RENEE Y. COPRICH-FRIDAY
Pediatrician
Alamogordo,New Mexico
Summary
36 Years of practice For the past 36 years as a physician and teacher. Serving patients, families, communities and future physicians through teaching, mentoring, encouraging and example. A Board-certified practicing pediatrician, with extensive work experience in University and Academic Medical Institutions as well as community institutions associated with medical, osteopathic and residency training programs. Committed to teaching all students while learning from them as well. Proudly serving in the United States Army helping to propel the country forward by better serving the people in it. Also completed 3 year fellowship training in pediatric cardiology, at the University of Virginia Charlottesville – Not Board Certified – also skilled at performing and interpreting pediatric echo in all pediatric and young adult age groups, read EKG and Holter Monitors. Cross training the adult echo sonographer on the diagnosis of congenital heart disease. Experienced in supervising mid-level providers and students. Teaching both general pediatrics and pediatric cardiology. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
General Pediatrician
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
08.2016 - 10.2023
- As a part of GCRMC physician practices, served as a Full time inpatient and outpatient General Pediatrician who took inpatient call every 3-4 weeks, which included inpatient, nursery and neonatal ICU services, stabilization and transfers to outside facilities, and outpatient services and consultations for ED and Urgent Care, and plus are practices answering service calls
- Also provided both inpatient and outpatient pediatric cardiology consultations, echocardiography, Holter monitor studies and interpretation, EKG interpretations, clinical management, follow-up and referral to Children’s Hospital for further cardiac evaluations and surgical interventions
- Cared for full range and spectrum of pediatric primary medical, behavioral and low complexity mental diagnosis
- Also taught and supervised medical students, interns, residents, nurse practitioners, and one flight surgeon
- Also sat on several committees.
- Increased patient compliance rates through effective communication of treatment plan goals and expectations while addressing concerns proactively.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with advancements in pediatric medicine.
- Collaborated with specialists to provide comprehensive care for children with complex medical conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmissions, closely monitoring patients and providing thorough follow-up care.
- Promoted preventive healthcare measures to maintain optimal health in pediatric populations.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and thorough pediatric care.
- Served as mentor for medical students and residents, fostering their growth as future healthcare professionals.
- Provided expert consultation services for community organizations seeking guidance on child health issues and program development.
- Developed strong rapport with families, ensuring clear communication about medical diagnoses, treatment options, and ongoing care management.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases, developing cohesive treatment strategies that addressed patients medical, emotional, and social needs.
- Contributed positively to the work environment by actively participating in team meetings, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues on projects aimed at improving patient experience.
- Educated families on preventive care measures, resulting in reduced illness rates among patients.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively, empowering patients to take control of their health through self-management techniques and education.
- Advocated for child welfare by recognizing signs of abuse or neglect within the clinical setting and taking appropriate action steps.
- Utilized evidence-based medicine to make informed decisions regarding diagnosis and treatment of pediatric conditions.
- Developed customized treatment plans, addressing individual needs of pediatric patients and promoting overall wellness.
Staff Pediatrician
Carl R. Darnell Army Health System
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Outpatient General Pediatrics and Faculty at Texas A & M medical education program – assistant professor teaching 1-3 year Residents, Physician Assistants, nurse practitioner and Medical Students from Texas A & M and the Uniformed Services University of the Health Science.
- Mentor for medical students and residents, fostering their growth as future healthcare professionals.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases, developing cohesive treatment strategies that addressed patients'' medical, emotional, and social needs.
- Streamlined clinic operations for increased efficiency through regular collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
- Promoted preventive healthcare measures to maintain optimal health in pediatric populations.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases, developing cohesive treatment strategies that addressed the patients'' medical, emotional, and social needs.
- Ensured timely referrals were made when necessary by maintaining strong relationships with sub-specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Ensured timely referrals were made when necessary by maintaining strong relationships with specialists and other healthcare providers.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with the latest advancements in pediatric medicine.
Staff Pediatrician
ABC Pediatrics
11.2014 - 07.2016
- Inpatient and outpatient general pediatrics with call and pediatric cardiology consultations at surrounding hospitals.
- Streamlined clinic operations for increased efficiency through regular collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
- Developed strong rapport with families, ensuring clear communication about medical diagnoses, treatment options, and ongoing care management.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and thorough pediatric care.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Established preventive health practices in alignment with developmental markers and family health history.
Staff Pediatrician
Killeen Pediatric Care Clinic
08.2012 - 10.2014
- Inpatient and outpatient general pediatrics with in pediatric call and pediatric cardiology consultations for surrounding practices and community hospitals. 'Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers.'
Staff Pediatrician and Cardiologist
Sea Pediatrics and Neonatology
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Inpatient and outpatient Pediatric and Pediatrics Cardiology – Nursery and Night call.
- Provided inpatient and outpatient consultations, diagnosis, treatment and follow up care of acute and chronic cardiac conditions.
Pediatric Cardiologist
Roberto Villarreal MD, PA/Pediatric Cardiology Associates of Laredo Texas San Antonio and Laredo Pediatrix Medical Group
07.2009 - 04.2012
- Full time inpatient and office practice Pediatric Cardiology including 24 hour day and night coverage for Doctors Hospital of Laredo and Laredo Medical Center.
- Stabilized pediatric cardiology patients for medical transfer to Methodist Healthcare System in San Antonio with close collaboration with on-call pediatric cardiology and cardiovascular staff.
- Diagnosed heart conditions through procedures such as EKG, Holter, Event monitoring and echocardiography.
- Completed daily rounds with patients to check conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Placed and managed central venous lines and other invasive procedures in ICU patients.
- Conducted Bruce Protocol treadmill tests to evaluate heart's effectiveness and interpreted results.
- Performed diagnostic tests, such as echocardiograms. nuclear medicine, cardiac MRI and stress tests, to accurately diagnose cardiac conditions and guide treatment strategies.
- Used spirometer and other testing equipment to assess patients' pulmonary function.
- Responded promptly in writing to referral source with clinical findings and suggested plan of care.
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiologist
Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children’s Hospital
01.2006 - 07.2009
- Assistant Professor of Pediatric in Division of Pediatric Cardiology and affiliated surrounding TCH/Baylor owned satellite clinic and health centers throughout Houston
- Responsibilities included seeing cardiology patients at 4 satellite clinics performing initial evaluations, consultations, pre and post operative assessments and follow up – performing echocardiogram reading echo reports and EKG’s , Holter and Event monitors, and Exercise stress testing to accurately diagnose cardiac conditions and guide treatment strategies.
- Teaching, evaluating and mentoring rotating medical students and residents at various levels of training at Baylor College of Medicine.
- Member of Baylor College of Medicine mentorship program and medical school Admissions, Ethics and Credentialing Committees.
- Assessed student learning to support course and program objectives.
- Regularly reviewed course materials to ensure accuracy and alignment with latest advancements in pediatric medicine.
Staff Pediatrician and Cardiologist
Renee Y. Friday MD PC/LLC
07.2004 - 12.2005
- First Attempt to start self-owned practice alongside family medicine/urgent care clinic with services concentrated on pediatric cardiology in both inpatient, outpatient and consultative services to surrounding hospitals and practices.
- Managed high-stress situations effectively by remaining calm under pressure during emergency situations or when treating critically ill patients.
- Provided expert consultation services for community organizations seeking guidance on child health issues and program development.
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
07.2002 - 12.2005
- Assistant Professor of Pediatrics Division of Pediatric Cardiology – 100% pediatric inpatient and outpatient cardiology, neonatal and PICU/NICU night and weekend call services
- Educationally involved with medical and clinical teaching, mentoring and supervision of pediatric medical students, interns and residents
- Taught pediatric cardiopulmonary physiology to third and fourth year medical students.
- Enhanced student understanding of pediatric topics by incorporating real-life case studies and interactive learning methods.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop comprehensive curriculum for Pediatrics coursework, resulting in improved student satisfaction.
- Participated in faculty committees focused on curricular development, accreditation standards, and program evaluation, contributing to a high-quality educational experience for students.
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Department of General Academic Pediatrics
07.1996 - 06.1999
- Inpatient and outpatient pediatrics, teaching interns, residents and nurse practitioners as part of a patient care and continuity team of Diagnostic Pediatrician to include Drs Basil Zitelli, Sarah Macintyre, Carl Gardner, Holly Davis, Heidi Feldman and Alejandro Hoberman
- Inpatient Call duties as well
- Supervised a continuity team that include nurse practitioners, second and third year residents and occasional fellows.
- Developed innovative teaching strategies tailored to diverse student needs, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Promoted a strong culture of teamwork among students, faculty, and staff by fostering open communication and collaborative problem solving.
- Presented well-structured lectures using multimedia tools to engage students and promote active participation in class discussions.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
Assistant Professor
Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine/Premier Medical Associates
07.1995 - 06.1996
- General Pediatrician working with established group with a busy practice providing both inpatient and outpatient care and rounding at three local hospitals as well as call responsibilities.
General Pediatrician/Outpatient Clinic Chief/Active Duty
Carl R. Darnall Army Community Hospital
07.1991 - 06.1995
- Completed 3 years of military obligated service in general pediatric as Staff Physician and Outpatient Clinic Chief – responsibilities included both inpatient and outpatient coverage of clinic, the emergency department, NICU, Newborn nursery, PICU, inpatient ward, outpatient clinics to include pediatric, newborn and adolescent clinics as well as in house call
- Chief responsibilities included staffing and call schedule managements, access to care and appointment availability, phone triage clinic and any supportive function required
- Also, was trained in forensic examination in suspected child abuse cases.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Pennsylvania (U. Penn)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania05.1984
M.D. -
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania05.1988
Masters in Multidisciplinary Public Health - Masters of Public Health
University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania06.1998
Skills
- Patient Care
- Medical teamwork
- Compassionate Care
- Medical Documentation
- Mentoring and teaching high school, pre-medical, medical students, interns and residents in Pediatrics and Family Medicine
- Immunization Administration
- Diagnosis accuracy
- Ethical Practice
- Developmental screening
- Chronic Disease Management
- Pediatric nutrition
- Healthcare technology proficiency
- Pediatric mental health
- Preventive health measures
Certification
- American Board of Pediatrics - Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certified
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) - Certified
- Neonatal Advance Resuscitation Life Support (NRP) - Certified
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Certified
- S.T.A.B.L. E./Post-resuscitative Pre-transport Stabilizing Care of Sick Infants - Certified
Pediatric Medical Training
- William Beaumont Army Medical Center, El Paso, Texas, General Pediatrics Residency/Active Duty, 07/01/1988-06/30/1991
- University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, Virginia, Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology, 07/01/1999-06/30/2002
Current Committees
- GCRMC MEDICAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, 12/01/2019-present, The overall mission of the MEC committee is to provide the quality and safety of care amidst the medical staff that we deliver to our patients at GCRMC. The MEC is the governing body of an organized medical staff that recommends to the Board all matters related to the medical staff structure, mechanisms, policy, credentialing and privileging. Accrediting and Regulatory Standards.
- OB/GYN/PEDS COMMITTEE CHAIR, 12/01/2019-present, Representative for the Departments of OB/GYN and Pediatric improving community, inpatient and outpatient services provided, maintaining credentialling of providers and staying current with changes in policy as they affect the departments, employees and hospital function- maintaining compliance. Core responsibility to strengthen the core principles of GCRMC as a whole, according to our goals, commitment, mission, vision and values as it pertains to our commitment to the served community of South Central New Mexico’s leading provider of affordable, high quality healthcare. Monthly meetings.
- GCRMC PEDIATRIC SUB-COMMITTEE CHAIR, 01/01/2020-present, Developing evidence based pediatric care policies, goals and updating guidelines – working with the Emergency Department, OB/GYN department, Newborn nursery, and Inpatient Pediatric services – with goals to continue to provide coordinated interdisciplinary services to the pediatric population and their families based on American Academy of Pediatrics, ACOG and local, state and federal groups. Building Bridges with local school districts and pediatric and family resource groups. Quarterly Meetings.
- GCRMC Family Medical Residency Program Admissions Committee, Reviewing applications and resumes, bodies of work for admission, qualifications and interviewing applicants for our Family Medicine Program here at GCRMC.
- GCRMC Physician Advisory Committee Counsel (PACC) Medical Committee, The purpose of the Advisory Committee is to evaluate and support the hospital programs functions, working towards a balanced work place. The. purpose is to facilitates productivity in a positive way. A means for studying work place issues. A structured means for individuals to share express concerns and opinions and develop recommendations.
References Available
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Birth Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Personal Email
ryfriday@hotmail.com
Work Email
rfriday@gcrmc.org
Cell Phone
254-247-7659
Veteran Status
U.S. Army Veteran/Major
Aap Abp
Coprich-Friday #:149083
Goals
I have been involved with teaching all of my profession life. Beginning in Medical school where I was heavily involved in teaching medical students In history and physical examination. An being first a student and later a colleague on the same team as my esteemed teacher Dr. Basil Zitelli and others. And later at Baylor College of Medicine when I worked at Texas Children’s Hospital where I taught both general pediatric and pediatric cardiology in a clinic setting. along with siting on the academic admissions board and mentorship programs. I would like to work in an environment that is dedicated and focused on teaching, academic development , mentorship and clinical practice. To have colleagues with knowledge and experience that I don’t have as we all continue to evolve as clinicians and educators. And Diversity is essential – to be in an environment where diversity is welcome, desired and respected. Married with 3 grown professional children, 2 grandkids and total of 6 dogs.
Current Position
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center, Alamogordo, New Mexico, Staff Pediatrician, As a part of GCRMC physician practices, I serve as a Full time inpatient and outpatient General Pediatrician who takes inpatient call every 3-4 weeks, which includes inpatient, nursery/nicu services, stabilization and transfers to outside facilities, and outpatient services as well as coverage for the ED and Urgent Care, and plus are practices answering service calls. Also provides both inpatient and outpatient pediatric cardiology consultations, echocardiography, Holter monitor studies and interpretation, EKG interpretations , clinical management, follow-up and referral to Children’s Hospital for further cardiac evaluations and surgical interventions. My patient population spans from 0 – 18 years and sometimes older depending on the clinical case and comfort level of adult practitioners. And I care for a full range and spectrum of pediatric primary medical, behavioral and low complexity mental diagnosis. I also teach and supervise medical students, interns , residents, nurse PR actioners and one flight surgeon. I also sit on several committees.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/18/62
Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- American Medical Association
- American Heart Association
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
General Pediatrician
Gerald Champion Regional Medical Center
08.2016 - 10.2023
Staff Pediatrician
Carl R. Darnell Army Health System
08.2016 - 08.2018
Staff Pediatrician
ABC Pediatrics
11.2014 - 07.2016
Staff Pediatrician
Killeen Pediatric Care Clinic
08.2012 - 10.2014
Staff Pediatrician and Cardiologist
Sea Pediatrics and Neonatology
06.2012 - 07.2013
Pediatric Cardiologist
Roberto Villarreal MD, PA/Pediatric Cardiology Associates of Laredo Texas San Antonio and Laredo Pediatrix Medical Group
07.2009 - 04.2012
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics/Pediatric Cardiologist
Baylor College of Medicine/Texas Children’s Hospital
01.2006 - 07.2009
Staff Pediatrician and Cardiologist
Renee Y. Friday MD PC/LLC
07.2004 - 12.2005
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
University of Texas Medical Branch Galveston
07.2002 - 12.2005
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Department of General Academic Pediatrics
07.1996 - 06.1999
Assistant Professor
Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine/Premier Medical Associates
07.1995 - 06.1996
General Pediatrician/Outpatient Clinic Chief/Active Duty
Carl R. Darnall Army Community Hospital
07.1991 - 06.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Pennsylvania (U. Penn)
M.D. -
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Masters in Multidisciplinary Public Health - Masters of Public Health
University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health
- American Board of Pediatrics - Certified
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certified
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) - Certified
- Neonatal Advance Resuscitation Life Support (NRP) - Certified
- Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Certified
- S.T.A.B.L. E./Post-resuscitative Pre-transport Stabilizing Care of Sick Infants - Certified
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