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Frank Kretsinger
Family Medicine Physician
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Compassionate professional skilled in managing medical emergencies and fostering positive relationships with patients and families. Expert in communicating medical terminology clearly and concisely to patients, families and other healthcare professionals. Highly organized and detail-oriented for accurately completing paperwork and documentation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Clinic Medical Director
Nova Medical Centers
Amarillo, TX
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes and delivery of care.
- Devised, implemented and evaluated medical practice delivery models to achieve patient care and outcome goals.
- Examined and interpreted test results to provide recommendations for care and treatment.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Clinic Medical Director
Nova Medical Group
San Antonio, TX
05.2013 - 11.2021
- Improved clinical quality by analyzing performance metrics, patient outcomes and delivery of care.
- 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.
- Ordered and interpreted results of laboratory tests and radiographs.
- Improved patients' wellbeing by advising on medical and lifestyle issues impacting current health.
- 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.
- Diagnosed patients and administered medications on strict schedules.
- Met with patients to discuss needs, conduct tests and evaluate clinical presentations.
- Immunized patients to reduce transmission of preventable diseases.
Private Practitioner
Self-employeed
San Antonio, TX
07.2000 - 05.2013
- Provided health education to patients, families and colleagues.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Examined patients and recorded medical histories to use in health assessments and help determine conditions.
- Monitored patients with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention.
- Provided patient diagnosis, test evaluation and treatment under strict time constraints.
- Prescribed medications and advised patients about dosage, schedule and possible side effects.
- Interviewed patients about symptoms and conducted thorough physical examinations.
- Advised patients about diet, hygiene and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and prevent disease.
- Ordered laboratory tests and imaging scans to complete further investigations.
- Collaborated closely with fellow medical team members to share knowledge and discuss best courses for treatment.
- Monitored treatment regimens to determine efficacy and adjusted according to results achieved.
- 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.
- Implemented treatment plans for disorders, heart disease, hypertension and diabetes.
- Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
- Referred patients with serious medical conditions and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.
- Established and maintained relationships with specialists to support patient referrals.
- Evaluated health history and genetic information to recommend preventive healthcare.
- Completed continuing education programs to maintain certifications.
- 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.
- Assessed notes by nursing staff for accuracy, completion, services rendered and patient responses.
- Contributed to growth and revenue generation through marketing, community events and other relationship-building efforts.
Education
D.O. - Osteopathic Medicine
University Health Science Center North Texas
Fort Worth, TX 07.1976 - 05.1980
Flight Surgeon
School of Aerospace Medicine (short Course)
San Antonio, TX 06.1978 - 08.1978
PGY-1 - Rotating Internship
Rotating Internship
Washington, DC 07.1980 - 06.1981
Completed Family Medicine Residency PGY-2; PGY-3 - Family Medicine
Family Medicine Residency
USAF Regional Hospital, Eglin AFB, Fla 06.1982 - 06.1984
Skills
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Patient Health Information Access
- Case Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Relations
- Treatment Planning Oversight
- Clinical Metric Tracking
- Diagnosing Patients
- Treatment Options
- Electronic Charting
Certification
- Board certified Family Medicine (2023)
- Certified and Listed National Registry FMCSA medical examiner (2023)
Interests
Reading
Traveling
Timeline
Clinic Medical Director
Nova Medical Centers
11.2021 - 08.2023
Clinic Medical Director
Nova Medical Group
05.2013 - 11.2021
Private Practitioner
Self-employeed
07.2000 - 05.2013
Completed Family Medicine Residency PGY-2; PGY-3 - Family Medicine
Family Medicine Residency
06.1982 - 06.1984
PGY-1 - Rotating Internship
Rotating Internship
07.1980 - 06.1981
Flight Surgeon
School of Aerospace Medicine (short Course)
06.1978 - 08.1978
D.O. - Osteopathic Medicine
University Health Science Center North Texas
07.1976 - 05.1980
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