Dynamic physician with extensive experience in patient care and education. Proven leadership in developing comprehensive rehabilitation plans that enhance patient outcomes. Strong communication skills facilitate collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies. Committed to advancing patient self-sufficiency and improving quality of life.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Director
University Of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio
11.2023 - Current
Developed strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and service delivery.
Led multidisciplinary teams in implementing evidence-based practices and protocols.
Collaborated with faculty to integrate medical education into clinical practice.
Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices in patient management.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
Maintained good communication between department heads, medical staff and governing boards by attending board meetings and synchronizing interdepartmental functioning.
Managed administrative functions like cost management, utilization reviews, quality assurance, and medical protocol development.
Assistant Professor
University Of Texas At San Antonio
San Antonio
11.2023 - Current
Collaborated with faculty on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Evaluated student performance through assignments and examinations.
Participated in departmental meetings to discuss program improvements.
Participated in faculty meetings to discuss department goals and strategy.
Attended faculty meetings and participated in student outcome assessments with departmental members.
Physician
Indiana University Department of PM&R
Indianapolis
07.2020 - 10.2023
Created and maintained comprehensive patient charts to facilitate continuum of care and document patient assessments, interventions, and results.
Educated patients on procedures, treatment plans, medications and preventive measures.
Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
Prescribed planned regimen of total patient care appropriate to needs and adequate for addressing symptoms and root causes.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance rehabilitation outcomes.
Assistant Professor
Indiana University
Indianapolis
07.2020 - 10.2023
Supervised work of postgraduate students by assisting with training and supporting research.
Sought training in effective teaching methods to reach upper-level undergraduate students.
Collaborated with faculty on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Evaluated student performance through assignments and examinations.
Participated in departmental meetings to discuss program improvements.
Assistant Professor
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Bronx
01.2019 - 06.2020
Assist in resident education and patient care
Teaching medical students and introducing them to clinical medicine.
Collaborated with faculty on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives.
Advised students on academic pathways and career opportunities.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
ATTENDING PHYSICIAN
Jacobi Medical Center/North Central Bronx Hospital
Bronx
10.2018 - 06.2020
Provide inpatient or outpatient medical management of neuromuscular disorders, musculoskeletal trauma, acute and chronic pain, deformity or amputation, cardiac or pulmonary disease, or other disabling conditions
Prescribe orthotic and prosthetic applications and adaptive equipment, such as wheelchairs, bracing, and communication devices, to maximize patient function and self-su ciency
Perform electrodiagnosis including electromyography, nerve conduction studies, or somatosensory evoked potentials of neuromuscular disorders or damage
Consult or coordinate with other rehabilitative professionals including physical and occupational therapists, rehabilitation nurses, speech pathologists, neuropsychologists, behavioral psychologists, social workers, or medical technicians
Instruct interns and residents in the diagnosis and treatment of temporary or permanent physically disabling conditions
Examine patients to assess mobility, strength, communication, or cognition
Develop comprehensive plans for immediate and long-term rehabilitation including therapeutic exercise; speech and occupational therapy; counseling; cognitive retraining; patient, family or caregiver education; or community reintegration.
ASSISTANT
Olive Branch Home Healthcare
Houston
08.2006 - 07.2008
Ben Taub General Hospital, Houston, TX Assisted in triaging patients in the ER.
Set up and maintained physical and electronic filing systems to maintain organizational efficiency.
Handled data entry tasks with high levels of speed and accuracy.
Supported office administrative needs with timely and knowledgeable clerical assistance to maximize team performance.
Education
PM&R Residency training Post - Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation
KINGSBROOK JEWISH MEDICAL
Brooklyn, NY
06-2018
Post graduate - Internal Medicine
NEW YORK METHODIST
Brooklyn, NY
06-2015
M.D. Medicine - COLLEGE oF MEDICINE
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY oF ANTIGUA
04-2014
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Houston
Houston
05-2010
Associate Degree - Science
HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Houston, TX
05-2008
Skills
Communication skills with patients
Bedside manner
Computer proficiency
Quick learner of software
Leadership experience
Adaptability
Assessment skills
Accomplishments
• 2016 - Co-investigator of research project titled “Effect of pain on sleep and functional outcome in an inner city inpatient rehab facility”.
• 2016 - Co-investigator of research project titled “Evaluation of concussions in semi-pro female soccer players at New York Metropolitan women’s soccer league”.
• 2017 - Co-investigator of a research project titled “A comparison of the OCA Basic to the MoCA in determining its utility in the prediction of functional recovery in a diverse patient population admitted to an urban acute rehabilitation facility.”
• 2018 - Contributed a chapter in "Spinal and Brain Cancer Rehabilitation" edited by Dr Adrian Cristian. . 2023- Became a medical director at PAM health warmspring rehabilitation . 2025- Helped establish a brain injury program at PAM health warmspring rehabilitation and providing medical education and training for medical staff. .2025- Leader of brain injury program at PAM westoverhills location. . Developed education series for the brain injury program.
References
References available upon request
CERTIFICATIONS
MEDICAL CERTIFICATIONS: (1) Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
(2) Board certified in Brain Injury Medicine
Timeline
Medical Director
University Of Texas At San Antonio
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Professor
University Of Texas At San Antonio
11.2023 - Current
Physician
Indiana University Department of PM&R
07.2020 - 10.2023
Assistant Professor
Indiana University
07.2020 - 10.2023
Assistant Professor
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
01.2019 - 06.2020
ATTENDING PHYSICIAN
Jacobi Medical Center/North Central Bronx Hospital
10.2018 - 06.2020
ASSISTANT
Olive Branch Home Healthcare
08.2006 - 07.2008
PM&R Residency training Post - Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation