Dharshini Wallooppillai, M.D.
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Retired Internal Medicine Physician adept in clinical diagnosis and patient treatment planning. Demonstrates exceptional teaching and bedside manner. Skilled in medical records management and clinical judgment, ensuring high-quality care and efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Medicine Nursing Home Physician
Self-employeed
06.2006 - 01.2017
- Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
- Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues and staff members, promoting teamwork within the workplace environment.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions.
- Promoted preventive healthcare practices among patients, reducing the overall burden of chronic diseases.
- Diagnosed complex cases by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately, ensuring timely intervention.
- Maintained compassionate bedside manner while communicating diagnoses and treatments with patients and their families.
- Integrated patients' files with robust electronic health record system.
Hospitalist at St David's Round Rock Medical Cente
Self-employeed
08.1998 - 05.2006
- Reduced readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Coordinated patients' admissions and discharges, working closely with family members and case managers to line up any additional care needs.
- Upheld ethical standards in practice by maintaining confidentiality and respecting the autonomy of patients and their families in decision-making processes.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and individualized care plans.
- Expedited diagnosis and treatment by ordering appropriate tests and interpreting results accurately.
- Enhanced hospital efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
- Assured quality of care by conducting regular rounds, reviewing cases, and adjusting treatment plans as needed.
- Demonstrated adaptability during high-stress situations, effectively managing competing priorities to ensure timely attention was given to all patients under my care.
Internal Medicine Faculty Member
Central Texas Medical Foundation
07.1997 - 06.1998
- Evaluated student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately evaluating student progress.
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data-driven analysis to inform instructional decisions and improve academic outcomes.
- Served on college, program and department committees and assisted department head in exercising duties.
- Attended and participated in regular meetings and exercised stewardship in use of college facilities and materials.
- Assessed student performance through a variety of evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lessons, enriching students'' educational experiences.
Internal Medicine Residency/Chief Residency
Central Texas Medical Foundation
06.1993 - 06.1997
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
St Mary's Hospital Medical School
London, United Kingdom01.1993
Skills
- Medical History Taking
- Clinical judgment
- Physical Examinations
- Teaching and Mentoring
- Test Results Interpretation
- Patient treatment planning
- Clinical Diagnosis
- Bedside manner
- Medical Records Management
- Prescription writing
Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine 2017
Timeline
Internal Medicine Nursing Home Physician
Self-employeed
06.2006 - 01.2017
Hospitalist at St David's Round Rock Medical Cente
Self-employeed
08.1998 - 05.2006
Internal Medicine Faculty Member
Central Texas Medical Foundation
07.1997 - 06.1998
Internal Medicine Residency/Chief Residency
Central Texas Medical Foundation
06.1993 - 06.1997
M.D. - Medicine
St Mary's Hospital Medical School