Wade Smith PA-C
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Licensed Physician Assistant (PA-C) with roots in Fort Worth, demonstrating commitment to healthcare excellence.. Wade joined Orthopedic Specialty Associates in 2004. He spent 16 years practicing sports medicine and orthopedic surgery with Dr. John Conway. In January 2020, he began working with Dr. Damond Blueitt and Dr. Curtis Bush. in 2021, he joined the Texas Hip & Knee group. He serves as a first assistant in the operating room. He also evaluates and treats new and established patients in the clinic and provides medical coverage for area high school, college and professional sports teams. Wade is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Texas Academy of Physician Assistants. Wade serves as vice chair on the APP Credentialing Committee at Texas Health Fort Worth and on the Governance Committee for TAPA. In his spare time, Wade enjoys traveling, hiking, kayaking and fishing with his wife and watching his three sons play baseball.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Physician Assistant
Texas Hip & Knee
Fort Worth, Texas
01.2021 - Current
- First assist at surgery for adult joint reconstruction of the hip and knee.
- Office-based treatment of non-surgical patients.
- Provide care to patients while optimizing them for surgical intervention.
- Coordinate care with multiple surgeons in our practice.
- Conducted patient assessments and evaluated medical histories in orthopedic settings.
- Assisted in developing treatment plans for various orthopedic conditions.
- Collaborated with surgeons during procedures to ensure patient safety and care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information effectively.
- Counseled patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; referred patients to specialists when necessary.
Physician Assistant
Orthopedic Specialty Associates
Fort Worth, TX
06.2004 - 12.2020
- Offered expertise in diagnosis, management and treatment of orthopedic injuries to carefully and effectively manage patients symptoms and achieve a positive outcome.
- First assistant at surgery with Dr John Conway.
- Managed my own clinic seeing Established and New Patients.
- Provided coverage for high school, college and professional sports teams.
- Provided coverage for after hours injury clinics.
- Provided coverage for after hours call from providers and patients.
- Participated in education of students, residents and fellows.
- Developed and maintained relationships with Athletic Trainers (ATC) and local referral sources.
- Grew patient base through continued levels of outstanding service.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information effectively.
- Prepared and maintained accurate medical records in compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to optimize patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation exercises.
- Collaborated with surgeons during procedures to ensure patient safety and care.
- Counseled patients about wellness activities including diet and exercise regimens; referred patients to specialists when necessary.
- Assessed, diagnosed, treated and delivered follow-up care.
- Conducted patient assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of advances in medicine through continuing education courses.
- Performed routine medical procedures such as injections, immunizations, biopsies, joint aspirations, splinting fractures and dislocations.
- Educated staff members regarding best practices for clinical practice.
- Instructed patients on preventive health care, medical problems, medications, and prescribed treatments.
- Ordered laboratory testing, physical assessments and specialist consults to help diagnose and treat patients.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions; adjusted treatments based on response to therapy.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases; collaborated with other healthcare providers.
- Managed hospital rounds ensuring timely completion of orders while providing direct patient care.
- Assisted physicians with skilled support during surgeries and complicated medical procedures.
- Gathered and input detailed patient data used for diagnostics and tracking.
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Spine and Rehabilitation Center
Austin, TX
01.1994 - 01.1999
- Provided exercise prescription for patients in a multidisciplinary spine center.
- Development and implementation of community health programs such as Back Schools, Ergonomic Job Modification.
Education
Master of Science - MPAS
University of North Texas HSC at Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX05.2004
Bachelor of Science - Biology and Human Performance
University of North Texas
Denton, TX1993
Paschal HS
Fort Worth, TX1986
Skills
- Strong verbal communication
- Patient assessment
- Collaborative leadership skills
- Office-based procedures, including ultrasound procedures, joint aspirations, and intra-articular injections
- Surgical first assist
- Sideline medical management of sports injuries
- Critical thinking
- Clinical decision making
- Differential diagnoses
- Evidence-based medicine
Affiliations
Member of American Academy of Physician Assistants
Member of Texas Academy of Physician Assistants
Vice Chair of Texas Health Advanced Practice Providers Credentialing Committee 2019-
TAPA Governance Committee member 2020-21
UNTHSC PA Student President 2003-04
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX
Status: Resigned
07/26/2004 09/30/2021
Texas Health Surgery Center Park Hill, Fort Worth, TX
Status: Resigned
05/23/2019 05/23/2021
Texas Health Surgery Center Alliance, Fort Worth, TX
Status: Resigned
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center, Fort Worth, TX
Status: Resigned
10/27/2009 09/24/2013
Texas Health Harris Methodist Southwest Hospital Fort Worth, Fort Worth, TX
Status Active APP
01/01/2021-
Licensure and Certification
Texas Physician Assistant Board PA04134 valid through 02/28/2026
National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistant) Certified Primary 06/03/2004 12/31/2035
Basic Life Support (BLS Provider) valid through 8/27
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) valid through 8/27
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physician Assistant
Texas Hip & Knee
01.2021 - Current
Physician Assistant
Orthopedic Specialty Associates
06.2004 - 12.2020
Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Spine and Rehabilitation Center
01.1994 - 01.1999
Master of Science - MPAS
University of North Texas HSC at Fort Worth
Bachelor of Science - Biology and Human Performance
University of North Texas
Paschal HS