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Abby Cook, MSPAS, PA-C
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Highly skilled Physician Assistant with exceptional diagnostic skills and clinical acumen. Looking for new opportunity for growth as Physician Assistant. Compassionate healthcare provider and excellent problem solver. Self-starter and proficient multitasker. Experience with first assisting in OR.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant Hospitalist
Health First Cape Canaveral Hospital
Cape Canaveral, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- First Assisted in OR for open, laparoscopic ad robot assisted surgeries, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and assessments.
- Performed consults and created treatment plans including diagnostic testing, medications and follow up plans.
- Attended to patients postoperatively in clinic and online
Physician Assistant, 65D
United States Army Reserve
Anniston, AL
05.2015 - Current
- Administered aid to soldiers in emergency care, drew blood via venipuncture, and taught combat lifesaver skills to non-medical personnel within the Army.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Lead Instructor for Advanced Surgical PA Training Program
University of Alabama at Birmingham
12.2022 - Current
- Facilitated all activities in preparation for, during, and after training program
- 18 students from PA schools around the country are selected to go through 1 week training intensive, which includes the entire semester long surgical techniques curriculum compacted into 1 week; hours range from 7am-8pm
- Assisted in teaching suture techniques as well as instrument identification, incision and drainage, tumor excision, open and laparoscopic procedures in Pig Lab.
Supplemental Instructor for Pre-PA Society
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Taught students in Pre-PA society how to do simple and complex suture techniques as well as I&Ds and tumor excisions.
Supplemental Instructor for UAB PA Class of 2024
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated UAB PA Class of 2024 during surgical techniques during days off in clinicals
- Ensured proper technique when gowning and gloving, suturing, laparoscopic training, and open surgery.
Supplemental Instructor for Pharmacology
University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Created PowerPoints for and presented to UAB Class of 2024 that included review and questions to facilitate learning in Pharmacology.
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
American Family Care
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Triaged and discharged patients, took vital signs, documented in EMR, administered injections, and provided breathing treatments, drew blood via venipuncture, and tested blood for various illnesses.
Education
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, ALBachelor of Science, University Studies -
Auburn University
Auburn, ALSkills
- Curriculum Development
- Documentation Requirements
- Performance Monitoring
- Facilities Management
- Mentoring
- Community Outreach
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teaching Strategies
- Project Coordination
Accomplishments
Physician Assistant Education Association Future Educator Fellow
Licensure And Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support, Birmingham, AL, BLS Provider, 07/2024-present
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, Birmingham, AL, ACLS Provider, 07/2024-present
- Robotics Da Vinci Surgical System, First Assistant, 08/2024
- Alabama PA License 2323, Expires 12.31.2024
- Florida PA License PA911817, Expires 1.31.2026
- California PA License PA64663, Expires 4.30.2026
- DEA license MC8811867, Expires 8.31.2026
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Physician Assistants, Member, 2021-present
Honors And Awards
Future Educator Fellowship- Physician Assistant Education Association, Presented October 2023 at PAEA conference in New Orleans, LA, Increasing Surgical Training in PA Programs, Presented on the increasing need for surgical training during didactic curriculum for successful clinical rotations in general surgery or surgery electives, as well as an increase for opportunity in jobs after graduating from PA school
Leadership Experience
Treasurer- UAB Physician Assistant Program, 11/2021-12/2023
Publications
Intrauterine Device Usage and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes in Women of Childbearing Age: A Narrative Review, The Artemis, Issue 7, Summer 2023, https://files.constantcontact.com/95278109001/caf9e185-adb8-4cae-b340-df79f8943b7a.pdf
References
- Dr. Michael Rosemore, DO, Encompass Health Lakeshore Rehabilitation Hospital, 3800 Ridgeway Drive, Birmingham, AL, 35209, (205) 868-2000, mrosemore@aol.com
- Stacie Bullock, CRNP, Urology Centers of Alabama, 3485 Independence Drive, Homewood, AL, 35209, (205) 930-0920, sbullock@urologyal.com
- Katlyn Norris, PA-C, Cahaba Family Medicine, 1303 Washington Street, Marion, AL, 36756, (205)835-1070, Katlyn.norris@cahabamedicalcare.com
- Dina DeMarco, PA-C, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1716 9th Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35233, 205-996-2157, ddemarco@uab.edu
Affiliations
- American Association of Physician Assistant
- Physician Assistant Education Association
Certification
Certified Physician Assistant, PA-C
ACLS
BLS
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
“Don’t walk in front of me… I may not follow
Don’t walk behind me… I may not lead
Walk beside me… just be my friend”
Albert Camus
Interests
Hiking
Writing
Coffee and Books
Timeline
Physician Assistant Hospitalist
Health First Cape Canaveral Hospital
06.2024 - Current
Supplemental Instructor for UAB PA Class of 2024
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2023 - 08.2023
Supplemental Instructor for Pharmacology
University of Alabama at Birmingham
01.2023 - 08.2023
Lead Instructor for Advanced Surgical PA Training Program
University of Alabama at Birmingham
12.2022 - Current
Supplemental Instructor for Pre-PA Society
University of Alabama at Birmingham
05.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
American Family Care
07.2017 - 04.2018
Physician Assistant, 65D
United States Army Reserve
05.2015 - Current
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor of Science, University Studies -
Auburn University
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