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Sheree Regisford PA-C

South Williamsport,PA

Summary

Continue to enhance medical skills and knowledge as a Physician Assistant managing the geriatric and adult population. Adept at managing various disease complexities with a high degree of autonomy. Offers compassionate bedside manner and dedication to quality patient care.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Physician Assistant

PY Medical
07.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced patient safety by conducting regular assessments and promptly addressing any signs of decline or potential complications.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring, timely interventions, and comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Ordered and interpreted diagnostic testing to confirm diagnosis and implement appropriate plan of care
  • Exhibited excellent problem-solving skills when encountering complex medical cases, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to determine the most appropriate course of action for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Conducted H&P's in a timely manor
  • Assessed fall risks and implementing targeted prevention strategies to reduce injury occurrences.
  • Contributed to improved team performance by participating in interdisciplinary meetings, offering insights as a Physician Assistant.

Physician Assistant

Family Recovery Solutions
01.2016 - 2023
  • Successfully treated and maintained Buprenorphine waiver/licensure, approved for up to 275 patients
  • Used the Pennsylvania Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) to ensure compliance of medication regiment, and check for any unauthorized medication usage
  • Helped to establish a Primary Care Provider for many of the patients
  • Ordered Labs, and other diagnostic studies when needed
  • Managed both addiction and chronic pain patients
  • Worked independently to manage the care of the outpatient patients.

Physician Assistant

Summit Behavioral Healthcare
01.2016 - 2020

TInitiated and titrated Valium and buprenorphine tapers based on CIWA and COWS scores

  • Initiated and managed psychopharmacology therapies in patients with mental health disorders (ranging from simple to complex)
  • Interpreted labs effectively- initiated appropriate treatment plans and follow up labs when necessary
  • Completed History and Physicals, along with psychiatric evaluations in a timely manner
  • Provided patient education about various diseases/processes
  • Treated wounds/abscesses
  • Reviewed charts for qualification for enrollment for Vivitrol and Revia
  • Provided On- Call telemedicine services after hours
  • Interpersonally communicated with team members to provide quality patient care.

Physician Assistant

White Deer Run
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Responsible for the medical needs of 250+ patients
  • Initiated and titrated phenobarbital and Librium tapers to decrease CIWA scores and reduce risk of seizures
  • Completed AM rounds on 39 detox patients, adjusted medications as necessary to reduce detox symptoms
  • Initiated and managed psychopharmacology therapies in patients with mental health diagnoses
  • Interpreted labs effectively
  • Completed History and Physicals, along with psychiatric evaluations in a timely manner
  • Administered Vivitrol injections
  • Provided ongoing medical and psychiatric care to CRC outpatient center.

Education

Masters Physician Assistant -

A.T. Still University Health Sciences
Mesa, AZ

Bachelors Physician Assistant - Pre-Medicine

Pennsylvania College of Technology (Penn State Technical School)
Williamsport, PA

H.S. Diploma -

Tamaqua Senior High School
Tamaqua, PA

Certification

  • NCCPA certification
  • Pennsylvania State License (MA057394)
  • New York State License (024837)
  • Adult CPR/AED
  • DEA License (MR4212128)
  • Buprenorphine waver (275 patients) (XR4212128)

Clinical strengths

  • Geriatric and adult medicine
  • Substance Abuse
  • Pain Management
  • Psychiatry and mental health
  • Acute/Chronic care
  • Patient and Family Education
  • EMR, EPCS, and Telemedicine


Other clinical experience

  • Primary care, Binghamton, NY, Dr. Darlene Denzien, 5 weeks
  • Emergency Medicine, Muncy, PA, Ronald Laino, 5 weeks
  • Psychiatry, Allenwood, PA, Dr. Shadi Duschesne, 5 weeks
  • OBGYN, Williamsport, PA, Ronald Donato PA-C, 5 weeks
  • General Surgery, Dover, DE, Dr. Wendy Newell, 5 weeks
  • Pediatrics, Lock Haven, PA, Dr. Bhatt, 5 weeks
  • Orthopedic Surgery, Williamsport, PA, Michelle Hartford PA-C, 5 weeks
  • Family Practice, Williamsport, PA, Dr. Kenneth Obiaja, 5 weeks
  • Internal Medicine, Shamokin, PA, Dr. Chakrabarty, 5 weeks

Activities/memberships

  • Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
  • Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants (2014 - current)
  • Alpha Chi honor society (2011 - current)
  • Sigma Kappa Sorority (2008 - 2010)
  • Susquehanna Women's Rugby Organization (2008 - 2010)

Skills/abilities

 Able to collect, organize, prioritize, and analyze complex information in a limited time frame. Well established ability to work as part of a treatment team to provide optimal care, education, and counseling to patients and their families.

Timeline

Physician Assistant

PY Medical
07.2023 - Current

Physician Assistant

Family Recovery Solutions
01.2016 - 2023

Physician Assistant

Summit Behavioral Healthcare
01.2016 - 2020

Physician Assistant

White Deer Run
01.2014 - 01.2017

Masters Physician Assistant -

A.T. Still University Health Sciences

Bachelors Physician Assistant - Pre-Medicine

Pennsylvania College of Technology (Penn State Technical School)

H.S. Diploma -

Tamaqua Senior High School
Sheree Regisford PA-C