Anna Kahlmus
Ocean Springs,MS
Summary
Qualified Nurse Practitioner with extreme compassion for individuals with obesity and metabolic disorders. Experience includes over 4 years in the field of bariatric and obesity medicine. Proficient in telehealth, which is incorporated weekly into clinic schedule since 2020. Determined to continue working in the field of obesity medicine and collaborate with other like-minded health care providers to offer evidence-based care and FDA approved anti-obesity treatments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Singing River Health System
09.2019 - Current
- Provide evidence based and compassionate care for adult and pediatric patients with obesity. Treatment includes using FDA approved anti-obesity medications, dietary and exercise counseling, and generating interdisciplinary referrals (counseling, physical therapy, Bariatric surgery, etc..) as needed.
- Manage obesity related comorbid conditions such as T2DM, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
- Collaborate with registered dietitians, Bariatric surgeons, and other NP/PA obesity medicine providers
- Screen for rare genetic diseases of obesity, such as Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (BBS), in both the pediatric and adult population and treat with FDA approved medication or facilitate enrollment in clinical trials if eligible.
- Participate in community speaking events with goal to raise awareness of obesity as chronic disease and surgical and non-surgical treatments available for this condition.
- Organize and host monthly Bariatric support groups, both in-person and virtual.
- Assist in managing Singing River Health System's Bariatric Support Group on Facebook
Nurse Practitioner
The Medical Oncology Group
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Provided medical care for multigenerational patient population with broad range of hematological and oncological conditions.
- Advocated for patients to ensure they received necessary resources and support from healthcare providers and insurance companies alike.
- Collaborated with oncologist to determine best treatment plan for patients.
- Ordered/interpreted labs and diagnostic testing for patients undergoing chemotherapy and immunotherapy
Nurse Practitioner
Gulfport Memorial Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Manage various acute and chronic diseases commonly seen in the primary care setting such as diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, COPD, and dermatologic conditions.
- Provide routine physical wellness exams to patients of ages across the lifespan.
Education
Master of Nursing - Advanced Practice Nursing
University of South Alabama
Mobile12.2016
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS08.2013
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS05.2010
Skills
- Telehealth Proficiency
- Motivational Interviewing
- Leadership
- EMR systems (Cerner and Epic)
- Interpreting lab and diagnostic tests
- Providing education to patients and family members
- Experience in obesity medicine and bariatric surgery
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Singing River Health System
09.2019 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
The Medical Oncology Group
02.2018 - 08.2019
Nurse Practitioner
Gulfport Memorial Hospital
03.2017 - 02.2018
Master of Nursing - Advanced Practice Nursing
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
William Carey University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College