Caitlin Forren
Aliquippa,USA
Summary
Dedicated Resident Physician bringing a proven expertise in making accurate diagnoses and developing effective treatment plans. Highly committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Personable and focused with a passion for creating strong rapport with patients and other healthcare professionals. Highly adaptable and reliable, with focus on collaborative problem-solving and patient-centered care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Physician, Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Heritage Valley Health Systems
Beaver, PA
07.2024 - Current
- Performed medical care under guidance of attending physician.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines to optimize patient outcomes and maintain adherence to industry standards.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, leading to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
- Ordered and interpreted tests and analyzed records, reports and examination information to diagnose patient condition.
- Collaborated with specialists to coordinate complex case management and facilitate interdisciplinary communication.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and professional bedside manner.
- Assisted in mulitple research projects with co-residents/attendings.
- Acted as student liaison coordinating daily schedules and assisting the students during their rotation at our program.
Teaching Assistant
Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine
OH
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted first year students with Gross Anatomy and Lower Extremity Anatomy dissections during designated lab time
- Assisted the anatomy laboratory with cleaning, loading, and unloading cadavers, laundry, and cadaver set up for students
Basic Sciences Tutor
Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine
OH
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Participated in weekly group tutoring sessions for Genetics and Microbiology, preparing review PowerPoints and practice quizzes for students
- Participated in weekly group tutoring session for Gross Anatomy and Lower extremity Anatomy in the cadaver lab
- Participated in small group tutoring sessions with first year students for Lower Extremity Anatomy
Substitute Teacher
Danese Christian School
WV
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained safe and orderly classroom
- Promoted learning by maintaining classroom management and discipline
- Created lesson plans along with grading/recording various assignments
Substitute Teacher
Fayette and Raleigh County Board of Education
WV
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained safe and orderly classroom
- Promoted learning by maintaining classroom management and discipline
Lab Assistant
West Virginia Institute of Technology
WV
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Relocated and organized biological specimens and laboratories during the University’s move from Montgomery, WV to Beckley, WV
- Extensively worked in the Microbiology Lab performing multiple tasks such as, but not limited to preparing/destroying culture media, preparing various stains and reagents, setting up the laboratory for microbiology students, preparing bacteria cultures for student and professor use, operating an autoclave, operating/maintaining laboratory instruments, and organizing cultures and chemicals
Education
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine -
Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine
Independence, OH05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Beckley, WV05.2018
Skills
- Proficient in EHR systems
- Compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Patient communication and bedside manner
- Forefoot and rearfoot surgical techniques
- Physical examination and diagnostic expertise in podiatric medicine
- Wound care
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Pennsylvania State Licensure Doctor of Podiatric Medicine #SC007466 - Active
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support - Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Current
- Opioid Use disorder Certification - Current
- Certificate of completion: Recognizing and Reporting Child abuse, mandate and permissive reporting in Pennsylvania - Current
- HIPPA and Privacy Certification - Current
- Certification for AO DPM NA Course-Basic Principles of Foot and Ankle Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery for DPMs - October 2025
- American Podiatric Medical Licensure Exam Part III - May 2024
- American Podiatric Medical Licensure Exam Part II - November 2023
- American Podiatric Medical Licensure Exam Part I-July 2022
Affiliations
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Resident Member July 2024 – Current
- American Association of Women Podiatrists-KSUCPM chapter Director of Local affairs October 2020–April 2023
- American Podiatric Medical Student Associations, Student Member August 2020 – May 2024
Research
- Use of custom navicular implant for treatment of avascular necrosis secondary to navicular fracture: A case report
- Novel technique of tenodesis of the peroneus brevis tendon to the peroneus longus followed by transfer of the peroneus longus tendon to the medial cuneiform secondary to a partial tear: A case report
Academic Awards & Honors
- Student Doctor of Distinction Nominee March 2023
- Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine Dean’s List May 2022 – May 2024
Personal Interests
- Spending time with family
- Walking
- Traveling
- Trying new coffee shops
- Volunteering
Timeline
Resident Physician, Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Heritage Valley Health Systems
07.2024 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine
08.2021 - 05.2022
Basic Sciences Tutor
Kent State College of Podiatric Medicine
08.2021 - 05.2022
Substitute Teacher
Danese Christian School
11.2019 - 03.2020
Substitute Teacher
Fayette and Raleigh County Board of Education
01.2019 - 03.2020
Lab Assistant
West Virginia Institute of Technology
01.2017 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biology
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine -
Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine