Dr A C Mathew
Louisville,KY
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Medical Officer
Govt of India
Mumbai, MH
04.2007 - 11.2017
- Provided medical advice and support to patients, families, and healthcare personnel.
- Developed treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis and individual needs.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients and documented findings in patient records.
- Prescribed medications as needed for the treatment of various illnesses or diseases.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or removing cysts or tumors.
- Developed and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high quality patient care.
- Provided medical expertise for the development of policies, procedures, and programs related to medical services.
- Conducted medical examinations and assessments of patients in order to diagnose health problems and determine appropriate treatments.
- Supervised junior medical staff on their day-to-day activities.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and progress of patients.
- Reviewed laboratory results and other diagnostic tests to make accurate diagnoses.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs, allergies, age, gender.
- Monitored patient progress through regular follow-up visits or phone calls.
- Provided guidance on lifestyle changes such as dieting, exercise, smoking cessation, to promote better health outcomes.
- Evaluated new drugs or treatments before prescribing them to patients.
- Educated patients about their illnesses and medications by providing detailed instructions.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient consultations including diagnosis, treatment prescribed, lab results.
- Attended seminars and conferences related to healthcare topics in order to stay up-to-date with latest developments in the field.
- Provided emergency care when needed at hospitals or clinics.
- Performed administrative duties such as preparing budgets and managing departmental resources.
Medical Officer
Govt of india
Mumbai, MH
01.1991 - 03.2007
- Provided medical advice and support to patients, families, and healthcare personnel.
- Developed treatment plans for patients based on diagnosis and individual needs.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients and documented findings in patient records.
- Prescribed medications as needed for the treatment of various illnesses or diseases.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing wounds or removing cysts or tumors.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
- Assisted in emergency situations by providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Educated patients on preventative health care practices, nutrition, and lifestyle choices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data including test results, diagnoses, treatments, allergies.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while performing medical procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests to diagnose conditions or diseases.
- Evaluated test results and implemented appropriate treatments.
- Facilitated referrals to specialists when necessary.
- Participated in research studies related to medical advances.
- Provided guidance and mentorship for junior medical staff members.
- Reviewed new drugs or therapies prior to prescribing them.
- Attended conferences relevant to area of specialty.
- Stayed up-to-date with current trends in medicine through continuing education courses.
- Ordered laboratory tests or imaging studies as needed for diagnosis or treatment planning.
- Provided follow-up care for previously discharged patients.
- Oversaw day-to-day practice functions, patient care, medical and administrative staff and business activities.
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes and delivery of care.
- Leveraged evidence-based expertise to interpret patient symptoms and test results and create individualized plans of care.
- Created plans to achieve organizational goals, promote employee welfare and deliver quality patient care.
- Trained staff to ensure compliance with local, national and federal requirements.
- Managed administrative functions like cost management, utilization reviews, quality assurance and medical protocol development.
- Wrote policies and procedures to establish medical and administrative best practices.
- Developed filing systems to improve patient records management and compliance with HIPAA and related confidentiality guidelines.
- Observed delivery of care and business activities and made recommendations to improve programs, case management and clinical management.
- Controlled financial functions like billing and collections, accounts payable and operational budgets.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging and labeling medications.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
Gynaecologist
Paret Mar Ivaniose Hospital
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala
09.1990 - 11.1990
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Junior Gynaecologist
Holy Family Hospital
Mumbai, MH
10.1988 - 09.1990
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team to define features and build powerful and easy-to-use products and customer-facing workflow tools.
Post Graduate Doctor Intern
Govt Of Kerala
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala
06.1986 - 04.1988
- Educated patients about their conditions and medications prescribed.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes needed for better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Assessed patient's medical history and symptoms to accurately diagnose illnesses.
- Provided preventative care advice to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Prescribed medications and treatments to alleviate patients' health concerns.
- Performed physical exams on patients of all ages.
- Ordered laboratory tests, such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds.
- Reviewed test results to determine diagnosis or course of treatment.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to assess the effectiveness of treatments.
- Evaluated patient progress by reviewing vital signs and medical histories.
- Analyzed data from electronic health records systems to inform decisions about patient care plans.
- Consulted with specialists when necessary for complex diagnoses or treatments.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Advised families on how best to manage chronic diseases like diabetes or asthma.
- Responded quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.
- Facilitated referrals for specialist consultations when appropriate.
- Attended professional development conferences and seminars for continuing education purposes.
- Participated in research studies related to new treatments or cures for disease.
- Served as a mentor for junior doctors in training programs.
- Examined patients and recorded medical histories to use in health assessments and help determine conditions.
- Provided health education to patients, families and colleagues.
- Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Interviewed patients about symptoms and conducted thorough physical examinations.
- Prescribed medications and advised patients about dosage, schedule and possible side effects.
- Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
- Advised patients about diet, hygiene and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and prevent disease.
- Established and maintained relationships with specialists to support patient referrals.
- Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Referred patients with serious medical conditions and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.
- Implemented treatment plans for disorders, heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.
- Evaluated health history and genetic information to recommend preventive healthcare.
- Collaborated closely with fellow medical team members to share knowledge and discuss best courses for treatment.
- Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
- Consulted with specialists and referred patients for more advanced support based on individual needs.
- Completed continuing education programs to maintain certifications.
- Utilized mobile, tablet and laptop technology to inform and educate patients about medical conditions.
- Evaluated nursing notes to confirm accuracy of care provided and patient responses.
- Recommended dietary changes and fitness activities to improve overall health and boost longevity.
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
- Assessed notes by nursing staff for accuracy, completion, services rendered and patient responses.
- Recommended diagnostic and laboratory tests to determine underlying causes for [Type] and [Type] symptoms.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Prescribed medications or treatment regimens to address patient conditions.
- Worked with patients and families to design care plans.
- Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and radiographs.
- Improved patients' wellbeing by advising on medical and lifestyle issues impacting current health.
- Managed ongoing care of patients with chronic issues of varying severity and treatment requirements.
- Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.
- Referred patients to medical specialists, social services or other necessary resources.
- Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
- Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses.
- Met with patients to determine specific medication, treatment and recovery needs.
- Admitted patients for hospital stays.
- Explained potential prognoses of diseases or traumatic conditions.
- Diagnosed patients and administered medications on strict schedules.
- Met with patients to discuss needs, conduct tests and evaluate clinical presentations.
- Consulted on outside cases with generalists and specialists needing specific expertise.
- Oversaw team of healthcare staff to keep operations in compliance with regulatory and care standards.
- Directed and delegated workflow of nurses and residents.
- Immunized patients to reduce transmission of preventable diseases.
Lecturer
Govt Medical College Hospital
Trichur,Kerala, Kerala
06.1985 - 05.1986
- Conducted research and wrote scholarly articles for publication in academic journals.
- Developed syllabi, lesson plans and lecture materials for courses taught.
- Provided guidance to students on course selection, career planning, and other educational matters.
- Delivered lectures to undergraduate and graduate classes of varying sizes.
- Assigned grades based upon student performance in class assignments and exams.
- Organized study groups and provided additional instruction outside of the classroom as needed.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, presentations, projects, or other assessments.
- Mentored graduate students with their research projects and dissertations.
- Involved in departmental activities such as curriculum development, faculty meetings, advising sessions.
- Participated in faculty committees related to department initiatives and college-wide policies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching methods to engage students.
- Created a positive learning environment by actively engaging with all students during class time.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay up-to-date on best practices in higher education.
- Advised student clubs and organizations related to field of specialization.
- Reviewed textbooks for content accuracy before recommending them for adoption.
- Integrated technology into the classroom experience where appropriate.
- Researched current trends in the field of study and incorporated new information into lectures.
- Facilitated discussion forums among students on topics related to course material.
- Compiled feedback from students regarding course evaluations and implemented changes accordingly.
- Supervised independent studies conducted by individual students or small groups of students.
- Created instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
- Utilized diverse teaching methods, lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
- Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
- Evaluated student progress, delivering feedback for individual improvement.
- Selected innovative teaching methods to deliver course content.
- Developed lectures to accommodate for different learning styles, maximizing students' comprehension.
- Tailored lectures to meet student needs, emphasizing skills and concepts necessary for professional and academic success.
- Identified areas of difficulty for students, developing additional resources for review.
- Designed, planned and carried out lesson plans incorporating diverse learning aids and activities.
- Assisted students during office hours to review material, explain exam questions and answer concerns.
- Engaged with students outside of lecture halls and classrooms through discussions and small group sessions.
- Promoted excitement among students in classroom through delivery of interesting topics.
- Collaborated with fellow lecturers to design course content and teaching policies.
- Organized activities and class events to drive learning objectives and promote engagement.
- Developed clear course syllabus incorporating essential content and responding to student interests.
- Explained concepts through variety of methods, utilizing visual aids and analogies for key material.
- Reviewed and selected textbooks for content and readability, supplementing readings with current literature and research.
- Used exams, quizzes and projects to assess how well students grasped learning material and concepts.
- Applied creative instruction methods to promote student learning objectives.
- Encouraged students to actively participate in class through positive reinforcement and engagement techniques.
- Improved classroom teaching methods by observing fellow educators and learning new techniques.
- Built life-long learning skills and strong study habits in students to help each prepare for higher-level education.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to promote positive and welcoming learning environment.
- Identified valuable online resources to use in conjunction with lectures and coursework.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
- Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
- Tutored students requiring additional assistance in mastering concepts.
- Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments and distributed to students on first day of class.
- Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.
- Participated in continuing development and training to bolster professional teaching skills.
- Cultivated collaborative and innovative learning environment to meet each student's unique educational needs.
- Collaborated with professor to manage education projects from start to finish.
- Adapted methods of instruction and classroom materials to address individual student needs.
- Supervised dissertational research work to assist research publication process.
- Provided letters of recommendation and other referrals to students pursuing further education programs or postgraduate employment.
- Directed full classrooms of students to develop various kinds of research.
- Collaborated with other subject and grade-level teachers to build complementary educational frameworks for students.
- Maintained school-wide culture of respect and actively used positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS) disciplinary methods.
- Promoted safe and clean classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group needs.
Resident Medical Officer
Cheriyapally Hospital ,
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala
01.1984 - 05.1984
- Assessed and managed patients in the Emergency Department.
- Conducted physical examinations of patients and ordered diagnostic tests as required.
- Provided medical advice to other health professionals, such as nurses and allied health staff.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and patient records according to hospital protocols.
- Carried out ward rounds and discussed cases with consultants and other healthcare professionals.
- Prescribed medications, monitored their effectiveness and advised on any side effects or interactions with other drugs.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Performed minor surgical procedures including suturing, wound debridement, incision and drainage of abscesses.
- Managed medical emergencies in the department, stabilizing patients before transfer or admission to a higher level of care if necessary.
- Responded quickly to requests for urgent assessments from nursing staff on wards or departments within the hospital complex.
- Provided education to junior doctors, interns, medical students and nursing staff about clinical management of various illnesses and conditions.
- Advised on appropriate discharge planning for patients leaving the hospital setting.
- Ensured that all relevant clinical investigations were completed prior to discharge.
- Reviewed new referrals from GPs, community services or other hospitals.
- Developed treatment plans for long-term conditions such as diabetes or asthma.
- Attended outpatient clinics where appropriate for follow-up care after discharge.
- Provided support to families regarding end-of-life decisions when needed.
- Delivered lectures on topics related to medicine at regular intervals throughout the year.
- Organized educational seminars on current treatments and advances in medicine.
- Monitored patient progress during admissions and made changes if necessary based on observations and results of tests and investigations.
- Gathered patient history information, performed physical examinations and collected vitals to gain complete picture and properly assess conditions.
- Performed routine patient care functions and provided emergency response.
- Completed clinical procedures such as administering IV drugs.
- Updated patient prescriptions and provided written papers or transmitted orders electronically.
- Provided patients with in-depth education on all aspects of healthcare examinations and treatments.
- Oversaw day-to-day practice functions, patient care, medical and administrative staff and business activities.
- Leveraged evidence-based expertise to interpret patient symptoms and test results and create individualized plans of care.
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes and delivery of care.
- Created plans to achieve organizational goals, promote employee welfare and deliver quality patient care.
- Trained staff to ensure compliance with local, national and federal requirements.
- Observed delivery of care and business activities and made recommendations to improve programs, case management and clinical management.
- Drove business development and relationship building to achieve business goals.
- Developed filing systems to improve patient records management and compliance with HIPAA and related confidentiality guidelines.
- Managed administrative functions like cost management, utilization reviews, quality assurance and medical protocol development.
- Wrote policies and procedures to establish medical and administrative best practices.
- Controlled financial functions like billing and collections, accounts payable and operational budgets.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
- Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
- Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Built work schedules and staff assignments, taking workload, space and equipment availability into consideration.
- Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Developed medical programs that promoted community health and research.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
- Updated procedures necessary for compounding, mixing, packaging and labeling medications.
- Reviewed non-contracted instrumentation for spine surgeries and initiated vendor contract evaluations in conjunction with operations staff and orthopedic spine and neurological spine specialists.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Obstetrics And Gynaecology - Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Govt Medical College Kottayam Kerala
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala 04.1989
High School Diploma -
B C M College Kottayam Kerala
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala 04.1975
MBBS - Medicine Surgery Gynaecology Paedatrics
Govt Medical College Kottayam
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala 04.1984
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
B C M College , Kottayam Kerala
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala 04.1978
SSLC -
V I Mathen S High School
Kottayam Kerala , Kerala 03.1973
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Patient Health Education
- Case Management
- HIPAA
- Practice Management
- Patient Relations
- Patient Relationship Management
- Clinical Instruction
- Diagnostic Testing
- Patient Records Administration
- Talent Recruitment
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Strategic Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Discharge Planning
- Improving Clinical Quality Outcomes
- Staff Development
- Clinical Education
- Diagnosing Patients
- Patient Care
- Records Management
- Clinic Administration
Timeline
Senior Medical Officer
Govt of India
04.2007 - 11.2017
Medical Officer
Govt of india
01.1991 - 03.2007
Gynaecologist
Paret Mar Ivaniose Hospital
09.1990 - 11.1990
Junior Gynaecologist
Holy Family Hospital
10.1988 - 09.1990
Post Graduate Doctor Intern
Govt Of Kerala
06.1986 - 04.1988
Lecturer
Govt Medical College Hospital
06.1985 - 05.1986
Resident Medical Officer
Cheriyapally Hospital ,
01.1984 - 05.1984
Post Graduate Diploma in Obstetrics And Gynaecology - Obstetrics And Gynaecology
Govt Medical College Kottayam Kerala
High School Diploma -
B C M College Kottayam Kerala
MBBS - Medicine Surgery Gynaecology Paedatrics
Govt Medical College Kottayam
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
B C M College , Kottayam Kerala
SSLC -
V I Mathen S High School