KAREN HENRICHSEN
Williamston,SC
Summary
Accomplished Associate Medical Director with a proven track record at CenterWell Senior Primary Care, adept in using Data Analytics to drive quality improvements and experienced in Value Based Care. Skilled in team building and staff management, I've successfully supervised multiple clinics, enhancing healthcare outcomes and clinician professional development. Also, with strong experience in managing operations to improve patient access to providers in the center.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Medical Director
CenterWell Senior Primary Care
07.2021 - Current
- Supervise 4 clinics with over 4000 lives and 15 providers
- Develops and oversees organizational policies, strategies and objectives to foster equitable improvements across health services outcomes.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Developed treatment plans to address chronic conditions and preserve patient health and well-being.
- Provided clinical supervision and leadership to support clinician professional development and strengthen healthcare systems.
- Recruited, hired and trained other physicians and nurse practitioners in value based care
- Served on Human's Physician Advisory Council and Co chaired the subcommittee on Community and Engagement Building from 2020 to 2023
- Have actively participated in Huron Group Leadership training
- Actively participating on the National Change Management Committee and leading the Change in the SC Market to provide consistency in workflow across all markets, improve access to care and streamline workflows for improved associate engagement.
- Conducted regular audits to evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies and procedures, recommending changes as needed.
- Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization, promoting collaboration for optimal patient care delivery.
- Analyzed performance data to identify trends and develop targeted strategies for improving both individual clinician performance as well as overall departmental success.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive work environment, promoting a high level of employee engagement and satisfaction.
- Joined committees and task forces to enhance case management, improve clinical documentation and foster physician engagement.
- Currently, the National Clinical Lead for Access and Atrribution
Staff Physician
CenterWell Senior Primary Care
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
- Conducted research and stayed current with medical advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
- Participated on Physician Well Being Committee
Staff Physician
NCH Physician's Group
10.2010 - 05.2017
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Volunteered at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
- From August 2011 to November 2016 was on Board of Directors and served as Chair of Board from 2014 to 2016.
- Participated in several committees and chaired most of them at one time : Finance and Operations, IT, Recruitment, Retention and Quality.
- Lead efforts to implement new EMR in 2015.
- Part of first cohort to go through Mayo Clinic Leadership training
- Medical Director for Diabetes Education: Provided clinical oversight and support
- Medical Director for Pro-Time Clinic: Provided clinical oversight, reviewed all patients lab results, medical consultations as needed and liaison with other physicians in practice.
Staff Physician
Anchor Health Centers
09.2007 - 10.2010
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Volunteered at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
Internal Medicine Resident
Union Hospital,
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Demonstrated care and compassion in explaining diagnosis, prognosis and treatment to patients and family members.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
- Shadowed attending physicians during complex and innovative procedures to gain greater understanding of technique.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
- Adhered to universal precautions and other appropriate infection control practices.
- Communicated with patients to gain medical history and lifestyle information.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Performed medical care under guidance of attending physician.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
- Participated in hospital's Clinical Monitoring Committee
Intern Physician
Union Hospital
07.2004 - 07.2005
- Completed routine physical exams and diagnostic tests to provide accurate diagnosis.
- Explained procedures and discussed test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
- Researched industry innovations and emerging treatments to improve care delivery.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Conducted research and stayed current with medical advancements, contributing to growth of medical knowledge.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.
- Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Participated on hospital's Quality Improvement Committee
- Received Rudy Wadle Award for Excellence in Medicine
Education
MBA - Executive MBA in Healthcare
Saint Joseph's University
Philadelphia, PA05.2021
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Philadelphia, PA06.2004
No Degree - PreMedical Curriculum
Rutgers University
Newark, NJBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Iona College
New Rochelle, NY05.1991
Skills
- Experienced in Value Based Care
- Able to use Data Analytics to drive Quality
- Excellent Clinical Skills
- Project oversight
- Team Building
- Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Hiring and recruitment
- Patient education and counseling
- Relationship building and retention
- Staff Management
- Clinical Leadership
Certification
- South Carolina State Medical License - Active
- Florida State License - currently Inactive
- Board Certified Internal Medicine by American College of Osteopathic Internists
- BLS Certified
Professional Affliations
- American Osteopathic Association
- American Collete of Osteopathic Internists
- South Carolina Osteopathic Medical Society
Timeline
Associate Medical Director
CenterWell Senior Primary Care
07.2021 - Current
Staff Physician
CenterWell Senior Primary Care
05.2017 - 07.2021
Staff Physician
NCH Physician's Group
10.2010 - 05.2017
Staff Physician
Anchor Health Centers
09.2007 - 10.2010
Internal Medicine Resident
Union Hospital,
07.2005 - 07.2007
Intern Physician
Union Hospital
07.2004 - 07.2005
MBA - Executive MBA in Healthcare
Saint Joseph's University
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
No Degree - PreMedical Curriculum
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Iona College
- South Carolina State Medical License - Active
- Florida State License - currently Inactive
- Board Certified Internal Medicine by American College of Osteopathic Internists
- BLS Certified
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