Francisco J. Santana Mercedes
Doctor In Medicine
NJ
Summary
Accomplished Medicine doctor with dedicated career Geriatrics medicine and focus providing quality healthcare for patients geriatrics population medical practice. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
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Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Menthol Heath Coach
Mount Sinai
09.2022 - Current
- Provide clinical education to patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment adherence, and available resources.
- Perform patient triage, assessing symptoms, risk level, and need for immediate intervention.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists in developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Document assessments, interventions, and follow-up in EMR systems (Epic, Athena, etc.) following clinical standards.
- Ensure continuity of care through coordination of referrals and communication with interdisciplinary teams.
Assistant Manager/Medical Assistant
Ivypediatrics
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Supported daily clinic operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance with medical protocols.
- Assisted with basic clinical procedures, including vital signs and patient preparation.
- Performed documentation and follow-up in EMR systems (Epic, Athena) according to clinical standards.
- Coordinated schedules, appointments, and patient communication to ensure continuity of care.
- Supervised and trained support staff to maintain quality and efficiency in patient care.
Intensive Care Unit Doctor
Obstetrics And Gynecology Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans according to physicians’ directives.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and potential outcomes to support informed decision-making.
- Delivered age-appropriate care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Coordinated post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.
- Monitored patients’ vital signs and administered prescribed medications and treatments safely and accurately.
- Assessed respiratory status and ventilator settings, making timely adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Maintained a respectful and culturally sensitive care environment, honoring patients’ and families’ preferences and traditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, presenting complaints, and current symptoms to inform clinical decision-making.
Resident in Geriatrics
Dr. Vinicio Calventi University Hospital
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Performed rounds twice daily to discuss patient care plans, review diagnostic studies, communicate with patients and discuss medication lists.
- Performed initial and ongoing assessments of patients' medical, physical and psychosocial status.
- Provided patient education and counseling, covering health status, test results, disease processes and discharge planning.
- Collaborated with care team to develop assessment and treatment plans.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, including residents with varying cognitive abilities.
- Integrated findings from history and physical examinations into reasonably ordered differential diagnoses.
- Participated in assigned educational conferences, rotations, period testing and advisor meetings.
Internal Medicine Resident
Francisco Moscoso Puello University Hospital
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple responsibilities including patient care, research projects, and continued education efforts.
- Streamlined communication channels within the team leading to more efficient coordination during rounds or consultations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and streamline clinical workflows.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments for accurate diagnoses and effective treatment planning.
- Contributed to efficient allocation of resources by participating in cost-effective decision-making processes within the department.
- Assisted attending physicians with complex cases requiring critical thinking skills and advanced diagnostics or interventions for improved patient management strategies.
- Participated in various committees, such as infection control or quality assurance, to help improve hospital practices and policies.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings discussing individualized care plans that resulted in better overall health outcomes for patients.
- Met with more than 80 patients each day in dynamic internal medicine setting.
Education
M.D. - Geratrician 2 Year
Doctor Vinicio Calventi General Hospital
Dominican Republic 06.2017
M.D. - Internal Medicine 2 Years
Francisco Moscoso Puello General Hospital
Dominican Republic06.2015
M.D. - General Medicine
Universidad Central Del Este
Dominican Republic 10.2010
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Preventive Care
- Patient Education
- Diagnosis and prognosis
- Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Interpersonal Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Active Listening
- Organization and Time Management
- Planning and Coordination
- Flexible and Adaptable
Certification
Doctor of Medicine
Accomplishments
- Supervised team staff members.
- Documented and resolved issues that benefited patients.
- Experience in Electronic Medical Record
Timeline
Menthol Heath Coach
Mount Sinai
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager/Medical Assistant
Ivypediatrics
03.2022 - 07.2022
Specialty in Geriatrics
07-2017
Intensive Care Unit Doctor
Obstetrics And Gynecology Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2019
Resident in Geriatrics
Dr. Vinicio Calventi University Hospital
07.2015 - 06.2017
Internal Medicine Resident
Francisco Moscoso Puello University Hospital
06.2013 - 06.2015
Doctor of Medicine
10-2010
M.D. - Geratrician 2 Year
Doctor Vinicio Calventi General Hospital
M.D. - Internal Medicine 2 Years
Francisco Moscoso Puello General Hospital
M.D. - General Medicine
Universidad Central Del Este