Hello, I’m Alla Ogneva Dahlheim.
I am a medical doctor by training and an English teacher with over 7 years of experience. I specialise in Medical English, OET and IELTS preparation, helping healthcare professionals, students and people planning to study, work or move to an English-speaking country.
My main area of expertise is preparing doctors and other healthcare professionals for OET, especially the Writing sub-test. OET Writing is often one of the most challenging parts of the exam because strong English alone is not enough. Candidates need to know how to select relevant clinical information, organise a letter clearly, and communicate in a way that meets the assessment criteria. In my lessons, we work with realistic clinical cases and exam-style tasks.
I help students write referral letters, discharge letters and other types of medical correspondence, understand the OET assessment criteria, avoid common mistakes, and make their writing clear, professional and accurate. My medical background helps me understand the professional context my students work in.
I have a background in healthcare, completed my internship in Therapy/Internal Medicine, and did my residency in Nephrology. This means I understand clinical reasoning, medical logic and professional communication — all of which are essential for OET preparation. In addition to OET, I prepare students for IELTS Academic and General Training for university admission, immigration and professional goals.
At the beginning of our work together, I assess your current level, explain the exam format, identify your weak points and create a clear preparation plan. We work on Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking, as well as practical strategies that help you feel more confident on exam day.
I currently live in Brazil and am planning to move to England, so the topic of international careers, adaptation and professional development abroad is very close to me. I understand how many questions, doubts and worries can come with this journey.
My goal is to make your exam preparation clear, calm and effective. No chaos, no unnecessary stress and no endless random materials. Instead, you get structure, practical tasks, honest feedback and support at every stage.
If you are preparing for OET, IELTS or want to improve your Medical English, you can start with a trial lesson. We will discuss your goal, assess your current level and create a study plan that works for you.
Alla Dahlheim