Chi Chau, MD
New York,NY
Summary
As a VA program consultant, I specialize in performing Compensation and Pension Exams for Veterans, with an ability to assess a wide range of general medical conditions, including headaches/migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, GERD, cardiovascular, respiratory, and musculoskeletal issues. My role involves collaboration with medical assistants, physician assistants, and the Operations teams to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care. Additionally, I provide essential support and training to fellow providers, enhancing the overall effectiveness and quality of the VA program.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
VA Program Consultant
The IMA Group
2023.01 - Current
- Perform Compensation and Pension Exams for Veterans
- Assess general medical problems, including headaches/migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, GERD, cardiovascular conditions, respiratory conditions, and musculoskeletal issues.
- Write various types of independent medical opinions, including direct service connection, aggravation, secondary service connection, TERA, and Gulf War
- Review medical charts
- Read and interpret labs, EKGs, and PFTs
- Provide support and training to clinical providers
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget constraints.
Home Visiting Physician
Signify Health, LLC
2019.03 - 2022.12
- Performed Annual Health Exams
- Provided education for chronic medical problems and lifestyle modifications
- Performed labs
Home Visiting Physician
XLHome Northeast, PC
2013.01 - 2021.05
- Performed Annual Health Exams
- Provided education for chronic medical problems and lifestyle modifications
- Performed lab
Collaborating Physician
XLHome PC
2012.11 - 2015.11
- Performed monthly chart reviews with nurse practitioners
- Provided feedback on best practices
Home Visiting Physician
NYC Medical House Calls, P. C.
2005.07 - 2012.12
- Provided primary medical care for homebound geriatric patients
- Collaborated with nurses, patients, and their family members
Home Visiting Physician
Medical House Calls, PLLC
2012.05 - 2012.11
- Provided primary medical care for homebound geriatric patients
- Collaborated with nurses, patients, and their family members
Home Visiting Physician
MEDXM
2010.10 - 2011.01
- Performed Annual Health Exams
- Provided education for chronic medical problems and lifestyle modifications.
- Performed labs
Home Visiting Physician
VNSNY Hospice
2009.10 - 2010.07
- Provided end-of-life care for home hospice patients
- Collaborated with nurses, patients, and their family members
Medical Consultant
St. Luke’s Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic
2009.03 - 2010.01
- Provided primary medical care for psychiatric patients
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, social workers, and patients
Physician
St. Vincent’s Chinatown Medical Clinic
2006.05 - 2009.03
- Provided primary medical care for adult patients
- Collaborated with nurses, social workers, and patients
Medical Consultant
Park Avenue Health Care at Gracie Square Hospital
2007.09 - 2008.05
- Provided inpatient medical care for psychiatric patients
Physician
Winston Staffing
2006.04 - 2007.04
- Provided medical assessments for FDNY and ConEd employees
Freelance Exam Writer
Kaplan Educational Centers, Inc.
2005.09 - 2005.10
- Wrote exam questions to prepare students for the boards.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
New York Medical College
Valhalla, NY05.2000
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.1995
Licensure/Certification
- New York State Medical License
- Certified Physician Acupuncture for New York State
- Pennsylvania State Medical License
- Certified Nutrition Coach from Precision Nutrition
- Certified Holistic Nutrition from Pacific Rim College
- Certified Integrative Health Coach from Institute for Integrative Nutrition
- Certified Master of Medical Qigong from 3 Treasures Healing
Training
- Fellowship in Geriatrics Medicine at SVCMC – Saint Vincent’s Manhattan Eileen E. Anderson Geriatrics Program, New York, NY
- Fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Care at Bronx VA Medical Center Geriatric Research, Education & Clinical Center, Bronx, NY
- Residency in Family Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY
Publications
- Palliative Care Knowledge Self-Assessment Program, Contributor: “Pathophysiology of Neuropathic Pain”, Dr. Victor Chang, 2007
- An unusual Location For Metastasis of Esophageal Carcinoma in an Elderly Woman: A Former Feeding Tube Site, Poster honored with the Presidential Award at the 2006 Annual Meeting of the American Geriatrics Society, Dr. Caroline A. Vitale, 2006
- Better Health Begins With A Broken Elevator, Poster presented at the 2006 Annual Meeting of the American Geriatrics Society, Dr. Monte Peterson, 2006
Research
- New Jersey VA Medical Center, Section of Hematology and Oncology, The Impact of Caregiver Status and Risk for Depression on Cancer Pain Management Outcomes: Pain Severity, Pain Relief, Pain Interference, Quality of Life and Satisfaction, 11/01/03, 01/31/04, Orange, NJ
- Bronx VA Medical Center, GRECC, Are Preprinted Hospice Orders Appropriate for Geriatric Patients?, 09/01/03, 05/31/04, Bronx, NY
- Montefiore Medical Center, Family Medicine, Emergency Contraception, 07/01/02, 06/30/03, Bronx, NY
- University of California, Irvine, Department of Chemistry, Synthesis of an organometallic polymer, 12/01/93, 04/30/94, Irvine, CA
Timeline
VA Program Consultant
The IMA Group
2023.01 - Current
Home Visiting Physician
Signify Health, LLC
2019.03 - 2022.12
Home Visiting Physician
XLHome Northeast, PC
2013.01 - 2021.05
Collaborating Physician
XLHome PC
2012.11 - 2015.11
Home Visiting Physician
Medical House Calls, PLLC
2012.05 - 2012.11
Home Visiting Physician
MEDXM
2010.10 - 2011.01
Home Visiting Physician
VNSNY Hospice
2009.10 - 2010.07
Medical Consultant
St. Luke’s Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic
2009.03 - 2010.01
Medical Consultant
Park Avenue Health Care at Gracie Square Hospital
2007.09 - 2008.05
Physician
St. Vincent’s Chinatown Medical Clinic
2006.05 - 2009.03
Physician
Winston Staffing
2006.04 - 2007.04
Freelance Exam Writer
Kaplan Educational Centers, Inc.
2005.09 - 2005.10
Home Visiting Physician
NYC Medical House Calls, P. C.
2005.07 - 2012.12
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
New York Medical College
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
University of California, Irvine