Rafael Espejo
Summary
To obtain a Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist position
Professional with comprehensive background in anesthesiology, prepared to deliver exceptional patient care. Skilled in administering anesthesia, managing pain, and monitoring patient vitals with precision and care. Strong collaborator with consistent track record of working seamlessly with medical teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Adaptable and dependable, known for maintaining high standards and achieving results in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
CHF Citrus Medical Center, Inverness, FL, and Leesburg Regional Medical Center Associates, PA
01.2017 - Current
- Presently, performing anesthesia for cardiac cases, which include CABG, TAVR, TMVR, Mini-MVR, Thoracic, and vascular cases, and EP Lab procedures
- Our group is also responsible for CVICU care
Anesthesiologist
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
07.2016 - 12.2016
- Provided General, Regional, and Cardiovascular Anesthesia to patients with very challenging Medical conditions
- Most patients ASA-3 and ASA-4
Cardiac Anesthesiologist
University Hospitals
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Providing anesthesia to complex cardiac cases (LVAD, TAVR, Valve replacements, CABG), and challenging thoracic cases
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Aultman Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Supervising 3 to 4 cardiac operating rooms
Cardiac Anesthesiologist
Westchester Medical Center
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Company Overview: Level 1 Trauma Center
- General, and Cardiovascular anesthesia
- Level 1 Trauma Center
Cardiac Anesthesiologist
Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Hospital
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Provided anesthesia for complicated Cardiac and Vascular procedures, including Heart transplant, and LVAD placement
Searching for new position
08.2014 - 10.2014
Cardiac and General Anesthesia LT Position
Mercy Regional Medical Center and Elyria Memorial Hospital
02.2014 - 08.2014
Anesthesiologist
Western Pennsylvania Anesthesia Associates
10.2013 - 12.2013
- General anesthesia coverage
CT Anesthesiologist
Western Pennsylvania Anesthesia Associates
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Cardiac anesthesiologist position
CT Anesthesiologist
Northside Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2012
- Directing and supervising anesthesiologists and CRNA's, and providing anesthesia for mostly ASA III and IV patients
- Cases include open heart surgery with TEE, numerous orthopedic cases with regional blocks, Ob/Gyn, Same Day Surgery, and complex general surgery cases
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Sharon Regional Health System
08.2007 - 12.2008
- Regional and General Anesthesia for regular surgical cases, as well as, cardiovascular anesthesia with TEE for ASA class 3 and 4 patients
CT Anesthesiologist
Sacred Heart Hospital
05.2006 - 08.2007
- General and Regional anesthesia for regular surgical cases, and cardiovascular procedures
- Performed Intraoperative TEE on most of cardiac surgeries
Anesthesiologist
Allegheny General Hospital
03.2006 - 05.2006
- Locum tenens position
- General anesthesia position
CT Anesthesiologist
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2006 - 03.2006
- Locum tenens position
- Cardiac anesthesia position
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Lower Bucks Hospital
12.2004 - 12.2005
- One to one anesthesia to ASA physical status 4 patients
- Nurse anesthetist supervision, and anesthesia for Same Day Surgery, Pediatric cases, as well as complex procedures such as cardiovascular surgery with TEE and major abdominal surgery
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Sharon Regional Health System
11.2002 - 12.2004
- Supervision of nurse anesthetists for General Anesthesia administration as well as Regional Anesthesia, and Monitored Anesthesia Care for cases ranging from Open Heart Surgery to same day surgery
Anesthesiologists
Nassau County Medical Center
08.2002 - 10.2002
- General Anesthesia administration with supervision of Anesthesia Residents and nurse anesthetists
Cardiovascular Anesthesia Fellow
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
07.2001 - 07.2002
- Excellent experience in managing critically ill patients, including; heart transplant, CABG, heart valve replacement, thoracic surgery, and pediatric cardiac surgery
- TEE hands on practice and cardiovascular ICU
Anesthesia Resident
St. Joseph's Hospital Medical Center
07.1998 - 07.2001
- Responsibilities included: management independently, with attending supervision availability of ASA physical status 4 patients with multi-system diseases for complex elective and emergent surgeries
- At St
- Joseph's hospital I obtained great experience in Cardiovascular Anesthesia, anesthesia for major trauma, OB/GYN, neurosurgery, orthopedic, pediatric, and same day surgery
Internship, Surgery
Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
07.1997 - 07.1998
- Surgical internship in a Major trauma Hospital with excellent rotational experience through SICU, Major Trauma, ER, General and Thoracic Surgery as well as Neurosurgery
Embryologist
Offices for fertility and Reproductive Medicine
06.1996 - 06.1997
- In Vitro Fertilization and transfer of fertilized eggs
- Gametes preparation for In Vitro Fertilization, Artificial Insemination and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
Director, Embryology Laboratory
Maternidad San Rafael
04.1992 - 05.1996
- Supervision of an embryology laboratory operation
Seeking for new position
02.1992 - 04.1992
Education
Doctor of Medicine -
Autonomous University of Santo Domingo
01.1985
Diplomate -
American Board of Anesthesiologists
02.2025
Diplomate -
Advanced Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography
02.2025
Skills
- Cardiac ICU care
- Intravenous catheterization
- Central venous access
- Transesophageal echocardiography
- Cardiothoracic anesthesia
Certification
- Diplomate - American Board of Anesthesiologists, 2009 - Present
- Diplomate – Advanced Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography, 2014 - Present
Affiliations
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)
- American Medical Association (AMA)
- Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists (SCA)
Activities
- Exploration of new technology
- Reading
- Baseball
- Chess
- Fishing
- Golf
- Traveling
Languages
English
Spanish
Interests
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Playing Sports
- Music
Timeline
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
CHF Citrus Medical Center, Inverness, FL, and Leesburg Regional Medical Center Associates, PA
01.2017 - Current
Anesthesiologist
Fawcett Memorial Hospital
07.2016 - 12.2016
Cardiac Anesthesiologist
University Hospitals
07.2015 - 07.2016
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Aultman Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2015
Cardiac Anesthesiologist
Westchester Medical Center
02.2015 - 07.2015
Cardiac Anesthesiologist
Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Hospital
11.2014 - 02.2015
Searching for new position
08.2014 - 10.2014
Cardiac and General Anesthesia LT Position
Mercy Regional Medical Center and Elyria Memorial Hospital
02.2014 - 08.2014
Anesthesiologist
Western Pennsylvania Anesthesia Associates
10.2013 - 12.2013
CT Anesthesiologist
Western Pennsylvania Anesthesia Associates
10.2012 - 10.2013
CT Anesthesiologist
Northside Hospital
01.2009 - 10.2012
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Sharon Regional Health System
08.2007 - 12.2008
CT Anesthesiologist
Sacred Heart Hospital
05.2006 - 08.2007
Anesthesiologist
Allegheny General Hospital
03.2006 - 05.2006
CT Anesthesiologist
Sacred Heart Hospital
01.2006 - 03.2006
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Lower Bucks Hospital
12.2004 - 12.2005
Cardiovascular Anesthesiologist
Sharon Regional Health System
11.2002 - 12.2004
Anesthesiologists
Nassau County Medical Center
08.2002 - 10.2002
Cardiovascular Anesthesia Fellow
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
07.2001 - 07.2002
Anesthesia Resident
St. Joseph's Hospital Medical Center
07.1998 - 07.2001
Internship, Surgery
Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
07.1997 - 07.1998
Embryologist
Offices for fertility and Reproductive Medicine
06.1996 - 06.1997
Director, Embryology Laboratory
Maternidad San Rafael
04.1992 - 05.1996
Seeking for new position
02.1992 - 04.1992
Diplomate -
American Board of Anesthesiologists
Diplomate -
Advanced Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography
- Diplomate - American Board of Anesthesiologists, 2009 - Present
- Diplomate – Advanced Perioperative Transesophageal Echocardiography, 2014 - Present
Doctor of Medicine -
Autonomous University of Santo Domingo
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