Chelsea Kumabe, D.O.
Physician
Torrance,CA
Summary
Personable Hospitalist focused on improving hospital patient health and well-being with effective diagnosis and treatment planning abilities. Collaborates successfully with nursing teams, surgeons and support staff to advocate for patients' needs and deliver high-quality care for both acute and chronic concerns.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nocturnist/Hospitalist
Optum (formerly HealthCare Partners)
Torrance, CA
09.2018 - Current
- Demonstrated adaptability during high-stress situations, effectively managing competing priorities to ensure timely attention was given to all patients under my care.
- Enhanced patient education by developing easily understandable materials and providing thorough explanations of treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care requirements.
- Streamlined patient flow, managing admissions, transfers, and discharges across multiple units.
- Served as liaison between primary care physicians and specialists to facilitate seamless coordination of specialized services required for optimal patient outcomes.
- Contributed to hospital-wide initiatives, participating in committees focused on process improvement and patient safety.
Family Medicine Resident Physician
PIH Health Hospital Downey
Downey, CA
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Chief Resident 2/2017 - 5/2018, coordinating resident and CME lectures, organizing resident activities and retreat, leading resident meetings
- Collaborated with specialists and other healthcare providers to coordinate optimal care for patients with complex medical issues.
- Performed minor procedures as needed, including suturing lacerations, incision and drainage of abscesses, and joint injections.
- Actively participated in morbidity and mortality conferences, quality improvement rounds, presenting cases for peer review and identifying opportunities for improvement in clinical practice.
- Mentored medical students and junior residents, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
- Assisted in curricular development for resident education programs focusing on evidence-based management strategies in primary care.
Intern
Japanese American Citizens League
Los Angeles, CA
05.2011 - 09.2011
- Lead practical service learning programs in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles
- Instructed students on creating community programs to capture history of families living in Little Tokyo for JACL/JANM projects
Office of Admission Intern
Pitzer College
Claremont, CA
08.2010 - 05.2011
- Advised prospective students on college admission application process
- Lead tours of Claremont Colleges campus
- Acted as Liaison for Pitzer College – Western University COMP Linkage Program
- Assisted with Office of Admission events such as Diversity Week, Early Admission Week, and prospective student visits
Optical Assistant
Los Alamitos Optometry
Los Alamitos
01.2005 - 05.2008
- Managed eyewear orders from initial purchase through delivery, ensuring timely receipt of products for customers.
- Conducted thorough pre-testing for optometrist examinations, leading to more accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Assisted patients with frame adjustments and repairs, increasing overall satisfaction with their eyewear purchases.
- Processed insurance claims accurately and efficiently, maximizing reimbursements for the practice.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA 07.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Human Biology
Pitzer College
Claremont, CA 05.2001 -
Skills
Patient Health Assessments
undefinedCertification
Board Certified Family Praciticioner, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
License
- California Medical License: 20A15216
- BLS & ACLS Certification current
Timeline
Nocturnist/Hospitalist
Optum (formerly HealthCare Partners)
09.2018 - Current
Family Medicine Resident Physician
PIH Health Hospital Downey
06.2015 - 06.2018
Board Certified Family Praciticioner, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
06-2015
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Western University of Health Sciences
07.2011 - 05.2015
Intern
Japanese American Citizens League
05.2011 - 09.2011
Office of Admission Intern
Pitzer College
08.2010 - 05.2011
Optical Assistant
Los Alamitos Optometry
01.2005 - 05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Human Biology
Pitzer College
05.2001 -
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