Melanie Vaisberg
Chicago,IL
Summary
Third-year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Resident (PMR/RRA) at Swedish Hospital in Chicago with advanced training in forefoot and rearfoot surgery, wound care, and diabetic limb salvage. Skilled in managing complex pathology across hospital, clinic, and surgical center settings. Fluent in Spanish and passionate about patient education and health equity in underserved communities. Known for strong diagnostic acumen, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a proactive, team-based approach to improving outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Physician
Swedish Hospital - Endeavor Health
07.2023 - 07.2026
- Third-year resident in a comprehensive 3-year program with strong surgical, clinical, and wound care training.
- Manage forefoot and rearfoot pathology in a resident-run clinic, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and postoperative care.
- Perform elective and reconstructive procedures alongside over 25 podiatric and orthopedic attendings.
- Provide bilingual care to a largely underserved population, using Spanish to enhance patient education and trust.
- Routinely manage complex wounds and diabetic limb salvage cases with biologics, grafts, and advanced dressings.
- Participate in weekly academic meetings, journal clubs, cadaver labs, and board review sessions.
- Mentor junior residents and students in both clinical and surgical settings.
- Rotate through Swedish, St. Francis, and Skokie Hospitals, two surgery centers, and Lurie Children’s Hospital.
Medical Scribe
Certified Foot & Ankle Specialists
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided real-time EMR documentation during patient visits, including histories, physical exams, and treatment plans.
- Worked alongside podiatric residents and attendings, gaining early exposure to diabetic limb salvage, wound care, and sports injuries.
- Supported billing accuracy through CPT coding and documentation.
- Assisted with vital signs, dressing changes, and compression wraps under supervision.
- Developed foundational clinical knowledge and a lasting interest in podiatric medicine.
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmericaLLC
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Transcribed patient‐provider encounters for pediatric, urology, and internal medicine specialists.
- Recorded and entered medical records into a variety of EMRs including AllScripts, MedBos, Athena, and Epic Systems.
Education
DPM - Podiatry
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine And Science
North Chicago, IL05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Florida International University
Miami, FL04-2018
Skills
- Forefoot and Rearfoot Surgical Management
- Advanced Wound Care and Limb Salvage
- Diabetic Foot and Infection Management
- Adult Foot & Ankle Pathology
- Bedside manner
- Diagnostic skills
- Inpatient care
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Spanish-Speaking Patient Education
- In-Office Procedures and Diagnostics
- Cadaver Labs and Surgical Simulation Training
- EMR Documentation and CPT Coding
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR – American Heart Association, Current
- OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens & Workplace Safety Certification
- HIPAA & Workplace Harassment Training Certification
- CITI Program Biomedical Human Research Certification
Scholarly Activity
“A Favorable Response to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Bioactive Glass Fiber Matrix in Pyoderma Gangrenosum: A Case Report” — Contributing author; presented at the Symposium of Advanced Wound Care (SAWC), 2025
- Participated in clinical case review, literature synthesis, and manuscript development
- Highlighted innovative wound care strategies for rare pathology in a high-risk patient population
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Resident Physician
Swedish Hospital - Endeavor Health
07.2023 - 07.2026
Medical Scribe
Certified Foot & Ankle Specialists
05.2018 - 07.2019
Medical Scribe
ScribeAmericaLLC
05.2017 - 05.2018
DPM - Podiatry
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine And Science
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Florida International University
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