Allison Fuentes

Committed and empathetic resident physician specializing in family medicine with over four years of progressive clinical experience. Skilled in providing patient-focused care to diverse populations, emphasizing chronic disease management, preventive health, and patient education. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient outcomes, including achieving a 25% increase in preventive screenings at a community clinic. Possesses a robust research background with three peer-reviewed publications on healthcare equity and strategies to improve patient compliance.

Enhancing Preventive Care in Underserved Communities

Florida International University (2023)

• Designed and implemented a study assessing the impact of community-based health education programs on preventive care adherence, enrolling over 150 participants.
• Analyzed data showing a 25% improvement in vaccination rates and a 20% increase in cancer screening compliance within six months.

Improving Chronic Disease Management Outcomes

Florida International University (2021)

• Conducted a retrospective analysis of over 300 patient records to evaluate the effectiveness of telemedicine interventions in managing diabetes and hypertension.
• Identified a 15% reduction in HbA1c levels and a 12% improvement in blood pressure control rates among telemedicine users.

Evaluating the Effectiveness of Group Wellness Visits in Family Medicine

Florida International University (2019)

• Designed and implemented a study on the impact of group wellness visits for managing chronic conditions, enrolling over 50 patients with diabetes and hypertension.
• Found a 30% increase in patient engagement and a 20% improvement in health outcomes, including reduced HbA1c levels and lower blood pressure readings.

• Fuentes A, Patel R, Chen L. The impact of group wellness visits on chronic disease management in primary care settings. Ann Fam Med. 2023;21(4):320-326. doi:10.1370/afm.2987
• Fuentes A, Johnson K, Lee M. Barriers to preventive screenings in underserved urban populations: A mixed-methods study. J Am Board Fam Med. 2023;36(2):145-152. doi:10.3122/jabfm.2023.02.210379
• Fuentes A, Gonzalez P, Thomas R. Telemedicine's role in improving patient outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic: A retrospective study in family medicine. Fam Med. 2022;54(9):712-718. doi:10.22454/FamMed.2022.220909

• “Enhancing Chronic Disease Management Through Group Wellness Visits: A Family Medicine Approach” - Presented at the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Annual Conference, 2023.
• Addressing Barriers to Preventive Screenings in Urban Populations”-Presented at the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM) Spring Conference, 2022.
• “Telemedicine Implementation in Family Medicine During the COVID-19 Pandemic”- Presented at the Family Medicine Experience (FMX) Conference, 2021.

• Member, American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
• Member, Society of Teachers of Family Medicine (STFM)
• Member, American Medical Association (AMA)

• American Board of Family Medicine Certification - (Current)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - (Current)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - (Current)

• Skilled in delivering comprehensive care tailored to diverse patient needs, with a focus on chronic disease management, preventive health and family wellness.
• Proficient in conducting thorough patient assessments, developing differential diagnoses and implementing evidence-based treatment plans.
• Experienced in performing minor outpatient procedures, such as suturing, incision and drainage and joint injections, ensuring patient safety and satisfaction.
• Adept at working within multidisciplinary teams to coordinate holistic care, improve patient outcomes and streamline clinical workflows.