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Kevin Vidal

Pembroke Pines,FL

Summary

Competent Physician Assistant with 3 years of experience in neurosurgery offering strong history of success in meeting patient needs by leveraging healthcare expertise to diagnose and treat conditions. Conduct hands-on assessments, collect patient histories and order laboratory tests independently to support patient needs. Self-motivated and hardworking with excellent bedside manner.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery

Cleveland Clinic Florida
04.2021 - Current
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement accurate treatment plans.
  • Conducted physical examinations to assess patients' health and current condition for optimal treatment.
  • Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Managed postoperative care for neurosurgical patients, ensuring proper wound healing and timely follow-up appointments.
  • Assisted attending surgeons in complicated surgeries, gaining valuable hands-on experience and improving technical skills.

Tutor

Midwestern University
03.2019 - 05.2020
  • Assisted students in various courses such as clinical medicine, immunology, physiology, and pharmacology
  • Guided students through their questions step by step to ensuring improved understanding of the material
  • Adapted tutoring strategy to match the diverse learning styles and needs of each individual student.

EMT

American Ambulance
11.2016 - 04.2018
  • Provided exceptional emergency and non-emergency treatment to patients during transport
  • Ensured that the continuation of care was seamless to minimize any delay in patient care
  • Utilized medical equipment to assess patient and carry out basic life support.

Education

Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies -

Midwestern University
Downers Grove, IL

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering/Biomechanics -

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Suturing
  • Patient History Documentation
  • Educating patients

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Physician Assistants, 06/2018 - Present
  • Florida Association of Physician Assistants, 03/2020 - Present

Certificationsandlicensure

  • State of Florida Physician Assistant Licensure, 10/2020
  • NCCPA Certification, 09/2020
  • Medication for Addition Treatment Waiver (SAMHSA), 04/2020
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Additional Information

AWARDS AND PUBLICATIONS

  • Sabahi M, Shahbazi T, Maroufi SF, Vidal K, Recinos PF, Kshettry VR, Roser F, Adada B, Borghei-Razavi H. MRI-Negative Cushing's Disease: A Review on Therapeutic Management. World Neurosurg. 2022 Jun;162:126-137.e1. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2022.03.076. Epub 2022 Mar 22. PMID: 35338018.
  • Vidal K, Barmpoutis A, Alzate J, Beekhuizen S, Delgado H, Donaldson P, Hall A, Lago C, Fox EJ. Assessment of Haptic Interaction for Home-Based Physical Tele-Therapy using Wearable Devices and Depth Sensors. Studies in Health Technologies and Informatics. 2016 ; 220:33-8.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Physician Assistant, Neurosurgery

Cleveland Clinic Florida
04.2021 - Current

Tutor

Midwestern University
03.2019 - 05.2020

EMT

American Ambulance
11.2016 - 04.2018

Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies -

Midwestern University

Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering/Biomechanics -

University of Florida

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