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Michael Kiley PA-C

Berthoud,CO

Summary

Experienced and compassionate Physician Assistant offering expertise in surgical and non-surgical medicine. Specializing in Neurosurgery for over 16 years, with additional experience in Emergency Medicine for 8 years and Orthopedics for 3 years. Skilled in effective communication and customer service, with a knack for humor. Known for providing thorough counseling and follow-up care. Strong organizational skills and meticulous record-keeping abilities. Collaborative team player who excels in working with physicians, colleagues, and support staff. A dedicated problem solver with a passion for continuous learning.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery

AdventHealth Spine and Neurosurgery at Louisville
Louisville, CO
08.2023 - Current
  • This is the same position that I held with Centura Spine and neurosurgery. Centura Health dissolved into Advent Health and CommonSpirit Health. Our practice is the same that is now known as AdventHealth Spine and Neurosurgery at Louisville
  • Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
  • Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
  • Developed plans for patient management with physicians' supervision.
  • Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using appropriate coding.

Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery

Centura Spine and Neurosurgery
Louisville, CO
06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
  • Provided diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic diseases.
  • Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.
  • Developed plans for patient management with physicians' supervision.
  • Documented all patient visits in an electronic medical record system using appropriate coding.
  • Reviewed patient records to assess quality of care provided by other health professionals.
  • Provided emergency department coverage as needed.
  • Managed hospital rounds ensuring timely completion of orders while providing direct patient care.
  • placed LD drains
  • placed and monitored EVDs
  • managed ICPs
  • managed trauma patients

Physician Assistant

Boulder Neurosurgical & Spine Associates
Boulder, CO
01.2008 - 06.2022
  • Perform patient assessments on outpatients, in the emergency department and on the inpatient floors
  • Educate patients on brain and spinal conditions
  • Record complete medical histories, progress notes and assessment details in Helios, Meditech and Epic EHR systems
  • Conduct thorough physical evaluations and collect patient information to facilitate smooth and effective visits
  • Explain treatment/surgical procedures, medication risks as well as prognosis and expected outcomes
  • Determine appropriate imaging and laboratory exams needed based on symptoms presented
  • Provide initial coverage for unavailable physicians, filling critical staffing gap and providing solid patient care
  • Independently conduct therapeutic interventions, including wound care and infection management
  • Assist physicians with skilled support during surgeries and complicated medical procedures
  • Serve as liaison to Stroke and Trauma Committees at Boulder Community Health

Physician Assistant

Northern Colorado Emergency Physicians
Greeley, CO
01.2008 - 04.2010

Level 2 Emergency Department with both experience in the FastTrack and Main ER department providing Emergency Medicine to the community of Greeley Colorado. Saw patients both independently and with the supervising physician caring for a variety of medical conditions in newborns to the elderly. Performed procedures from simple laceration repairs to joint reductions, casting, chest tube placements and venous access. Experienced with in-house US/FAST exams, wound care and treatments as well as interpretation of labs, EKGs, diagnosis and triage/disposition of patients.

Physician Assistant

Boulder Emergency Physicians
Boulder, CO
08.2001 - 03.2008

Provided Emergency Medical services for the community of Boulder, Colorado. Worked at both the Foothills and Broadway campuses of Boulder Community Hospital. Provided medical care for patients from infants to the elderly. Worked closely with the supervising physician providing care with various conditions including all medical and surgical problems.

Physician Assistant

Boulder Center For Orthopedics
Boulder, CO
08.2001 - 08.2003

Provided both clinical and hospital care for the patients of Boulder Orthopedics including ER consults as well as surgical assistance during various orthopedic conditions. Casting, splinting and management of simple to complex fractures

Physician Assistant

Saint Mary's Hospital
Troy, NY
12.2000 - 08.2001

Provided Emergency Medical care to the town of Troy, NY and its surroundings. Provided all aspects of medical care to patients from infants to the elderly

Physician Assistant

Albany Medical Center
Albany, NY
10.2000 - 08.2001

Emergency Medical care at a level 1 Trauma Center in downtown Albany, NY. Provided all aspects of medical care to patients from infants to the elderly. Clinical instructor to the PA program of Albany Medical Center

Education

Physician Assistant Certification - Physician Assistant

Albany Medical College
Albany, NY
08.2000

Bachelor of Science - EPO Biology/Kinesiology

University of Colorado At Boulder
Boulder, CO
12.1993

Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO

Associate of Applied Science - Physician Assistant

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
08.2000

Skills

  • Communication abilities
  • Compassionate Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Implementing treatment plans
  • Managing charts
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Emergency room consultations
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Patient Management including management of EVDs, LDs and ICP montoring
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Educating patients
  • Discharge Planning
  • Surgical Assistance

-ACLS/BLS Certified-current

-FAST Exam/Trauma from Denver Health Medical Center

-Botox and Dermal Filler Administration from the Esthetic Skin Institute, 2007

-Airlife biannual CME Lecture Series, lecturer

-Clinical Preceptor for PA, NP and nursing students

Certification

-Board Certified Physician Assistant, NCCPA, 2000-current #1048160

-Special Recognition in Surgery, NCCPA, 2001-current

-Colorado State License #1403, 2001-current

-New York State License #0007761, 2000-2003

-DEA registration, 2000-current

-ACLS provider, 2002-current

-BLS provider, 1993-current

-Medicare and Medicaid provider

-Emergency Medical Technician, 1993-1999

-Ski Patrol, Winter Park, CO. 1992-1996

-Professional Affiliations

American Association of Physician Assistants

National Commission of the Certification of Physician

Assistants

Timeline

Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery

AdventHealth Spine and Neurosurgery at Louisville
08.2023 - Current

Physician Assistant-Neurosurgery

Centura Spine and Neurosurgery
06.2022 - 07.2023

Physician Assistant

Boulder Neurosurgical & Spine Associates
01.2008 - 06.2022

Physician Assistant

Northern Colorado Emergency Physicians
01.2008 - 04.2010

Physician Assistant

Boulder Emergency Physicians
08.2001 - 03.2008

Physician Assistant

Boulder Center For Orthopedics
08.2001 - 08.2003

Physician Assistant

Saint Mary's Hospital
12.2000 - 08.2001

Physician Assistant

Albany Medical Center
10.2000 - 08.2001

Physician Assistant Certification - Physician Assistant

Albany Medical College

Bachelor of Science - EPO Biology/Kinesiology

University of Colorado At Boulder

Some College (No Degree) - Chemistry

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Associate of Applied Science - Physician Assistant

Hudson Valley Community College
Michael Kiley PA-C