Ronald Prucha, MD
Cary,NC
Summary
Seasoned Primary Care physician with a robust background in healthcare management and patient education. Expert in leading multidisciplinary teams and implementing evidence-based treatment plans. Demonstrates exceptional clinical education skills and a commitment to improving patient outcomes through continuous professional development and mentoring. Consistently adapts to evolving healthcare needs while focusing on patient-centered care and operational efficiency.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Director
WakeMed Corporate and Community Health
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of medical practices, ensuring adherence to evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
- Reviewed material used by medical team as part of Medical Review Board standards.
- Supervised clinical staff, providing continuous professional development opportunities and training to maintain and strengthen competencies.
Primary Care Physician
WakeMed Primary Care
08.2018 - Current
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in continuing medical education programs and professional conferences.
- Provided timely referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring patients received appropriate care for specific needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal treatment plans were implemented.
- Improved overall patient health outcomes through preventative care measures and education on healthy lifestyle choices.
- Diagnosed and treated a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, applying evidence-based medical practices to optimize results.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date electronic health records, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Analyzed test results and examination information for accurate patient diagnosis.
- Educated patients on medication management, ensuring proper adherence to prescribed treatments and minimizing potential side effects.
Primary Care Physician
Duke Primary Care
04.2013 - 06.2018
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in continuing medical education programs and professional conferences.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with patients and families, fostering trust in a primary care setting.
- Provided timely referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring patients received appropriate care for specific needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal treatment plans were implemented.
- Educated patients on medication management, ensuring proper adherence to prescribed treatments and minimizing potential side effects.
- Improved patient health outcomes through preventative care measures and education on healthy lifestyle choices.
Primary Care Physician
Carilion Primary Care Clinic
07.2005 - 05.2013
- Continuously updated clinical knowledge through participation in continuing medical education programs and professional conferences.
- Developed long-lasting relationships with patients and families, fostering trust in the primary care setting.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently managing appointments and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Provided timely referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring patients received appropriate care for specific needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, ensuring optimal treatment plans were implemented.
Education
Safe And Standarized Opioid Prescribing
Duke Medicine Quality Improvement Fellowship
Cary, NC07-2017
M.D. -
American Universtiy of The Caribbean
Cupecoy St Maarten, Netherlands12-2001
Master of Science - Physicaian Assistant Program
Emory Univestiy
Atlanta, Ga06-1994
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Unvierstiy of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA05-1988
Skills
- Clinical education
- Differential diagnosis
- Healthcare management
- Treatment planning oversight
- Medical staff leadership
- Diagnosing patients
- Multitasking Abilities
- Training and mentoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Public Speaking
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Medical Coding
Certification
American Board of Family Medicine Certification
Timeline
Medical Director
WakeMed Corporate and Community Health
10.2022 - Current
Primary Care Physician
WakeMed Primary Care
08.2018 - Current
Primary Care Physician
Duke Primary Care
04.2013 - 06.2018
Primary Care Physician
Carilion Primary Care Clinic
07.2005 - 05.2013
Safe And Standarized Opioid Prescribing
Duke Medicine Quality Improvement Fellowship
M.D. -
American Universtiy of The Caribbean
Master of Science - Physicaian Assistant Program
Emory Univestiy
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Unvierstiy of Virginia
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