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Abbie Siebenhaar
Syracuse,UT
Summary
Dynamic Physician Assistant with extensive experience at Utah Gastroenterology, adept at conducting comprehensive patient assessments and managing complex gastrointestinal conditions. Skilled in interpreting diagnostic tests and educating patients, while demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and effective collaboration with healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality care and fostering a supportive environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Utah Gastroenterology/GI Alliance
Cottonwood Heights, UT
10.2015 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine gastrointestinal health needs seeing up to 25 patient per day
- Collaborated with physicians, dieticians and nursing staff to develop and implement effective treatment plans in order to optimize care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests including labs, stool studies, imaging, pathology, etc.
- Managed treatment plans for patients with complicated Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, and liver disorders/diseases in addition to other GI conditions
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications and medication adherence
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Mentored newly hired Physician Assistants within the practice, helping them acclimate to their roles effectively while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Physician Assistant
Arizona Center for Digestive Health
Gilbert, AZ
01.2012 - 05.2015
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine gastrointestinal health needs in both an outpatient and inpatient setting.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other hospital staff to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
- Performed inpatient consultations/dictations, follow-ups, and daily rounds in the evaluation, diagnosis, management, and treatment of digestive disorders including: IBD, diverticulitis, colitis, cirrhosis, hepatitis, pancreatitis, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, choledocholithiasis, small bowel obstruction, anemia, abdominal masses, GI tract malignancies, etc.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests including labs, stool studies, imaging, pathology, etc.
- Assist in PEG-tube placement and removal using the pull-technique.
- Education and instruction of patients in results of testing, pathology, and management of disease.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
- Optimized time management skills to prioritize urgent cases while maintaining high-quality care for all patients.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
AT Still University
Mesa, AZ08-2011
Bachelor of Science -
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT2006
Skills
- Patient history documentation
- Patient management/Educating patients
- Medical diagnosis
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Interpreting radiology results
- Managing prescription refills
- Physical examination
- Diagnosing conditions
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Electronic medical records
Certification
- BLS: Current
- ACLS: Current
- The Nation Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA): Active
- Utah Physician Assistant Licensing Board: Active
Interests
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Utah Gastroenterology/GI Alliance
10.2015 - Current
Physician Assistant
Arizona Center for Digestive Health
01.2012 - 05.2015
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
AT Still University
Bachelor of Science -
Brigham Young University