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Patricia Gorton

Summary

Seasoned Physician Assistant bringing 35 years of healthcare experience. Highly analytical and organized with observant, detail-oriented nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Extensive background in primary care and dermatology.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Physician Assistant

Dermatology Specialists Of Naples
Naples, FL
01.1996 - Current

Diagnose and treat skin diseases and disorders including those related to internal diseases, which includes skin biopsies and surgery.

Provided cosmetic consultations and perform cosmetic procedures including injections of Botox, fillers, and various laser treatments

Refer to and consult with physicians and other healthcare providers on patient care.

Physician Assistant

Anthony Clinic
Vinton, IA
06.1993 - 12.1995

Provided primary care in a family practice under the designation of a rural health clinic. Solo provider 50% of the time and responsible for supervision of other staff members. Supervised by a solo physician.

Physician Assistant

Dysart Family Medical Center
Dysart, IA
06.1991 - 06.1993

Provided diverse primary care to patients from infancy to the elderly in a designated rural health clinic under the supervision of a family practice physician.

Physician Assistant

Vinton Family Medical Associates
Vinton, IA
08.1987 - 06.1991

Provided primary patient care within a family practice comprised of three supervising physicians and two other physician assistants. Also responsible for hospital and emergency room services and nursing home care.

Research Assistant

Veterans Administration Medical Center
Iowa City, IA
05.1983 - 07.1985

Worked with neurosurgeon and neurosurgeon fellows on project concerning the effects of trauma on blood flow in spinal cord injuries of sheep. Responsible for organizing experimental data, maintaining and operating laboratory equipment, assisting in surgical procedures and supervising other staff.

Nursing Assistant

University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
Iowa City, IA
05.1982 - 05.1983

Provided rehabilitative, supportive and therapeutic care. Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.1987

Bachelor of Arts - General Science:Zoology, Chemistry, Physics

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
05.1982

Skills

  • Diagnostic Screenings
  • History Evaluations
  • Symptom Assessment and Evaluation
  • Determining and Prescribing Medication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Expertise in surgical procedures and cosmetic procedures

Affiliations

National Certification of Physician Assistants

American Academy of Physician Assistants

Florida Academy of Physician Assistants

Florida Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants

Florida Medical Association

ACLS-Provider

BLS

Timeline

Physician Assistant

Dermatology Specialists Of Naples
01.1996 - Current

Physician Assistant

Anthony Clinic
06.1993 - 12.1995

Physician Assistant

Dysart Family Medical Center
06.1991 - 06.1993

Physician Assistant

Vinton Family Medical Associates
08.1987 - 06.1991

Research Assistant

Veterans Administration Medical Center
05.1983 - 07.1985

Nursing Assistant

University Of Iowa Hospital And Clinics
05.1982 - 05.1983

Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Arts - General Science:Zoology, Chemistry, Physics

University of Iowa
Patricia Gorton