ELENA LUSHINE
Physician Associate
New Smyrna Beach,FL
Summary
Physician Associate with expertise in primary care and medical research, committed to evidence-based practice and high-quality patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Associate
West Volusia Family and Sports Medicine
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct thorough preventative care visits, including annual wellness exams, well-woman exams, and sports physicals, fostering patient health and well-being
- Facilitate comprehensive diagnostics for primary care cases, implementing targeted treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions
- Ensure seamless care transitions through hospital follow-up visits, minimizing readmissions and improving patient outcomes
- Integrate mental health services into primary care, addressing diverse patient needs across adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations
Sub-Investigator
Hillcrest Medical Research
01.2023 - Current
- Drafted a grant proposal for Pfizer, Increasing Healthcare Professional Skills for COVID-19 Vaccine Discussions That Advocate Vaccination
- Conducted physical exams, patient consents, and followup-visits for multiple studies including the following:
- Spinal Stenosis and Sciatica, Prismus Pharmaceuticals, Inc
- Acute Gout Flare, Olatec Therapeutics LLC
- Primary Hypercholesterolemia Not Receiving Lipid-Lowering Therapy, Novartis
- COVID-19 Booster, Moderna
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ecumen
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, striking a balance between necessary assistance and encouragement for self-reliance
- Empowered patients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease, promoting independence while ensuring safety and dignity
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ecumen
08.2016 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Western Home Communities
07.2015 - 08.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Aldaya Lifescapes
08.2014 - 07.2015
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
College of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MN 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA 05.2001 -
Skills
Family medicine
Treatment Planning
Diagnostic Testing
Educating patients
Chronic Disease Management
Clinical Research Coordination
Informed Consent Process
Adverse event reporting
Safety Monitoring
Timeline
Sub-Investigator
Hillcrest Medical Research
01.2023 - Current
Physician Associate
West Volusia Family and Sports Medicine
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ecumen
05.2020 - 12.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ecumen
08.2016 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Western Home Communities
07.2015 - 08.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
New Aldaya Lifescapes
08.2014 - 07.2015
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
College of St. Scholastica
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry
University of Northern Iowa
05.2001 -
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