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Yanira Paola Castellanos Espinoza

Yanira Paola Castellanos Espinoza

Whitestown,IN

Summary

Experienced in diagnosing diseases, identifying causes, symptoms, and likely progression through thorough patient histories, examinations, and diagnostic testing. Committed to addressing every need with a conscientious and detail-oriented approach. With over 6 years of medical experience, dedicated to helping patients improve their health and wellness.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Medicine Resident Physician

Indiana University School of Medicine
06.2023 - Current
  • Participate in integrated inpatient and outpatient training in learning in six major areas of medicine: pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine, psychiatry and neurology, surgery, and community medicine.
  • Identify the preventive needs of patients.
  • Promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Provide ongoing routine care and emotional support.
  • Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illness.
  • Work with consultants and other physician specialists to care for unusual and complex medical problems.

Primary Care Physician

Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano-Indiana University
07.2022 - 07.2022
  • Selected by the Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano Family Medicine Residency Program and Indiana University liaison to join their annual medical missions carried out at various rural communities in Honduras.
  • Provided healthcare services to nearby villages as part of the provider team.
  • Performed histories, medical examinations, ordered appropriate investigations and referred on to specialists when necessary.
  • Educated patients and their communities on preventative healthcare practices.
  • Learned to appreciate the differences in various care settings and the importance of community health awareness.

International Medical Graduate/Student

Premier Cardiac and Vascular
03.2022 - 04.2022
  • Honed patient evaluation and management skills
  • Carried out medical histories, performing physical examinations and bloodwork investigations, performed, and interpreted EKGs, assisted my supervisor in the performance of medical tests, such as echocardiography, ankle brachial index and stress tests.
  • Learned and managed a new EMR system for the documentation of patients visits
  • Enhanced communication skills with patients and reinforced learning about the US healthcare delivery.

International Medical Graduate/Student

Annandale Primary Care
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Worked at the clinic under the supervision of Internal an Medicine provider.
  • Obtained medical histories and vitals, drew blood, and performed physical examinations
  • Performed EKGs, reviewed laboratory and imaging results and communicated the findings to my supervisor, gained experience on the use of Electronic Medical Records charting.
  • Organized follow-ups and provided counseling and education to patients on their progress.
  • Learned how the US medical system operates.

Primary Care Physician

Freelance
03.2020 - 11.2020
  • Provided telemedicine consultations and home visits to patients in need who were unable to access healthcare due to strict regulations or to those who could not afford private healthcare.
  • Diagnosed and treated a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, applying evidence-based medical practices to optimize results.
  • Provided consultations, follow-up visits, physical examinations, prescriptions, and referrals where necessary
  • Learned the value of the therapeutic relationship in enhancing patient care and reinforced my sense of duty and compromise to the medical field.
  • Provided timely referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring patients received appropriate care for specific needs.
  • Reduced patient wait times by efficiently managing appointments and prioritizing urgent cases.

Primary Care Physician

Varela-Oconn
01.2019 - 07.2019
  • Registered new patients, gathered their medical histories, and performed physical examinations.
  • Followed up with patients and provided referrals when necessary.
  • Educated patients about health promotion and prevention.
  • Developed long-lasting relationships with patients and families, fostering trust in the primary care setting.
  • Assisted in developing new clinic policies and procedures based on current best practices for more efficient workflow processes.

Social Service General Practitioner

Los Fuertes Primary Care Center
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • During the 8th and final year of medical school, students are assigned by the Health Ministry of Honduras to move to an underserved community and are provided with a provisional board certification for a year to fulfill primary care duties without supervision, better known as 'social service year'.
  • Primary care of children and adults.
  • Involvement in the Honduran extended program of immunizations, which required going to every house in the community and vaccinating children and senior citizens.
  • In-home visits and clinical follow-ups of patients with Tuberculosis.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive and empathetic care during consultations.
  • Actively participated in community outreach events promoting public health awareness and preventive care measures.

Medical Intern Year

Hospital San Felipe/Hospital Maria/IHSS
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • On the 7th year of medical education students are required to rotate through the Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB/GYN and General Surgery services, for 3 months each for a total of 12 months.
  • The overall experience provided the opportunity to work alongside residents and attending physicians on patient care from hospitalization to discharge, observed and assisted on major surgeries and C-sections.
  • On occasion performed procedures like paracentesis, delivery of uncomplicated births and minor surgical procedures, all under supervision.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly rotating through multiple departments, broadening clinical skills and expertise across various specialties.
  • Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care while balancing administrative tasks and educational requirements.

Education

Family Medicine Physician -

Indiana University School of Medicine
Indianapolis, IN
06.2026

Medical Doctor (M.D) -

Universidad Católica de Honduras Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz Facultad en Ciencias de la Salud
05.2018

Skills

  • Advanced clinical knowledge
  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Pediatric care proficiency
  • Minor surgical procedures
  • Electronic Medical Records
  • Community outreach involvement
  • Evidence-based medicine
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Health promotion education
  • Telemedicine familiarity

Occupation

Medical Doctor

Pronouns

She/Her/Hers

Publications

Riesgo de desarrollar Diabetes Mellitus Tipo 2 en la población adulta de Los Fuertes Roatán, Islas de la Bahía, Honduras desde Abril 2017 hasta Abril 2018, Oral Presentation, Castellanos, Y.P., Ruiz, I.Y., 04/26/2018, Thesis Presentation, Tegucigalpa, HND

Volunteer Experience

Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano-Indiana University, Comayagua, Honduras. 07/2022-07/2022

  • Carried out at various rural communities in Honduras.
  • Provided healthcare services to nearby villages as part of the provider team.
  • Performed histories and medical examinations.
  • Ordered appropriate investigations and referred on to specialists when necessary.
  • Educated patients and their communities on preventative healthcare practices.
  • Learned to appreciate the differences in various care settings and the importance of community health awareness.


Affiliations

  • Medical Association of Honduras
  • American Academy of Family Physicians
  • National Hispanic Medical Association
  • American Heart Association

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Quality Management Certificate issued by Universidad Católica de Honduras Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz (2018)
  • English for International Communication Certificate issued by Universidad Católica de Honduras Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz (2018)
  • Sleep Medicine Online Certificate issued by Universidad Austral Facultad de Ciencias Biomédicas, Buenos Aires, Argentina, (2019)
  • Occupational English Test Gold Standard Badge for attaining scores of B or higher on examination (2022)

Timeline

Family Medicine Resident Physician

Indiana University School of Medicine
06.2023 - Current

Primary Care Physician

Kaiser Permanente Napa-Solano-Indiana University
07.2022 - 07.2022

International Medical Graduate/Student

Premier Cardiac and Vascular
03.2022 - 04.2022

International Medical Graduate/Student

Annandale Primary Care
07.2021 - 11.2021

Primary Care Physician

Freelance
03.2020 - 11.2020

Primary Care Physician

Varela-Oconn
01.2019 - 07.2019

Social Service General Practitioner

Los Fuertes Primary Care Center
04.2017 - 04.2018

Medical Intern Year

Hospital San Felipe/Hospital Maria/IHSS
03.2016 - 03.2017

Family Medicine Physician -

Indiana University School of Medicine

Medical Doctor (M.D) -

Universidad Católica de Honduras Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz Facultad en Ciencias de la Salud
Yanira Paola Castellanos Espinoza