Kudzai Dombo
Toluca,CA
Summary
Patient-focused board-certified Gynecologist with 18 years of dedication to patient education and quality care. Builds rapport with patients to foster trusting and effective care environment. Well-versed in maintaining detailed medical records to facilitate care plan development. Effective at interviewing patients to evaluate the cause of current symptoms. Well-versed in assessments techniques, laboratory tests and scan options for different conditions. Highly analytical, organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to getting ahead of conditions, managing symptoms and making patients comfortable. Positive and upbeat professional with a deep love for the field and patients.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Menopause Practitioner
Alloy
12.2022 - Current
- Helped patients understand perimenopause and menopause symptoms.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving hormones and non-hormonal therapies and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications and other medical conditions that could complicate their care.
- Helped coordinate preventive care such as well-woman checks, mammograms and gynecological examination where necessary.
- Updated patient and office medical records to comply with company and regulatory standards.
Menopause Practitioner
Winona
08.2022 - Current
- Consulted with patients to go over concerns, review histories and symptoms.
- Implemented therapeutic regimens involving bioidentical menopause hormone therapy, supplements and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Reviewed labs, diagnostic tests and imaging to ensure safest forms of treatment
- Reviewed referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
- Participated in live question and answer webinars to ensure patients had full understanding of all options for treatment.
Associate Obstetricia and Gynecologist (per Diem)
Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - Current
- Educated patients (obstetric and gynecology) on specific treatments and care plans.
- Counseled female patients on birth control methods, cervical and breast cancer and answered questions or concerns.
- Performed in office colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, transvaginal ultrasound, paragard and mirena insertion, nexplanon insertion, cervical polypectomy.
- Worked closely with nurses to check on patient statuses and needs.
- Kept detailed records of patient treatments and needs throughout medical processes.
- Explained test results to patients to help each make decisions about lifestyle choices, future healthcare, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
- Consulted with patients on symptoms to help diagnose various gynecologic concerns.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Provided fast and accurate patient diagnostics or referrals.
OB/GYN Physician
OB Hospitalist Group
06.2017 - Current
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening conditions in obstetrics and gynecology patients
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately engaged with specialists like perinatology and gynecologic oncology.
- 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.
- Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.
- Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
- Provided consultation to other medical specialties and administration on patient treatment.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
Director of Site Operations
OB Hospitalist Group
07.2018 - 02.2022
- Developed sound recommendations for hospital C-suite and administrative staff to improve quality metrics
- Built and maintained strong relationships with internal ob hospitalist team, hospital administration and private ob/gyn physicians
- Delivered feedback and improvement recommendations to enhance patient experiences and hospital metrics
- Interacted with private ob/gyn physicians to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Updated and resolved incidents within ob hospitalist team and between team and private ob/gyn physicians.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Tracked employee performance, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Mednax Health Solutions
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Worked in OBED and explained test results to patients to help each make decisions about concerns in collaboration with their physicians, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
- Provided fast and accurate patient diagnostics or referrals.
- Managed deliveries involving both emergency caesarean and emergency deliveries.
- Managed obstetric emergencies like postpartum hemorrhage.
- Worked closely with nurses to check on patient statuses and needs.
- Kept detailed records of patient treatments and needs throughout medical processes.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Momdoc Women For Women
04.2012 - 05.2016
- Explained test results to patients to help each make decisions about lifestyle choices, future healthcare, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
- Educated patients on specific treatments and care plans.
- Worked closely with nurse practitioner's and midwives to check on patient statuses and needs.
- Counseled female patients on birth control methods, cervical and breast cancer and answered questions or concerns.
- Consulted with patients on symptoms to help diagnose various gynecologic concerns.
- Performed labor management vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections.
- Performed in office procedures (e.g. pap, colposcopy, iud insertion, nexplanon, essure, iud removal)
- Performed gynecologic surgeries (hysterectomy, laparoscopy, salpingoophorectomy, ovarian cystectomies, tubal ligations, hysterescopy, dilation and currettage).
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Sonja Kill Memorial Hospital, Volunteer
07.2015 - 08.2015
- Prenatal care consultations
- Teaching and training midwives and junior doctors in obstetrics and gynecology topics.
- Supervised midwives during vaginal deliveries.
- Performed operative vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections.
- Taught junior doctors operative techniques.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance. - Explained test results to patients to help each make decisions about lifestyle choices, future healthcare, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
Consulted with patients on symptoms to help diagnose various gynecologic concerns.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
12.2011 - 02.2012
- Explained conditions and test results to patients to help each make decisions about lifestyle choices, future healthcare, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
- Educated patients on specific treatments and care plans.
- Provided prenatal care including ultrasounds and prenatal counseling
- Consulted with patients on symptoms to help diagnose various gynecologic concerns.
- Performed surgery for conditions eg ectopic pregnancy, tubal ligation
- Performed cesarean sections when necessary
- Supervised midwives with vaginal deliveries and managed antenatal patients.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Associates In Women's Health Care
01.2009 - 09.2011
- Explained test results to patients to help each make decisions about lifestyle choices, future healthcare, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
- Counseled female patients on birth control methods, cervical and breast cancer and answered questions or concerns.
- Worked closely with nurse practitioners, physician assistants to check on patient statuses and needs.
- Managed patients in labor and delivery (normal vaginal, operative vaginal and cesarean)
- Performed gynecologic surgery (hysterectomy, laparoscopy, salpingopophorectomy, ovarian cystectomy, ectopic pregnancy, D&C, tubal ligation).
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Garden State OBGYN
08.2005 - 12.2008
- Counseled female patients on birth control methods, cervical and breast cancer and answered questions or concerns.
- Consulted with patients on symptoms to help diagnose various gynecologic concerns.
- Explained test results to patients to help each make decisions about lifestyle choices, future healthcare, and treatments for gynecologic or obstetric issues.
- Educated patients on specific treatments and care plans.
- performed labor management, vaginal deliveries, operative deliveries and cesarean sections
- Performed gynecologic procedures including hysterectomy, laparoscopy, oophorectomy, ovarian cystectomy, LEEP, D&C, tubal ligation.
- In office procedures (colposcopy, iud insertion and removal, nexplanon insertion and removal)
Education
M.D. - Medical
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Piscataway, NJ06.2001
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05.1996
Obstetrics And Gynecology Residency
Albert Einstein Medical Center
Philadelphia 07.2001 - 06.2005
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Training and Development
- Planning and Coordination
Timeline
Menopause Practitioner
Alloy
12.2022 - Current
Menopause Practitioner
Winona
08.2022 - Current
Associate Obstetricia and Gynecologist (per Diem)
Kaiser Permanente
06.2022 - Current
Director of Site Operations
OB Hospitalist Group
07.2018 - 02.2022
OB/GYN Physician
OB Hospitalist Group
06.2017 - Current
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Mednax Health Solutions
07.2016 - 07.2017
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Sonja Kill Memorial Hospital, Volunteer
07.2015 - 08.2015
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Momdoc Women For Women
04.2012 - 05.2016
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders)
12.2011 - 02.2012
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Associates In Women's Health Care
01.2009 - 09.2011
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Garden State OBGYN
08.2005 - 12.2008
Obstetrics And Gynecology Residency
Albert Einstein Medical Center
07.2001 - 06.2005
M.D. - Medical
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Bachelor of Science - Biology
The University of Michigan
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