ALEJANDRO R. GONZALEZ BALLAGAS
Miami Lakes,FL
Summary
Podiatrist specializing in healthcare and treatment of foot and ankle conditions. Demonstrated expertise in offering preventive measures and treatment for specific problems. Effectively diagnosed conditions and root causes of problems to create personalized treatment plans. Passionate about effectively resolving issues for patients to minimize discomfort and maximize outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Miami Foot Center
Miami, Florida
07.2016
- Diagnosed foot conditions and deformities by reviewing medical history, X-rays and laboratory test results
- Consulted patients to offer treatment options and foot care techniques to resolve issues and prevent future problems
- Prescribed treatment regimens using medications, physical therapy, orthotic devices or surgery
- Surgically treated foot and ankle deformities and injuries
- Performed surgery to treat conditions such as ingrown nails, tumors, cysts and abscesses
- Entered patient notes in electronic records system and organized necessary reporting documentation
- Analyzed tests and screenings to develop effective treatment plans for patients
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Registered First Surgical Assistant
Mercy Hospital And Bayside Ambulatory Center
Miami, Florida
11.2004 - 06.2010
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields
- Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels
- Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid
- Clamped, ligated or cauterized blood vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures or electrocautery equipment
- Applied sutures, staples or other materials to close skin, facial or subcutaneous wound layers
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
Emergency Technician
Kendall Regional Medcal Center
Miami, Florida
03.2004 - 11.2004
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records
- Collected basic samples such as blood, urine and stool, labeling specimens properly and transferring to laboratory for testing
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
General Surgeon
Amalia Simoni General Hospital
Camaguey, Cuba
08.1994 - 02.2004
- Conducted various common surgical procedures such as appendectomies, hemorrhoidectomies, inguinal hernia and other abdominal surgeries to restore health in patients.
- Performed minor, outpatient surgical procedures.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Analyzed patients' medical histories, medication allergies, physical conditions and examination results to determine best procedure.
- Made informed decisions of therapeutic intervention based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence and clinical judgment.
- Operated on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries and prevent and treat diseases.
- Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.
General Medicine Doctor
Hospital Municipal Sierra De Cubitas
Camaguey, Cuba
08.1988 - 02.1990
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body.
- Wrote medical prescriptions, detailing side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert of potential issues.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
Education
DPM -
Podiatry
Barry University
07.2014
M.D. - General Medicine
Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas
Camaguey, Cuba08.1988
Skills
- Cultural awareness
- Interpersonal Communication
- Responsible
- Bilingual
- Maintenance & Repair
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking
- Teambuilding
- Self-motivated professional
- Good listening skills
- Collaboration
- Wound Care
- Disease Diagnosis
- Experienced General Surgeon
- Experienced General Medicine Doctor
- Experienced in Traumatology
Certification
- Licensed Doctor of Podiatric Medicine - 03/31/2022-03/31/2024
- Certified American Board of Podiatric Medicine, Certificate No. 5904 - 12/31/2020-12/31/2030
Timeline
Miami Foot Center
07.2016
Registered First Surgical Assistant
Mercy Hospital And Bayside Ambulatory Center
11.2004 - 06.2010
Emergency Technician
Kendall Regional Medcal Center
03.2004 - 11.2004
General Surgeon
Amalia Simoni General Hospital
08.1994 - 02.2004
General Medicine Doctor
Hospital Municipal Sierra De Cubitas
08.1988 - 02.1990
DPM -
Podiatry
Barry University
M.D. - General Medicine
Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas