BRAD NINE
Charleston,WV
Summary
Respected Physician with demonstrated success in diagnosing and treating patients with acute and chronic conditions. Well-versed in latest medical studies and treatments. Licensed in Florida, North Carolina, West Virginia, Ohio and Connecticut
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemedicine Physician
American Well Medical Group
Boston, MA
01.2022 - Current
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions.
- Accessed patient health through interviews and physical examinations.
- Documented interactions using correct format, codes and facility standards for optimal medical care.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Administered high level of care to patients using active listening and open-ended questioning.
- Wrote medical prescriptions, detailing side effects and possible adverse reactions to keep patients informed and alert of potential issues.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
Emergency Physician
EMCARE Emergency Physicians
12.2014 - 12.2021
- Clearwater Freestanding Emergency Room, apart of Largo Medical Center
- This is a single coverage ED with a volume of ~ 20,000 per year
- 20% is pediatrics
- Acuity is high for a freestanding ED
- Evaluated preliminary results and administered initial treatment such as stitching lacerations, splinting, casting broken bones or installing tubes and devices.
- Operated diagnostic testing equipment such as EKGs, scans, ultrasounds and other devices.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
Staff Physician
Locum Tenens
12.2014 - 03.2019
- Also during this time I have worked as a locums physician at 3 different ED's
- Putnam Community Hospital, Palatka, FL
- This is an ED with an annual volume of 40,000
- It is a very high acuity hospital, being the only hospital in Putnam County, FL.
- During my shifts there I was able to perform a variety of ED procedures
- 2) Outer Banks Hospital, Nags Head, NC
- This ED is a Critical Access Hospital with an annual volume of about 40,000
- It is also a very high acuity hospital
- 3) Thomas Memorial Hospital, S. Charleston, WV
Assistant Director
St. Mary's Medical Center
Huntington, WV.
- St. Marys is a Level 2 TraumaCenter and teaching hospital associated with the Medical School at Marshall Universty
- Acuity is very high and extremely fast paced
- During my time there I performed all ED procedures including central lines, intubations, LPs, chest tubes, trauma management, etc
- I was responsible for mid-level orientation and training.
- Trained and mentored new employees on industry practices and business operations.
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
Hospitalist
Huntington Internal Medicine Group
Huntington, WV
09.2002 - 08.2004
Hospitalist Program Director
Hospital Physicians, PLLC
Huntington, WV
12.2000 - 08.2002
- Triaged and assessed phone calls from facilities, physicians and patients to prioritize care and quickly handle urgent issues.
- Responded to pharmacy calls, phone messages and voicemails, and signed discharge summaries to maintain files with updated information.
- Initiated interaction with primary care physicians to determine admission and discharge plans for patients.
- Reduced patient loads through balanced treatment plans involving minimizing length of hospital stays and implementing effective at-home and specialist care.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests to manage patient care.
- Assessed patient health at admissions and regular intervals to stay on top of changing medical conditions.
- Diagnosed conditions accurately by requesting specific, relevant labs and accurately interpreting results.
Internal Medicine Physician
Saxe And Harris Medical Associates
Barboursville, WV
01.1998 - 11.2000
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
- Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
Internal Medicine Physician
Health Plus Family Health Center
Scott Depot, WV
01.1995 - 01.1998
Emergency Room Physician
Huntington Emergency Physicians Group
Huntington, WV
09.1992 - 06.1995
- Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations.
- Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions.
- Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures.
- Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment.
Urgent Care Physician
Health Plus Urgent Care
St. Albans, WV
06.1991 - 08.1992
- Prescribed medications for patients in conjunction with other treatments according to specific personal medical conditions.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Explained procedures and discussed test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Marshall University School of Medicine
Huntington, WV05.1988
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05.1984
Skills
- Explaining Complex Diagnoses
- Disease Prevention
- Infectious Disease Mitigation
- Symptom Assessment and Evaluation
- Determining and Prescribing Medication
- Lab Result Assessment
- Complex Cases
- History Evaluations
- Diagnosing Conditions
- Patient Flow
- Dosage Calculation
- Care Summaries
- Risk Management Strategies
- Pulse Oximetry
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Medical History Review
- Symptom Management
- Preventative Care
- Quality Medical Care
Certification
- Licensed Physician in Florida, North Carolina, Connecticut, West Virginia and Ohio
- ATLS, ACLS and PALS certified
- ABIM Cerified
Timeline
Telemedicine Physician
American Well Medical Group
01.2022 - Current
Emergency Physician
EMCARE Emergency Physicians
12.2014 - 12.2021
Staff Physician
Locum Tenens
12.2014 - 03.2019
Hospitalist
Huntington Internal Medicine Group
09.2002 - 08.2004
Hospitalist Program Director
Hospital Physicians, PLLC
12.2000 - 08.2002
Internal Medicine Physician
Saxe And Harris Medical Associates
01.1998 - 11.2000
Internal Medicine Physician
Health Plus Family Health Center
01.1995 - 01.1998
Emergency Room Physician
Huntington Emergency Physicians Group
09.1992 - 06.1995
Urgent Care Physician
Health Plus Urgent Care
06.1991 - 08.1992
Assistant Director
St. Mary's Medical Center
M.D. - Medicine
Marshall University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Virginia University