Dawn Brittany Spelman-Ojeda, M.D.
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Experienced family medicine physician with 14 years clinical practice in diverse settings. Committed to providing patient- and family-centered care utilizing strong communication skills and analytical proficiency. Focused team-player able to collaborate with clinical staff to deliver exemplary care and service to patients. Dedicated to lifelong personal development and ongoing practice improvement to meet current and future challenges facing the healthcare profession.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Medicine Physician
Crossover Health
11.2020 - 10.2023
- Participating in an integrated care model, collaborated with licensed clinical social workers and marital counselors, licensed nutritionists, physical therapists, and chiropractors to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Ordered and executed various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
- Referred patients to medical specialists for consultant services when necessary for patient's well-being.
- Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
- Maintained most chronic disease metrics above the national average for a patient panel of 1300 individuals
- Teamed with other established providers in the onboarding and training of new providers.
Center Medical Director
Nova Medical Centers
07.2018 - 04.2020
- 40 hours per week
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with work related injury managing from treatment initiation through to completion
- Worked closely with center physical therapists equipping patients with tools and knowledge needed for rapid and sustained recovery from injury
- Identified alternative pain control methods to avoid use of opioids and other overly-abused narcotics
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Partnered with pre-authorization staff, referral coordinators, nurse case managers, and insurance adjusters/utilization managers to preempt disruptions in patient care and address as these occurred
- Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners certified providing Department of Transportation examinations
- Performed routine pre-employment examinations including interpretation of spirometry for OSHA respiratory medical evaluation and audiometry for OSHA hearing conservation evaluation, return to work examinations, and fitness for duty examinations
Family Medicine Physician
Providence Express Care - Ascension Medical Group
04.2015 - 03.2018
- 150 hours per month, 37.5 hours per week/averaged over 4 weeks (not including overtime)
- Exhibited dedication to organizational mission and maintaining access to care by providing 185 overtime hours in 2016 and 606 overtime hours in 2017 during provider shortages
- Delivered medical services to as many as sixty patients daily in walk-in clinic setting with provision of appropriate diagnosis and treatment for illnesses and injuries
- Acutely managed pediatric and adult allergic angioedema, allergic bronchospasm, allergic urticaria; pediatric and adult asthma exacerbation; pediatric and adult pneumonia; COPD exacerbation; pediatric febrile seizure; chest pain; and medication overdose/intoxication with appropriate office-based treatments for stabilization and transfer to higher level of care
- Thoroughly reviewed patients' medical records to gain insight into presenting complaint and to guide therapy based on past treatment successes and failures
- Ordered and executed diagnostic tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions followed by administration of appropriate course of treatment and/or specialty referral as warranted
- Established effective patient-relationships to ensure provision of exceptional care utilizing interpersonal communication, focused examination, and analysis of diagnostic test results
- Conscientiously educated patients regarding their diagnosis, prescribed therapy, home care for symptom reduction, hygiene, and effective disease prevention methods
- Performed procedural services including interpretation of electrocardiography, incision and drainage of abscesses, foreign body removal from conjunctiva/ear/nose/skin, fluorescein corneal examination, laceration repair, reduction of pediatric radial head dislocation, and uncomplicated fracture immobilization
- In 2017, precepted 100 clinical hours each for two family nurse practitioner students expanding their clinical knowledge base for acute family medicine care provision
Family Medicine Physician
Copperas Cove Medical Home - Darnall Army Medical Center
02.2014 - 01.2015
- 40 hours per week
- Provided acute care, preventive care and disease management services to patients aged six weeks to sixty-five years in primary care clinic setting
- Reviewed medical records before and during visit to understand health history, record actions, and maintain accurate information
- Adeptly engaged patients and families through appropriately phrased counseling about lifestyle modification, prescription medications, diagnostic testing, and specialty referrals
- Proficiently managed mood disorders with appropriate pharmacotherapy and generalized psychological counseling
- Independently contracted through Sterling Medical Group from February through June 2014 then through Professional Performance Medical Group from July 2014 to January 2015
Family Medicine Physician
Vance Air Force Base - Medical Group
08.2009 - 11.2013
- 40 hours per week
- Provided acute care, preventive care and disease management services to adolescent and adult patients in primary care clinic setting
- Patient-Centered Medical Home instituted December 2011 showing consistent improvement in preventive care and disease management metrics, HEDIS knowledgeable
- During fiscal year 2012-2013, provided team-based care to 2,500 patients maintaining patient satisfaction rate above 95%
- Led Family Health Clinic team from May 2012 to September 2013 achieving top rankings among Air Education and Training Command bases for providing Tdap and zoster vaccinations; cervical cancer screening; and HgA1c and LDL screening and control
Locums - Family Medicine Physician
BCFS
07.2020 - 08.2020
- 12 hours daily 07/17/20-08/01/20
- Provided supportive medical care for individuals with COVID-19 at an Alternate Care Site
- Independently contracted through Western Healthcare, L.L.C.
Independent - Center Medical and Lab Director
Talecris Plasma Resources - Grifols
01.2018 - 05.2018
- 8 hours per week
- Provided clinical oversight for center medical staff consisting of six registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and emergency medical technicians
- Delegated authority to clinical team members to determine donor suitability for plasma donation according to established standards and to manage donor adverse events
- Administered knowledge assessments and competency testing for certification of center medical staff
- Cooperated with center medical, quality and management staff to ensure donor satisfaction and compliance with set standards of state, national, and international agencies
- Achieved high staff morale and retention utilizing effective communication, prompt problem resolution strategies, and proactive supervisory practices
- Participated in facility surveys and inspections made by Grifols Corporate departments as well as authorized state, national, and international agencies
- Ensured quality control and maintenance standards met for total protein measurement using digital refractometers
Locums - Telehealth Physician
MDLIVE Incorporated
02.2018 - 04.2018
- 0-16 hours per week
- Provided telehealth services to pediatric and adult patients in Texas by video conference or telephonic communication
- Managed conditions amenable to treatment by telehealth based on medical evidence or precedent for successful management based on peer-reviewed guidelines or expert opinion
- Obtained complete history and provider-directed patient self-examination as indicated by patient complaint and medical history
- Adhered to evidence-based guidelines for treatment utilizing principles of antibiotic stewardship
- Communicated appropriate disposition including required follow up and discussion of clinical signs that would warrant in-person evaluation
- Referred patients to appropriate level of in-person care as indicated by severity and acuity of presenting condition
- Independently contracted through Barton Associates, Inc.
Locums - Family Medicine Physician
Cody Regional Health Walk-In Clinic
10.2016 - 10.2016
- 35 hours over 4 shifts
- Delivered medical services to as many as forty patients daily in walk-in clinic setting with provision of appropriate diagnosis and treatment for illnesses and injuries
- Performed procedural services including interpretation of electrocardiography, incision and drainage of abscesses, foreign body removal from conjunctiva/ear/nose/skin, laceration repair, and uncomplicated fracture immobilization
- Independently contracted from October 14 through 17, 2016, through Barton Associates, Inc.
Locums - GILENYA@Home Physician Provider
U.S. Medical Management
05.2015 - 05.2018
- 0-10 8 hour visits plus travel per month depending on need
- Provided in-home observation and monitoring services to identify and treat symptomatic bradycardia and/or other arrhythmias or conduction disturbances for patients starting Gilenya treatment for Multiple Sclerosis
- Appropriately identified patients requiring higher level of care and coordinated transfer by emergency medical services
- Independently contracted through Barton Associates, Inc.
Locums - Family Medicine Physician
Doctors Express
12.2013 - 02.2014
- 10-20 hours per week
- Delivered medical services to as many as sixty patients daily in walk-in clinic setting with provision of appropriate diagnosis and treatment for illnesses and injuries
- Performed procedural services including interpretation of electrocardiography, incision and drainage of abscesses, foreign body removal from conjunctiva/ear/nose/skin, laceration repair, and uncomplicated fracture immobilization
- Independently contracted through Martin Fletcher Locums/Parallon LLC.
Education
Internship and Residency -
Texas A&M Scott & White Family Medicine Residency Program
Temple, Texas06.2009
Doctorate of Medicine -
University of Texas Medical School At Houston
Houston, Texas05.2006
Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Chemistry
University of St. Thomas
Houston, Texas05.2000
Skills
- Active, empathic listener
- Sound problem sensitivity
- Strong customer focus
- Meticulous record manager
- Telehealth experience
- Urgent care experience
- Occupational medicine experience
- COLA laboratory director certified
Licensure
Texas Medical Board since October 2008
American Board of Family Medicine Certified since December 2009
Wyoming Medical Board from October 2016 to October 2018
Military Experience
Major, United States Air Force, 07/2012-11/2013
Captain, United States Air Force, 07/2009-06/2012
Vance Air Force Base - Medical Group ‒ Enid, Oklahoma
- Provided acute care services and performed annual periodic health assessments for active duty military, military reserve, and National Guard reserve members
- Performed medical fitness for duty evaluations including medical evaluation board summaries, overseas and remote assignment medical clearance for active duty and family members, and documenting medical necessity for exceptional family member program qualifying conditions
Professional Memberships
American Medical Association 2000-2019
American Academy of Family Physicians since 2009
Texas Medical Association from 2000-2006 and since 12/2013
Texas Academy of Family Physicians since 2015
Uniformed Services Academy of Family Physicians from 06/2009-11/2013
References
In order to respect the individuals' privacy, references will be made available upon request.
Timeline
Family Medicine Physician
Crossover Health
11.2020 - 10.2023
Locums - Family Medicine Physician
BCFS
07.2020 - 08.2020
Center Medical Director
Nova Medical Centers
07.2018 - 04.2020
Locums - Telehealth Physician
MDLIVE Incorporated
02.2018 - 04.2018
Independent - Center Medical and Lab Director
Talecris Plasma Resources - Grifols
01.2018 - 05.2018
Locums - Family Medicine Physician
Cody Regional Health Walk-In Clinic
10.2016 - 10.2016
Locums - GILENYA@Home Physician Provider
U.S. Medical Management
05.2015 - 05.2018
Family Medicine Physician
Providence Express Care - Ascension Medical Group
04.2015 - 03.2018
Family Medicine Physician
Copperas Cove Medical Home - Darnall Army Medical Center
02.2014 - 01.2015
Locums - Family Medicine Physician
Doctors Express
12.2013 - 02.2014
Family Medicine Physician
Vance Air Force Base - Medical Group
08.2009 - 11.2013
Internship and Residency -
Texas A&M Scott & White Family Medicine Residency Program
Doctorate of Medicine -
University of Texas Medical School At Houston
Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Chemistry
University of St. Thomas
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