Ana Pula
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
California board certified Physician Assistant with extensive experience at Kaiser Permanente, excelling in surgical assistance and clinical decision-making. Plastic, reconstructive, hand and general surgery trained. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective collaboration and problem-solving. Skilled in complex laceration repair, in office minor procedures and interpreting pathology results, ensuring efficient care delivery and optimal recovery for patients. Spanish speaker dedicated to improving healthcare access.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
03.2001 - Current
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
- Streamlined clinic workflow by collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, and support staff.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by anticipating surgeon needs during procedures and quickly adapting to changing situations.
- Assisted surgeons in complex procedures for enhanced surgical precision and reduced recovery times.
- Performed minor outpatient procedures under physician guidance, allowing for increased patient access to care and reduced waiting times.
- Managed post-operative care, ensuring timely wound healing and preventing complications.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
Education
Physician Assistant Certificate - Physician Assistant
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona07-2020
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA06-2002
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Medical Terminology in Spanish
- Suturing
- Interpreting pathology results
- Emergency room consultations
- Clinical decision making
- Preoperative evaluations
- Debridement
- Surgical assistance
- Burn care
- Physical examination
- Incisions and drainage
Certification
NCCPA
ACLS
BLS
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
03.2001 - Current
Physician Assistant Certificate - Physician Assistant
Western University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
California State University, Dominguez Hills
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