Alexander Attard Littschwager

I am a committed Medical Officer with experience as a Basic Specialist Trainee in Paediatric Medicine and Pathology (Haematology), with an interest in Sport Medicine. With a steadfast dedication to excellence, I prioritize delivering exceptional patient care with professionalism and positivity. My experience not only encompasses training at Mater Dei Hospital but includes significant roles as an Occupational Therapist and Manager at SportMalta. Proficient in communication, organization, and mentoring, I am driven by a continuous pursuit of growth and excellence in all endeavors.

• European Paediatric Life Support, European Resuscitation Council, Malta – MAY 2023
• Advanced Life Support, European Resuscitation Council, Malta – SEP 2021
• Neonatal Life Support, European Resuscitation Council, Malta – NOV 2021
• Football Trauma Course – Level 1, Malta Football Association, Malta – MAY 2023
• Immediate Care in Rugby – Level 2, World Rugby Federation – MAY 2023

Vital Skills courses on Child Care

• Gave a presentation, in my capacity as an occupational therapist, entitled The Advantages of a Water-based Sport Programme as part of the Management Plan in Paediatic Occupational Therapy to the Maltese Association of Occupational Therapists – JAN 2019
• Gave a presentation, in my capacity as an occupational therapist and sports instructor, entitled Basic Skills required to Teach Swimming, Teaching Swimming to Children – Refresher Course, and Teaching Swimming to Children with Special Needs to the instructors forming part of SportMalta – JUN 2017, JUN 2018, May 2019
• Gave a presentation, in my capacity as a paediatric trainee, occupational therapist and sports instructor, entitled Teaching Functional Abilities through Swimming to Children with Special Needs to the teachers and manager at Inspire Foundation, Malta (2023)

• RCPCH Conference Glasgow 23rd - 25th May, Virtual attendance – May 2023
• RCPCH Adolescent Health Conference 9th-10th November, Virtual attendance – NOV 2022
• RCPCH Conference Liverpool 28-30th June, Virtual attendance – JUN 2022
• Maltese Cardiology Conferences (2017, 2018, 2019)
• Exercise Induced Asthma, National Pool Sports Complex, Gzira – FEB 2017
• World Cancer Day 2017 - Inspire Action, Take Action – FEB 2017
• Assistive Technologies of Independent Living – MAR 2015
• An MDT Approach with Stroke Survivors – OCT 2014
• Sexuality and Mental Health – MAR 2014

• Assessment of Acute Pain Management in Children admitted to the Paediatrics Emergency Department” – Supervisor – Ms. Julie Galea (Consultant Paediatric Surgery) – SEP 2022
• Currently carrying out an Audit with Dr. N. Debattista (HST Paediatrics), Dr. R. Shaw(HST Paediatrics), and Dr. C. Sciberras (BST Paediatrics) on NPICU care

Communication Skills:

• Effective communicator with a blend of academic studies and professional experiences.
• Skilled in empathetic listening, particularly adept at calming anxious individuals.
• Continuously improving dialogue approach through practical experience and mentorship.
• Recognize the importance of empathy in healthcare settings for comprehensive patient care.

Organizational and Managerial Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to handle heavy responsibilities for providing comprehensive patient care.
• Ensured proper follow-up and coordination of services.

Job Related Skills:

• Proficient in administration, report writing, and secretarial tasks.
• Experienced in mentoring and leadership roles, facilitating learning for medical students and coaching staff.
• Applied counseling skills in various professional settings.
• Proficient in kinesiotaping techniques for sports-related therapy.

• Dr. Peter Ferry (Consultant in Geriatrics) – Karen Grech Rehabilitation Hospital
• Dr. Franco Camilleri (Consultant in Rheumatology) – Mater Dei Hospital
• Dr. Petr Lipavsky (Consultant in Emergency Medicine) – Gozo General Hospital
• Dr. Konrad Borg (Consultant in Emergency Medicine) – Mater Dei Hospital

(Please find all previous older reference letters attached)

• Sportsman – Prior to my retirement as a national team player in both Judo and water polo, I attended numerous local and internation events and produced substantial results including representation as a Judo practitioner in the Youth Olympic games and representation as a key player as part of the national water polo team in obtaining a silver and gold medals in the Commonwealth games (2014) and Six Nations Tournament (2015)
• Team Doctor – Currently, I participate as match doctor for several football and rugby tournaments in Malta and, when needed, travel occasionally as team doctor with them for tournaments abroad