Simon Troester
Sebastopol,CA
Summary
Skilled foreign medical doctor, (not currently US-licensed) who recently moved to California from Denmark, looking for work in the medical field.
With experience and interest in the radiologic field with extensive knowledge of human anatomy and great experience with ultrasound both diagnostic and therapeutic as well as fluoroscopic examinations and interventions. Several years of experience with ultrasound and ultrasound guided interventions, as well as surgical assisting.
Have extensive experience in patient care, diagnosis and providing quality medical services. Adept at managing medical teams and resolving complex medical cases with utmost precision. Possesses outstanding organizational and communication skills.
Diligent about addressing every need with conscientious and detail-oriented approach. Offering 7+ years of medical experience and passion for helping patients improve health and wellness. Diagnose disease causes, symptoms and likely progression based on patient histories, examinations and diagnostic testing. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Seek to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges where interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills can be used to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
MD - Department of Radiology
Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed tools to improve disease surveillance with better screening and reporting options for radiology staff.
- Mentored junior physicians and medical students, fostering professional growth and skill development within healthcare team.
- Engaged with other health professionals to impart knowledge and discuss best treatment courses both within single specialty and Multi Disciplinary Team (MDT) conferences.
- Engaged with other medical professionals to obtain patient history relevant to guiding clinicians towards right choice of radiologic modality and examination.
- Co-authored case reports within field of thoracic radiology
- Extensive experience conducting ultrasound examinations, with most being in vascular and abdominal ultrasound - 500+ cases including US-guided interventions.
- Extensive experience with fluoroscopy, primarily urogenital radiological (changing of over 100 nephrostomy catheters, 10 JJ-catheter, 30+ urethrographies, etc)
- Responsible for teaching junior staff on various topics within, including how to treat allergic reactions to contrast mediums.
MD - Dept of Respiratory Medicine
Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Responsibility in an ER-setting, with patient uptake in the field of infectious diseases, respiratory medicine and nephrology, drawing up initial diagnostics and treatment plan, while also being responsible for 3 corresponding hospital wards during night shifts.
- Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
- Specialized work in the respiratory medicine outpatient clinic, in both general respiratory medicine - including asthma/COPD/interstitial lung diseases and cancer diagnostics - with responsibility for drawing up the primary diagnostic plan.
- Extensive experience in reviewing of both low dose CT of the thorax and high-resolution CT scans of the thorax.
- Extensive experience conducting lung ultrasound examinations, and performing numerous and US-guided pleuracentesis in both in- and outpatient setting.
- Mentored junior physicians and medical students, fostering professional growth and skill development within the healthcare team.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Collected, recorded and maintained patient medical history, reports and examination results.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Monitored patients' conditions and progress to reevaluate treatment.
MD - Department of Nephrology
Herlev Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Extensive experience with phone visitation daily of 20+ patients with chronic kidney disease and patients in dialysis (both CAPD and HDF) to determine whether to see patients same night or next day during day time shift.
- Extensive work with diagnosing and planning diagnostic measures for out-patients referred with declining kidney function or treatment-resistant hypertension, including but not limited to obtaining and reporting on EKG's, bloodwork, and medications, and performing ultrasound of the kidneys.
- Special area of interest with in out-patients with renal sarcoidosis and vasculitis.
- Trained support staff in patient care strategies, intake requirements and requirements for assisting with different procedures.
- During shifts performing nephrology consults and guiding other specialties in treatment of renal diseases.
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
- Facilitated recovery, providing personalized rehabilitation advice and follow-up care that improved patient quality of life.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by simplifying medical jargon into understandable language during consultations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and attentive care during consultations and treatments.
MD - Department of Respiratory Medicine
Hvidovre Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Held responsibility as senior resident doctor in the ER, with overall responsibility for initial diagnostics and treatment of 30+ patients in the ER, while also being responsible for 50+ patients in the respiratory, endocrinology and palliative care unit, during shifts.
- Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs for patients with chronic respiratory diseases, such as Asthma, COPD, Bronchiectasis.
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
- Led team of junior doctors and nurses, providing mentorship and guidance to improve clinic-wide professional standards.
- Instructed and advised patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis and management of medical conditions.
- Chosen and trusted by fellow junior doctors in the ward to represent their interest in meetings with the hospital leadership.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying treatable conditions.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical processes and enhance overall patient care standards.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Mentored junior physicians and medical students, fostering professional growth and skill development within the healthcare team.
- Increased patient satisfaction with thorough assessments, clear communication, and empathetic bedside manner.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care options for terminally ill patients in the Palliative Care Unit, while respecting their individual preferences regarding treatment measures.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
MD - Family Medicine
Laegehuset I Vig
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Educated patients and families to raise awareness about health conditions.
- Proactively identified severe conditions and emergencies, ensuring immediate referral to hospitals for timely care.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers in the respective out-patients settings to provide well-rounded care for complex patients.
- Served as a liaison to enhance communication and foster collaboration between physicians and administration, leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Adapted treatment strategies by reviewing the effectiveness of prescribed interventions.
- Advised patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene and disease prevention.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Accomplished multiple tasks and seeing 30 + patients daily within established timeframes.
MD - Department of Surgery
Holbaek Sygehus
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and diagnostic tests to accurately diagnose medical conditions of 15+ patients daily and assessed the necessity of surgical intervention.
- Evaluated previously prescribed interventions for successes or failures and adjusted strategies.
- Streamlined clinic operations, implementing efficient scheduling and documentation practices.
- Provided extensive assistance to surgeons across various operating room procedures such as appendectomy and colectomy.
- Safely executed surgical procedures with supervision, encompassing 10+ appendectomies, 50+ abscess treatments, and Chest tube insertions for 20+ pneumothorax cases.
- Streamlined referral processes for specialty services, ensuring timely access to necessary evaluations and treatments for patients.
- Conducted physical examinations, evaluations, and assessments to diagnose patients and provided direct care.
Nurse Assistant
FADL vagtbureau
Copenhagen, Denmark
02.2011 - 06.2017
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
Education
Master of Science - Medicine
University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Medicine
University of Copenhagen
Copenhagen, Denmark01.2014
High School Diploma -
Alssundgymnasiet I Sonderborg
Sonderborg, Denmark06.2008
Skills
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Medical Knowledge
- Emergency Management
- Teaching and Mentoring
- Diagnostic imaging and therapeutic Interventions
- HIPAA Compliance
- Cardiac anatomy knowledge
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
- Aseptic and sterile Techniques proficiency
- Surgical Assistance
- Basic Life Support
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Danish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
MD - Department of Radiology
Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde
05.2023 - 04.2024
MD - Dept of Respiratory Medicine
Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde
11.2021 - 10.2022
MD - Department of Nephrology
Herlev Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2021
MD - Department of Respiratory Medicine
Hvidovre Hospital
06.2019 - 05.2021
MD - Family Medicine
Laegehuset I Vig
05.2018 - 04.2019
MD - Department of Surgery
Holbaek Sygehus
11.2017 - 04.2018
Nurse Assistant
FADL vagtbureau
02.2011 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Medicine
University of Copenhagen
Bachelor of Science - Medicine
University of Copenhagen
High School Diploma -
Alssundgymnasiet I Sonderborg
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