Amber Kagen, DMSc, PA-C
Belmont,NC
Summary
Family Medicine Physician Assistant working to practice evidence-based medicine while continuing to develop knowledge and skills as a medical professional.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
South Point Family Practice
05.2019 - Current
- Family practice provider in a busy primary care office
- Responsible for continuity of care throughout the lifespan from newborn to geriatrics
- Regularly manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, amongst others, as well as acute care
- Prescribe long-term medications and perform follow ups for chronic conditions as well as medication adjustments
- Proficient in complete physical exams and up to date on current screening guidelines for breast, prostate, cervical and colon cancer screening
- Perform all age-appropriate screening guidelines
- Proficient in EMR.
Physician Assistant
ApolloMD/CaroMont Regional Medical Center
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Emergency medicine provider in a fast-paced, Level III trauma medical center
- Experience in adult and pediatric emergency medicine
- Experience with a diverse multitude of common and emergent medical conditions, such as URIs, pharyngitis, acute MI, respiratory failure, DKA, HHS, hypertension, obesity, chronic pain, fractures/dislocations, allergic reactions
- Involved in many aspects of patient care including but not limited to performing history and physical exams, ordering and interpreting labs and imaging, evaluating EKGs, performing I&Ds, laceration repair, stapling, pelvic examinations, and determining plans of care for patients based on assessment
- Effective at communicating with consultants and admitting providers
- Efficient at working as part of a healthcare team
- Proficiency in electronic medical record charting
- Responsible for determining the patient’s final disposition.
Education
Doctor of Medical Science -
High Point University
High Point, NC12.2023
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -
Elon University
Elon, NC02.2017
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science -
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC05.2014
Licenses and Certifications
- NCCPA Board Certified
- Current North Carolina State Physician Assistant License
- Current DEA License
- Current BLS certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physician Assistant
South Point Family Practice
05.2019 - Current
Physician Assistant
ApolloMD/CaroMont Regional Medical Center
04.2017 - 03.2019
Doctor of Medical Science -
High Point University
Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies -
Elon University
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science -
Appalachian State University
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