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Angela Potter

Strykersville,NY

Summary

Dedicated NCCPA-certified Physician Assistant with over 18 years of family medicine experience practicing and living in the same rural community. Providing care for both adult and pediatric patients as well as routine gynecological care. Certified NYSDOT examiner and Worker's Compensation provider. Has completed rotations in pediatrics, ob/gyn, general surgery, orthopedics and emergency medicine as well as family medicine.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Physician Assistant

WCCH
06.2019 - Current
  • Implemented preventive care strategies for patients at risk of chronic conditions, promoting overall health and wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with physicians to provide optimal patient care, ensuring accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
  • Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
  • Managed chronic conditions by monitoring patient health and treatment plan progress to make necessary adjustments in care.
  • Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
  • Performed therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, and infection management.
  • Maintained a strong commitment to ethical practice by adhering to state regulations and professional guidelines in all aspects of patient care.

Physician Assistant

Dale L. Deahn MD, PC
08.2005 - 06.2019
  • 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.
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
  • Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity, and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
  • Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic bedside manner.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing thorough evaluations and developing personalized treatment plans.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to maintain advanced knowledge of medical advancements and regulatory changes within the profession.
  • Served as a preceptor for physician assistant students, providing guidance and mentoring throughout their clinical rotations.

Education

Master of Physician Assistant Science -

Gannon University
Erie, PA
08.2005

Bachelor of Science -

Gannon University
Erie, PA
05.2004

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Physical examination
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Preventive Care
  • Interpreting laboratory results
  • Interpreting radiology results
  • Diagnosing conditions
  • Prescription Management
  • Suturing
  • Incisions and drainage
  • Foreign body removal
  • Certified in CPR/AED

Timeline

Physician Assistant

WCCH
06.2019 - Current

Physician Assistant

Dale L. Deahn MD, PC
08.2005 - 06.2019

Master of Physician Assistant Science -

Gannon University

Bachelor of Science -

Gannon University

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