Wesley D. Wylie MD LLC
Park City,UT
Summary
Versatile locum tenens hospitalist, Board Certified in Family Practice with a strong background in managing acute illnesses and conducting preoperative evaluations. Recognized for ensuring patient safety through comprehensive risk assessments and fostering collaboration among medical professionals.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Heli-ski Guide
Tordrillo Mountain Lodge
Anchorage, Alaska
02.2008 - Current
- Led guided helicopter skiing trips through challenging remote mountain terrain in Alaska.
- Ensured guest safety through comprehensive risk assessment and management.
- Facilitated safe navigation of difficult environments while maximizing guest experience.
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
Rupert, Idaho
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Admission and treatment of acute care, post procedure, and swing bed patients
- Coordinated with specialists to develop comprehensive patient management plans, enhancing interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Attended daily rounds to discuss patient care strategies with the team.
- Managed medication orders, ensuring adherence to administration protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Provided daily patient care, including medication management and symptom control.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes.
- Coordinated with other members of the medical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted preoperative evaluations to assess patient risk status and recommended interventions, facilitating informed surgical decision-making.
- Prescribed medications according to accepted standards of care and hospital protocols.
- Referred complicated cases to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, trauma.
- Evaluated new admissions to determine their clinical status and need for further testing or procedures.
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Shoshone Medical Center
Kellogg, Idaho
12.2023 - 08.2025
- Conducted patient assessments for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Documented patient histories and treatment progress in electronic health records.
- Coordinated with specialists for comprehensive patient management plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options and health maintenance.
- Attended daily rounds to discuss patient care strategies with the team.
- Managed medication orders, ensuring adherence to administration protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Provided daily patient care, including medication management and symptom control.
- Documented all pertinent information related to each patient encounter into the electronic health record system.
- Conducted preoperative evaluations to inform surgeons of patient risk status and recommend interventions to mitigate risks.
- Referred complicated cases to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, trauma.
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Steele Memorial Medical Center
Salmon, Idaho
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted patient assessments for diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Coordinated with specialists to develop comprehensive patient management plans, enhancing collaborative care.
- Attended daily rounds to discuss patient care strategies with the team.
- Provided daily patient care, including medication management and symptom control.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient progress and plan of care changes.
- Coordinated with other members of the medical team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted preoperative evaluations to inform surgeons of patient risk status and suggested interventions to minimize complications.
- Referred complicated cases to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
- Managed acute illnesses, including infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, and trauma, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Crawford Memorial Hospital
Robinson, Illinois
07.2020 - 11.2023
- Conducted initial consultations to assess patient ailments, documented medical histories, and performed physical examinations to inform treatment plans.
- Facilitated referrals of complex cases to specialists for comprehensive evaluation and tailored treatment.
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, trauma.
- Conducted exercise and pharmacologic treadmill tests to assess cardiovascular fitness
- Collaborated in multidisciplinary rounds to review patient progress and adjust care plans based on team input.
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
St. Josephs Regional Medical Center
Lewiston, Idaho
08.2015 - 01.2020
- Managed acute illnesses such as infections, respiratory failure, heart failure, sepsis, stroke, trauma.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary rounds to assess patient progress and implement care changes.
- Performed physical examinations and ordered laboratory tests for hospitalized patients.
- Assessed new admissions to determine clinical status and identify necessary tests or procedures.
- Referred complicated cases to specialists for further evaluation and treatment.
- Performed preoperative evaluations to inform surgeons of patient risk status and recommend interventions to mitigate risks.
Physician
Modern Med/Paladina Health
Salt Lake City, Utah
01.2008 - 12.2015
- Delivered patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinic environment.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care to enhance understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
- Reviewed imaging studies, including X-rays and MRIs, to accurately diagnose conditions and inform treatment decisions.
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care, ensuring tailored treatment strategies.
- Diagnosed and treated diseases and disorders affecting different body structures and systems.
- Diagnosed acute illnesses such as infections or injuries quickly and accurately.
Physician
Artisan Healthcare Clinic
Evanston, Wyoming
09.2008 - 11.2011
- Provided comprehensive patient-centered care in fast-paced clinic environment.
Physician
Art City Medical Center
Springville, Utah
06.1992 - 07.2008
- Provided patient-centered care in fast-paced clinic, enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and developed individualized treatment plans to address diverse patient needs.
- Performed physical examinations and diagnostic tests to assess patient health.
- Reviewed X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans, and other imaging studies to accurately diagnose conditions or diseases, guiding effective treatment.
- Referred patients to medical specialists or other practitioners for more specialized courses of treatment.
Education
Residency - Family Practice
University of Texas Health Science Center
Houston07-1992
M.D. - Medicine
University of Texas Health Science Center
Houston07-1989
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX06-1982
Skills
- Clinical expertise in pediatrics and endocrinology
- Oncology and critical care
- Surgical and obstetric skills
- Emergency medicine and geriatrics
- Certifications in advanced trauma life support
- Advanced cardiac life support certification
- Pediatric advanced life support certification
- Wilderness advanced life support
- EMR software proficiency EPIC, Cerner, Meditech, E-Clinical Works, Next Gen
- Healthcare committee and board service
- Medical education instructor
- Founding board member Utah Physician Network
- Licensed in multiple states: Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Illinois, Wisconsin, Washington, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Indiana, Montana, Arizona, Kansas
- Claims Free Status
Affiliations
- Tordrillo Mountain Lodge Lead Heli-Ski Guide, Alaska
- Powderbird Guides International, Utah Heli-Ski Guide
- Certified Ski Guide- Canadian Ski Guide Association
- Lead Ski Patroller and Avalanche Technician Deer Valley Ski Resort
- Heli-Ski US Level 3 Ski Guide
- Heli-Ski Guide Valle Nevado, Chile
Accomplishments
- AMA Physicians Recognition Award
- People's Choice Award Family Physician of the Year Utah
- Dr. Henry W. Withers Memorial Award
- Outstanding Resident Teacher Award the University of Texas Medical School at Houston
- Society of Teachers of Family Medicine Award
Timeline
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Minidoka Memorial Hospital
06.2025 - 01.2026
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Steele Memorial Medical Center
09.2024 - 11.2024
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Shoshone Medical Center
12.2023 - 08.2025
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
Crawford Memorial Hospital
07.2020 - 11.2023
Locum Tenens Staff Hospitalist
St. Josephs Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 01.2020
Physician
Artisan Healthcare Clinic
09.2008 - 11.2011
Lead Heli-ski Guide
Tordrillo Mountain Lodge
02.2008 - Current
Physician
Modern Med/Paladina Health
01.2008 - 12.2015
Physician
Art City Medical Center
06.1992 - 07.2008
Residency - Family Practice
University of Texas Health Science Center
M.D. - Medicine
University of Texas Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Cell Biology
Texas State University