Alfredo Jaume
Gainesville,MI
Summary
Proactive Regional Medical Director for14 years and Family Practice Physician with 41years post internship experience as well as extensive experience in strategic leadership, patient-centered care, and clinical staff supervision. Proven track record in improving healthcare operations and patient outcomes through evidence-based protocols and interdisciplinary collaboration. Highly skilled in patient care assessment, clinical education, and chronic disease management.
Medical licenses in Georgia from 1994 to present active.
Florida Medical license from 1980 to 1996
Hospital association with Northeast Medical Center
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Medical Director
Affinis Hospice
12.2010 - 07.2024
- Conducted regular site visits to assess operational efficiency, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions managing more than 20 calls , e-mails, faxes from patients , families and staff
- Enhanced regional medical performance by providing strategic leadership to multiple healthcare facilities.
- Cultivated a culture of patient-centered care by emphasizing the importance of empathy, communication, and personalized treatment plans.
- Supervised clinical staff, providing continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with key stakeholders for streamlined operations and improved patient outcomes.
- Conducted care strategy evaluations to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Interpreted laboratory and imaging results and provided recommendations to treat variety of medical disorders in respect to end of life issues wi
- Collaborated with facility administrators to implement best practices for efficient operations management across the assigned region.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based clinical protocols and guidelines comfort measures and compassionate care to patients and family.
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration among various departments for improved communication and coordinated care delivery.
Family Practice Physician
Longstreet Clinic
02.2010 - 06.2024
- Advised patients about diet and hygiene to prevent disease. Average patient daily visits 20-24
- Ordered x-rays, ultrasounds and laboratory tests.
- Prescribed and administered medication, therapy and treatment to prevent and treat illness, injury and disease.
- Conducted physical examinations to provide information needed for insurance coverage, admission to schools and consideration for jobs.
- Developed, implemented, evaluated and altered plans of care for patients.
- Remained up-to-speed with developments and best practices in medicine by attending timely conferences and seminars.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to evaluate treatment efficacy.
- Maintained patient information, medical histories, reports and examination results.
- Identified lifestyle, physical and nutritional problems to refer patients to appropriate on-site and off-site resources.
- Coordinated and consulted with various other specialists to treat high risk or complex patients.
- Administered recommended vaccinations to immunize patients from communicable diseases.
- Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development by attending conferences, workshops, and other educational events relevant to family medicine practice.
- Optimized prescription management by carefully considering medication interactions, side effects, and patient preferences.
- Performed minor surgical procedures when indicated, offering convenient access to essential services within family practice setting. Also joint injections.
- Educated patients on various health topics, empowering them to make informed decisions about their healthcare needs.
- Implemented successful strategies to address common barriers to care, such as language or cultural differences among diverse patient populations.
- Advised patients on importance of regular check-ups, screenings, and preventive care measures to maintain overall health and wellbeing.
- Administered vaccinations according to CDC guidelines, helping protect individual patients as well as community health overall.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust through open communication and active listening skills.
- Coordinated seamless transitions of care between primary care providers and specialists when necessary, ensuring cohesive management of complex cases.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and compassionate care in family practice setting. Also offered same to end of life patients as Medical director to hospice patients via Affinis Hospice
- Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records for all patients.
- Contributed to public health efforts through participation in screening events or disease prevention campaigns within community.
- Improved patient outcomes by staying current on latest medical research and incorporating evidence-based practices into treatments.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively, utilizing preventative care strategies and monitoring patient progress closely.
- Provided urgent care services as needed, addressing acute illnesses and injuries promptly and effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop personalized treatment plans for patients with complex health issues.
Urgent Care Physician
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
01.2007 - 02.2011
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, providing appropriate treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, leading to increased satisfaction scores and positive feedback for the clinic.
- Performed minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, and abscess drainage to expedite patient recovery times.
- Reduced wait times for patients with effective triage and prioritization of cases.
- Assisted with mobilization, ambulation and transport of patients. Managed more than 30 calls, faxes , e-mails from patients family members and staff
- Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health. Done on weekends as well as after office hours
Physician
Med-Link
10.2008 - 02.2010
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues and staff members, promoting teamwork within the workplace environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated patient referrals with specialists for optimal continuity of care throughout treatment process.
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily work routine, enhancing overall effectiveness of clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
- Promoted preventive healthcare practices among patients, reducing the overall burden of chronic diseases.
- Diagnosed complex cases by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately, ensuring timely intervention, daily visits of 22-24 patients as well as more than 20 calls daily for medical questions .
- Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
- Maintained compassionate bedside manner while communicating diagnoses and treatments with patients and their families.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnosis, leading to effective treatment strategies.
- Completed basic in-office procedures with local or topical anesthetic.
- Organized community outreach events to raise awareness about various health topics relevant to local populations. Delivered medical care to underserved population
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
Physician
Tower Medical Group
06.1983 - 08.1994
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Coordinated patient referrals with specialists for optimal continuity of care throughout treatment process.
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily work routine, enhancing overall effectiveness of clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions with over 30 incoming calls, e-mails faxes from staff and patients and families
- Provided culturally sensitive care for diverse patient populations, addressing unique healthcare concerns based on cultural background or beliefs.
- Diagnosed complex cases by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately, ensuring timely intervention.
- Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
- Served as a mentor to medical students and residents, fostering growth in clinical knowledge and skills.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively during emergency procedures, providing life-saving interventions when needed.
- Supervised physicians, mid-level practitioners and other health care providers and coordinated work.
- Maintained compassionate bedside manner while communicating diagnoses and treatments with patients and their families.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnosis, leading to effective treatment strategies.
- Completed basic in-office procedures with local or topical anesthetic.
- Supervised care given by other professional or non-professional personnel and instructed on proper techniques.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
Education
M.D. - Medicine/Surgery
Universidad De Zaragoza
Zaragoza, Spain05.1980
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Miami
Miami, FL06.1974
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Technician
Miami Dade College
Miami Beach01.1972
High School Diploma -
Miami Senior High School
Miami, FL05.1970
Skills
- Healthcare management
- Patient Care Assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED ( BLS and ALS 2024)
- Clinical education yearly CME's compliance over 50 hours yearly Board certification last in 2017 by AFP having done every 7 years since 1983, now Board eligible AFFP and NBPAS certified
- Clinical education certificate recognition Delivering High Quality Cardiovascular and /or Stroke Care 2021 - 2024, Certificate of recognition Delivering High Quality Diabetes Care 2021-2024
- EMR / EHR Epic and Centricity
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Expertise
- Telemedicine proficiency
- Surgical Skills minor office procedures , suture, joint injections/ aspiration , I&D
- End of life care
- Wound Care
- Pain Management
- Female Examinations
- Physical Examinations
- Urgent care experience
Affiliations
- GAFP AAFP
- Hospital affiliation NEGMC Gainesville , Ga
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Regional Medical Director
Affinis Hospice
12.2010 - 07.2024
Family Practice Physician
Longstreet Clinic
02.2010 - 06.2024
Physician
Med-Link
10.2008 - 02.2010
Urgent Care Physician
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
01.2007 - 02.2011
Physician
Tower Medical Group
06.1983 - 08.1994
M.D. - Medicine/Surgery
Universidad De Zaragoza
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Miami
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Technician
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
Miami Senior High School
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