Advancing patient care where medicine meets technology.

Dr. Luka Jovanović Foundation Doctor & Clinical Researcher

[LOO-kah yo-VAH-no-vich]

Foundation Year 2 Doctor (PGY-2 equivalent) Clinical Researcher Published Author

A Cambridge-trained physician dedicated to enhancing patient care through clinical research and hands-on innovation. Based at Lister Hospital in Stevenage, I serve the Hertfordshire community by applying my expertise in trauma management and evidence-based medicine to improve emergency outcomes across the East of England.

6 Clinical Rotations
5 Publications
2 Years Foundation Training
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University Education
Cambridge Medicine MB BChir (2017-2023)
NHS Hospital
NHS Foundation Doctor Lister Hospital
Research Publications
5 Publications Peer-reviewed research

About

I am a Cambridge-trained doctor with a dual passion for clinical medicine and technological innovation. My work focuses on identifying inefficiencies in healthcare and building practical solutions that directly improve patient outcomes and clinician workflows.

At Lister Hospital in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, I developed a Python-based rota webscraper that converts complex shift schedules into .ics calendar files, helping colleagues across East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust sync their rotas seamlessly. This blend of hands-on clinical experience across six specialties—from Emergency Medicine to Trauma & Orthopaedics—and technical problem-solving allows me to identify practical solutions to everyday healthcare challenges in the East of England region.

Through six diverse clinical rotations—from high-pressure Emergency Medicine to complex Trauma & Orthopaedics—I've honed my ability to make critical decisions while maintaining compassionate care. Each specialty has strengthened my clinical acumen: managing acute presentations, performing emergency procedures, and leading multidisciplinary teams.

My research contributions reflect this dual focus on clinical impact and innovation. With five peer-reviewed publications, including systematic reviews that influence practice guidelines, I'm committed to evidence-based medicine.

2+ Years Foundation Training
5 Peer-reviewed Publications
6 Clinical Specialties
50+ Emergency Procedures

NHS Clinical Experience & Medical Training

Foundation Programme rotations in emergency medicine, surgery, and acute care at Lister Hospital

Foundation Year 2 Doctor (US: PGY-2, EU: 2nd Year Resident)

Lister Hospital, ENHerts NHS Trust 2024 - Present

Trauma & OrthopaedicsApr - Aug 2025 Emergency MedicineDec 2024 - Apr 2025 General PracticeAug - Dec 2024
  • Managed diverse emergency presentations including cardiac arrests, major trauma, and sepsis
  • Gained experience in emergency procedures under supervision
  • Contributed to efficient patient flow through timely assessments and decision-making
  • Conducted comprehensive GP consultations across diverse patient demographics

Foundation Year 1 Doctor (US: PGY-1, EU: 1st Year Resident)

Lister Hospital, ENHerts NHS Trust 2023 - 2024

Geriatric MedicineApr - Aug 2024 Respiratory MedicineDec 2023 - Apr 2024 General SurgeryAug - Dec 2023
  • Managed ward of 230+ patients as sole doctor during night shifts
  • Performed surgical assists including laparoscopic procedures and emergency operations
  • Developed Python rota webscraper for .ics calendar conversion (adopted department-wide)
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiative for VTE prophylaxis compliance
  • Received 3 excellence reports for exceptional patient care and team leadership

Clinical Competencies

Emergency Medicine

  • Emergency assessment and triage
  • Acute patient stabilization
  • Basic life support procedures
  • Point-of-care ultrasound
  • Clinical decision-making under pressure

Surgical Experience

  • Surgical assisting (laparoscopic & open)
  • Suturing and wound management
  • Fracture assessment and management
  • Joint examination and aspiration
  • Local anaesthetic administration

Clinical Leadership

  • Ward management during night shifts
  • Multidisciplinary team coordination
  • Complex discharge planning
  • Patient and family communication
  • Quality improvement initiatives

Medical Research & Clinical Publications

Contributing to emergency medicine and healthcare innovation through evidence-based research

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Research Projects
Review Article

Toward the Clinical Translation of Implantable Brain–Computer Interfaces for Motor Impairment: Research Trends and Outcome Measures

Dohle, E., Swanson, E., Jovanović, L., Yusuf, S., Thompson, L., Horsfall, H. L., Muirhead, W., Bashford, L., Brannigan, J.

Advanced Science, 2025

Service Evaluation

A Service Evaluation of the Operative Length of Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Associated Procedures

Mather, T., Jovanović, L., et al.

Cureus, 2025

Journal Article

Assessing and Managing Soft Tissue Knee Injuries in the Emergency Department

Gompels, B., McCarron, L., Jovanović, L., et al.

CJEM, 2024

Preprint

Outcome Measures in Implantable Brain-Computer Interface Research: A Systematic Review

Dohle, E., Swanson, E., Yusuf, S., Jovanović, L., et al.

medRxiv, 2024

Systematic Review

Human Spinal Cord Tissue is an Underutilised Resource in Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy

Dohle, E., Beardall, S., Chang, A., Corral Mena, K. P., Jovanović, L., et al.

Acta Neurochirurgica, 2023

Research Experience

Undergraduate Research Student

Department of Pharmacology, University of Cambridge • 2019 - 2020

Part of MB BChir clinical studies

  • Investigated predictive DNA damage markers in triple-negative breast cancer
  • Utilized immunofluorescence and confocal microscopy techniques
  • Analyzed data using R and created visualizations with ggplot2
  • Prepared publication-ready figures using Adobe Illustrator

Clinical Researcher & Data Analyst

University of Cambridge & NHS Practice • Ongoing

Systematic reviews, service evaluations, and clinical data analysis

  • Contributed to several systematic reviews, undertaking literature screening and data extraction
  • Extracted and analysed raw clinical database data for service evaluations
  • Conducted multivariate analysis to assess factors influencing GIRFT-aligned metrics
  • Created publication-quality graphs and visualisations using ggplot2 and Python libraries
  • Worked with multidisciplinary research teams throughout medical training and practice
  • Co-authored peer-reviewed publications across multiple journals

Education

University of Cambridge

MB BChir Medicine

University of Cambridge

2017 - 2023

Activities & Achievements:

  • Cambridge University Rugby: Competed at a high level for the university team, balancing elite sport with the demands of medical training.
  • Friends of Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF): Active member supporting global health initiatives.
University of Cambridge

MA (Cantab) Pharmacology

University of Cambridge

2019 - 2020

Upper Second Class Honours (2:i) • Intercalated degree

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

A-Levels

Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys

2010 - 2017

A* Chemistry A* Biology A Mathematics

Activities:

  • Saracens Rugby Academy (2014 - 2015)
  • Kent County Rugby Union Football Club (2012 - 2017)

Technical Skills

Clinical competencies enhanced by digital health capabilities

Clinical Competencies

Emergency Medicine Acute Patient Management Clinical Procedures Patient Assessment MDT Collaboration Clinical Audit Quality Improvement Patient Safety

Digital Health & Programming

Python
Healthcare automation & data analysis
R
Statistical analysis & visualization
Java
Application development

Clinical Research Tools

Systematic Review Meta-analysis SPSS REDCap LaTeX ggplot2 Git Version Control Clinical Trial Design

Laboratory Techniques

Immunofluorescence Confocal Microscopy Cell Culture Western Blotting PCR Techniques Flow Cytometry

Professional Software

Electronic Health Records MS Office Suite Adobe Creative Suite Mendeley Notion Obsidian

Languages

English Native proficiency
Croatian/Serbian Native proficiency

Excellence & Recognition

"Very hard working and committed to his role. Genuinely cares for patients and is happy to go the extra mile to improve their care. Extremely kind and polite to staff and patients. A pleasure to work with."

Colleague

"First and foremost a great colleague and has been incredibly helpful during take. Sound clinical knowledge and very focused clerking."

Colleague

Clinical Audit Experience

NELA: Timeline from Emergency Department to Operating Room (2023)

  • Assessed patient care pathway from emergency department to operating room
  • Evaluated time-critical interventions and identified bottlenecks
  • Gained experience in clinical audit processes and healthcare data analysis
  • Contributed to quality improvement recommendations

Professional Development

Continuous learning and professional growth

Courses & Certifications

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Resuscitation Council UK • 2025

Teaching & Leadership

Medical Student Teaching

Bedside teaching for Cambridge clinical students • 2024

Junior Doctor Mentoring

Supporting FY1 doctors during induction • 2024

Specialty Interests

Emergency Medicine Trauma & Orthopaedics Acute Medicine Critical Care Digital Health Innovation

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Professional Information

GMC Number: 8002497
Status: Full registration with licence to practise
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK

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