Zelinette Alvarado Rodriguez, M.D.
Winter Garden,FL
Summary
Highly motivated and accomplished ACN licensed Primary Care Physician with a strong commitment to serving in Florida. Extensive experience in caring for acutely ill patients, specializing in Primary Care and Women's health. Broad capacity in diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic medical conditions.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Care Physician
Orlando Family Physicians
09.2026 - Current
- Delivered evidence based medical treatment services to patients.
- Adhere to HEDIS measures and optimize strategies aligned with MCS guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions according to company policies and procedures.
- Partnered with medical assistants to support compliance with applicable regulations.
- Collaborate with medical staff to ensure coordinated delivery of high-quality medical treatment and client services.
Primary Care Physician
Advantage Medical Group
09.2025 - 10.2026
- Optimize workflow to ensure compliance with HEDIS measures and optimized strategies aligning with MCS guidelines.
- Enhance overall practice success by collaborating efficiently with colleagues and medical staff.
- Nurture meaningful relationships with patients and families, enhancing trust and ensuring open communication.
- Decrease hospital admission rates via meticulous tracking of follow-up appointments and timely intervention strategies.
- Oversaw complex medical cases requiring coordination among multiple specialists to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Extensive knowledge of EMR and documentation ensuring time efficiency.
- Participated in shared call system with other providers to provide continuous coverage for patients on 24-hour basis.
Medical Intern
Hospital De La Concepcion
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability by swiftly rotating through multiple departments, broadening clinical skills and expertise across various specialties.
- Responsible for the evaluation for admission, close care and monitoring of patients in the ER, along with their care while awaiting transfer to Medicine, Pediatric, Intensive Care Unit, Surgical, Obstetric, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Neurologic Intensive Care Unit, or Orthopedic wards.
- Perform as a General Practice Physician under a Supersized Temporary Puerto Rico Medical License.
- Able to prescribe medications according to Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and State Drug Licenses regulations.
- Manage time effectively, prioritizing patient care while balancing administrative tasks and educational requirements.
- I was able and required to work +24 hours shifts every 4 days, that included management and follow-up while on site.
- Remained current on latest medical advancements through continuous learning efforts such as attending seminars, workshops, and conferences.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records by diligently updating their information after every consultation or procedure.
- Assisted physicians in conducting diagnostic tests, resulting in accurate diagnoses and targeted treatment plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, ensuring a comfortable environment for open communication about their health concerns.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
- Participated in grand rounds, presenting complex cases to colleagues and engaging in constructive discussions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Shadowed emergency medical services team in emergency room setting and during field response.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, offering support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Performed minor surgical procedures, wound care, vaginal deliveries, cesarean section assistance, under direct supervision of attending physicians, honing technical skills necessary for future practice success.
- Provided emergency care in high-pressure situations, demonstrating the ability to remain calm and focused under challenging circumstances.
- Responded to medical emergencies to help stabilize and treat patients including BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
- Shadowed and assisted emergency medical services team in emergency room and during field response.
- Managed time effectively, prioritizing patient care while balancing administrative tasks and educational requirements.
Medical Scribe
Family Practice
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Experience with eClinicalWorks patient medical records.
- Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results and other details directly into charts.
- Reviewed outpatient records and interpreted documentation to identify diagnoses and procedures.
- Accepted dictated notes and produced professional documents with outlined information.
Medical Assistant
Dr. Felix Hernandez, MD
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Obtained patient medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
Research Assistant
Wayne State University, College Of Health Sciences
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Research performed under Dr. Anjaneyulu Kowluru, Ph.D. mentoring.
- Research involving biochemistry and molecular studies of G-protein complexes and its mechanisms underlying islet beta-cell function on diabetes studies.
Research Assistant
Ponce School Of Medicine, Department Of Physiology
07.2006 - 07.2007
- Research performed under Dr. Caroline B. Appleyard, PhD. Research in Gastrointestinal Diseases.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Publication: Cruz, M. L., Alvarado, Z., Coppola, D., Antonia, S. J., & Appleyard, C. B. (2008). In chronic colitis exacerbation of altered motility induced by the bacterial peptide formyl‐methionyl‐Leucyl‐Phenylalanine (fMLP) is associated with dysregulation of the immune system. The FASEB Journal, 22(S1). https://doi.org/10.1096/fasebj.22.1_supplement.1189.7
Education
M.D. - Doctor of Medicine
University of Health Sciences Antigua (UHSA)
Antigua And Barbuda05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Microbiology
University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez
Mayagüez, PR09.2010
High School Diploma -
Escuela San Germán Interamericana
San Germán06.2005
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Self-Motivated
- Active Listening
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Diagnostic skills
- Written Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Educational Research
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- EMR software experience
- Organizational skills
- Working under pressure
Affiliations
- Certified Member of Puerto Rico Collage of Physicians and Surgeons
- American Academy of Family Physician (AAFP) Member ID: 9389081
- Certificate of Membership: American Medical Student Association (AMSA) Since 2012: AMSA ID#619513
Certification
- Licensed Area of Critical Need Medical Doctor: State of Florida - Active
- Puerto Rico General Practice Physician Medical License , Puerto Rico Medical Discipline and Licensure Board, Since June 2024- Active/Unrestricted
- PR Controlled Substances License - Active
- DEA License - Active
- Certified BLS, ACLS and PALS Provider
Additional Information
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER/ OTHER EXPERIENCES
Volunteer Community Health Services after Maria Hurricane (September 2017)
- Community-Based health care volunteer provider at Mayaguez and Moca, P.R.
Shriners Hospital Medical Operative (March, 2012)
- Spanish Translator between patients and doctors.
Medical Operative (November, 2012)
- Community-Based health care volunteer provider at Barrio Constanza, Dominican Republic.
Tutor (2003-2010)
- Tutor in Science, Math and Spanish.
Timeline
Primary Care Physician
Orlando Family Physicians
09.2026 - Current
Primary Care Physician
Advantage Medical Group
09.2025 - 10.2026
Medical Intern
Hospital De La Concepcion
05.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Scribe
Family Practice
01.2020 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
Dr. Felix Hernandez, MD
01.2018 - 08.2019
Research Assistant
Wayne State University, College Of Health Sciences
05.2009 - 08.2009
Research Assistant
Ponce School Of Medicine, Department Of Physiology
07.2006 - 07.2007
High School Diploma -
Escuela San Germán Interamericana
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Microbiology
University of Puerto Rico - Mayagüez
M.D. - Doctor of Medicine
University of Health Sciences Antigua (UHSA)