Brittney Trapeur DMSc, PA-C
Surprise,Arizona
Summary
Physician assistant with over ten years of clinical experience in family medicine, looking to join a clinic with a thriving, team-based culture. I am trained in and passionate about functional medicine and striving to gain more experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Health Medical Provider
Ascend Healthcare
Peoria, Arizona
06.2024 - Current
- Evaluation and treatment of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance use d/o.
- Partner with patients to help them achieve mental health goals, including relieving suffering, reducing symptoms, achieving remission, and full functional recovery.
- Educate patients on the importance of lifestyle interventions (optimize sleep/nutrition/exercise) to improve mental health
- Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications effectively for optimal outcomes.
- Provide crisis intervention and support during acute psychiatric episodes.
- Educate patients and families on mental health conditions and treatment options.
- Design individualized care plans and conducted lab or diagnostic tests on patients to provide further information regarding particular mental disorders and general physical conditions.
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Phoenix Family Medical Care
12.2022 - 03.2024
- Completed extensive histories, physical examinations, assessments, and individualized treatment plans
- Implemented therapeutic regimens including lifestyle interventions, medications, and supplements to optimize health
- Consistently maintained accurate and detailed medical documentation, ensuring timely updates in electronic health records.
- Prescribed medications to treat conditions and made supplement recommendations when patients showed interest in a more holistic treatment approach
- Ordered and interpreted various diagnostic tests, including ECGs, ABI, and PFTs.
- Provided high-quality primary care services, effectively diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication
- Served as an advocate for patient needs, addressing concerns with empathy and professionalism
- Referred to and collaborated with specialists and other healthcare providers on patient care.
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Sunset Family Physicians
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Managed acute illnesses and chronic conditions effectively through evidence-based treatments and interventions.
- Completed extensive histories, assessments, and individualized treatment plans.
- Educated patients on overall wellness, preventative measures, and lifestyle interventions.
- Optimized patient satisfaction by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing timely information about treatment options.
- Left this practice because the solo physician/owner exhibited poor communication and leadership skills and often arrivedlate. I had no key to the building, so patients and I were often waiting outside for her to arrive.
Physician Assistant
Afc Physical Medicine & Chiropractic Center Desert Ridge
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by conducting thorough musculoskeletal/orthopedic physical examinations and developing accurate diagnoses and treatment plans
- Performed joint injections and trigger point injection therapy
- Performed and interpreted allergy skin testing and initiated/monitored subcutaneous immunotherapy treatment
- I left this practice because initially I was told that I would be able to utilize my functional medicine training, but later on, I was informed that this was something the practice could not implement.
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
District Medical Group
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Managed acute illnesses and chronic conditions effectively through evidence-based treatments and interventions.
- Completed in-depth physical evaluations, assessments, and individualized treatment plans
- Evaluated laboratory results accurately, utilizing critical thinking skills to formulate appropriate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in family medicine.
- Assisted in the implementation of telehealth services, expanding access to care for rural or homebound patients.
- Expedited referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring continuity of care for complex medical cases.
- Promoted preventative healthcare measures by counseling patients on lifestyle modifications and disease management techniques.
- Extensive practice in the area of pediatric and adolescent medicine, including well child checks, sports physicals, infant care and nutrition, diagnosis/management of ADHD, and childhood behavioral problems
- Treatment of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and ADHD.
- Procedures: incision and drainage of abscesses, closure of wounds via sutures, excisional and shave biopsies, punch biopsies, cryotherapy, therapeutic injections, joint injections, eye exam using fluorescein stain, anticoagulation/INR monitoring, interpretation of ECGs
- Women's health, including pelvic exams, Papanicoulau smears, clinical breast exams, evaluation and management of AUB & amenorrhea, menopause & HRT, osteoporosis screening/treatment, STD testing and treatment, contraceptive initiation and surveillance, including implanon (Nexplanon) and IUD (Mirena) insertion/removal
- PrEP initiation and management
- The skill to work in a diverse and multicultural environment with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
East Georgia Healthcare Center
11.2015 - 06.2019
- Skilled at working autonomously and collaboratively in a team environment; supervising physician was not on site
- Increased access to care for underserved populations by participating in community outreach programs and health fairs.
- Managed acute illnesses and chronic conditions effectively through evidence-based treatments and interventions.
- Completed in-depth physical evaluations and gathered patient medical data to complete speedy, successful office visits.
- Developed treatment plans with family physicians and other healthcare team members, providing consultations and referrals for other services as necessary.
- Educated patients on medication adherence strategies, reducing instances of medication-related complications or hospitalizations.
- Mentored new Physician Assistant students during their clinical rotations, fostering growth within the profession.
- Educated patients and families on normal growth and development information.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in family medicine.
- Expedited referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless continuity of care for complex medical cases.
- Educated patients and family members on overall wellness, health problem prevention, current health status maintenance and warning signs for common acute and chronic illnesses.
- Optimized patient satisfaction levels by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing timely information about treatment options.
- Promoted preventative healthcare measures by counseling patients on lifestyle modifications and disease management techniques.
- Provided counseling on emotional problems of daily living while promoting wellness and health maintenance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Cardiology Physician Assistant
Longmont Clinic
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Documented full medical histories, treatment progress, and evaluation data in Epic
- Performed diagnostic tests, such as electrocardiograms and cardiac stress tests, to accurately diagnose cardiac conditions and guide treatment strategies
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based treatment plans and regularly monitoring progress
- Recommended positive lifestyle changes to reduce patient's risk of heart disease
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Evan's Family Centered Healthcare
05.2013 - 07.2015
- Managed acute illnesses and chronic conditions effectively through evidence-based treatments and interventions.
- Completed in-depth physical evaluations and gathered patient medical data to complete speedy, successful office visits.
- Developed treatment plans with family physicians and other healthcare team members, providing consultations and referrals for other services as necessary.
- Mentored new Physician Assistant students during their clinical rotations, fostering growth within the profession.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in family medicine.
- Educated patients and family members on overall wellness, health problem prevention, current health status maintenance and warning signs for common acute and chronic illnesses.
- Optimized patient satisfaction levels by addressing concerns, answering questions, and providing timely information about treatment options.
- Promoted preventative healthcare measures by counseling patients on lifestyle modifications and disease management techniques.
Education
Doctor of Medical Science - Advanced Practice
University of Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA09.2023
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
South University
Savannah, GA03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Pre-Med
Eastern New Mexico University
Portales, NM05.2008
Skills
- 11 years of primary care experience
- Practicing evidence-based medicine
- Functional medicine training through the American Academy of Functional Health and IFM
- Providing quality, compassionate, individualized care
- Cultivating meaningful connections with patients, establishing trust and rapport
- Utilizing motivational interviewing to help patients feel empowered and encouraged
- EMR / EHR
- Growth mindset, professional development
- Teamwork-based attitude
- Interpersonal skills
- Strong passion for functional medicine, both personally and professionally
Certification
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA); 2013- Present
Certified Functional Medicine and Nutrition Practitioner through the American Academy of Functional Health; April 2022 - Present
Pursuing Functional Medicine Certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine; courses completed include "Applying Functional Medicine to Clinical Practice"
BLS certification
Certified Functional Medicine and Nutrition Practitioner through the American Academy of Functional Health; April 2022 - Present
Pursuing Functional Medicine Certification through the Institute for Functional Medicine; courses completed include "Applying Functional Medicine to Clinical Practice"
BLS certification
Timeline
Behavior Health Medical Provider
Ascend Healthcare
06.2024 - Current
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Phoenix Family Medical Care
12.2022 - 03.2024
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Sunset Family Physicians
06.2022 - 12.2022
Physician Assistant
Afc Physical Medicine & Chiropractic Center Desert Ridge
12.2021 - 05.2022
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
District Medical Group
07.2019 - 10.2021
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
East Georgia Healthcare Center
11.2015 - 06.2019
Cardiology Physician Assistant
Longmont Clinic
08.2015 - 10.2015
Family Medicine Physician Assistant
Evan's Family Centered Healthcare
05.2013 - 07.2015
Doctor of Medical Science - Advanced Practice
University of Lynchburg
Master of Science - Physician Assistant
South University
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Pre-Med
Eastern New Mexico University