Dermaliz Pagan
Gaithersburg,Maryland
Summary
Dedicated professional with 7 years of clinical experience, Specialising in general surgeon. Best practices in healthcare, supports medical research and elevates existing standards. Highly skilled with extensive background . Proven success coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to achieve medical targets. Uses research-based techniques and cutting-edge instruments to improve Specialised healthcare. General surgeon and laparoscopy Doctor of medicine Foreing medical graduate and physician- WES Certificaction, ECFMG certificaction in progress, BLS certification, surgical assistant certification in process.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
First Surgical Assistant
Hospital Docente SEMMA
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Arranged supplies and instrumentation to meet needs of individual surgeons and enhance team efficiency.
- Protected patients from infection by setting up and managing sterile operating fields.
- Quickly responded to emergency situations during procedures with life-saving aid.
- Kept views unobstructed by retracting, sponging and suctioning surgical sites.
- Applied antiseptics and sterile dressings to cover surgical locations and boost healing.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Gowned and gloved staff to help team prepare for surgeries.
- Minimized surgical bleeding with skilled ligation and clamping of blood vessels.
- Verified identity of patient or operative site.
- Clamped, ligated or cauterized blood vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry using hemostatic clamps, suture ligatures or electrocautery equipment.
- Applied sutures, staples or other materials to close skin, facial or subcutaneous wound layers.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Cirujano General Y Laparoscopista
Hospital Docente SEMMA
Santo Domingo, Republica Dominicana
04.2018 - 09.2022
- Monitored patient health condition after surgery by coordinating follow-up meetings with patient.
- Informed patients of risks prior to procedures to assist families and patients in making educated decisions for personal care.
- Ordered and analyzed tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
- Operated on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries and prevent and treat diseases.
- Made informed decisions of therapeutic intervention based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence and clinical judgment.
- Administered treatments before surgeries to alleviate pain and manage patient conditions.
- Perform rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Educated patients on recovery methods and times.
- Gathered medical history and addressed patient questions and concerns regarding health and treatment.
- Performed emergency surgeries like appendectomy, cholecystectomy and hernia.
- Reviewed test results and identified abnormal findings.
- Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.
- Performed preventive and elective surgeries.
- Counseled patients on preventive healthcare, discussing proper nutrition, hygiene and exercise.
- Supervised trainees, medical students, residents and fellows to help each achieve proficiency in field.
- Collaborated with other medical professionals to check patient wishes and care.
- Conducted medical research on various diseases and methods of treatment.
- Administered pain relief medication.
- Designed treatment plans for patients.
General Surgeon and laparoscopy
Hospital Cuidad Juan Bosh
Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
04.2018 - 09.2022
- Coordinator of surgical deparment
- General Surgeon and laparoscopy
- Monitored patient health condition after surgery by coordinating follow-up meetings with patient.
- Ordered and analyzed tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
- Made informed decisions of therapeutic intervention based on patient information and preferences, up-to-date scientific evidence and clinical judgment.
- Performed rounds per to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Gathered medical history and addressed patient questions and concerns regarding health and treatment.
- Performed emergency surgeries like, appendectomy, cholecystectomy and Hernia.
- Thoroughly assessed patients to identify medical condition and level of surgical risk.
- Reviewed test results and identified abnormal findings.
- Performed preventive and elective surgeries.
Doctor of medicine
Hospital Docente SEMMA
Santo Domingo, Republica Dominicana
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Worked as part of team of physicians, nurses or other healthcare professionals to manage patient care by assisting with medical procedures or related duties.
Optical Technician
Pearl Vision
Carolina, , Puerto Rico
04.1996 - 07.1998
- Filed claims with vision and medical insurance companies to garner payment for optical services.
- Set up attractive displays, shared current promotions and offered excellent customer service to increase satisfaction.
- Suggested optional items such as lens coatings and lightweight lenses to improve patient experience with eyeglasses.
- Calibrated seg heights, vertex and pupillary distance and pantoscopic tilt to customize eyeglass orders and create perfect fit.
- Aided patients in selection of flattering eyeglass frames appropriate for prescription and style preferences.
- Instructed patients on proper insertion, removal and cleaning techniques for contact lenses.
- Measured patients' faces for bridge, eye size and temple length to select comfortable frames.
- Contacted patients when eyeglasses or contact lenses arrived in store and used to assist with final fitting.
- Recorded measures accurately and placed orders with eyeglass manufacturers.
- Operated lensometers to orient and mark uncut lenses for eyeglasses.
- Learned new catalog of items to present current options to patients.
- Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
- Performed ancillary testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
- Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
- Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
- Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
- Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
- Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
- Acquainted patients with procedures and explained purpose of testing to establish consent.
- Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
- Communicated with ophthalmic companies to keep inventory at appropriate levels.
- Participated in community vision screenings and outreach programs to promote optometry services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
Universidad Central Del Este UCE
San Pedro De Macoris, Republica Dominicana11.2020
Ph.D. - General Surgeon
Universidad Autonoma Santo Domingo UASD
Santo Domingo, Republica Dominicana06.2016
Ph.D. - Doctor in Medicine
Universidad Central Del Este UCE
San Pedro De Macoris, Republica Dominicana02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Optometric Technology
Puerto Rico Technical Junior College Inc
San Juan, PR07.1997
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Total Quality Improvement
- Patient Care Optimization
- Preventive Healthcare
- General Surgery
- Compassionate Care
- Appendectomy Procedures
- Patient Diagnosis
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Operating Room Preparations
- Operational Procedures
- Safety Protocols
- Infection Control Procedures
- Emergency Surgery
- Floor Assignments
- Surgical Instruments
- Patient Interviews
- Quality Control Procedures
- Problem Resolution
- Perioperative Care
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Advanced Tissue Handling
- Vascular and Thoracic Surgeries
- Post-Acute and Long-Term Care
- Board Certified surgical assistant
- Physical Examinations
- Asepsis and Instrument Identification
Websites
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
First Surgical Assistant
Hospital Docente SEMMA
01.2020 - 09.2022
Cirujano General Y Laparoscopista
Hospital Docente SEMMA
04.2018 - 09.2022
General Surgeon and laparoscopy
Hospital Cuidad Juan Bosh
04.2018 - 09.2022
Doctor of medicine
Hospital Docente SEMMA
09.2017 - 01.2020
Optical Technician
Pearl Vision
04.1996 - 07.1998
Associate of Applied Science - Health Management And Clinical Assistance
Universidad Central Del Este UCE
Ph.D. - General Surgeon
Universidad Autonoma Santo Domingo UASD
Ph.D. - Doctor in Medicine
Universidad Central Del Este UCE
Bachelor of Science - Optometric Technology
Puerto Rico Technical Junior College Inc
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