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Gerardo Rivera-Rodriguez

Dorado,PR

Summary

Bilingual General Practitioner in a busy cboc primary care clinic primarily serving assigned veteran patients. Skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of patients suffering from diseases such as HTN, ASTHMA,DM II, COPD, CKD, STROKES, PTSD and CHF. Excellent reputation for patient service and superior clinical skills. Well-respected MD with more than 20 years experience treating patients for a variety of conditions.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Primary Care Physician

Roseburg VA Health Care System
04.2023 - Current
  • Primary care Physician responsible of diagnose, management, treatment,reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses and follow up for different type of health conditions such as HTN, Diabetes Mellitus, Asthma, CHF, CKD, COPD, PTSD, MST, etc. Consultation of specialist for further assessment and treatment.
  • Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
  • Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery.
  • Well-versed in utilizing telehealth technology "New Virtual Video Conference-VVC tools"- New EMR-CERNER proficiency.

Primary Care Physician

VA Portland Health Care System
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Primary care physician in charge of 1200 "PACT" patients. Responsible of diagnose, management, treatment,reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses and follow up for different type of health conditions such as HTN, Diabetes Mellitus, Asthma, CHF, CKD, COPD, PTSD, MST, etc. Consultation of specialist for further assessment and treatment. New Virtual Video Conference-VVC tools.

Primary Care Physician

Roseburg VA Health Care System
06.2018 - 12.2021
  • Primary Care Physician in charge of 1200 "PACT" patients. Responsible of diagnose, management, treatment and follow up for different type of health Chronic Conditions with consultation of specialist for further assessment and treatment. CLINICAL SUPERVISING Physician SDAC-UC at Eugene HC treatment to "WALK IN" patient at CBOC Acute Care Clinic-SDAC. Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects. New Virtual Video Conference-VVC tools.

Physician (Primary Care)

VA Roseburg Healthcare System
01.2017 - 06.2018
  • Primary care physician in charge of 1200 "PACT" patients. Responsible of diagnose, management, treatment and follow up for different type of health conditions such as HTN, Afib , Diabetes Mellitus, CHF, CKD, COPD, PTSD, Chronic Pain, Asthma, MST, etc. Consultation of specialist for further assessment and treatment. Assessment and treatment to walk in patient at Cboc. Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects

Emergency Medicine Physician

Doctors Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Emergency medicine physician in 145 beds hospital, in-charge of diagnose, treatment and patient admission. Around 35 patients per shift. ACLS response team. Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases. Closely examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and test results to verify necessity of operations and to determine proper procedures. Rapidly assessed and responded to medical emergencies.

Primary Care Physician

USA MEDICAL CARE-B&T MEDICAL
07.2015 - 01.2016
  • Reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses
  • Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence
  • Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body
  • Discussed possible side effects of medications and immunizations with patients and patients' families
  • Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care
  • Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in medicine
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition
  • Consulted and coordinated patient care with other physicians, pharmacists and specialists
  • Provided diagnostic interpretation of tests by utilizing evidence-based practices
  • Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease

Emergency Medicine Physician

Levittown Medical Services
03.2014 - 07.2015
  • Supervised other professional or non-professional personnel and provided medical instructions
  • Supported standards of medical care by adhering to policies and procedures
  • Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
  • Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations
  • Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status
  • Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients
  • Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment
  • Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions

Emergency Medicine Physician

Doctors Center Hospital
02.2012 - 03.2014
  • Emergency medicine physician in 145 beds hospital, in charge of diagnose, treatment and patient admission. Around 35 patients per shift. Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases. Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail.
  • Supervised other professional or non-professional personnel and provided medical instructions
  • Supported standards of medical care by adhering to policies and procedures
  • Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
  • Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status
  • Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients
  • Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment
  • Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions
  • Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures
  • Recorded patient electronic record information regarding physical findings, treatment rendered, formulated plan and prognosis based on patient's condition

Primary Care Physician

Doctors Center Clinic
04.2012 - 01.2013
  • Primary Care Clinic Physician in charge of the management of new patients treatment and follow up. Examined up to 12 patients per day in a primary care setting.

Primary Care Physician

Primary Care Services
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Reviewed patient records, medications and immunization statuses
  • Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence
  • Determined appropriate treatments to achieve balance in body
  • Discussed possible side effects of medications and immunizations with patients and patients' families
  • Maintained high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition
  • Consulted and coordinated patient care with other physicians, pharmacists and specialists
  • Provided diagnostic interpretation of tests by utilizing evidence-based practices
  • Encouraged healthier living by advising patients about diet, hygiene and methods for prevention of disease
  • Discussed potential side effects of medication or immunizations with patients
  • Administered or prescribed treatments

Emergency Medicine Physician

Metropolitan Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007

Emergency Medicine Physician in base community hospital, treating over 35 patient per shift. Diagnose and treatment to adults and pediatrics patient.Carefully Analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases.

  • Supported standards of medical care by adhering to policies and procedures
  • Demonstrated proper techniques for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
  • Provided emergency treatment onsite and responded in urgent situations
  • Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status
  • Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients
  • Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment
  • Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions

Emergency Medicine Physician

Doctor Community Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2004

Emergency Medicine Physician in a base community hospital, treating over 25 patient per shift. Diagnose and treatment to adults and pediatrics patient. ACLS group on call.

  • Supervised other professional or non-professional personnel and provided medical instructions
  • Examined patients to determine overall physical and emotional status
  • Analyzed reports and findings to assess information and diagnose patients
  • Referred patients to specialists or other practitioners for treatment
  • Performed minor surgical procedures to address simple, urgent patient injuries or conditions
  • Prescribed medications, recommended treatments or suggested related therapeutic procedures
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews and process development
  • Recorded patient electronic record information regarding physical findings, treatment rendered, formulated plan and prognosis based on patient's condition
  • Determined and ordered tests and diagnostic images to determine patient conditions

Education

PY1 - Family Medicine Residency program

Manati Medical Center
Manati, PR
2008

Transitional Year - Transitional Year

Doctor Community Hospital
San Juan, PR
2002

Externship

Basic Medical Services
San Juan, PR
2001

M.D. - School of Medicine

Universidad Central Del Este
San Pedro de Macorix, Dominican Republic
1998

Skills

  • Urgent care specialist
  • Good bedside manner
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Professional demeanor
  • High ethical standard
  • Family practice professional
  • Personal Finance
  • Option and future trading
  • Ardent skier
  • Kite surfing
  • Road biking
  • Weightlifting

Certification

Puerto Rico College of Physician and Surgeon (August 2000-present) Puerto Rico Medical Association (September 2002-present) Drug Enforcement Administration-DEA (2009-present) National Provider Identifier(NPI)- (2007-present) Florida Medical Board of Medicine (ACN)- (July 2015-2017)

Certifications

ACLS/BLS/Acupuncture/TBI

Timeline

Primary Care Physician

Roseburg VA Health Care System
04.2023 - Current

Primary Care Physician

VA Portland Health Care System
01.2022 - 04.2023

Primary Care Physician

Roseburg VA Health Care System
06.2018 - 12.2021

Physician (Primary Care)

VA Roseburg Healthcare System
01.2017 - 06.2018

Emergency Medicine Physician

Doctors Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017

Primary Care Physician

USA MEDICAL CARE-B&T MEDICAL
07.2015 - 01.2016

Emergency Medicine Physician

Levittown Medical Services
03.2014 - 07.2015

Primary Care Physician

Doctors Center Clinic
04.2012 - 01.2013

Emergency Medicine Physician

Doctors Center Hospital
02.2012 - 03.2014

Primary Care Physician

Primary Care Services
01.2009 - 01.2012

Emergency Medicine Physician

Metropolitan Hospital
01.2004 - 01.2007

Emergency Medicine Physician

Doctor Community Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2004

PY1 - Family Medicine Residency program

Manati Medical Center

Transitional Year - Transitional Year

Doctor Community Hospital

Externship

Basic Medical Services

M.D. - School of Medicine

Universidad Central Del Este

Puerto Rico College of Physician and Surgeon (August 2000-present) Puerto Rico Medical Association (September 2002-present) Drug Enforcement Administration-DEA (2009-present) National Provider Identifier(NPI)- (2007-present) Florida Medical Board of Medicine (ACN)- (July 2015-2017)

Gerardo Rivera-Rodriguez