Angela Whitford
Rockford
Summary
Experienced Physician Assistant with extensive background in patient assessments, examinations, critical thinking skills, rehabilitation strategies, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Able to effectively communicate with care teams to improve patient experiences and assist with adequate follow up.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant, Physical Medicine and Rehab
Corewell Health
Grand Rapids
04.2015 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations to align therapy and rehab goals with individual recovery needs.
- Collaborated with specialty care teams to assess medical stability and establish follow-up plans tailored to patient needs.
- Performed telemedicine visits for regional hospitals to assist with rehab recommendations and placement.
- Communicated directly with insurance companies on peer to peer reviews for rehab authorization.
- Partnered with physical and occupational therapy teams to develop treatment plans and establish therapy frequency, focusing on achieving patient recovery goals.
Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine
Corewell Health
Greenville
08.2001 - 04.2015
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments and developed treatment plans.
- Coordinated patient care through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Performed diagnostic tests and interpreted results for informed clinical decisions.
- Provided education to patients on disease management and preventive health strategies to promote better health practices.
- Managed overnight call and ICU responsibilities, actively participating in Code Blue team to ensure rapid response and patient safety.
- Worked in emergency room and urgent care settings, providing care for patients with minor traumas and acute medical needs.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures under physician supervision.
- Documented patient information, vitals, medications, treatments, and results in EMR systems.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI08-2001
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-1999
Skills
- Patient assessments and education
- Rehabilitation strategies and care coordination
- Telemedicine services
- EMR documentation
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Insurance negotiations
Certification
- License - Physician Assistant State of Michigan renewed June 2026
- License - Pharmacist controlled Substances renewed June 2026
- Certification - Basic Life Support last completed October 2025
- Certification - DEA registration last completed April 2025
Timeline
Physician Assistant, Physical Medicine and Rehab
Corewell Health
04.2015 - Current
Physician Assistant, Internal Medicine
Corewell Health
08.2001 - 04.2015
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
University of Michigan