Joan Thomas Mathew
Fords
Summary
Medical professional prepared for demands of Resident Doctor role, with history of delivering high-quality patient care and collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Known for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced medical settings, ensuring continuity of care and patient satisfaction. Skilled in diagnostic evaluations, patient management, and clinical decision-making.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internal Medicine Residency (ACGME Accredited)
New York Medical College – Roxborough Memorial Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
07.2025 - 07.2026
- Provide comprehensive inpatient care in a structured Internal Medicine residency program
- Perform detailed patient evaluations, daily progress assessments, and clinical documentation
- Develop and implement management plans under attending supervision
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nursing, case management, and specialists
- Apply evidence-based medicine in diagnostic reasoning and treatment planning
- Participate in care transitions, including discharge planning and patient education
Observership – Internal Medicine
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Observed inpatient care delivery across ICU, medical-surgical units, and emergency department
- Participated in teaching rounds, case discussions, and clinical conferences
- Reviewed patient charts, labs, and imaging to understand clinical decision-making
- Gained exposure to U.S. hospital workflow, EMR utilization, and interdisciplinary care models
Hands-on Clinical Experience – Internal Medicine & Family Medicine
South Texas Health Systems (McAllen Medical Center & Edinburg Medical Center)
TX
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Conduct structured patient evaluations for new admissions and follow-up cases
- Present patient cases during rounds, contributing to diagnostic and management discussions
- Review EMR data including labs, imaging, and progress notes to assess clinical status
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds to coordinate patient-centered care
- Assist in developing management plans and evaluating treatment response
- Support discharge planning by assessing readiness and continuity of care needs
- Engage patients in discussions regarding diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care
Clinical Experience – Family Practice
Summit Family Practice
Bellaire, TX
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Obtained comprehensive patient histories and performed physical examinations
- Presented cases to supervising physicians and contributed to treatment planning
- Assisted in management of acute and chronic conditions in an outpatient setting
- Counseled patients on preventive care, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications
Medical Scribe & Medical Assistant
Dorrington Medical Associates
Houston, TX
08.2021 - 12.2023
- Documented high-volume patient encounters, including histories, physical exams, and assessments
- Recorded vital signs and assisted in procedures such as ECGs and pulmonary function tests
- Coordinated diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up appointments
- Facilitated efficient clinic workflow and provider-patient communication
- Provided patient education and reinforced physician-directed treatment plans
- Participated in case discussions, strengthening clinical reasoning and familiarity with care plans
Clinical Experience – Rheumatology
Reddy Rheumatology
Merrillville, IN
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in evaluation of autoimmune and musculoskeletal disorders
- Performed focused history-taking and physical examinations
- Observed and supported management of chronic rheumatologic conditions
- Participated in patient counseling and long-term disease management discussions
Observership
JFK Medical Associates
Edison, NJ
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Observed diagnosis and management of pulmonary conditions including COPD and pneumonia
- Reviewed imaging studies, lab results, and treatment plans
- Participated in case-based discussions to enhance clinical understanding
Rotating Internship
R.L. Jalappa Hospital & Research Centre
Kolar, India
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Managed high patient volume: 30–40 outpatients and 15–20 inpatients daily
- Rotated through Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, ICU, and Emergency Medicine
- Performed initial patient evaluations and assisted in ongoing management
- Assisted in surgical procedures and acute care interventions
- Provided care in antenatal, emergency, and inpatient settings
- Participated in rural medical camps delivering care to underserved populations
Education
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College
India07.2016
Skills
- Bedside manner
- Interdisciplinary team coordination
- EMR
- Patient counseling
- Patient education
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Women's health
Certification
ACLS
BLS
PALS
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Internal Medicine Residency (ACGME Accredited)
New York Medical College – Roxborough Memorial Hospital
07.2025 - 07.2026
Observership – Internal Medicine
Roxborough Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - 03.2025
Hands-on Clinical Experience – Internal Medicine & Family Medicine
South Texas Health Systems (McAllen Medical Center & Edinburg Medical Center)
08.2024 - 10.2024
Clinical Experience – Family Practice
Summit Family Practice
03.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Experience – Rheumatology
Reddy Rheumatology
09.2022 - 10.2022
Medical Scribe & Medical Assistant
Dorrington Medical Associates
08.2021 - 12.2023
Observership
JFK Medical Associates
07.2021 - 08.2021
Rotating Internship
R.L. Jalappa Hospital & Research Centre
08.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College