Dynamic healthcare leader with extensive expertise in clinical operations management at USCENTCOM Clinic. Demonstrated success in patient care coordination and advocacy, spearheading initiatives that elevate quality care. Proficient in formulating comprehensive policies while promoting team collaboration, guaranteeing optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure settings.
Work History
Locum Tenes
1 Month
Margaret Theodore MD | 10.2026 - 11.2026
Delivered exceptional service and focused attention to customers during face-to-face interactions and phone conversations.
Medical Director
2 Years 5 Months
USCENTCOM Clinic | 08.2022 - 01.2025
Advocated for patient needs while aligning with organizational goals in clinic setting.
Directed clinical operations to deliver quality patient care at USCENTCOM Clinic.
Senior Flight Surgeon
4 Years
Flight Medicine Clinic | 08.2018 - 08.2022
Performed comprehensive medical evaluations for pilots and aircrew members.
Provided expertise on aircraft safety issues regarding human performance limitations and environmental hazards.
Advised senior leadership on optimizing aircrew performance through evidence-based strategies.
Commander
3 Years
USA | 05.2015 - 05.2018
Supervised establishment of pioneering robotic surgical suite for US Air Force.
Commander
2 Years
USA | 05.2013 - 05.2015
Directed operations of 8 clinics with 250 personnel, ensuring quality health care for diverse population.
Chief Medical Officer
2 Years
USA | 05.2011 - 05.2013
Developed initiatives aimed at attaining organizational objectives, fostering employee well-being, and providing exceptional patient care.
Chief Medical Flying Officer
2 Years 10 Months
USA | 07.2008 - 05.2011
Created robust policies and procedures pertaining to aviation medicine best practices and standards of care.
President of the House Staff, Family Medicine Resident
1 Year
Malcolm Grow | 05.2007 - 05.2008
Supervised daily operations and workflow for residents, ensuring quality patient care.
Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in resident management.
2 Years
Family Medicine Residency Program | 05.2005 - 05.2007
Cultivated knowledge base via continuous learning and specialized training.
Flight Surgeon
1 Year 2 Months
Republic of Korea | 02.2004 - 04.2005
Conducted thorough medical evaluations for aircrew and support personnel.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance pilot health and readiness.
Flight Surgeon
2 Years 8 Months
USA | 06.2001 - 02.2004
Performed comprehensive medical evaluations for aircrew and support personnel.
Educated personnel on health risks associated with aviation environments and operations.
Surgical Internship
1 Year
Baptist Medical Systems | 05.2000 - 05.2001
Delivered medical care to patients pre- and post-surgery while fulfilling educational requirements expected from an intern.
Registered Nurse, NICU
5 Months
Univ of Texas Medical Branch Hospital | 12.1999 - 05.2000
Delivered comprehensive care to critically ill newborns in high-pressure NICU setting.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate tailored care plans for infants.
Medical Student
4 Years 7 Months
Univ of Texas Medical Branch | 04.1995 - 11.1999
Participated in lectures and workshops to expand medical knowledge and skills.
Shadowed experienced physicians to learn best practices in patient care.
Assisted attending with history and physicals, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
Registered Nurse, Transport Coordinator, ECMO Specialist, Neonatal ICU
5 Years
Wilford Hall Medical Center | 04.1990 - 04.1995
Delivered direct patient care in high-pressure neonatal intensive care unit.
Acted swiftly during emergencies, addressing cardiac arrest and hypotension incidents.
Supported extracorporeal circulation, ensuring stable patient conditions in critical situations.
Registered Nurse, Neonatal ICU
3 Years 7 Months
Keesler Medical Center | 09.1986 - 04.1990
Monitored vital signs of critically ill neonates in fast-paced ICU environment.
Administered medications and treatments prescribed by neonatologists and pediatricians.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate comprehensive patient care plans for infants.
Education
Doctorate in Medicine
Univ of Texas Medical Branch | Galveston, TX | 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alabama | 05.1986
Skills
Clinical operations management
Patient care coordination
Healthcare administration
Family medicine
Affiliations
Florida Academy of Family Physicians, 10/01/18, Present
American Academy of Family Physicians, 08/01/08, Present
Uniformed Services Academy of Family Physicians, 06/01/05, 06/01/18
Certification
Diplomat, American Board of Family Medicine, 08/01/08, Present
Diplomat, American Board of Family Medicine, 07/01/08, 12/01/15
State of Indiana Medical License, Unrestricted, 08/01/02, Present
State of Florida Medical License, Unrestricted, 06/01/25, Present
Timeline
Locum Tenes
Margaret Theodore MD
10.2026 - 11.2026Read More
Medical Director
USCENTCOM Clinic
08.2022 - 01.2025Read More
Senior Flight Surgeon
Flight Medicine Clinic
08.2018 - 08.2022Read More
Commander
USA
05.2015 - 05.2018Read More
Commander
USA
05.2013 - 05.2015Read More
Chief Medical Officer
USA
05.2011 - 05.2013Read More
Chief Medical Flying Officer
USA
07.2008 - 05.2011Read More
President of the House Staff, Family Medicine Resident
Malcolm Grow
05.2007 - 05.2008Read More
Family Medicine Residency Program
05.2005 - 05.2007Read More
Flight Surgeon
Republic of Korea
02.2004 - 04.2005Read More
Flight Surgeon
USA
06.2001 - 02.2004Read More
Surgical Internship
Baptist Medical Systems
05.2000 - 05.2001Read More
Registered Nurse, NICU
Univ of Texas Medical Branch Hospital
12.1999 - 05.2000Read More
Medical Student
Univ of Texas Medical Branch
04.1995 - 11.1999Read More
Registered Nurse, Transport Coordinator, ECMO Specialist, Neonatal ICU
Wilford Hall Medical Center
04.1990 - 04.1995Read More
Registered Nurse, Neonatal ICU
Keesler Medical Center
09.1986 - 04.1990Read More
Univ of Texas Medical Branch
Doctorate in Medicine
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University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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HONORS AND AWARDS
Air Force Medical Service, Chief of the Medical Staff, Excellence Award, 08/01/12
ADON and Regional Director of Clinical Services at Atlas Rehabilitation and HealthcareADON and Regional Director of Clinical Services at Atlas Rehabilitation and Healthcare