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JORGE ABALO REDDEN

Katy,Tx
JORGE  ABALO REDDEN

Summary

Background: Medical Doctor in Venezuela, Spain and Portugal ( Europe Union) who have strong clinical experience in Breast Cancer and Breast Imaging. Also worked in stressful ambience like Emergency Rooms in Portugal.Responsible medical doctor with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 30 years of experience in healthcare.

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Overview

36
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

A1 Mobile Diagnostic Ultrasound
Houston, TX

Ultrasound Technician
01.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Performed patient assessment, including medical history and physical exam, prior to ultrasound scan.
  • Assisted with the operation of ultrasound equipment to obtain quality images for diagnosis.
  • Conducted sonograms on pregnant women in accordance with established protocols.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Recorded sonogram results for review by supervising physician.
  • Collaborated with staff members to ensure optimal patient care outcomes.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to ultrasounds.
  • Evaluated images for diagnostic accuracy according to established standards.
  • Assessed patient's readiness for procedure based on vital signs, lab values, medications..
  • Communicated effectively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high quality of care.
  • Prepared examination rooms prior to performing scans by ensuring all necessary supplies were available.
  • Performed ultrasound examinations on patients to assess organs, tissues and vessels using specialized equipment.
  • Maintained accurate records of all ultrasounds performed, including patient information and results.
  • Coordinated with other medical personnel to ensure that patients received appropriate care before, during, and after their ultrasound exams.
  • Assisted in setting up equipment for a variety of diagnostic procedures such as Doppler studies, biopsies, or interventional radiology.

ESFERASAUDE
Maia, Portugal

Medical Radiologist
03.2007 - 10.2013

Job overview

  • Examined up 45 patients per day using ultrasound, CR, CT or RMI
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
  • Report ultrasound, CR, CT or RMI studies.Be aware of the symptomatology of each patient and refer to specialist to plann treatment
  • Consulted with other physicians
  • Improved performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels
  • Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail.
  • Developed interpretive reports of radiologic examinations.
  • Provided professional consultation services to referring physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated daily workflow within the radiology department.
  • Performed diagnostic imaging exams such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, ultrasounds and mammograms.
  • Reviewed patient medical histories prior to performing imaging tests.

SEMENO - Famalicao
Famalicao, NM

Medical Doctor ER
10.2005 - 02.2007

Job overview

  • Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
  • Prescribed medications to patients for the management of acute and chronic diseases.
  • Provided treatment for illnesses, infections, injuries, and other medical conditions.
  • Counseled patients on diet, hygiene, lifestyle changes, and preventative care measures.
  • Evaluated test results and made appropriate recommendations for further testing or treatments.
  • Documented patient history and physical examination results in electronic medical records system.
  • Ordered laboratory tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, CT scans, MRIs. to diagnose medical conditions.
  • Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
  • Educated patients about their condition or illness, prescribed medications, and provided instructions on how to manage symptoms at home.

Sao Marcos Hospital
BRAGA, PORTUGAL

Medical Doctor ER
01.2005 - 08.2005

Job overview

  • ( Braga);
  • Sao Sebastian Hospital ( Vilanova da Feira) and Pedro Hispano Hospital ( Matosinhos)
  • Provided life support services during medical emergencies on scene and en route to the hospital
  • Collected pertinent information from the patient, family and friends, medical records and prescriptions
  • Rapidly assessed whether life threatening criteria was present and took immediate action
  • Completed all mandatory education and training classes
  • Maintained updated knowledge with treatment protocols, response requirements and quality assurance procedures
  • Interacted with patients, families, hospital staff and the general public
  • Prescribe treatment according patient´s disease
  • Supervise and help nurse personal
  • Interact with specialist and refer patients to them if was necessary.
  • Prescribed medications to patients for the management of acute and chronic diseases.
  • Provided treatment for illnesses, infections, injuries, and other medical conditions.
  • Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
  • Counseled patients on diet, hygiene, lifestyle changes, and preventative care measures.
  • Ordered laboratory tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, CT scans, MRIs. to diagnose medical conditions.

VIAMED
Logrono La Rioja, SPAIN

Medical Radiologist
02.2004 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Dedicated to mobile units from Viamed Company ( CT and RMI) working over LA RIOJA region
  • Examined up to 30 patients per day with CT and RMI equipment
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
  • Follow QA control over all procedures
  • Supervise and help tech and nurse.
  • Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment
  • Perform diagnostic imaging exams such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, ultrasounds and mammograms.
  • Developed interpretive reports of radiologic examinations.
  • Provided professional consultation services to referring physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated daily workflow within the radiology department.
  • Reviewed patient medical histories prior to performing imaging tests.
  • Evaluated images for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare providers in developing treatment plans for patients based on imaging results.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient data, test results and diagnoses.
  • Instructed staff members on proper radiation safety practices and procedures.

CLINICA DO BOM DESPACHO
Maia, Portugal

Medical Doctor
01.2000 - 01.2004

Job overview

  • Examined up to 25 patients per day with various medical instruments and equipment
  • Rapidly assessed and responded to medical emergencies
  • Specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and management of child and adult diseases
  • Advanced patient care by continuously expanding core knowledge associated with small surgical and technical procedures
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
  • Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize them from communicable diseases
  • Provided prenatal care to pregnant women, delivered babies and provided postnatal care to mother and infant
  • Regularly referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment
  • Closely examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and test results to verify necessity of operations and to determine proper procedures
  • Regularly evaluated infants and children to assess growth and development compared to average childhood patterns
  • Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and their families
  • Strictly maintained the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and any sensitive situations
  • Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail.
  • Counseled patients on diet, hygiene, lifestyle changes, and preventative care measures.
  • Provided treatment for illnesses, infections, injuries, and other medical conditions.
  • Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
  • Ordered laboratory tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, CT scans, MRIs. to diagnose medical conditions.

Mastologist, DIAGNOSTICOS
Barcelona, Venezuela

Medical Radiologist
06.1994 - 12.1999

Job overview

  • Closely examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and test results to verify necessity of operations and to determine proper procedures
  • Consistently obeyed all established procedures during all studies
  • Exhibited expert knowledge of policies, procedures, ethical standards and laws regarding the delivery of medical care
  • Strictly maintained the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and any sensitive situations
  • Improved performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels
  • Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail. Do reports of all test realized., Examined up to 50 patients per day observing mammograms and doing ultrasound, most of them breast ultrasound
  • DEXA and some simple radiology exams also
  • Do ultrasound and mammograms reports
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
  • Regularly referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment
  • Participed in clinical research in some works from de Mastology Unit
  • Assisted to clinical meetings with other colleagues
  • Perform QA control follow ACR requirements in all exams
  • Supervise and help radiologist tech and nurses
  • Assist and help in small breast surgery
  • Exhibited expert knowledge of policies, procedures, ethical standards and laws regarding the delivery of medical care
  • Improved performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels
  • Maintained accurate medical records and documented patient case history in detail
  • Strictly maintained the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and any sensitive situations
  • Communicate to patients and family about results from mammograms and biopsies(BIRADS III , IV and V)
  • Discussed various treatment options extensively with patients and families.
  • Developed interpretive reports of radiologic examinations.
  • Provided professional consultation services to referring physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated daily workflow within the radiology department.
  • Reviewed patient medical histories prior to performing imaging tests.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient data, test results and diagnoses.
  • Instructed staff members on proper radiation safety practices and procedures.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare providers in developing treatment plans for patients based on imaging results.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws regarding the safe handling of hazardous materials.

Luis Razzeti Hospital
Barcelona, Venezuela

Medical Radiologist
02.1993 - 04.1994

Job overview

  • Examined up to 50 patients per day with various equipment: CR, Ultrasound, CT and
  • RMI
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
  • Regularly referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment
  • Practique QA control over all exams
  • Closely examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and test results to verify necessity of operations and to determine proper procedures
  • Do Administrative work, following rules , policies, and strategies from the Health
  • Department.
  • Performed diagnostic imaging exams such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, ultrasounds and mammograms.
  • Developed interpretive reports of radiologic examinations.
  • Provided professional consultation services to referring physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated daily workflow within the radiology department.
  • Reviewed patient medical histories prior to performing imaging tests.

Hospital Carlos Arvelo. Army from Venezuela
Caracas, Venezuela

Medical Radiologist
12.1989 - 01.1993

Job overview

  • Performed ultrasound examinations on patients to assess organs, tissues and vessels using specialized equipment.
  • Monitored patient's vital signs during ultrasound exams and reported any changes to the supervising physician.
  • Maintained accurate records of all ultrasounds performed, including patient information and results.
  • Performed diagnostic imaging exams such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, ultrasounds and mammograms.
  • Developed interpretive reports of radiologic examinations.
  • Provided professional consultation services to referring physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated daily workflow within the radiology department.
  • Reviewed patient medical histories prior to performing imaging tests.
  • Assisted in the development of protocols related to imaging techniques and equipment use.
  • Evaluated images for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
  • Participated in continuing education activities to remain current on advances in the field of radiology.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws regarding the safe handling of hazardous materials.
  • Served as a resource for colleagues when questions arose about patient care or technical issues.
  • Monitored and evaluated new technology advancements related to medical imaging modalities.
  • Instructed staff members on proper radiation safety practices and procedures.
  • Reviewed existing medical records for accuracy and completeness of data entry.
  • Created new patient charts and entered demographic information into the system.
  • Maintained and updated patient medical records in a secure electronic database.
  • Verified insurance eligibility prior to processing claims.
  • Processed requests from physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel for medical record documentation.

Health Department of, Government - EL Carito
El Carito, VENEZUELA

Medical Doctor
02.1988 - 10.1989

Job overview

  • VENEZUELA
  • El Carito is a small town at the East from Venezuela
  • Health Department requires that all new medical doctors have to work at the country
  • Examined up to 20-35 patients per day with various medical instruments and equipment
  • Carefully analyzed test results and information gathered during examinations to properly diagnose illnesses and diseases
  • Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize them from communicable diseases
  • Provided prenatal care to pregnant women, delivered babies and provided postnatal care to mother and infant
  • Regularly referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment
  • Do administrative papers to the Health Department following rules and policies
  • Closely examined patients' medical history, medication allergies, physical condition and test results to verify necessity of operations and to determine proper procedures
  • Patiently explained prescribed procedures and discussed test results with patients and their families.
  • Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
  • Counseled patients on diet, hygiene, lifestyle changes, and preventative care measures.
  • Provided treatment for illnesses, infections, injuries, and other medical conditions.
  • Prescribed medications to patients for the management of acute and chronic diseases.
  • Ordered laboratory tests such as X-rays, electrocardiograms, CT scans, MRIs. to diagnose medical conditions.

Education

InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico
, Guayama, PR

Associate of Science from Nursing Science
05.2022

UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DE VENEZUELA
, Caracas

M.D from Imaging Specialist
01.1992

UNIVERSIDAD DEL ZULIA
, Maracaibo

M.D. from MEDICINE
12.1987

UNIVERSIDAD DE LA LAGUNA

M.D. from Medicine (Pre-Medicine)
09.1981

University Overview

Studied part of career

SAN VICENTE DE PAUL SCHOOL
, Maracaibo

High School Diploma
07.1977

Miami Regional University
, Miami

Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner

HCC Houston Community College
, Houston, TX

Some College (No Degree) from English-as-a-Second-Language Education

HCC Houston Community College
, Houston

Some College (No Degree) from Accounting

Skills

  • Experienced Breast biopsy
  • Enthusiastic people person
  • Advance Problem solving
  • Great organization skills
  • Proficiencies MS Office and OS
  • Continuing Education
  • Basic Life Support
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Patient Relations
  • Needle Localization
  • Records Management
  • Health Education
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Quality Control
  • HIPAA

Accomplishments

  • LATINOAMERICAN ULTRASOUND ASSOCIATION - Caracas, Venezuela
  • V LatiLatinoamericangress of Ultrasound
  • Emergency
  • Army Medical Services - Caracas, Venezuela
  • Course of Emergency Medicine
  • Tropical Medicine
  • Health Department of Venezuelan Government - Maracaibo, Venezuela
  • Course of Parasitism Diseases
  • Cardiology
  • Health Department of Venezuelan Government - Maracaibo, Venezuela
  • Basic course of EKG.
  • PePediatricli>
  • Health Department from Venezuelan Government - Maracaibo, Venezuela
  • Pediatric medicine update course.
  • Gastroenterology
  • Medical College from Zulia State - Maracaibo, Venezuela
  • Evaluation and Diagnosis of Portal hhypertension/li>
  • Option of treatment.
  • Cardiology
  • Health Department Venezuelan Government - Barquisimeto, Lara, VENEZUELA
  • Update in Cardiology.
  • PUBLICATIONS & CONFERENCES
  • Use of the CT in abdominal pathology , Caracas .1992
  • Emphysema Lung in CT., Rx and functional test
  • Use of imaging guided microbiopsies in the management of the breast cancer Congress of Oncology Society
  • Maiquetia.1994
  • Conference: Mammography and Breast Cancer
  • Barcelona, 1994
  • Comparative Analyses of mamographies doing with different combinations anodofilters.10th International Congress of Senology and Breast Cancer
  • Oporto
  • Portugal 1998
  • Image Guided microbiopsies in the moderm management of the breast lesions.10th International Congress of Senology and Breast Cancer
  • Oporto
  • Portugal 1998
  • Image guieded microbiopsies in a palpable breast lesions
  • A report case of a highly suspicious muticentric disease
  • 10th International Congress of Senology and
  • Breast Cancer
  • Oporto, Portugal 1998
  • Imaging guided Microbiopsies of breast tumors.Analyses of 9783 integral breast evaluations.Proposition for a report system
  • 10th International Congress of
  • Senology and Breast Cancer
  • Oporto, Portugal 1998
  • Conference and Meeting: fibro-epitelial condition of the Breast
  • Conference and Meeting: Breast carcinoma
  • CD.Software for the evaluation of risk from Breast Cancer using the Gail et al
  • Method.

Member Of Scientific Societies

  • Board of Registered Nurse Texas State
  • Board of Registered Nurse New York State
  • Medical Board from Estado Miranda.Venezuela
  • Medical Board of Estado Anzoategui, Venezuela
  • Venezuelan Radiologist Society.
  • Venezuelan Breast Pathology Society
  • American College Of Radiology (ACR)
  • International Society of Senology (SIS)
  • Medical Board from LA RIOJA.Spain
  • Medical Board . Ordem dos Medicos Oporto.Portugal

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited
Galician
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • NCSBN ID 24390836
  • license of Texas Board of Nurse number 1073665
  • License of New York Board of Nurse number 838601
  • Basic Life Support By American Heart Association e card code 235414043928

Timeline

Ultrasound Technician

A1 Mobile Diagnostic Ultrasound
01.2020 - Current

Medical Radiologist

ESFERASAUDE
03.2007 - 10.2013

Medical Doctor ER

SEMENO - Famalicao
10.2005 - 02.2007

Medical Doctor ER

Sao Marcos Hospital
01.2005 - 08.2005

Medical Radiologist

VIAMED
02.2004 - 01.2005

Medical Doctor

CLINICA DO BOM DESPACHO
01.2000 - 01.2004

Medical Radiologist

Mastologist, DIAGNOSTICOS
06.1994 - 12.1999

Medical Radiologist

Luis Razzeti Hospital
02.1993 - 04.1994

Medical Radiologist

Hospital Carlos Arvelo. Army from Venezuela
12.1989 - 01.1993

Medical Doctor

Health Department of, Government - EL Carito
02.1988 - 10.1989

InterAmerican University of Puerto Rico

Associate of Science from Nursing Science

UNIVERSIDAD CENTRAL DE VENEZUELA

M.D from Imaging Specialist

UNIVERSIDAD DEL ZULIA

M.D. from MEDICINE

UNIVERSIDAD DE LA LAGUNA

M.D. from Medicine (Pre-Medicine)

SAN VICENTE DE PAUL SCHOOL

High School Diploma

Miami Regional University

Master of Science from Family Nurse Practitioner

HCC Houston Community College

Some College (No Degree) from English-as-a-Second-Language Education

HCC Houston Community College

Some College (No Degree) from Accounting
  • NCSBN ID 24390836
  • license of Texas Board of Nurse number 1073665
  • License of New York Board of Nurse number 838601
  • Basic Life Support By American Heart Association e card code 235414043928
JORGE ABALO REDDEN