Hilda Paola Franco
Boynton Beach,FL
Summary
Compassionate Chiropractic Physician known for quality patient care and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in spinal adjustment techniques, pain management strategies, and patient education. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance patient care and outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chiropractic Physician
Lux Wellness Chiropractic
02.2021 - Current
- Performed patient consults and physical examination.
- Treating Car accidents, chronic pain patients, and pregnant women.
- Provided patient care and adjustments using Diversified and Cox Technic.
- Maintained patients’ records using electronic records.
- Integrated medical approach for patient care along providers.
- Performed Initial, reassessment, and final examinations.
- Patient education and overall wellness prevention.
Chiropractic Physician
Evoke Wellness Center
02.2021 - 12.2022
- Performed patient consults and physical examination.
- Provided patient care and adjustments using Diversified and Cox Technic.
- Maintained patients’ records.
- Integrated medical approach for patient care along with their primary care doctors, Nurse, psychologist, and massage therapist.
- Performed Initial, reassessment, and final examinations.
- Patient education and overall wellness prevention.
Chiropractic Intern
Miami VA Medical Center (Bruce W. Carter VA)
Miami, USA
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Performed patient consults and physical examination.
- Provided patient care and adjustments using Diversified and Cox Technic.
- Maintained patients’ records using hospital software.
- Integrated medical approach for patient care.
- Performed Initial, reassessment, and final examinations.
- Referral to specialty when needed and managed co-care along with physical therapist.
- Patient education and overall wellness prevention.
Chiropractic Intern
Spine Care Clinic, Keiser University
West Palm Beach, USA
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Performed patient examination and digital radiographs as necessary.
- Provided patient care and adjustments using Diversified and Cox Technic.
- Maintained patients’ records using Chirotouch HER.
Chiropractic Assistant, Receptionist/Front Desk
Silverman Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center
Miami, USA
08.2009 - 05.2012
- Performed routine clinical tasks to support patients and doctors.
- Ensured cleanliness of equipment used during treatments.
- Explained post-treatment instructions to patients, providing printed materials if needed.
- Developed educational materials for patients on health and wellness topics.
- Monitored and ordered office supplies to ensure efficient operation.
- Checked out patients at end of visit, collecting any remaining balances due from them.
- Acquainted patients with therapy procedures by explaining purpose and results of exercises.
- Assisted chiropractors in patient care, including setting up treatment rooms.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage and mechanical traction therapies on patients under doctor supervision.
- Demonstrated, instructed and assisted patients in rehabilitative exercises to drive safety and minimize risk of further injury.
- Trained new staff on office procedures and patient care techniques.
- Documented exercises completed by patients to support charting and billing.
Weight Room Attendant
Canyon Ranch Hotel and Spa
Miami, USA
01.2010 - 12.2011
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance job skills and knowledge.
- Assisted with maintaining inventory levels for the weight room ensuring adequate supply is always available.
- Performed daily maintenance checks to ensure all machines are working properly and safely.
- Conducted tours of the facility showcasing amenities and services available within the weight room area.
- Assisted with marketing initiatives designed to increase membership numbers and promote health and wellness programs offered by the facility.
- Educated patrons on the importance of stretching before and after workouts.
- Welcomed, greeted and interacted with members and guests and verified proper equipment operation.
- Instructed group classes in strength training techniques utilizing free weights, resistance bands and exercise balls.
- Reported any damage or malfunctioning equipment immediately to supervisor.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the weight room, including equipment and supplies.
Manager of Business Development
Genesis Drywall LLC
Miami, FL
06.2009 - 01.2010
- Filing, answering phone calls, and assisting with payroll.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to maximize return on investment.
- Negotiated contracts with customers, ensuring all terms were met promptly.
- Provided guidance on pricing strategies based on competitor analysis and market conditions.
- Developed and significantly grew assigned territory using strong engagement and marketing skills.
- Coordinated with marketing teams to develop promotional materials and target-market campaigns.
- Assisted in developing sales materials such as brochures, flyers, and website content.
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine -
Keiser University College of Chiropractic Medicine
West Palm Beach, FL05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Barry University
05.2013
Continued Education - pre-requisites
Miami Dade College
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Patient education
- Electronic record management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Pain management
- Wellness promotion
- Initial examinations
- Reassessment techniques
- Final examinations
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Neuromusculoskeletal assessment
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Health promotion
- Patient care and education
- Joint mobilization
- Patient relations
- Functional movement analysis
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Patient assessment and care
- Manual therapy
- Lifestyle advice
- Stress management
- Reliability
- Manual adjustment techniques
- Attention to detail
- Alternative therapies
- Chiropractic therapy
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Low Force Techniques
- Injury prevention education
- Graston technique
- Pregnancy-related care
- Applied kinesiology
- Soft tissue therapy
Affiliations
- American Chiropractic Association student member
- Student American Chiropractic Association Sports council
- Florida Chiropractic Association member
- Florida Chiropractic Physician’s Association
Certification
- BLS - CPR Certification
- Cox Technique Flexion Distraction and Decompression Lumbar Certification
- FAKTR Certification (Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab)
- National Board of Chiropractic Examiners completed (PART I, II, III, IV and PT)
- Florida Laws and Rules Examination completed
- National Board of Chiropractic Acupuncture certification
Personal Information
Title: Chiropractic Physician
Languages
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Beginners French
Volunteer Experience
- Keynote Guest Speaker for Completion Ceremony, West Palm Beach, FL, 2019
- SWIIFT Inc. Scholarship fundraising Gala, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 02/01/19
- White Coat Ceremony Guest speaker, West Palm Beach, FL, 2019
- Student representative for Keiser University College of Chiropractic Medicine, Miami, FL, 02/01/19
- Keiser University College of Chiropractic Medicine Spine Care Clinic student liaison, West Palm Beach, FL, 05/01/19 - present
Clinical Internships
- Dr. Charles Penza, DC, Miami, FL, Miami VA Healthcare System
- Dr. Ralph Kruse, DC, Keiser University Spine Clinic
- Dr. Bret White, DC, Keiser University Spine Clinic
- Dr. Todd Rodman, DC, Boca Raton, FL
- Dr. Stephen Miller, MD, Hand and Upper Extremity Orthopaedic surgeon, Miami, FL
- Dr. Steven Horowitz, DC, Village Chiropractic and Healing Arts Center, West Palm Beach, FL
Leadership Experience
- SWIIFT Inc., Co-founder and Treasurer, 2018 - present
- Eta and Iota Hurricane Relief Honduras Donations, 2019 - present
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chiropractic Physician
Lux Wellness Chiropractic
02.2021 - Current
Chiropractic Physician
Evoke Wellness Center
02.2021 - 12.2022
Chiropractic Intern
Miami VA Medical Center (Bruce W. Carter VA)
11.2019 - 03.2020
Chiropractic Intern
Spine Care Clinic, Keiser University
01.2019 - 11.2019
Weight Room Attendant
Canyon Ranch Hotel and Spa
01.2010 - 12.2011
Chiropractic Assistant, Receptionist/Front Desk
Silverman Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center
08.2009 - 05.2012
Manager of Business Development
Genesis Drywall LLC
06.2009 - 01.2010
Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine -
Keiser University College of Chiropractic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Barry University
Continued Education - pre-requisites
Miami Dade College
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