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Philip Weber

Chaska,MN

Summary

Solution-focused leader with a passion for delivering proactive, positive, and professional guidance and advice to clients by leveraging broad experience in clinical medicine, global health, and public service. Proven ability to foster strong relationships, cultivate teamwork, innovate, and identify the right people for the right project to make it happen. Well-prepared to bring excellence in teaching, mentoring, and strategic planning to the table and motivating teams to build on their individual strengths, expertise, and drive to make the world a better place through shared passions, engagement, and collective goodwill.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physician Associate

Minneapolis Heart Institute
01.2014 - Current
    • Assess, diagnose, and treat emergency and chronic medical conditions.
    • Manage high-stress situations during emergency procedures and provide immediate interventions to ensure patient safety.
    • Initiate workups for complex cases using laboratory tests and imaging and interpreting results to guide development of treatment plan.
    • Conduct telemedicine services for remote consultations to expand healthcare access to rural or homebound patients.
    • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive patient care and successful recovery.
    • Promote preventive health patient practices to reduce harm and burden of chronic disease.
    • Serve as mentor to medical students to foster their continued professional growth and clinical skills.
    • Develop strong rapport with colleagues and clinical support staff to promote teamwork and trust in hospital and clinic setting.

Physician Associate

Massachusetts General Hospital
07.2013 - 12.2013
  • Served cardiac electrophysiology team as locum medical provider.
  • Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
  • Administered specialized treatment for multiple patients daily.
  • Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.

Physician Associate

Indian Health Service
04.2013 - 06.2013
    • Provided primary health care services to Indigenous / Native American population as locum provider with Department of Health and Human Services.
    • Provided culturally sensitive care for diverse patient populations, addressing unique healthcare concerns based on cultural background or beliefs.
    • Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs.

Physician Associate

Minneapolis Heart Institute
12.2011 - 03.2013
    • Served cardiac electrophysiology team at Abbott Northwestern Hospital by providing specialized treatment for patients with heart rhythm disorders.
    • Provided direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
    • Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals and individual compliance levels.

Academy Director

Berkeley Heart Europe
08.2009 - 10.2011
    • Developed interdisciplinary curriculum focused on early detection, identification, and prevention of cardiovascular disease.
    • Facilitated international workshops and medical forums for consortiums of medical professionals, cardiologists, and pharmacists in London, Berlin, and Oslo.
    • Advised and implemented staff development protocols and training programs to enhance knowledge and promote broad skill sets.
    • Enhanced Berkeley Academy's reputation by conducting revised and innovative content redesigns to ensure proactive, relevant, personalized, and professional programming.

Physician Associate

Heart Hospital of Austin
01.1998 - 06.2007
    • Delivered direct cardiac patient care with multidisciplinary cardiology practice providing interventional, valvular, heart failure, and electrophysiology specialty services.
    • Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.

Physician Associate

Health and Human Services Department
08.1995 - 01.1998
    • Served as primary health care provider and care coordinator for medically underserved and homeless population.
    • Coordinated with physicians, nurses, and counselors to deliver comprehensive patient care incorporating medical, mental health, substance use, and addiction services to reduce burden of homelessness.
    • Collaborated with multiple interdisciplinary teams to optimize care delivery for homeless leading to reduction in housing and food insecurity and medical illness and promotion of health.

Lead Health Unit Coordinator

American Refugee Committee International
12.1994 - 03.1995

    Coordinated emergency health operations for approximately 250,000 displaced Rwandan people in Mugunga refugee camp during the genocide.

    • Developed daily operational response plans for global team including physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, and social workers.
    • Advised United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) agency staff in development of practical, seamless, and effective care for refugees and their families.
    • Collaborated with UNHCR staff in performance of camp inspections, identification of operational challenges, optimization of care delivery, and elimination of hazards posed to refugee families and international volunteers.
    • Managed medical supply inventory, auditing process, and budget in cooperation with warehouse operations staff.

Medical Officer

US Peace Corps
12.1993 - 01.1994
    • Delivered health care to Peace Corps volunteers and US Embassy staff in N'Djamena, Chad.
    • Developed and coordinated health curriculum and provided health education workshops focused on emergency medical and health preparedness.
    • Led diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in daily clinic operations designed to ensure safe, efficient, and personalized patient care.
    • Mentored US volunteers and Chadian support staff through hands-on training sessions in effort to promote self-reliance and professional growth.
    • Optimized documentation processes for medical records, vaccination plans, and emergency medical events to ensure timely and effective patient care.
    • Verified complex medical diagnoses and accompanied volunteers requiring medical evacuation to US for urgent intervention and higher level care.

Health Coordinator Intern

World Health Organization, WHO
05.1993 - 08.1993
    • Coordinated health outreach services to homeless communities in Hungary on behalf of WHO's Regional Office for Europe in cooperation with Ministry of Health in Budapest, Hungary.
    • Produced guidelines to assist local health authorities in delivery of medical and mental/behavioral health services.
    • Identified strategies to address program challenges and developed solutions for more effective resource allocation to optimize service delivery.
    • Facilitated local health authority partnerships and cooperation to strengthen community access to health resources.

Physician Associate

Hill Health Center
01.1991 - 05.1993
    • Delivered mobile healthcare outreach to homeless community in New Haven and surrounding neighborhoods including health care, education, vaccinations, and referrals for social services.

Physician Associate

Yale New Haven Health System
10.1989 - 07.1991
    • Served as member of medical staff and cardiology provider for patients admitted to Department of Internal Medicine at Yale-New Haven Hospital.
    • Conducted focused physical examinations to enable immediate diagnosis of cardiac issues to guide appropriate management and treatment.
    • Established strong professional relationships and trust with attending cardiologists, residents, and fellows and established early models of team-based approach to patient care.

Intern Health Coordinator

Rural Unit for Health and Social Affairs (RUHSA)
05.1985 - 12.1985
  • Developed research study focused on reducing infant death due to dehydration in rural communities of South India through use of WHO infant oral rehydration strategies.
  • Supported clinical and public health experts at Vellore Christian College, Department of Virology in mass polio vaccination campaign.
  • Coordinated mass clinic evaluation for adults and children with paralytic polio.
  • Organized team of orthopedic surgeons, nurses, and physical therapists to evaluate and equip paralyzed patients with lower extremity braces and calipers to restore mobility and function.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences

St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN

Physician Associate - Medicine

Yale School of Medicine
New Haven, CT

Master of Science - Health Administration, Policy, Global Health

Yale School of Public Health
New Haven, CT

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Teaching and Mentoring
  • Assessment skills
  • Training and mentoring
  • Relationship Building
  • Client Engagement
  • Strategic Planning
  • Presentations and public speaking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Public health advocacy
  • Medical Expertise
  • Care Plan Development
  • Interdisciplinary team coordination
  • Staff Collaboration

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Physician Associates
  • American Public Health Association

Certification

  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support



Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Norwegian
Limited Working

Timeline

Physician Associate

Minneapolis Heart Institute
01.2014 - Current

Physician Associate

Massachusetts General Hospital
07.2013 - 12.2013

Physician Associate

Indian Health Service
04.2013 - 06.2013

Physician Associate

Minneapolis Heart Institute
12.2011 - 03.2013

Academy Director

Berkeley Heart Europe
08.2009 - 10.2011

Physician Associate

Heart Hospital of Austin
01.1998 - 06.2007

Physician Associate

Health and Human Services Department
08.1995 - 01.1998

Lead Health Unit Coordinator

American Refugee Committee International
12.1994 - 03.1995

Medical Officer

US Peace Corps
12.1993 - 01.1994

Health Coordinator Intern

World Health Organization, WHO
05.1993 - 08.1993

Physician Associate

Hill Health Center
01.1991 - 05.1993

Physician Associate

Yale New Haven Health System
10.1989 - 07.1991

Intern Health Coordinator

Rural Unit for Health and Social Affairs (RUHSA)
05.1985 - 12.1985
  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support



Bachelor of Arts - Biological Sciences

St. Olaf College

Physician Associate - Medicine

Yale School of Medicine

Master of Science - Health Administration, Policy, Global Health

Yale School of Public Health
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