JOHN STACKOW
LIBERTY LAKE,WASHINGTON
Summary
Dynamic leader and seasoned General Surgeon with a proven track record at multiple hospitals in New York and Idaho, enhancing patient outcomes through advanced surgical techniques and evidence-based practices. Excelled in educating, training and mentoring medical students and residents. Demonstrates adaptability and a results-driven approach, ensuring high-quality care across diverse clinical settings.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor, Hospitalist Service
Northwest Specialty Hospital
04.2021 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved patient and surgeon satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
General Surgeon
Minimally Invasive Surgery Northwest
11.2008 - 07.2020
- Provided full service general surgical and trauma surgery at Kootenai Health, a 240 bed acute care level 2 trauma center in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by employing advanced surgical techniques and adhering to evidence-based practices.
- Advised patients on lifestyle modifications aimed at improving overall health outcomes following surgery.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Ordered and analyzed tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
- Operated on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries and prevent and treat diseases.
- Provided compassionate pre-and post-operative care, ensuring patients felt informed about their treatment options and confident in their decisions.
- Reduced postoperative complications through meticulous preoperative planning and thorough patient education.
- Performed complex surgeries with a high success rate, leading to improved patient satisfaction.
- Actively participated in morbidity and mortality conferences, using case reviews as learning opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Mentored junior surgeons, medical/APP students and residents, fostering their professional growth and clinical acumen.
- Participated in continuing medical education to stay abreast of the latest advancements in general surgery.
Rural General Surgeon
Benewah Community Hospital
07.1993 - 11.2008
- Worked as a solo rural general surgeon for 15 years, encompassing all areas of general surgery as well as performing gynecologic, ENT and plastic surgical procedures.Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
- Mentored medical/APP students and residents, fostering their professional growth and clinical acumen.
- Improved operating room efficiency by working closely with nursing staff and anesthesia providers to establish clear communication protocols.
- Developed streamlined processes for surgical scheduling, reducing wait times for both elective procedures during emergency situations.
- Contributed to hospital quality improvement initiatives through active participation in committees and task forces.
- Reduced postoperative complications through meticulous preoperative planning and thorough patient education.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by employing advanced surgical techniques and adhering to evidence-based practices.
- Advised patients on lifestyle modifications aimed at improving overall health outcomes following surgery.
- Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
- Conducted various common surgical procedures such as appendectomies, hemorrhoidectomies, inguinal hernia repairs and tonsillectomies to restore health in patients.
- Monitored patient health condition after surgery by coordinating follow-up meetings with patient.
- Ordered and analyzed tests such as x-rays, CT scans and MRIs to help diagnose wide range of medical conditions.
Resident in General Surgery
St. Vincent's Hospital
07.1988 - 06.1993
- Provided education to medical students and junior residents, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Participated in surgical research projects, contributing to advancements within the field of general surgery.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary meetings for discussing complex cases which led to better-informed decisions about patient management strategies.
- Stayed current with new developments in general surgery through regular participation in continuing medical education programs and conferences.
- Performed successful surgeries on high-risk patients by closely adhering to proper safety protocols and guidelines.
- Utilized advanced laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive surgery, resulting in faster patient recovery times.
- Acted as a key member of trauma teams, providing timely and effective emergency surgical interventions for critically injured patients.
- Served as a mentor for medical students in the operating room, providing guidance and support during their clinical rotations.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
New York University School of Medicine
New York, NY05.1988
Bachelor of Science - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN05.1984
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of seven doctors and APPs in the development of the current hospitalist service, providing perioperative care to complex surgical patients..
Affiliations
- Fellow, American College of Surgeons
- Member, Idaho Medical Association
Certification
ACLS, BLS, PALS, Board Certified in Surgery since 1994,Licensed to practice medicine in Idaho since 1993
hobbies
Wake-surfing in the summer, skiing in the winter, golf, biking, hiking all year. Avid book reader.
Additional Information
Education has always been my second career choice due to the intellectual challenges it provides as well as providing an opportunity to share my experiences and knowledge accumulated over the last 38 years of studying and practicing the art of medicine. I have had an extremely diverse and rewarding career for which I am grateful, and I look forward to sharing my passion for medicine with those who are eager to pursue a medical career.
Timeline
Supervisor, Hospitalist Service
Northwest Specialty Hospital
04.2021 - Current
General Surgeon
Minimally Invasive Surgery Northwest
11.2008 - 07.2020
Rural General Surgeon
Benewah Community Hospital
07.1993 - 11.2008
Resident in General Surgery
St. Vincent's Hospital
07.1988 - 06.1993
M.D. - Medicine
New York University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
University of Notre Dame
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