Claudia Díaz MD, MPH
Chinle,Arizona
Summary
Board certified and experienced physician with a proven commitment to reproductive justice, global health, and providing culturally competent inclusive care to underserved people throughout their reproductive lives. With a strong public health background and over 20 years serving underserved communities I am dedicated to cultivating strong sustainable programs in order to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Officer
Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
Chinle, AZ
09.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with a multi-disciplinary obstetrics and gynecology team, committed to meeting the healthcare needs of the Navajo Nation
- Obtained funding of 1 million dollars specifically designated for improving antepartum and postpartum treatment of gestational diabetes and hypertensive disorders.
- Instrumental in securing and implementing the Jada system for labor delivery, to help decrease postpartum hemorrhage rates
- Worked closely with certified nurse midwives to create a patient-centered approach on labor and delivery, resulting in improved holistic experiences.
- Provided comprehensive care in clinic settings encompassing general gynecology, family planning, and high-risk obstetric prenatal care
- Delivered comprehensive surgical services encompassing minimally invasive techniques, urogynecology expertise, obstetric care, and general gynecological procedures
- Delivered acupuncture services to patients with a range of conditions, such as infertility, chronic pain, and mental health disorders
- Designed and implemented Maternal Thromboembolism Prevention Practice Recommendations
- Served as a clinical coordinator overseeing high-risk obstetrics for Chinle and its satellite clinics.
- Played a key role in securing the placement of qualified doctors in remote and rural regions
Medical Student Researcher
Joslin Diabetes Center
Boston, MA
06.2010 - 09.2010
- Conducted interviews and assessed suitability of study participants.
- Submitted weekly writing assignments and study reports.
- Recorded and developed reports on data collected from studies.
- Prepared and presented academic abstract on pediatric type 1 diabetes and family dynamics.
Research Assistant
Women's Health Research Unit-OHSU
Portland, OR
01.2007 - 09.2007
- Managed patient recruitment, consent, scheduling, and follow up for various sensitive family planning studies.
- Organized and maintained records, inventory and materials.
- Monitored experiments and maintained detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
- Cultivated strong relationships with personnel, patients, drug companies, pharmacy, finance and statisticians through the display of compassion and scientific expertise.
Patient Services Staff & Interpreter
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia Willamette
Portland, OR
02.2003 - 06.2006
- Assumed the role of patient advocate and interpreter, ensuring effective communication with Spanish speaking patients.
- Delivered extensive pre and post counseling for HIV and pregnancy tests while displaying proficient understanding of available resources, contraception techniques, pregnancy options, and sexually transmitted infections.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures, RH blood typing, and vital sign assessments as a medical assistant
- Supported physicians in performing patient examinations and delivering medical treatments.
Peace Corps Volunteer
US Peace Corps
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
06.2000 - 06.2002
- Successfully completed a comprehensive three-month training program focused on health education, community development, outreach program planning, and proficiency in French.
- Worked in Nagreongo, a predominantly Muslim village in rural Burkina Faso, requiring full cultural immersion and collaboration with the health management committee. Designed and executed outreach programs to enhance community health.
- Designed and executed programs in family planning, vaccination campaigns, oral rehydration, HIV/AIDS, and Guinea Worm eradication activities.
- Developed and led in-service trainings for new and continuing volunteers
- Cultivated relationships and communicated with nonprofit agencies, schools, and religious agencies to understand community needs.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Acupuncture
Academy of Pain Research
San Francisco, CA07-2023
Residency - Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA07.2017
M.D. - Allopathic Medicine
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2013
Master of Science - Public Health in Developing Countries
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
London, UK03.2009
Bachelor of Arts - General Science
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR12.1999
Honors & Awards
- 2015 Intern Teacher Award UCSF
- 2014 Medical Student Teacher Award USCF
- 2013 Selected for the International Health Opportunities Program to work with communities in implementing a change (Antsirabe, Madagascar)
- 2012 Odland Scholarship for Academic Excellence, University of Washington
- 2011 Odland Scholarship for Academic Excellence, University of Washington
- 2011 University of Washington School of Medicine Service Learning Award
- 2011 Selected to represent University of Washington at the UCSF LGBTQ Health Equity Forum to further develop ways to promote queer issues at UW
- 2011 Selected for the American Medical Student Association's Global Health Leadership Institute with a focus in HIV management strategies in times of crisis. UCSF School of Medicine
- 2010 Selected to represent University of Washington at the 2010 National Hispanic Medical Student Conference in Washington DC where we presented major health concerns of the Latinx community to members of Congress
- 2009 Selected for the International Health Opportunities Program to work with communities and implementing a service project (Lima, Peru)
Presentations
- Diaz C., Volkening, L., Laffel, L.. (2010, August). Pediatric Type I Diabetes: Age, Family Involvement in Diabetes Management, Diabetes-Specific Family Conflict, and Glycemic Control. Poster presented at: NIDDK Research Symposium; Nashville, TN.
- Diaz C.C. (2010, January). Creating Locally Appropriate Hiv/Sexually Transmitted Infection Outreach Materials: An Activity to Empower Peruvian Men Who Have Sex With Men and Transgendered Outreach Workers. Oral Presentation presented at: Western Medical Research Forum; Carmel, CA.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Professional
Timeline
Medical Officer
Chinle Comprehensive Health Care Facility
09.2017 - Current
Medical Student Researcher
Joslin Diabetes Center
06.2010 - 09.2010
Research Assistant
Women's Health Research Unit-OHSU
01.2007 - 09.2007
Patient Services Staff & Interpreter
Planned Parenthood of the Columbia Willamette
02.2003 - 06.2006
Peace Corps Volunteer
US Peace Corps
06.2000 - 06.2002
Certificate of Completion - Acupuncture
Academy of Pain Research
Residency - Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences
University of California, San Francisco
M.D. - Allopathic Medicine
University of Washington
Master of Science - Public Health in Developing Countries
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Bachelor of Arts - General Science
University of Oregon
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