TAMIKA GOODEN
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional specializing in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration within post-acute care, home-based medicine, and outpatient settings. Expertise in developing patient relationships, coordinating care, and enhancing engagement and adherence. Skilled in healthcare delivery, advocacy, and navigation, with a focus on improving patient outcomes through effective communication and support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Contractor Podiatric Physician – Senior Living & Post-Acute Care
360care
01.2018 - Current
- Serve as a primary point of contact for patients, caregivers, nursing staff, and facility leadership regarding treatment plans, disease management, and ongoing care coordination.
- Provide individualized education to patients and caregivers regarding chronic disease management, treatment adherence, self-care strategies, and prevention measures.
- Assess patient-specific clinical needs and develop tailored care plans designed to improve outcomes and quality of life.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with patients, caregivers, facility staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation specialists, and administrators to address barriers to care and improve treatment access.
- Conduct educational programs and in-service training on patient safety, fall prevention, wound prevention, and chronic disease management.
- Perform chart reviews and clinical assessments to identify patients requiring referral, escalation, or additional support services.
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Independently manage scheduling, travel, communication, and clinical coordination across multiple facilities.
Contractor Podiatric Physician – Department of Defense
Langley Air Force Base
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Delivered provider education and clinical consultation within a federal healthcare environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support coordinated patient care and evidence-based treatment decisions.
- Reviewed clinical findings and diagnostic information to assist with patient management and treatment planning.
- Maintained compliance with federal documentation and quality standards.
- Supported communication among providers to optimize continuity of care.
Podiatric Physician – Home-Based & Community Care
Doctors Making House Calls
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Developed individualized patient and caregiver education plans to improve disease understanding and treatment adherence.
- Served as liaison between patients, caregivers, specialists, and primary care providers.
- Assisted patients and families with healthcare navigation, resource identification, and care coordination.
- Built trusted relationships through education, advocacy, and ongoing support.
- Identified barriers to care and connected patients with appropriate healthcare and community resources.
- Improved healthcare access for mobility-limited and underserved populations.
- Maintained timely documentation and communication in a highly independent field-based role.
Associate Podiatrist
Triad Foot Center
Greensboro, NC
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Performed comprehensive patient evaluations, histories, physical examinations, and treatment planning.
- Co-managed patients with complex chronic conditions including diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and neuropathy.
- Educated patients regarding disease prevention, wound care, treatment adherence, and medication compliance.
- Collaborated with referring physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Developed treatment plans focused on prevention, risk reduction, and long-term disease management.
- Maintained thorough clinical documentation and coordinated care across multiple provider specialties.
Attending Podiatric Physician (Federal Appointment)
Baltimore VA Medical Center
Baltimore
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Educated residents, medical students, interdisciplinary staff, patients, and caregivers on clinical practices, enhancing knowledge and skills.
- Participated in consultative care and care coordination across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Engaged veterans and families in chronic disease prevention education, promoting treatment adherence and improving health outcomes.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation within CPRS to support quality, compliance, and continuity of care.
- Supported interdisciplinary treatment planning and patient-centered care initiatives, fostering collaboration and improving patient engagement.
Education
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) -
New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC 08.2000 - 05.2004
Skills
- Clinical Assessment
- Patient Education
- Disease State Education
- Medication Education
- Chronic Disease Management
- Care Coordination
- Patient Engagement
- Patient Advocacy
- Treatment Access Support
- Healthcare Navigation
- Provider Education
- Healthcare Provider Engagement
- Documentation & Compliance
- EMR Documentation
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Relationship Management
- Problem solving
Personal Information
Title: Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Medicine, North Carolina Podiatry License (Active)
Additional Qualifications
- Extensive experience educating patients, caregivers, nurses, and healthcare providers
- Strong background in chronic disease management and patient engagement
- Experienced in independent field-based healthcare delivery
- Skilled in building collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Proven ability to identify barriers to care and support patient access to healthcare resources
- Strong documentation, compliance, and communication skills
Timeline
Contractor Podiatric Physician – Senior Living & Post-Acute Care
360care
01.2018 - Current
Contractor Podiatric Physician – Department of Defense
Langley Air Force Base
01.2015 - 01.2016
Podiatric Physician – Home-Based & Community Care
Doctors Making House Calls
01.2014 - 01.2015
Associate Podiatrist
Triad Foot Center
01.2013 - 01.2014
Attending Podiatric Physician (Federal Appointment)
Baltimore VA Medical Center
01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winston-Salem State University
08.2000 - 05.2004
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) -
New York College of Podiatric Medicine