Marina Wilson Riad
Downey,CA
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Physician Assistant (PA) graduate with strong clinical training in diverse medical settings. Skilled in patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning, with experience in procedures, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Passionate about providing high-quality, evidence-based care and committed to continuous learning. Seeking to leverage clinical skills and knowledge in a dynamic healthcare team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Medicine
Dr. Singh M.D.
Anaheim, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic illness in outpatient family practice both in person and via Telemedicine
Internal Medicine (Hematology and Oncology)
The Oncology Institute
Santa Ana and Fountain Valley, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed diagnoses of chronic illnesses related to hematology and oncology with respects to chemotherapy adherence and side effects
- Performed pre-op checklist visits specifically related to hematology and oncology
Dermatology/Aesthetics
Qazi Clinic
Newport Beach, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed dermatology cases for conditions including but not limited to acne, scars, rosacea, telangiectasia, birth marks, hair loss, aging and Botox
Surgical Oncology/General/Colorectal
Dr. Oh M.D. Clinic
San Dimas, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in surgery that involved colorectal, breast, gallbladder and reconstructive procedures
- In addition, patient visits, documentation and education was provided pre-op and post-op
Psychiatry
Dr. Ibraheem Clinic
Long Beach, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Diagnosed and managed mental health disorders, emphasizing therapeutic communication and evidenced based care in all age groups
Emergency Medicine
Kern Medical Emergency Department
Bakersfield, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed a variety of urgent and emergent complaints in an ER setting, including laceration repairs, rabies, allergic reactions, insect bites, musculoskeletal fractures and sprains/strains, autoimmune diseases, women's health emergencies, foreign body removal, cellulitis, chest pain, dizziness, fatigue, pneumonia, diabetes, nephrolithiasis, diverticular diseases, hypertension, electrolyte disturbances, pediatric rashes and upper respiratory tract infection and stomach pain
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Fazilat M.D. Clinic
Sherman Oaks, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed acute and chronic obstetric and gynecologic complaints as well as health maintenance such as pap smears, pelvic exams, breast exams, contraceptive guidance, hormonal disorders, and assisting in endometrial biopsies, IUD placement, HRT therapy, ultrasounds, bloodwork and vaccinations
Pediatrics
Dr. Chopra M.D. Medical Office
Garden Grove, CA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Diagnosed and managed acute and chronic complaints such as asthma, rashes, behavioral concerns, dental complaints, wellness exams, physicals, viral and bacterial illnesses
Physical Therapy Aide
Riviera Sports Physical Therapy/CPRX
Redondo Beach/Los Alamitos, CA
03.2019 - 08.2023
- In my time as a physical therapy aide, I worked with various physical therapists to ensure patients recover from injuries and illnesses by helping them regain mobility and manage pain
- My main duty in this field requires me to treat patients through performances of prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques
- The use of certain equipment is often required
- My job relies heavily on chaperoning patients when they use certain equipment and educating them on the proper movements they must complete in order to gain traction again
- Other duties included managing the front desk, scribing for therapists, training other employee's, performing passive stretching exercises and sterilizing all equipment
Barista
Starbucks
Downey, CA
12.2016 - 04.2019
- As a Starbucks Barista, the delivery of several job duties and providing customer service were required of me
- My main job was to take orders and make coffee, tea, and other specific drinks based on customer wishes
- Operating cash registers were also a big part of the job
- Additional duties as a Barista were fielding customer questions or complaints, cleaning machines, restaurant areas, and restrooms
- Our main goal was to provide a quick and efficient way of delivering, while maintaining efficient customer service
Blood Ambassador/Volunteer
American Red Cross
Long Beach, CA
02.2016 - 04.2018
- In my time as a volunteer coordinator and head ambassador, this program is meant for assisting patients at all ages that all eligible to donate whole blood or platelets by providing care in case of emergency and watching for any hazards during the donation of blood to provide optimal safety, education and reassurance
Volunteer in the ICU for Children
Kaiser Permanente
Downey, CA
05.2014 - 12.2017
- In my time as a volunteer at Kaiser Permanente, my job was to scribe for doctors in the ICU, engage with children and adolescents by keeping them company and planning activities such as playing, coloring, watching movies, providing food and liquids and spending time with them during their chemotherapy
- I had the privilege of also keeping newborns warm and holding them in times of need
- Other duties included aiding the nurses is granting family wishes and disinfecting all toys and materials within the premises
Nursing Home Assistant
Southland Care Center
Downey, CA
01.2014 - 06.2015
Education
Master of Physician Assistant program -
West Coast University, Center for Graduate Studies
Los Angeles, CA12.2024
Undergraduate Degree - Kinesiology
CSULB
Long Beach, CA05.2019
Skills
- EHS/EMR systems
- Ultrasound
- Management of blood flow restriction machine in sports medicine
- Electrical stimulation with exercises
- Ordering and interpreting labs and imaging
- Providing Interpersonal and Interprofessional care
- Collaborating with a healthcare team
- Formulating most likely diagnosis and treatment options
- Patient education
- Obtaining patient history and performing physical examinations
- Psychiatric evaluations
- Laceration repair and Suture removal
- Wound Care
- Foreign Body Removal
Affiliations
- AAPA Membership
- NCACPA Membership
- American Association of Clinical Endocrinology
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 01/27
- Basic Life Support/CPR, 01/27
Languages
- Conversational French
- Conversational Spanish
Awards
- Dean's List Award, 2016, 2017, 2018
- President's Award, 2017, 2018, 2019
References
Available upon request
Community Committee Service
- Nursing Home Assistant, Southland Care Center, Downey, CA, 01/14-06/15
- Participant, CHOC events for cancer awareness, Downey, CA, Anaheim, CA, 03/13-06/15
Relevant Professional Experience
- Physical Therapy Aide, Riviera Sports Physical Therapy/CPRX, Redondo Beach, CA, Los Alamitos, CA, 03/19-08/23
- Blood Ambassador/Volunteer, American Red Cross, Long Beach, CA, 02/16-04/18
- Volunteer in the ICU for Children, Kaiser Permanente, Downey, CA, 05/14-12/17
Timeline
Family Medicine
Dr. Singh M.D.
01.2024 - 12.2024
Internal Medicine (Hematology and Oncology)
The Oncology Institute
01.2024 - 12.2024
Dermatology/Aesthetics
Qazi Clinic
01.2024 - 12.2024
Surgical Oncology/General/Colorectal
Dr. Oh M.D. Clinic
01.2024 - 12.2024
Psychiatry
Dr. Ibraheem Clinic
01.2024 - 12.2024
Emergency Medicine
Kern Medical Emergency Department
01.2024 - 12.2024
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Dr. Fazilat M.D. Clinic
01.2024 - 12.2024
Pediatrics
Dr. Chopra M.D. Medical Office
01.2024 - 12.2024
Physical Therapy Aide
Riviera Sports Physical Therapy/CPRX
03.2019 - 08.2023
Barista
Starbucks
12.2016 - 04.2019
Blood Ambassador/Volunteer
American Red Cross
02.2016 - 04.2018
Volunteer in the ICU for Children
Kaiser Permanente
05.2014 - 12.2017
Nursing Home Assistant
Southland Care Center
01.2014 - 06.2015
Master of Physician Assistant program -
West Coast University, Center for Graduate Studies
Undergraduate Degree - Kinesiology
CSULB