Lauren Hunt
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced gastroenterology physician assistant with over 2 years experience at a tertiary academic medical center in an outpatient setting. Provides exceptional patient care. Conducts comprehensive medical histories and physical examinations independently. Interprets diagnostic tests and implements evidence-based treatment plans. Proficient in communicating and educating patients on lifestyle/diet modifications, medical therapies, preventative care, and research opportunities. Collaborates with the care team to coordinate and execute effective treatment strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Gastroenterology Physician Assistant
Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin
08.2022 - Current
- Provide care for patients with acute/chronic gastroenterology (GI) conditions in an outpatient setting
- Conduct thorough comprehensive patient assessments
- Interpret diagnostic tests and collaborate with physicians to implement evidence-based treatment
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members
- Educate patients to help formulate a care plan for diagnostics, therapy, and research opportunities for various gastroenterology conditions
- Participate in case conferences between general surgery and GI motility specialists to develop a plan for major esophageal motor disorders
Certified Nursing Assistant
University of Kansas Hospital
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Medical Oncology Unit- performed basic nursing skills, measured vital signs, and collaborated with care team.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tabitha Health Services
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Alzheimer’s and Dementia Unit- provided basic nursing skills and assisted with activities of daily living
Research Assistant
Orthopedic Neural Engineering Lab
01.2017 - 05.2018
· Utilized biomaterial and tissue engineering to counteract degenerative intervertebral discs causing low back pain.
Research Assistant
Bonasera Lab (Department of Neuroscience)
06.2016 - 08.2016
Summer Undergraduate Research Program
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05-2022
Master of Science - Biological Systems Engineering
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
Lincoln, Nebraska, NE08-2018
Skills
- Gastroenterology / Motility
- Physical examination
- Patient assessments
- Diagnosing conditions
- Patient management
- Educating patients
- Chronic disease management
- Evidence-based medicine
- Patient history documentation
- Medical records management
- EMR / EHR (Epic)
Accomplishments
- American Academy of PAs 2019- Present
- American College of Gastroenterology 2022- Present
Professional Associations
Certification
- Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) 2022- Present
- Physician Assistant Wisconsin State License July 2022- Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2023- Present
Timeline
Gastroenterology Physician Assistant
Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin
08.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
University of Kansas Hospital
08.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Tabitha Health Services
08.2017 - 07.2018
Research Assistant
Orthopedic Neural Engineering Lab
01.2017 - 05.2018
Research Assistant
Bonasera Lab (Department of Neuroscience)
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Physician Assistant Certification (PA-C) 2022- Present
- Physician Assistant Wisconsin State License July 2022- Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2023- Present
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Marquette University
Master of Science - Biological Systems Engineering
University of Nebraska, Lincoln
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