Andrea Giblin
Mt Pleasant,SC
Summary
Skilled medical professional with extensive experience in diverse healthcare roles
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Quality Program Manager and Staff Physician
Grand Rounds
San Francisco, CA
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Conducted quality assurance reviews of expert second opinion cases to ensure clinical and grammatical accuracy and enhance readability
- Performed quality reviews for all Grand Rounds service lines including expert opinions, office visits, international cases, pathology reviews, triage and STAT cases
- Provided structured feedback to clinicians regarding clinical case quality, strengths and areas for improvement
- Performed lead role on RCA (root cause analysis) assessments and presentations
- Created guidelines for case history and records presentation to experts on complex medical cases including international cases
- Oversaw Grand Rounds Medical Library by editing and developing content for clinical diagnoses, improving resource accessibility
- Participated in extensive special projects including ongoing editing and updating of the Grand Rounds clinicians information and processes site, and an improved patient intake experience project
Staff Physician
Grand Rounds
San Francisco, CA
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Summarized medical records to draft concise history and physical notes for expert physicians, and enhance clinical decision-making.
- Reviewed expert second opinions for accuracy, quality, and patient-friendly language.
- Identified and documented patient diagnoses based on medical evaluations.
- Explained complex medical information to patients in written cases and follow-up calls, ensuring clarity and understanding.
Physician Advisor
Executive Health Resources
Newtown Square, PA
06.2010 - 03.2014
- Reviewed clinical cases for medical necessity using Executive Health Resources review standards
- Conducted medical necessity compliance reviews utilizing evidence-based logic to ensure adherence to standards.
- Interpreted medical records to support utilization review decisions
- Advised hospitals on inpatient status and level-of-care determinations
Infectious Disease Physician
Tucson Medical Center and Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital
Tucson, AZ
04.2008 - 05.2010
- Diagnosed conditions and developed tailored treatment plans for diverse adult patient populations, improving health outcomes.
- Delivered comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care at Tucson Medical Center and Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, enhancing patient access to treatment.
- Conducted bedside rounds and coordinated care with specialists and nursing staff to ensure comprehensive patient management.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, and follow-up care to enhance understanding and adherence to treatment protocols.
Internal Medicine Hospitalist Physician
Legacy Meridian Park Hospital
Tualatin, Oregon
09.2004 - 11.2005
- Admitted patients and completed comprehensive histories, exams, and assessments
- Managed inpatient care for Legacy Meridian Park Hospital medicine patients.
- Conducted daily rounds with the Legacy Meridian Park Hospital care teams.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathy -
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Kansas City, MO05-2001
Bachelor of Science -
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05-1995
Skills
- Clinical quality review
- Medical record review
- Root cause analysis
- Process improvement
- Analytical thinking
- Attention to detail
Certification
Board Certification in Infectious Disease, 2008 - 2018, Board Certification in Internal Medicine, 2004 - 2014, South Carolina Unlimited Medical License, 2016 - current, Arizona and Oregon Unlimited Medical Licenses, inactive, Certification in Patient Safety, Johns Hopkins University, 2015, Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene with distinction, 2007
AWARDS
Sigma Sigma Phi Osteopathic Honor and Service Fraternity / 1998 - 2001, Award for Superior Performance in Neuroanatomy / 1997 - 1998
Volunteer/International Experience
- Immune Deficiency Foundation, Health Access Advocate/Community Liaison 2025 - Present
- Care Partner Project, Clinical Advisor/Content Task Force, 2018 - Present
- Fund for Global Health, Advocacy Fellow, 12/2019 - 04/2020
- Language Student and Medical Volunteer, Chile and Argentina, 01/2005 - 04/2005
- Polo Golindo Clinic, Resident Physician Volunteer, Honduras, 02/2003
- Medical Student Volunteer, Guatemala, 1999 (one month)
- Kansas City Free Health Clinic, Medical Student Volunteer, Kansas City, MO, 02/2002
PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
- Ampel, NM, Giblin, A, Mourani, JP, Galgiani, JN. Factors and outcomes associated with the decision to treat primary pulmonary coccidioidomycosis. Clinical Infectious Disease. 2009 Jan 15: 48 (2).
- Ampel, NM, Dionne, SO, Giblin, A, Podany, AB, Galgiani, JN. Mannose-binding lectin serum levels are low in persons with clinically active coccidioidomycosis. Mycopathologica. 2009.167: 173-180.
- Giblin, A. Severe headache in an elderly woman - the heralding sign of pituitary apoplexy. Society of General Internal Medicine, Seattle, WA (2003), Oregon ACP meeting, Eugene, OR (2004). Poster presentation.
POSTGRADUATE TRAINING
- University of Liverpool, United Kingdom Diploma in Tropical Medicine and Hygiene / September 2007 - December 2007
- University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ Infectious Disease Fellow / January 2006 - December 2007
- Legacy Emanuel Hospital, Portland, OR Chief Medical Resident / June 2004 - September 2004
- Legacy Emanuel and Good Samaritan Hospitals, Portland, OR Internal Medicine Intern and Resident / June 2001 - May 2004
Timeline
Clinical Quality Program Manager and Staff Physician
Grand Rounds
08.2016 - 03.2017
Staff Physician
Grand Rounds
03.2015 - 03.2017
Physician Advisor
Executive Health Resources
06.2010 - 03.2014
Infectious Disease Physician
Tucson Medical Center and Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital
04.2008 - 05.2010
Internal Medicine Hospitalist Physician
Legacy Meridian Park Hospital
09.2004 - 11.2005
Doctor of Osteopathy -
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences
Bachelor of Science -
Tulane University