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Sarah Garza

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

I have over 25 years of experience as a general GI-focussed Adult Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse. I have practiced in both in-patient hospitalist setting and in the outpatient GI clinic as an Advanced Practice Provider. I have 3 years of specialty training at an esophagology clinic, and I have extensive education and training with esophageal manometry testing for dysphagia patients.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner

Associates in Gastroenterology
09.2007 - Current
  • Performed physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient care and streamline processes.
  • Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.

Nurse Practitioner

USF, Center for Swallowing Disorders
07.2003 - 06.2006

Gathered history and summarized medical records on patients with complicated esophageal disease, ordering appropriate tests, and designing treatment plans with an interdisplinary team of GI physicians, ENT physicians, and speech language pathologists at a Center of Excellence.

Nurse Practitioner

Nashville Gastroenterology
08.1998 - 06.2003
  • Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
  • Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
07.1998

Bachelor of Science - Human And Organizational Development

Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN
05.1997

Skills

  • Esophageal Manometry interpretation
  • In-patient GI service coverage

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner

Associates in Gastroenterology
09.2007 - Current

Nurse Practitioner

USF, Center for Swallowing Disorders
07.2003 - 06.2006

Nurse Practitioner

Nashville Gastroenterology
08.1998 - 06.2003

Master of Science - Nursing

Vanderbilt University

Bachelor of Science - Human And Organizational Development

Vanderbilt University
Sarah Garza