Deliver high-quality, accessible healthcare by utilizing clinical expertise and strong communication skills. Foster excellent doctor-patient relationships through proactive and preventive care, ensuring patient well-being and satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concierge Physician
Connected Health
Wexford, USA
12.2020 - Current
Provide a comprehensive and personal health care experience to practice members, improving the overall healthcare experience and fostering an excellent doctor-patient relationship.
Established a non-narcotic pain management program utilizing osteopathic manipulation and dry needling techniques.
Follow evidence based guidelines for routine health maintenance and preventative care.
Accommodate patients for same or next day sick appoints in the office or the patients' homes.
Provide patients direct access to me for health care questions around the clock.
Perform numerous in office procedures to include joint injections, skin biopsies, toenail removals, dry needling.
Primary Care Physician
VA Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, USA
04.2022 - 04.2023
Managed a complex panel of 1100+ veterans, focusing on chronic disease management to improve long-term health outcomes.
Evaluated and treated an average of 12-14 patients daily in an outpatient setting, maintaining a high standard of comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Executed evidence-based clinical practice guidelines established by the VHA, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality healthcare services.
Conducted telehealth/VA Video Connect (VVC) appointments to expand care access for rural and homebound veterans while adhering to federal privacy regulations.
Refer patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary.
Coordinate work with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other health care providers.
Family Medicine Physician
Evans Army Community Hospital
Colorado Springs, USA
11.2016 - 08.2020
Served as primary care physician to a panel of over 1400 patients.
Provided comprehensive patient care, incorporating preventative medical care into visits whenever possible.
Served as executive medicine physician for the region which involved caring for active duty and retired general officers.
Mentored and taught medical students from the University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Supervised physician assistants working in the clinic.
Top RVU produced for the department of primary care.
Served as the Officer in Charge (OIC) of a soldier centered medial home, of which I was responsible for provider scheduling, chart reviews, ensuring policies are up to date and quality care metrics are met.
Family Medicine Intern/Resident
Tripler Army Medical Center
Honolulu, USA
06.2013 - 11.2016
Received training in inpatient and outpatient medicine in adult and pediatric patient populations at a 256 bed hospital.
Demonstrated clinical excellence in providing comprehensive family medicine care to patients of all ages, including newborns, children, adolescents, and adults.
Selected as chief resident my senior year, responsibilities included scheduling residents for call shifts, supervising junior residents and medical students on the inpatient service and assisting with the planning and execution of weekly didactic sessions within the residency program.
Collaborated with specialists regarding referrals or treatment plans when necessary.
Employed critical thinking skills to recognize patterns that may indicate underlying medical conditions.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation of all clinical encounters.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) - Osteopathic Medicine
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Greensburg, PA
Post Baccalaureate - Pre-Medicine
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Biology
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA
Skills
Proactive and preventive care
Fostering excellent doctor/patient relationships
Chronic disease management
Evidence-based treatment
Certification
PA Osteopathic Physician
American Board of Family Physicians
Timeline
Primary Care Physician
VA Pittsburgh
04.2022 - 04.2023
Concierge Physician
Connected Health
12.2020 - Current
Family Medicine Physician
Evans Army Community Hospital
11.2016 - 08.2020
Family Medicine Intern/Resident
Tripler Army Medical Center
06.2013 - 11.2016
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) - Osteopathic Medicine
Assistant Physician to the Medical Director and Administrative Assistant of the Concierge Department at Central Romana (Central Romana Medical Center)Assistant Physician to the Medical Director and Administrative Assistant of the Concierge Department at Central Romana (Central Romana Medical Center)