Alyssa Braithwaite

OBGYN Elective

• Conducted routine women's health exam including Pap smears, breast exams , and fetal heart rate assessment .
• Provided patient education on reproductive health , prenatal care, contraception, and preventive screening.

Family Medicine

• Performed comprehensive outpatient evaluations including history, physical exam , and preventive screening .
• Assisted with venipuncture and EKG interpretations.
• Managed acute and chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes and hyperlipidemia under supervision.

Geriatric Psychiatry

• Conducted comprehensive mental health evaluations, including psychiatric history, mental status exams, and risk assessment.
• Assisted in developing treatment plans for conditions such as dementia, depress, and anxiety.
• Educated patients and families on cognitive health and community resources to improve quality of life.

Geriatrics

• Conducted medication reconciliation and identified potential adverse drug interactions
• Performed comprehensive geriatrics assessment , addressing medical, functional , cognitive and psychosocial needs

Emergency Medicine

• Skillfully performed minor surgical procedures under the guidance of supervising physicians, ensuring optimal results for patients.
• Interpreted EKGs , labs, and imaging to support rapid clinical decision-making.
• Observed in the management of code situation, gaining exposure to ACLS protocols and resuscitation teamwork.

Internal Medicine

• Performed comprehensive history and physical exams for patients with multiple comorbidities
• Developed and presented assessment and management plans for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and CKD.
• Monitored and managed inpatient issues including electrolyte disturbances and infection workup
• Provided patient counseling on lifestyle modifications , medication adherence , and chronic disease management

General Surgery

• Assisted in pre-and post-operative patient evaluations , including history,physical exams, and management plans.
• Observed and assisted in operative procedures such as hernia repairs, cholecystectomies , and appendectomies.
• Participated in daily surgical rounds , presenting patients cases and updating treatment plans.
• Performed post-operative care including wound checks and drain management.

Pediatric Surgery

• Observed and assisted in pediatric surgical procedures ,including abdominal and urologic cases.
• Performed post-operative assessment , including wound check , pain management , and monitoring for complications.
• Participated in daily surgical rounds , presenting patient progress and management updates.

Pediatrics

• Conducted well-child visits, growth and developmental assessment,
• Developed and presented assessment and management plans for children admitted to the pediatric unit.
• Performed Apgar scoring and newborn assessments for infants at risk due to maternal or perinatal complications.

OBGYN

• Performed routine women's health exams including pap smears and fetal heart rate assessments.
• Assisted in cesarean sections and vaginal deliveries.
• Observed and supported contraceptive counseling and device placement (IUD, implants).
• Provided patient education on contraceptive.
• Collaborated with attending physicians and other physician assistants to deliver comprehensive women's health care