ALICIA CARLSON
Summary
Seasoned, energetic physician assistant bringing 20 years of orthopedic surgery experience in an educational, clinical, and surgical atmosphere. I am dedicated to providing excellent patient care and improving patient outcomes in the clinical and surgical setting.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Mayo Clinic
01.2014 - Current
- Current PA supervisor over looking 18 PAs including coordinating schedules, coverage, overseeing the hiring process for new PAs, and orienting new PA hires
- 1st assist in surgical case 2-3 days per week including ORIF foot/ankle fractures, forefoot reconstruction, arthrodesis of forefoot/midfoot / hindfoot /ankle, total ankle arthroplasty, transtibial amputations, transmetatarsal amputations, toe amputations, and diabetic foot wound debridement
- evaluate and treat 30-40 patients per week in clinic
- perform history and physical examination for foot and ankle related injuries
- order and interpret diagnostic testing including lab work, plain radiographs, and advanced imaging ( MRI, CT scan, bone scan, etc)
- coordinate and schedule team surgeries
- provide patient education on current diagnosis and treatment plan based on current evidence based medicine
- participate in education for our orthopedic surgery residents and PA students
- provide on-call coverage for the emergency department, inpatient management, and urgent surgical cases for our orthopedic department
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing timely and accurate diagnosis of orthopedic conditions.
- Stay current with advancements in orthopedic surgery techniques, attending conferences and participating in ongoing professional development opportunities.
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
DuPage Medical Group, General Orthopedics
06.2013 - 12.2013
- 1st assist in surgical case 2-3 days per week including shoulder arthroscopy, ORIF upper extremity fractures, rotator cuff repairs
- evaluate and treat approximately 30 patients per day in clinic
- perform history and physical examination for upper extremity related injuries
- order and interpret diagnostic testing including lab work, plain radiographs, and advanced imaging ( MRI, CT scan, bone scan, etc)
- provide patient education on current diagnosis and treatment plan based on current evidence based medicine
- participate in education for PA students
- provide on-call coverage for the emergency department, inpatient management, and urgent surgical cases for our orthopedic department
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Spine Consultants
05.2010 - 06.2013
- 1st assist in surgical case 2-3 days per week including cervical and lumbar microdiscectomies, ACDF, lumbar fusion (PLIF and ALIF)
- evaluate and treat 30-40 patients per day in clinic
- perform history and physical examination for spine related injuries
- order and interpret diagnostic testing including lab work, plain radiographs, and advanced imaging ( MRI, CT scan, bone scan, etc)
- coordinate and schedule all spine surgeries
- provide patient education on current diagnosis and treatment plan based on current evidence based medicine
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Illinois Bone And Joint Institute
11.2005 - 05.2010
- 1st assist in surgical case 2-3 days per week including cervical and lumbar microdiscectomies, ACDF, lumbar fusion (PLIF and ALIF)
- evaluate and treat 30-40 patients per day in clinic
- perform history and physical examination for spine related injuries
- order and interpret diagnostic testing including lab work, plain radiographs, and advanced imaging ( MRI, CT scan, bone scan, etc)
- coordinate and schedule all spine surgeries
- provide patient education on current diagnosis and treatment plan based on current evidence based medicine
Physician Assistant
Mt. Sinai Medical Center
11.2005 - 03.2008
- provide emergency medicine evaluation and management including proper diagnostic testing and treatment plan under the supervision of emergency medicine physicians
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Neurologic And Orthopedic Institute
09.2004 - 11.2005
- 1st assist in surgical case 2-3 days per week including knee and shoulder arthroscopy, ACL reconstruction, total hip arthroplasty, total knee arthroplasty
- evaluate and treat 20-30 patients per day in clinic
- perform history and physical examination for shoulder, knee, and hip related injuries
- order and interpret diagnostic testing including lab work, plain radiographs, and advanced imaging ( MRI, CT scan, bone scan, etc)
- provide patient education on current diagnosis and treatment plan based on current evidence based medicine
Rehab Technician
CoSport Physical Therapy
08.1999 - 06.2002
- provide education and treatment plans for physical therapy patients under the supervision of physical therapist
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL08.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Athletic Training
North Central College
Naperville, IL1999
Skills
Autonomy in the clinical and surgical setting
- 1st assist multiple orthopedic surgeries
- Multilevel suturing
- Wound management and wound VAC application
- Splinting/casting
- Joint aspiration and injections
- Joint and fracture reductions
Accomplishments
- 2020 Mayo Clinic patient experience award
- 2023 PA Educator of the Year
Certification
- NCCPA Certification September 2004-Present
- CA Licensure March 2024-Present
- AZ Licensure October 2013-Present
- IL Licensure September 2004-December 2013
- NATABOC Certification February 2002
Affiliations
- Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants 2003-Present
- Member, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons 2006-2007
- Member, Physician Assistants in Orthopedic Surgery 2004-Present
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
- Dario Contreras Hospital, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Volunteer
medical mission trip to treat spine injuries : January 11-19, 2011
- Dario Contreras Hospital, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Volunteer
medical mission trip to treat Haiti earthquake spine injury victims: January
24-31, 2010
Timeline
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Mayo Clinic
01.2014 - Current
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
DuPage Medical Group, General Orthopedics
06.2013 - 12.2013
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Spine Consultants
05.2010 - 06.2013
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Illinois Bone And Joint Institute
11.2005 - 05.2010
Physician Assistant
Mt. Sinai Medical Center
11.2005 - 03.2008
Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant
Neurologic And Orthopedic Institute
09.2004 - 11.2005
Rehab Technician
CoSport Physical Therapy
08.1999 - 06.2002
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
Midwestern University
Bachelor of Arts - Athletic Training
North Central College
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