Leidi Pedraza Gonzalez M.D
Miami,FL
Summary
Dedicated Pediatrician determined to provide outstanding service and care to children and their families, listening to parent’s concerns and treating for overall well-being. Proven ability to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of pediatric conditions while fostering strong relationships with patients and families. Committed to staying current with the latest advancements in pediatric medicine through continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Resident
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
- Performed medical care under guidance of attending physician
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for illnesses in our pediatric ER and NICU
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide expert care to infants, children, adolescents and young adults
- Mentored interns and medical students
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated a variety of diseases and conditions in ward, ER, ICU, and outpatient settings
- Ordered and executed diagnostics tests and analyzed diagnostic images to further investigate patient conditions
- Administered and prescribed appropriate courses of treatment, including pharmaceutical medications
- Educated patients regarding diet, hygiene, and effective disease-prevention methods
- Received newborn at the moment of delivery, performed resuscitation when needed, and decided on the most appropriate course of management
- Assisted with emergency C-sections and high-risk deliveries
- Performed hands-on procedures like intubation, LP, IV access, Arterial blood work, and catheterization in order to perform diagnostic procedures and make appropriate treatment decisions
- Explained and educated parents and legal guardians regarding patient care
- Performed Quality Improvement (QI) projects, research, and presentation for the pediatric residency program.
Behavior Health Case Manager
Lifetime Solutions Agency
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Provide direct behavioral health case management services to adults with serious mental health conditions and substance use disorders
- Identifies cases for individual case management by collecting information obtained from the patient, providers, and caregivers
- Coordinates and certifies services based upon information obtained during client assessment.
Monitor Technician
Mount Sinai Medical Center
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Continuous observation of cardiac rhythms on patients requiring telemetry monitoring
- Document admission rhythm strip with appropriate measurements and lead in use
- Document all dysrhythmias and report to the charge nurse or the nurse caring for the patient.
Pediatric Resident
Hospital Pediatrico Jose Luis Miranda
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Manage a team of nurses and medical students to help in the improvement of patient care
- Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with parents or legal guardians
- Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness or injury
- Collect and update patient information, such as medical history, reports, and lab results
Education
Pediatric Residency Training -
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
Flushing, NY06.2024
M.D -
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De Villa
Villa Clara,Cuba07.2014
Skills
- Pediatric assessments
- Vaccine administration
- Knowledge of HIPAA standards
- Knowledge of AAP guidelines
- Electronic Medical Record Software
- Knowledge of children and adolescent development
- Knowledge of AAP guidelines and recommendations
- Patient education, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment
- Attention to detail
- Team work
- Strong communication skills
Certification
BLS -02/2025
PALS-03/2025
ACLS-02/2025
NRP-5/31/2025
Affiliations
American Medical Association 2021- Present
American Academy of Pediatrics-2021-Present
Research
PAS 2024:
Co-Author: Anthropometric Measurements and Incidence of Respiratory Infections After Delayed Cord Clamping in Term Neonates
ESPR 2024 :
Author : Lemierre’s syndrome in an Immunocompetent Adolescent
Author: Association Between Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Dyslipidemia in Children Aged 9-11 Years in a Multiethnic Community Hospital
ESPR 2023 :
Co-Author :Short-term Memory and Body Mass Index in Children Aged 6-11 Years in an Urban Multiethnic Community Hospital
Co-Author: Peanut Allergy and Anaphylaxis in Children and Adolescents in an Urban Multiethnic Community Hospital
PAS 2022:
Co-Author: Skin and Soft Tissue Infections and Associated Complications in Children Aged 0-3 Years in Two Urban Multiethnic Community Hospitals
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Pediatric Resident
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
Behavior Health Case Manager
Lifetime Solutions Agency
04.2019 - 05.2021
Monitor Technician
Mount Sinai Medical Center
04.2017 - 04.2019
Pediatric Resident
Hospital Pediatrico Jose Luis Miranda
09.2014 - 09.2015
Pediatric Residency Training -
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
M.D -
Universidad De Ciencias Medicas De Villa