DAVID MYATT MELNICZEK
Pine Grove,CA
Summary
Board certified general surgeon and healthcare entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience leading surgical programs, building a multi-service outpatient clinic, and managing cross-functional teams in community and hospital settings. Demonstrated strength in practice operations, P&L responsibility, strategic growth, and adoption of advanced minimally invasive techniques to improve access and outcomes. Known for consistently delivering results in high-pressure situations, with solid foundation in critical decision-making and patient management. Seeking MBA training to transition into broader leadership roles in healthcare operations, innovation, and strategy.
Board certified general surgeon and healthcare entrepreneur with 20+ years of experience leading surgical programs, building a multi-service outpatient clinic, and managing cross-functional teams in community and hospital settings. Demonstrated strength in practice operations, P&L responsibility, strategic growth, and adoption of advanced minimally invasive techniques to improve access and outcomes. Known for consistently delivering results in high-pressure situations, with solid foundation in critical decision-making and patient management. Seeking MBA training to transition into broader leadership roles in healthcare operations, innovation, and
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Surgeon
Mark Twain Medical Center
San Andreas, CA
12.2019 - Current
- Provide full-spectrum general surgery services in a rural community hospital, helping maintain local access to essential surgical care and reducing outmigration of complex cases. Collaborate with hospital administration and anesthesia, GI, and primary care teams to optimize OR utilization, call coverage, and service availability.
Founder & Lead Surgeon
Sierra Ridge Cosmetic & General Surgery
Jackson, CA
10.2017 - 10.2025
- Founded and scaled a combined general and cosmetic surgery clinic delivering surgery, endoscopy, wound care, and aesthetician services to a regional patient base. Recruited, trained, and supervised a team of 8 staff members, overseeing daily operations, patient experience, workflow design, and compliance. Managed budgeting, vendor relationships, capital equipment purchases, and marketing activities, gaining hands-on experience with P&L and small-business management.
General Surgeon
Sutter Amador Hospital & Surgery Center
Jackson, CA
02.2013 - 10.2025
- Delivered elective and emergency general surgery care in a community hospital setting, balancing independent clinic responsibilities with hospital-employed work. Partnered with hospital leadership on call scheduling, quality initiatives, and expansion of minimally invasive services.
Cosmetic Surgeon
SonoBello
San Ramon/Sacramento, CA
06.2021 - 06.2023
Cosmetic Surgeon
Elite Body Sculpture
Roseville, CA
03.2019 - 09.2019
General Surgeon & Director, Bariatric Surgery Program
Butler Memorial Hospital
Butler, PA
06.2009 - 02.2013
- Led a multidisciplinary bariatric surgery program, coordinating surgeons, dietitians, psychologists, and nursing staff to provide comprehensive obesity care. Developed clinical pathways and follow-up protocols that improved program structure and patient adherence.
- Additional Surgical Roles
General Surgeon
Dubois Regional Medical Center
Dubois, PA
09.2008 - 05.2009
General/Bariatric Surgeon
St. Anthony Hospital
Denver, CO
01.2007 - 08.2008
Education
Fellowship - Cosmetic Surgery
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
Shumway, CA06.2019
General Surgery Residency & Chief Resident - undefined
Lehigh Valley Hospital
PA04.2006
Surgical Internship & Residency - undefined
Exempla St. Joseph Hospital
CO06.2005
Doctor of Medicine - undefined
Jefferson Medical College
Philadelphia, PA06.2003
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Bucknell University
PA05.1993
Skills
- Development of service offerings
- Clinic operations management
- Team leadership
- Budget oversight
- Skilled in complex surgical procedures
- Surgical precision
- Medical documentation
- Wound management
- Emergency management
- Infection control
- Advanced surgical techniques
- Surgical techniques
Affiliations
- American College of Surgeons
- American Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons (past)
- California Academy of Cosmetic Surgeons (past)
- American Medical Association (past)
Certification
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- 92nd percentile, American College of Surgeons Board Certification Exam
- ACLS (renewed 10/2023)
Personal Interests & Service
High-altitude mountaineering, skiing, and outdoor pursuits that develop resilience, risk assessment, and team coordination., Former paragliding pilot; D-rated skydiving license reflecting advanced training and disciplined risk management.
Timeline
Cosmetic Surgeon
SonoBello
06.2021 - 06.2023
General Surgeon
Mark Twain Medical Center
12.2019 - Current
Cosmetic Surgeon
Elite Body Sculpture
03.2019 - 09.2019
Founder & Lead Surgeon
Sierra Ridge Cosmetic & General Surgery
10.2017 - 10.2025
General Surgeon
Sutter Amador Hospital & Surgery Center
02.2013 - 10.2025
General Surgeon & Director, Bariatric Surgery Program
Butler Memorial Hospital
06.2009 - 02.2013
General Surgeon
Dubois Regional Medical Center
09.2008 - 05.2009
General/Bariatric Surgeon
St. Anthony Hospital
01.2007 - 08.2008
General Surgery Residency & Chief Resident - undefined
Lehigh Valley Hospital
Surgical Internship & Residency - undefined
Exempla St. Joseph Hospital
Doctor of Medicine - undefined
Jefferson Medical College
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences
Bucknell University
Fellowship - Cosmetic Surgery
American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery