Experienced Attending Physician with solid practice experience in clinical and research settings. Analytical problem solver with detail-oriented and driven nature focused on improving processes and optimizing patient care. Current M.D. and Internal Medicina Specialist certifications.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Attending Physician
Public Health Ministry
Quevedo, Ecuador
04.2017 - 07.2022
Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Participated as monitoring physician in clinical trials of medications and treatments.
Conducted daily rounds with more than 85% direct interaction with patients.
Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.
Medical Interpreter
Public Health Ministry
Quevedo, Ecuador
04.2017 - 07.2022
Managed to translate 75% of cases for patient interaction and treatment
Streamlined patient and provider interaction by providing channel of effective communication.
Explained hospital policies and procedures to provide assistance to patients with limited English proficiency.
Converted written materials from one language to another such as books, publications or web pages.
Served as medical interpreter for patients and staff clinical encounters by delivering accurate, skilled interpretations to facilitate effective communications.
Elderly Caregiver
Guayaquil Clinic
Quevedo, Ecuador
08.2017 - 06.2022
Offered companionship and kindness to 50% of overall elderly patient population.
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Attending Physician, Emergency Department
"Dr. Adolfo Prince Lara" Hospital
Puerto Cabello, Venezuela
01.2011 - 12.2016
Assessed case presentations, differential diagnosis and evidence-based practices of each professional.
Provided patients and families with in-depth information about conditions and treatment plans. Also, Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
Conducted daily rounds with more than 75% direct interaction with patients.
Critiqued knowledge and abilities of medical students and residents.
Volunteered at community health clinic to provide high quality care for low-income and indigent patients.
Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
Specialist General Surgeon at Hospital Verdi Cevallos Balda Ecuador Public Health MinistrySpecialist General Surgeon at Hospital Verdi Cevallos Balda Ecuador Public Health Ministry