Name

Dr Ashvirni Gilbeth

What is your medical specialty 

Emergency Medicine

What hospital do you currently work in

Tipperary University Hospital

Favourite things about your job

Being present at critical moments, teamwork under pressure, continuous growth.

When did you know you wanted to pursue a career within healthcare

I knew I wanted to pursue a career in healthcare during my teenage years when I volunteered with a soup kitchen in Malaysia. I met individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty, many of whom were struggling with untreated medical conditions.

Seeing how closely health was tied to social circumstances made a lasting impression on me. It made me realise that healthcare is not just about treating illness, but about dignity, access, and advocacy. That experience shaped my decision to study medicine and continues to influence how I practise today.

What is the most recent RCSI CPD course you've done - has it helped you in clinical practice?

The most recent RCSI CPD course I completed was the Emergency Ultrasound Course, which has been directly applicable in clinical practice. It strengthened my skills in point-of-care ultrasound, allowing me to perform focused assessments such as FAST scans, lung and cardiac views, and ultrasound-guided procedures safely and efficiently. This has improved bedside diagnostic accuracy, expedited decision-making in acute and emergency settings, and enhanced patient safety during interventions, while also increasing my confidence in communicating findings to the multidisciplinary team

What do you do in your spare time to unwind from work?

In my spare time, I enjoy practicing Pilates, which helps me relax and stay physically active. I also like reading to unwind and expand my knowledge, and I’ve been learning Norwegian, which challenges my mind in a fun and rewarding way outside of work.

What book would you recommend to other NCHDs and why (could be work related/non-work)?

I would recommend When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi. It’s a deeply moving memoir by a neurosurgeon facing terminal illness, reflecting on life, mortality, and what it means to be a doctor and a human being. For NCHDs, it’s a powerful reminder of empathy, patient-centred care, and the importance of finding meaning in both our work and our lives. 

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