Quality Improvement
CHARLES EDOIGIAWERIE, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Family Physician
Chicago,IL
Summary
Medical Director
Extensive background in Personal development, medical staff/providers education and training, service operations and protocol development, organizational efficiency, career, and professional development. Has outstanding communication skills; able to sustain positive relationships with staff and physicians in busy, fast-paced ambulatory clinics. Proven ability to handle tough and challenging situations efficiently and effectively; very organized and can resolve difficult situations promptly. Familiar with various business development software such as Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, PDF format, PowerPoint, Word Perfect; Data analytic software such as Epi info and SPSS & Medical Management and Billing Software e.g., Cerner and Superbills. A flexible, creative, enthusiastic physician with over 25 years of outstanding achievement in clinical practice, ambulatory care/public health and community services
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Medical Director Englewood Health Center
Cook County Ambulatory & Community Health Network
Chicago, IL
06.2007 - Current
- My team directs and manages approximately twenty providers/forty clinic employees at Englewood Health Center, on-site physician supervision, enforcement of new care paradigm, collaborating with administrative staff to improve clinic productivity and revenue yield, addressing patient care complaints, budgetary implementation, monitoring QA compliance, and Attending leadership meetings.
- My team liaised with other Nursing and allied healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans providing the highest quality of care.
- My team was significantly involved in staff recruitment, selection, promotion, and training.
- My team recruited, hired, and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development, and continuing employee education.
- My team collaborated with the clinic manager to maintain daily operations.
- My team expanded access to advanced treatment options by overseeing the implementation of cutting-edge medical technology into daily practice. MAP performance Metric for Hypertension was introduced into our practice
- My team liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide the highest quality care, particularly in HEDIS and Healthie Registries/Healthie Intent Analytics.
- My team led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing clinical service delivery across departments.
- My team developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with HIPAA, benefits administration, and general liability guidelines.
It established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians, and community organizations to promote high-quality patient care. - My team actively participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Admitting Attending
Cook County Hospital Department Of Family Medicine
Chicago, IL
06.2000 - Current
- My team oversaw in-house patient care for approximately fourteen admitted family medicine patients, initially at Provident Hospital and later at Stroger Hospital.
- We supervised Family medicine residents and medical students in managing patients admitted to telemetry, Med-Surg, & CCU/ICU step-down units.
- We have implemented continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental performance and maintain high standards of care, especially concerning EKG interpretations.
- Collaborating with the Utilization Review Department Promoted safe work practices among staff members through ongoing education and adherence to established protocols.
- Working with Palliative Services Provided compassionate end-of-life care by administering palliative sedation when necessary while ensuring open communication with family members regarding treatment plans.
- We handled admission processes and discharge procedures to transfer patients from hospital to home care, extended facility, and self-care plans.
In House Hospitalist
RML Specialty Hospital
Chicago, IL
03.2011 - Current
- My team oversaw approximately sixty patients' in-house care for RML Specialty Hospital at their Chicago facility.
- Function as Hospitalist medical staff with high acuity units, telemetry & Med-Surg/LTAC floor coverage.
- Managed ventilated patients carefully, balancing stats and interventions for optimal short- and long-term health.
- My team upheld ethical standards in practice by maintaining confidentiality and respecting the autonomy of patients and their families in decision-making processes.
Hospitalist Physician
St Bernard Hospital
Chicago, IL
07.2013 - 12.2023
- Appropriately managed approximately 400 patients for GMF and ICU admissions, including patients with life-threatening conditions with intensivist consultation before acceptance of admission.
- Assessed patient health at admissions and regular intervals to stay on top of changing medical conditions.
- Resuscitation of patients, particularly patients with drug overdoses & other life-threatening conditions on the admission floors.
- Admission of patients requiring additional medical treatment.
- Orders for diagnostic tests, laboratory tests, dietary plans, medications, and medical procedures.
- Supervision of Staff, auxiliary & ancillary employees
Consultations are requested with other medical specialists before disposition. - Managed ventilated patients carefully, balancing stats and interventions for optimal short- and long-term health.
- Upheld ethical standards in practice by maintaining confidentiality and respecting the autonomy of patients and their families in decision-making processes.
Education
Family Medicine Residency Diploma -
Loyola UMC
01.2000
MPH -
School of Public Health Curtin University
01.1995
MBBS -
University College Hospital
01.1990
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Complying with Regulatory Guidelines
- Clinical Metric Tracking & Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Practice Management
- Continuous Improvement Strategies
- Medical Staff Leadership
- Medicare Compliance
- Clinical Staff Management
- Substance Abuse Treatment
Certification
- Board Certification, ABFP, 2016,
- Illinois Permanent Medical Licenses, 2023
- ACLS/BLS Recognition Certificates, 2023
Affiliations
- American Academy Family Physician AAFP
- Illinois Academy of Family Physician IAFP
- American Medical Association AMA
- Society of Teachers of Family Medicine STFM
- Association of Nigeria Physicians in America ANPA
- Ibadan College of Medicine Alumni Association, North America ICOMAA
Awards
- Cook County-Loyola-Provident Residency Program Provident Hospital Teacher of the Year Award
- John Crawford Scholarship Award for Public Health Training in Australia 1993
Volunteer Experience
- Member of the Nigerian Edo Homeland development association (Nigerian Non-for Profit Non-Governmental Organization).
- Family Medicine Health Fairs (back to school health fairs)
- Community Health Fairs (Bud Biliken’s Parade)
- Local School Sports Physicals
References
Will provide on request
Timeline
Hospitalist Physician
St Bernard Hospital
07.2013 - 12.2023
In House Hospitalist
RML Specialty Hospital
03.2011 - Current
Medical Director Englewood Health Center
Cook County Ambulatory & Community Health Network
06.2007 - Current
Admitting Attending
Cook County Hospital Department Of Family Medicine
06.2000 - Current
Family Medicine Residency Diploma -
Loyola UMC
MPH -
School of Public Health Curtin University
MBBS -
University College Hospital
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop Job Aide and Role-Based Workflow for tracking staffs and providers job performance.
- Supervised team of forty staff members and Approximately 20 providers
- Collaborated with team of staffs and providers in the development and Implementation of the Measuring Accurately, Acting Rapidly and Partnering with Patients [MAP] Performance Metrics Project in County System
- Continue to actively collaborate with the quality department in the County to improve our HEDIS Priority Measures
- Documented and resolved issues with regard to properly evaluating Providers which led to development of the Healthie Intent Based Provider Dashboard.
Software
Additional Information
1. Patients Experience
2. Medical Care and Services
3. Medical Practice
4. Utilization Review
5. Appeals – Prior Authorization
6. Medical Management
7. Primary Care and Family Medicine.
8. Utilization Management
9. Quality Improvement
10. Informed Consent
11. Medicaid, Medicare, and FDA
12. Quality Care
13. Ambulatory Surgery
14. Direct Patient Care
15. Clinical Operations
16. CME
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