Favianna Ricardo Acosta
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor of Basic General Medicine
Ministry of Public Health of Cuba
Nueva Gerona, Cuba
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
- Educated patients about their conditions and medications prescribed.
- Responded quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.
- Interviewed patients about symptoms and conducted thorough physical examinations.
- Assessed patient's medical history and symptoms to accurately diagnose illnesses.
- Performed physical exams on patients of all ages.
- Reviewed test results to determine diagnosis or course of treatment.
- Evaluated patient progress by reviewing vital signs and medical histories.
- Provided preventative care advice to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Ordered laboratory tests, such as blood work, x-rays, and ultrasounds.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients to assess the effectiveness of treatments.
- Prescribed medications and treatments to alleviate patients' health concerns.
- Examined patients and recorded medical histories to use in health assessments and help determine conditions.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes needed for better health outcomes.
- Provided health education to patients, families and colleagues.
- Advised families on how best to manage chronic diseases like diabetes or asthma.
- Advised patients about diet, hygiene and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and prevent disease.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
- Collaborated closely with fellow medical team members to share knowledge and discuss best courses for treatment.
- Referred patients with serious medical conditions and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.
- Prescribed medications and advised patients about dosage, schedule and possible side effects.
- Consulted with specialists when necessary for complex diagnoses or treatments.
- Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.
- Attended professional development conferences and seminars for continuing education purposes.
- Consulted with specialists and referred patients for more advanced support based on individual needs.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
- Established and maintained relationships with specialists to support patient referrals.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Facilitated referrals for specialist consultations when appropriate.
- Recommended dietary changes and fitness activities to improve overall health and boost longevity.
- Evaluated nursing notes to confirm accuracy of care provided and patient responses.
- Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
- Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
- Implemented treatment plans for disorders, heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.
- Evaluated health history and genetic information to recommend preventive healthcare.
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
- Participated in research studies related to new treatments or cures for disease.
- Assessed notes by nursing staff for accuracy, completion, services rendered, and patient responses.
- Performed administrative duties such as billing, coding, scheduling appointments.
- Served as a mentor for junior doctors in training programs.
- Recommended diagnostic and laboratory tests to determine underlying causes for [Type] and [Type] symptoms.
- Contributed to growth and revenue generation through marketing, community events and other relationship-building efforts.
- Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Met with patients to discuss needs, conduct tests and evaluate clinical presentations.
- Admitted patients for hospital stays.
- Worked with patients and families to design care plans.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - Medical Science
University of Medical Sciences of Havana
La Havana02-2019
Skills
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient Diagnosis
- Pain Management
- Understanding of medical laws
- Patient Education
- Physical examination
- Diagnostics
- Family medicine
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Medication Administration
- Care Plan Development
- Medical record-keeping
- Primary Care
- Emergency Management
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Elementary
Timeline
Doctor of Basic General Medicine
Ministry of Public Health of Cuba
02.2019 - 04.2022
Doctor of Medicine - Medical Science
University of Medical Sciences of Havana
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