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Richard Ward

Summary

Accomplished physician with 30+ years of experience managing medical business operations and supervising staff while caring for patients. Accurate when assessing patients, determining diagnoses and building targeted treatment plans. Decisive leader with systematic approach resulting in superior care.

Work History

Physician

Faith Regional Health Services, Urgicare Of Omaha
01.2012 - 07.2012

see below

Physician

Blair Community Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2012

see below

Physician

Saint Elizabeth Physician Network
10.2001 - 06.2011
  • Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions.
  • Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
  • Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
  • Supervised physicians, mid-level practitioners and other health care providers and coordinated work.
  • Accessed patient health through interviews and physical examinations.
  • Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
  • Supervised care given by other professional or non-professional personnel and instructed on proper techniques.
  • Documented interactions using correct format, codes and facility standards for optimal medical care.
  • Took leading role in delivery of healthcare services and regularly reviewed services to spot trends or errors.
  • Completed basic in-office procedures with local or topical anesthetic.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Provided emergent medical care and treatment for life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
  • Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
  • Engaged with other professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses.

Physician

Columbus Medical Center
07.1986 - 10.2001
  • Instructed patients and families on medical diagnoses and treatment options.
  • Assessed, diagnosed and treated emergency and chronic medical conditions.
  • Collaborated with consulting physicians regarding care of patients.
  • Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
  • Supervised physicians, mid-level practitioners and other health care providers and coordinated work.
  • Accessed patient health through interviews and physical examinations.
  • Delivered emergency treatment on-site and responded appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
  • Vaccinated patients against communicable diseases such as flu, pneumonia and COVID-19.
  • Completed basic in-office procedures with local or topical anesthetic.
  • Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
  • Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
  • Participated in patient education sessions among targeted populations with prevalent health risk factors.

Education

Board Certification in Family Practice -

Lincoln Medical Education Foundation
Lincoln, NE
05.1986

M.D. -

University of Kansas School of Medicine
Kansas City, KS; Wichita, KS
05.1983

Associate of Arts - Major in Biology, Minor in Biochemistry

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
05.1979

Skills

  • Medical Records Management
  • In-Office Surgical Procedures
  • Medicare Knowledge
  • Managing Diseases
  • EMR Systems
  • Test Results Explanation
  • Skin Condition Treatment
  • Patient Histories
  • Patient Care
  • Disease Determination
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Case Management
  • Staff Training
  • Diagnosing Conditions
  • Patient Examination
  • Medication Administration
  • Physical Examinations
  • Follow-Up Care
  • Complex Cases
  • Assisting Physicians
  • Patient Management
  • Diagnosis and Prognosis
  • Chronic and Acute Conditions

hobbies

greatly enjoys traveling, exploring new locales and cultures. Also enjoy hunting ( nowadays mostly sporting clays), scuba diving, golf; baseball and basketball as spectator sports. Enjoy two grown children ( and spouses) and two wonderful granddaughters and two grown step sons ( and spouses) and two step granddaughters, as well as an incredible wife.

Timeline

Physician

Faith Regional Health Services, Urgicare Of Omaha
01.2012 - 07.2012

Physician

Blair Community Hospital
06.2011 - 06.2012

Physician

Saint Elizabeth Physician Network
10.2001 - 06.2011

Physician

Columbus Medical Center
07.1986 - 10.2001

Board Certification in Family Practice -

Lincoln Medical Education Foundation

M.D. -

University of Kansas School of Medicine

Associate of Arts - Major in Biology, Minor in Biochemistry

University of Kansas
Richard Ward