Aaditya Verma
Lee’s Summit,United States of America
Summary
Board-certified physiatrist that is a US citizen with experience in inpatient and outpatient settings. Proficient in intraarticular injections, Botox chemodenervation, trigger point injections, nerve blocks, electrodiagnosis, and ultrasound-guided procedures. Currently seeking an opportunity to maintain skillset in both the inpatient and outpatient fields.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consulting Physiatrist
Medrina
Kansas City Metro Area
09.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: Formerly National Health Rehabilitation. Skilled nursing facility consulting physician for subacute and long-term care patients in need of Physiatry.
- Collaborated with nursing, therapy, and primary physicians to overcome barriers to recovery for patients in subacute rehab and to maximize functional independence for long-term care patients.
- Provided medical management for rehabilitation-relevant diagnoses including management of acute and chronic pain.
- Performed intraarticular injections, trigger point injections, and nerve blocks with ultrasound guidance.
General Physiatrist
Labette Health
Parsons, KS
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Primarily outpatient general physiatry practice, with inpatient coverage of the 7-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit when needed.
- Procedures included ultrasound-guided intraarticular injections, ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, trigger point injections, Botox for spasticity and chronic migraine prophylaxis, intrathecal baclofen pump refills and programming, and EMGs.
- Served as the medical director of Labette Health's outpatient rehabilitation facility, overseeing policies and procedures and ensuring that the utilization of rehab services was maximized to maintain the standard of care.
Time Off
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Took time off after residency to prepare for the ABPMR Part I examination.
Education
Residency - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas07.2017
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine -
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine At Midwestern University
Glendale05.2013
Masters of Science - Cellular and Molecular Biology
Tulane University
05.2009
Bachelors of Science - Biology
Washburn University
07.2008
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05.2006
Skills
- Chemodenervation: proficient with Botox for management of spasticity and of chronic migraines
- Intrathecal pump management: Familiar with programming, refilling, changing concentrations, and use of bridging doses for intrathecal baclofen pumps
- Image-guided procedures: performed ultrasound-guided injections for Botox chemodenervation, intra-articular injections, and nerve block procedures Completed parts 1 and 2 out of 3 of the AAPMR STEP Ultrasound program
- Electrodiagnosis with the use of nerve conduction studies and with electromyography Familiar with electromyography using both monopolar and concentric needles
- Training & Development: Created teaching presentations for didactic and curriculum during residency for both junior residents and for medical students
Affiliations
- Association of Academic Physiatrists
- Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Arkansas Medical Society
Certification
- American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Certified 01/01/18-12/31/28
Publications
- Abstract, Diagnosis of Thoracic Spinal Tumor Misattributed as Musculoskeletal Back Pain, Aaditya Verma, DO, Alexandra M. Rivera Vega, MD, Am J Phys Med Rehabil, 03/01/16, 95, 3 Suppl 1, a1-a122
- Article, Survey of Incidence of Injuries in Crossfit Training, Verma A, Vega AR, Med Sci Sports Exerc, 05/01/16, 48, 5 Suppl 1, 861
Volunteer Experience
- High School Football Sideline Physician, 07/01/15, 12/31/16
- Medical Team Volunteer, Little Rock Marathon, 03/06/16
Hobbies and Interests
- Running: participated in multiple 5K, 10K, half marathons, and one full marathon.
- Gardening: Grows native plants as well as vegetables
Lectures
- Grand Rounds: Wheelchair Measurements, 04/07/16
- Seminar on concussion evaluation, management, and return-to-play protocol, 12/10/15
- Anatomy, pathology, and cadaveric dissection of the pelvic, gluteal, and thigh musculature, 08/04/15
- Grand Rounds: Back Pain and 'Red Flag' Symptoms, 03/26/15
- Anatomy and pathology of the median nerve with associated NCS and EMG findings, 01/20/15
- Anatomy, pathology, and cadaveric dissection of the lumbar spine, 08/28/14
Languages
- English: native language
- Hindi: basic understanding
- Spanish: basic conversation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Consulting Physiatrist
Medrina
09.2021 - Current
General Physiatrist
Labette Health
09.2017 - 09.2021
Time Off
07.2017 - 09.2017
Residency - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
University of Arkansas For Medical Sciences
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine -
Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine At Midwestern University
Masters of Science - Cellular and Molecular Biology
Tulane University
Bachelors of Science - Biology
Washburn University
Creighton University
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