Heather Kuduk
Luxemburg
Summary
Professional with comprehensive background in anesthesiology, prepared to deliver exceptional patient care. Skilled in administering anesthesia, managing pain, and monitoring patient vitals with precision and care. Strong collaborator with consistent track record of working seamlessly with medical teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Adaptable and dependable, known for maintaining high standards and achieving results in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anesthesiologist
Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists
07.2024 - Current
- Anesthetized or sedated patients, monitored vital signs and equipment and provided post-anesthesia care instructions.
- Reduced recovery times by utilizing multimodal pain management techniques in postoperative care.
- Calculated proper medication dosage based on patient physiology.
- Administered pain relief medication.
- Minimized complications through vigilant monitoring of patients'' responses to anesthesia and making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Optimized workflow efficiency within the operating room by coordinating effectively with other members of the surgical team during complex procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction through thorough preoperative consultations, addressing concerns and explaining anesthetic options.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through compassionate bedside manner during pre-and post-operative consultations.
- Interviewed patients before, during and after procedures to maintain current knowledge of relevant conditions.
- Performed localized blocks for orthopedic procedures.
Anesthesiologist
Aspirus
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Anesthetized or sedated patients, monitored vital signs and equipment and provided post-anesthesia care instructions. Interviewed patients before, during and after procedures to maintain current knowledge of relevant conditions. Administered pain relief medication. Oversaw and delegated work activities for junior staff and nurse anesthetists. Performed localized blocks for procedures.
Anesthesiologist
Ascension
12.2017 - 08.2021
Anesthesiologist
Associated Anesthesiologists
08.2014 - 11.2017
Education
Anesthesia Residency -
St. Louis University School of Medicine
St. Louis, MO06.2014
M.D. - undefined
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
B.S - Biology, Chemistry
MacMurray College
Skills
- Regional Block expertise
- Patient care
- Attention to Detail
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Scheduling proficiency
- Arterial line placement
- General anesthesia
- Spinal anesthesia
- Central venous access
- Teaching and mentoring
Certification
- Wisconsin State Medical License 68173-20 - current
- Illinois State Medical License 036135293 - current
- ACLS/BLS/PALS - current
- American Board of Anesthesiology Certification 2015-present
- American Society of Anesthesiologists Member 2014-present
- Wisconsin Society of Anesthesiologists 2017-present
Timeline
Anesthesiologist
Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists
07.2024 - Current
Anesthesiologist
Aspirus
08.2021 - 07.2024
Anesthesiologist
Ascension
12.2017 - 08.2021
Anesthesiologist
Associated Anesthesiologists
08.2014 - 11.2017
M.D. - undefined
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
B.S - Biology, Chemistry
MacMurray College
Anesthesia Residency -
St. Louis University School of Medicine
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