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Karla Cabrera

Physician Assistant
Calexico,CA

Summary

Competent Physician Assistant with 20-years of experience in Primary Care and Internal Medicine. Well-developed skill in patient observation, assessment, and examination.

Expertise includes over 15 years of experience managing chronic illnesses such as Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, and Thyroid conditions.

Self-motivated and hardworking with excellent bedside manner.

Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Physician Assistant

ECRMC
Calexico, CA
12.2017 - Current
  • Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.
  • Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
  • Reviewed medical testing requests to determine validity of diagnostic testing requests.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Referred to and consulted with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.
  • Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.

Physician Assistant

IV Family Care Medical Group
Calexico, CA
02.2011 - 03.2017
  • Met with patients to discuss medical histories and current complaints.
  • Implemented therapeutic regimens involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
  • Educated patients on variety of infectious disease issues, nutrition, obesity and smoking cessation to improve overall health and wellness.

Physician Assistant

Diabetes and Endocrine Associates
El Centro, CA
02.2003 - 04.2012

- Assessed and managed diseases ranging from Prediabetes, Diabetes, Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Osteoporosis, and Thyroid Disorders.

- Implementing treatment plans adhering to standards of care and professional practice guidelines.

- Worked at the following locations:

Ximed building, La Jolla, CA.

Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA.

Grossmont Hospital, La Mesa, CA.

El Centro, CA.

Physician Assistant

Balboa Nephrology Medical Group
El Centro, CA
02.2010 - 03.2012

- Managed patients with acute and chronic kidney disease and comorbidities.

Education

Doctor Of Medicine -

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
Mexicali, BC
07.1985 - 08.1992

Associate Of General Studies -

Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA
07.1997 - 08.1999

Physician Assistant Certified -

Stanford University
Stanford, CA
09.2001 - 12.2002

Associate Degree In Nursing -

Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA
06.1998 - 12.2000

Skills

Educating patients

Diagnosing conditions

Completing examinations

Patient Management in multiple chronic illnesses such as Prediabetes, Diabetes,Hyperlipidemia, Thyroid conditions, Hypertension, and Hyperlipidemia

Working with specialists

Managing prescription refills

Preventive care

Conversant in English and Spanish

Timeline

Physician Assistant

ECRMC
12.2017 - Current

Physician Assistant

IV Family Care Medical Group
02.2011 - 03.2017

Physician Assistant

Balboa Nephrology Medical Group
02.2010 - 03.2012

Physician Assistant

Diabetes and Endocrine Associates
02.2003 - 04.2012

Physician Assistant Certified -

Stanford University
09.2001 - 12.2002

Associate Degree In Nursing -

Imperial Valley College
06.1998 - 12.2000

Associate Of General Studies -

Imperial Valley College
07.1997 - 08.1999

Doctor Of Medicine -

Universidad Autónoma De Baja California
07.1985 - 08.1992
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