Maria Victoria Abijana

Delivered comprehensive medical care to elderly patients, emphasizing diagnosis and prevention of age-related diseases.

Conducted thorough geriatric assessments, evaluating cognitive, functional, nutritional, and psychosocial factors.

Managed complex chronic conditions including dementia, frailty, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and polypharmacy.

Coordinated multidisciplinary care with nurses, therapists, social workers, and specialists to enhance patient outcomes.

Developed tailored care plans to improve quality of life and promote functional independence.

Supervised and mentored medical residents and healthcare staff in geriatric best practices.

Ensured adherence to clinical guidelines and ethical standards throughout patient-centered care processes.

• Diagnosed patient conditions through detailed examinations and assessments.
• Developed treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and circumstances.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Educated patients about their conditions and medications prescribed.
• Responded quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.
• Assessed patient's medical history and symptoms to accurately diagnose illnesses.
• Referred patients with serious medical conditions and emergencies to hospital for immediate care.
• Consulted with specialists when necessary for complex diagnoses or treatments.
• Attended professional development conferences and seminars for continuing education purposes.
• Established and maintained relationships with specialists to provide patient referrals and holistic care.
• Maintained accurate and thorough patient charts in accordance with legal and clinical standards.
• Monitored patients' progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
• Served as mentor for junior doctors in training programs.
• Maintained strict patient privacy and confidential patient information, taking care to meet HIPAA guidelines and statutes for data security.
• Analyzed records, exam data and test results to inform diagnoses.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Discussed histories and current symptoms or complaints with every patient.
• Worked with patients and families to design care plans.
• Managed ongoing care of patients with chronic issues of varying severity and treatment requirements.
• Explained potential prognoses of diseases or traumatic conditions.
• Immunized patients to reduce transmission of preventable diseases.
• Updated charts with latest information, test results and differential diagnoses.