is skilled in performing a wide range of transfusion-related procedures, managing blood component preparation, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Her expertise extends to serological testing, blood donor management, and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy for various conditions.
• Dr. Mezba is particularly proficient in therapeutic plasma exchange, peripheral blood stem cell collection, and various serological tests related to transfusion practice. She is also recognized for her work in PRP therapy, particularly in treating diabetic foot disease and bed sores. Additionally, she has substantial experience in clinical transfusion practice and blood donor management.
• Before joining Evercare Hospital Chattogram, Dr. Akhter served as an Assistant Professor at Khulna City Medical College Hospital in the Department of Transfusion Medicine from December 2022. In this role, she was responsible for the transfusion of red cell concentrates, FFP, cryoprecipitate, and platelet concentrates. She also managed and investigated transfusion reactions, monitored blood component preparation and screening tests, and provided donor care, counseling, and motivation. Dr. Akhter also performed cross-matching and other serological tests related to transfusion practice, while delivering lectures to undergraduate students.
• Her previous roles include serving as an Honorary Medical Officer in various positions from 2013 to 2014, a Lecturer in the Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics from 2011 to 2012, and a Medical Officer in the Department of Internal Medicine from 2008 to 2009.
• Dr. Mezba completed her MD in Transfusion Medicine at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) from March 2016 to January 2022. She also holds an MBBS degree from the Medical College for Women and Hospital, earned in 2007. In addition to her formal education, she has completed hands-on training in phlebotomy at Queens Hospital in Romford, organized by Maxis Health Care UK. She also earned a Certificate Course in Diabetology (CCD) from BIRDEM General Hospital's Endocrinology Department and completed Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) training at BIRDEM General Hospital's Critical Care Medicine Department.