Dr. Janifer Tropez-Martin
Physician-Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Washington,DC
Summary
Seasoned Obstetrician/Gynecologist offering 14 years experience in educational leadership positions. Focused on building and enhancing relationships, meeting service needs and maintaining smooth administration of all department operations. Desire growth-oriented position in dynamic, and innovative environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chair of Academic Affairs and Research
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis, MD
11.2018 - Current
- Organize and oversee the multiple activities of the residency educational program in accordance with and as defined by the program requirements of the Residency Review Committee for Obstetrics and Gynecology (RRC) in order to ensure the highest quality education, and to obtain and maintain continuing program accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
- Define for the program’s sponsoring institution and department leadership the faculty, facilities, support services, equipment and educational resources necessary to create a learning environment maximally conducive to achieving the educational goals and objectives of the program and to maintain program accreditation
- Work effectively with the sponsoring institution’s Designated Institutional Official (DIO) to ensure the program’s compliance with all institutional accreditation expectations, to obtain necessary support and resource allocation for the program, and personally participate in the institution’s Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) and in any other assigned educational administrative activities at the institutional level
- Create and provide an educational experience that will enable resident physicians to obtain the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to practice Obstetrics and Gynecology independently and competently in the provision of health care to women
- Create and implement departmental faculty and staff continuing medical education (CME) curriculum annually
- Chair of Women’s and Children’s Academic Affairs Committee which assist in the administration and conduct of all residency program elements
- Participate in the selection and supervision of teaching staff and other program personnel at each outside institution or clinical site participating in the program
- Provide for the supervision of residents by teaching faculty through well- defined, explicit and agreed upon supervisory lines of patient care responsibility
- Design a process, where educationally and clinically appropriate, to credential residents to perform certain tasks or procedures independently in the care of patients
- Develop and conduct evaluation of the residents, faculty, and program as outlined by the program requirements of the Residency Review Committee for Obstetrics and Gynecology (RRC)
- Start and lead an ambulatory practice to satisfy the ambulatory longitudinal care experience for residency completion
- Resident recruitment, selection, promotion and dismissal
- Provide direction and guidance for the research project requirement for all residents
- Resident clinical supervision on the inpatient, outpatient, and surgical environments
- Development of 3rd year medical student inpatient clerkship rotation for George Washington University School of Medicine
- Provide obstetrical and gynecological care within the inpatient and outpatient setting to include: history and physical exams, consultative services, daily rounding services, discharge planning, non-stress tests, ultrasonography, gynecologic surgery, delivery of newborns, high risk obstetrics, ambulatory gynecologic care
- Provides medical and surgical care that is of high quality as judged by medical peers
- Provides collaborative practice agreement to midwifery practice
Medical Director
Maryland Physicians Care/Centene Corporation
Linthicum, MD
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Assisted the Vice President of Clinical Programs to direct and coordinate the physician component of the utilization management functions for the Medicare Organization Determination team that supports health plan business units
- Provided medical leadership for Medicare utilization management activities, Organizational Determinations, and medical review activities pertaining to utilization review, quality assurance, medical review of complex, and controversial or experimental medical services
- Performed case reviews and appeals for all health plans
- Facilitated rounds and case reviews with other clinicians and external treating providers
- Provided medical expertise in the operation of approved quality improvement and utilization management programs in accordance with regulatory, state, corporate, and accreditation requirements
- Identified clinical quality improvement studies to assist in reducing unwarranted variation in clinical practice in order to improve the quality and cost of care
- Reviewed claims involving complex, controversial, or unusual or new services in order to determine medical necessity and appropriate payment
Staff Physician
MedStar Washington Hospital, Women’s Wellness Center
Washington, DC
06.2016 - 12.2019
- Care of the obstetric patient including ambulatory and inpatient setting. Manage the care of women during and after pregnancy
- Care of gynecology conditions across the lifespan of women
- Analyze patient records and test results to diagnose conditions
- Recommend and administer specific treatments, including medication, surgical procedures, therapy, and more
- Communicate with patients to explain treatments, diagnoses, and test results
- Coordinate with other hospital or office staff, including nurses, specialists, and assistants
- Teaching responsibilities may include clinical training and supervision of medical students and residents
Medical Director
Louisiana Healthcare Connections/Centene Corporation
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Assisted the Vice President of Clinical Programs to direct and coordinate the physician component of the utilization management functions for the Medicare Organization Determination team that supports health plan business units
- Provided medical leadership for Medicare utilization management activities, Organizational Determinations, and medical review activities pertaining to utilization review, quality assurance, medical review of complex, and controversial or experimental medical services
- Performed case reviews and appeals for the corporation
- Facilitated rounds and case reviews with other clinicians and external treating providers
- In collaboration with the VP of Clinical Programs, developed clinical programs and approaches targeted to improve health outcomes for complex care and high acuity populations
- Assisted VP of Clinical Programs in planning, establishing goals and policies to improve quality and cost-effectiveness of care and service for members
- Provided medical expertise in the operation of approved quality improvement and utilization management programs in accordance with regulatory, state, corporate, and accreditation requirements
- Evaluated adverse trends in utilization of medical services, unusual provider practice patterns, and adequacy of benefit/payment components
- Reviewed claims involving complex, controversial, or unusual or new services in order to determine medical necessity and appropriate reimbursement
Assistant Professor/Clerkship Director-OBGYN
Tulane University School of Medicine
New Orleans, LA
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Supervised the education of third and fourth year medical students to the OBGYN department and clerkship
- Designed and implemented clerkship curriculum and objectives
- Developed and instituted pelvic examination, cytology and specimen collection simulation course
- Created gynecologic standardize patient teaching curriculum and evaluation methods
- Coordinated distant learning education and provide oversight for affiliated and rural clerkship rotations to ensure comparability across sites
- Prepared residents and faculty for their roles as teachers through teaching development sessions
- Provided academic counseling and career guidance to medical students
- Delivered lectures on gynecologic conditions to residents and students
- Conducted research and precepted resident research projects
- Applied cost effective teaching methods to develop student procedural skills
Assistant Professor
Tulane University School of Medicine
New Orleans, LA
10.2008 - 06.2016
- Supervised the clinical education of medical student and residents for the department of obstetrics and gynecology
- Provided direct care to obstetric and gynecologic patients
- Prepared residents and faculty for their roles as teachers through teaching development sessions
- Provided academic counseling and career guidance to residents and medical students
- Delivered lectures on gynecologic conditions to residents and medical students
- Provided board preparation sessions for students and residents
- Member of Medical School Curriculum Committee
Medical Consultant
Self-employed
New Orleans, LA
04.2011 - Current
- Organon - Provider trainer: Nexplanon contraceptive
- Centene Corporation - External Medical Director, Appeals and Utilization review
- Bioceptives, LLC - Biomedical product research and development
- Legal expert - civil and criminal case review
- 106.7 FM Radio - Host for women’s health and education series monthly during morning segment
Education
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Washington Hospital Center
07.2004 - 06.2008
M.D. - Medicine
Louisiana State University Health Science Center
New Orleans Louisiana 08.2000 - 05.2004
Master of Public Health - Health Systems Management
Tulane University School of Public Health
New Orleans, Louisiana 05.1999 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA 08.1996 - 05.1999
Skills
Planning and Coordination
Decision Making
Interpersonal Communication
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Curriculum Development
Lecturing
Affiliations
2011 – Current: Diplomat, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
2008 – Current: Association of Professors of Gynecology and Obstetrics 2004 – Current: American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology
2001 – 2020: National Medical Association
Additional Information
- AWARDS AND HONORS , June 2009 Martin L. Pernoll Outstanding & Dedicated Resident Teaching Award, Tulane University School of Medicine June 2008 Resident, Outstanding Adolescent Provider Award Washington Hospital
- RESEARCH 2019 – 2020 Sub- Investigator, “Doula supported labor to reduce disparities in NTSV C-section rates.” CareFirst ($100,000/year) Doula C.A.R.E (Compassion, Access, Respect, Education)
- 2013 – 2015 Advisor, Tulane University School of Medicine Effects of Health Literacy on Reported Contraceptive Use and Knowledge
- 2012 – 2014 Principal Investigator, Tulane University School of Medicine
Licensure
2016 – Current: Washington, District of Columbia Full Medical Licensure # MD044164
2008 – Current: State of Louisiana Full Medical Licensure #MD202024
2008 – Current State of Maryland Full Medical Licensure #D0067832
Timeline
Chair of Academic Affairs and Research
Anne Arundel Medical Center
11.2018 - Current
Medical Director
Maryland Physicians Care/Centene Corporation
10.2017 - 11.2018
Staff Physician
MedStar Washington Hospital, Women’s Wellness Center
06.2016 - 12.2019
Medical Director
Louisiana Healthcare Connections/Centene Corporation
08.2013 - 06.2016
Medical Consultant
Self-employed
04.2011 - Current
Assistant Professor/Clerkship Director-OBGYN
Tulane University School of Medicine
01.2009 - 01.2013
Assistant Professor
Tulane University School of Medicine
10.2008 - 06.2016
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Washington Hospital Center
07.2004 - 06.2008
M.D. - Medicine
Louisiana State University Health Science Center
08.2000 - 05.2004
Master of Public Health - Health Systems Management
Tulane University School of Public Health
05.1999 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Xavier University of Louisiana
08.1996 - 05.1999