Local physician assistant with warm bedside manner who utilizes thorough yet concise history taking to develop a differential diagnosis and treatment plan
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant
Munson Medical Center
Traverse City, MI
12.2019 - 02.2026
Triage and stabilization of high acuity patients with transfer to emergency room as necessary
Management of acute allergic reactions
Removal of foreign bodies
Incision and drainage of abscesses
Repair of lacerations
Physician Assistant
Mancelona Family Practice
Mancelona, MI
07.2014 - 04.2022
On-site evaluation of radiographs
Casting and splinting of fractures and other orthopedic injuries
Initial evaluation and stabilization of conditions such as acute chest pain
Chronic disease management and preventative care
Performed motivational interviewing to develop meaningful behavioral changes
Physician Assistant
McLaren Northern Elk Rapids Family Medicine
Elk Rapids, MI
01.2013 - 06.2014
Facilitated minor surgical procedures, including incision and drainage of abscesses, cyst removal, punch biopsies, and toenail removal.
Additional office procedures included: pap smears, cryotherapy of lesions, suturing of lacerations, ear irrigation, foreign body removal, wound cultures and wound dressing.
Conducted wellness care for people across the age spectrum using evidence based guidelines.
Physician Assistant
Elk Rapids Family Practice
Elk Rapids, MI
01.2011 - 01.2013
Developed protocols for obtaining Patient Centered Medical Home status
Utilized exercise science background to incorporate exercise into patient care plans.
Managed chronic mental and physical health conditions.
Performed DOT & sport physicals
Physician Assistant
Munising Memorial Hospital
Munising, MI
06.2007 - 12.2010
Full time coverage at the hospital's family practice clinic, Bay Care Medical Center
Per diem coverage of the emergency room
Attended continuing education seminars to stay updated on advancements in medical practices
Provided compassionate bedside manner while addressing patients' concerns and ensuring their comfort during examinations or procedures
Cardiac Rehabilitation intern
William Beaumont Hospital
Royal Oak, MI
05.2003 - 08.2003
Conducted exercise stress tests and analyzed the resulting electrocardiograms.
Performed educational orientation sessions for patients who recently sustained myocardial infarction and cardiac procedures
Directed cardiac rehabilitation classes and aquatic exercise.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI
05-2004
Affiliations
National Health Service Corps (2008-2010)
National Society of Collegiate Scholars (2001-2004)