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Street Address Pinecone CourtBowie, MD Street Address
Phone: PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLEProfessional SummaryAn assertive but pleasant Physician Assistant. I began my career in Emergency Medicine, followed by Occupational and Geriatric Medicine. I possess more than 25+ years in Internal Medicine/Primary Care the basis of all medicine. I also have experience in Family Practice, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Chronic Pain, Pre/Post Surgical Evaluation, and Addiction Medicine. I have a bachelor degree in Psychology, and had a secret clearance.Employment HistoryPhysician Assistant02/2022 Present Yoh Speciality Practices Laurel, MDA provider in a medical clinic provided by Johns Hopkins Medical Center. A fruit and vegetable factory of over 2000 employees. I handled acute and chronic medical problems, as well as injuries; rotating between two shifts. I also performed Covid-19 tests using PCR, and QuickVue. Dispensed medication as needed. Used the electronic medical record to document treatment, and work status of the employee.Physician Assistant03/2018 - 03/2019Walter Reed National Medical CenterBethesda, MDA provider in the Neurosurgery Department. I performed initial evaluations on patients (obtaining a medical history, performing a neurological examination, reviewing MRI's/CT's/X-rays) and informed the patient if they were a surgical candidate. If they were agreeable to surgery, they would be scheduled to see a neurosurgeon.Otherwise, I advised them to be evaluated by other nonsurgical modalities (physical therapy, pain management, chiropractor, etc.). Once a surgical date was made I performed a pre-surgical history and physical exam, and ordered a CXR and pertinent labs. Monitored the results for any abnormalities, notifying the surgeon if necessary. I performed post-surgical evaluations (observed the surgical site, removed staples/sutures, and evaluated the patients pain). I was a provider involved with Telemed, providing care to military members and their families from different parts ofthe country. I documented in the electronic medical record, and attended all hospital and department meetings.Physician Assistant Certified (PAC)07/2016 - 10/2018Xpress Medical SpecialtiesGlenn Dale, MDTreated patients with chronic, severe pain. Such as back pain due to traumatic injury or DJD, laminectomy or fusion, Neck pain, Tib/Fib. Fractures, Rotator Cuff Tears, mobility challenged patients=disabled or wheelchair bound. I performed a history and physical examination. Prescribed appropriate medications, including narcotics (short & long acting), muscle relaxants, nsaids, etc. Referred to physical therapy, orthopedics,acupuncture, aqua therapy, or chiropractor. Made referrals to nuclear medicine forMRI's/CT/ or X-rays when necessary. Encouraged patients to continue with their PCP and/or treatment provided by other medical specialists.Physician Assistant Certified (Temporary)11/2015 - 03/2016Family PracticeGlenn Dale, MDFamily Practice/Internal Medicine. I collected the history, performed the physical exam, ordered appropriate labs/X-rays/EKG, made referrals, provided patient education & wrote prescriptions. Informed the support staff what medical treatment was needed.Documented in the electronic medical record. Treated adolescents & adults.Physician Assistant (Temporary)10/2014 - 01/2015Healthfair Plus PCClearwater, FLProvided health screenings to geriatric clients aboard a Rite Aid mobile van in different cities in Maryland. Encouraged clients to continue with their Primary Care Provider.Provided patient education.Health Supervisor (Seasonal)06/2014 - 07/2014Prince George's Community CollegeLargo, MDSupervised & implemented the health program procedures for The Prince George's Community College 2014 Summer Youth Program. Reviewed all health forms, & made parental notification as needed to meet state guidelines. Provided medical care oradvice daily to campers ages 7-17.Physician Assistant09/2010 - 05/2014Wexford Health SourcesColumbia, MDA Provider who evaluated & treated inmates in 2 areas at Jessup Correctional Institution. The Medical Dispensary (sick call & emergencies), and Jessup Regional Infirmary (inmates who returned after surgical procedures before returning to their jail in the Jessup region, and provided daily medical care to those who are permanently housed at JRI). Performed history and physical exams, ordered labs and prescribed medications in the electronic medical record. Also made referrals, and collaborated with other disciplines of medicine internally or externally. Performed many Orthopedic duties (ordered X-rays, casting/splinting joints. Attended monthly quality assurance meetings, and obtained necessary yearly continuing medical education hours.Employed by Correctional Medical Services, and Corizon.Physician Assistant (Part Time)04/2008 - 12/2009Fit for Life Medical Center, Inc.Lanham, MDExamined, diagnosed, and treated medical and emotional illnesses. Obtained the compliant, a medical history, and performed a physical examination. Ordered laboratory tests/x-rays, interpreted the test results, and informed the patient of the results. Counseled and educated the patient on the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. Wrote orders, and prescriptions. Informed support staff of plan of care for each patient. Documented the visit in the electronic medical record. Made referrals, and collaborated with other disciplines of medicine and external health agencies.Completed health forms as needed. Worked as a team member: reviewed other patients test results and notified the patient regarding the follow-up visit.Physician Assistant02/2009 - 08/2009Addiction, Prevention, & Recovery AdministrationWashington, DCAdmitted Alcohol, Heroin, Cocaine, and PCP abusers into a detoxification facility. Obtained a medical history, and performed a physical exam. These clients had other comorbidities such as Schizophrenia, Depression, Manic Depression, Anxiety, Hypertension, Diabetes, Asthma, etc. Treated their withdrawal signs and symptoms, and other medical problems. A team member that taught measures to assist withprevention of usage/addiction, and provided external referrals (in/out patient).Physician Assistant06/1989 - 02/2007Kaiser Permanente1011 North Capital Street, NE,Washington, DCAn Internal Medicine provider, with a case load of 600 patients. Obtained a medical history, and performed a physical exam. Treated chronic medical problems (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Thyroid Diseases, and Asthma, etc.), performed preventative medicine (complete physical exams, pap smears, taught Self Breast exams; ordered mammograms, colonoscopies, CXR, labs, and vaccinations). I performed acute care= viruses, URIs, asthma attacks, chest and abdominal pain, and injuries. Counseled, and educated each member about their health problem(s). Multi- tasked by treating multiple patients at a time. Orthopedic experience= ordering x-rays, splinting/casting. Phone calls to give test results to patients that were not available at time of visit. Consulted with other specialties, and had close contact with D.C. Health Department. A "Champion" - represented the health plan to different companies andtheir employees. Supervision of clinic assistants, and directed registered nurses on plan of care. Very familiar with HIPPA guidelines, and the electronic chart.Physician Assistant11/1987 - 06/1989Washington Center for Aging ServicesWashington, DCObtained medical histories, and performed physical exams on geriatric residents. Supervised and instructed the physical assessment of geriatric patients to Masters Program RN's; and evaluated and documented their competency. Diagnosed and treated occupational injuries, and illnesses of the employees. Performed physicalexams, and ordered and interpreted labs for new employees.Physician Assistant09/1986 - 11/1987District of Columbia General HospitalMassachusetts Ave., SE,Washington, DCAssigned to all 3 areas of The Emergency Room: Minor Trauma, Stretcher Side, and Walk-in. Obtained a medical history, and performed a physical exam on every patient. Diagnosed and treated chronic medical problems (Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Asthma, Thyroid Disease, etc.), and acute medical problems (Viruses, URIs, injuries, and drug over doses). Handled emotional illnesses (Schizophrenia, Depression, Mania, Anxiety, etc.). Utilized suture, venipuncture, IV lines, EKG, nasal gastric tube insertions. Ordered labs/x-rays and interpreted the results. Consulted with specialist, and referred when needed. Informed the patient of all test results, prescribed medication, and reviewed the discharge summary (providing the diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Follow HIPPA guidelines, and attended allhospital or department meetings.Education HistoryIssuing InstitutionDegree ReceivedCourse of StudyHoward UniversityBachelor's DegreePhysician AssistantNorth Carolina Central UniversityBachelor's DegreePsychologyLicensesCertification TitleIssuing OrganizationCompletion DateExpiration DateCPRAmerican Heart Association09/202109/2023Physician Assistant LicenseMaryland Board of Physicians06/202106/2023Physician Assistant LicenseDistrict of Columbia- Board of Medicine01/202112/2022NCCPA CertificationNCCPA08/201508/2025 |
