STELLA M. MATARAZZO, PA-C
East Bridgewater,MA
Summary
Dedicated Physician Assistant with extensive experience managing complex medical conditions in diverse healthcare settings. Proficient in telemedicine and patient education, driving adherence to treatment plans and enhancing patient outcomes through collaborative care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Department/MIH Physician Assistant
South Shore Hospital
South Weymouth, MA
03.2014 - Current
- Currently, working remotely conducting telemedicine visits in the mobile integrated health program (MIH) utilizing paramedic staff for home based assessments of routine and urgent medical conditions.
- Experienced with evaluating and treating complex acute and chronic medical conditions in various settings across the hospital system in ED/ED observation and cardiac catheterization lab.
- Interpret lab data and imaging results to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Educate patients on diagnoses and treatment strategies to improve adherence.
- Utilize EMR/EHR systems for accurate patient documentation and history tracking.
Emergency Department Physician Assistant
Signature Healthcare
Brockton, MA
10.2012 - 02.2014
- Independently managed treatment for diverse adult and pediatric patients in fast track setting.
- Performed procedures including suturing, abscess incision and drainage, splinting, digital blocks, fluorescein stain exams and nail trephination.
Long Term Acute Care Physician Assistant
New England Sinai Hospital
Stoughton, MA
03.1998 - 08.2012
- Managed complex medical patients with multi-system failure, weaning from mechanical ventilation in long-term acute care.
- Collaborated with attending physicians and consultants to enhance patient management strategies, improving overall care quality.
- Executed patient-related tasks, including writing orders, evaluating labs, and developing treatment plans to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Oversaw care for oncology patients in conjunction with oncology attending physicians.
- Led family meetings to assess long-term care needs, ensuring clear communication and understanding among caregivers.
- Facilitated end-of-life decision-making and provided hospice care, offering support to patients and families during critical transitions.
- Mentored PA students from Northeastern University in a hospital setting to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills.
Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
Brigham And Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts
09.1997 - 03.1998
- Collaborated with thoracic surgeons during hospital rounds, in the OR, and in outpatient follow-up clinic to ensure seamless patient care.
- Educated and counseled discharged patients on post-operative care to promote adherence and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
THE STATE UNIVERSITY of NEW YORK
Stony Brook, NY06-1997
Bachelor of Science - Biology
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Boston, MA06-1992
Skills
- Direct patient care via telemedicine
- Obtaining patient histories and examinations
- Diagnosing conditions
- Performing fast track procedures
- Interpreting lab and imaging results
- Advanced cardiac life support
Affiliations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
Certification
- Physician Assistant National Recertification Examination, 04/2026
- ACLS, 01/2026
Timeline
Emergency Department/MIH Physician Assistant
South Shore Hospital
03.2014 - Current
Emergency Department Physician Assistant
Signature Healthcare
10.2012 - 02.2014
Long Term Acute Care Physician Assistant
New England Sinai Hospital
03.1998 - 08.2012
Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
Brigham And Women's Hospital
09.1997 - 03.1998
Bachelor of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
THE STATE UNIVERSITY of NEW YORK
Bachelor of Science - Biology
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY