Donna Lang
Charlotte,NC
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
Dermatology, Laser & Veins of the Carolinas
06.2008 - 04.2019
- Provided dermatologic care in a multi-physican practice. Responsible for patient histories, physical exams, treatment plans, ordered and interpreted laboratory and diagnostic tests, performed skin cancer screenings, cryotherapy, shave and punch biopsies, intralesional injections, Mohs surgery consultations, surgical excisions, and laser procedures.
- Performed clinical trial research screenings and physical exams.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
- Prescribed medications to patients to treat conditions and alleviate symptoms.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Recorded patient history to accurately track conditions, progress and diagnosis for comprehensive medical records.
- Established continuity of care by completing patient management plans and paperwork by deadlines.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialty providers.
Physician Assistant
Ohio State University
01.2007 - 05.2008
- First outpatient physician assistant hired at Ohio State University Department of Dermatology.
- Provided dermatologic care including patient histories, physical exams, skin cancer screenings, cryotherapy, biopsies, intralesional injections, nd assisted with surgical excisions in a multi-physican University affiliated practice at two separate locations.
- Participated in didactic lectures, grand rounds, and journal reviews with supervising physicians and dermatology department residents.
- Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
- Assisted physicians during surgeries and other medical procedures to treat patients appropriately and safely.
- Maintained patient confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Project Coordinator
University of Pittsburgh
05.2002 - 08.2004
- Created and managed research study database including data entry and analysis vital for study progress and NIH approval.
- Consented patients into the study and performed medical record chart reviews.
- Expedited IRB grant submissions, renewals, and modifications for multiple studies.
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.
Education
Certificate Of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach - Integrative Nutrition
Institute For Integrative Nutrition
11.2022
Masters - Physician Assistant Studies
Chatham College
Pittsburgh, PA08.2006
Bachelor Of Science - Biology
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA12.1999
Skills
- Chart preparation
- Interpreting laboratory results
- Medication, Nutritional and Lifestyle Counseling
- EMR / EHR
- Educating patients
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Physician Assistants, 2004- present
Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, 2007-present
Professional Licensure and Certifications
Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2006, 2012, 2017
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Dermatology, Laser & Veins of the Carolinas
06.2008 - 04.2019
Physician Assistant
Ohio State University
01.2007 - 05.2008
Project Coordinator
University of Pittsburgh
05.2002 - 08.2004
Certificate Of Integrative Nutrition Health Coach - Integrative Nutrition
Institute For Integrative Nutrition
Masters - Physician Assistant Studies
Chatham College
Bachelor Of Science - Biology
University of Pittsburgh
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