Archive for the ‘Orthopedic Oncology’ Category

Candidate 27264 is a fellowship trained Orthopedic Oncologist who is also a Board Certified General Surgeon.  Candidate has an extensive Academic teaching career as well as a successful practice with her main focus being in Bone & Soft Tissue Sarcomas of the Extremities. Family is relocating to the greater Chicago area and is available immediately.  Current active and clear license in Illinois – would also consider Northern Indiana.

EDUCATION    

UNDERGRADUATE:    

May 1992    Providence, Rhode Island                

GRADUATE MEDICAL:

May 1996    Cleveland, Ohio               

TRAINING    

July 1996 – June 1997    Intern in General Surgery

    Respected University, Department of General Surgery

July 1997 – March 1999    Resident in Orthopaedic Surgery

    Large Medical Center Department of Orthopaedics

April 1999 – June 2002    Resident in Orthopaedic Surgery

    Major University East Coast Medical Center

FELLOWSHIP 

July 2002 – June 2004    Orthopaedic Oncology

Mid-Atlantic Cancer Institute/Hospital Center

ACADEMIC POSITIONS

November 2005 – December 2007    

Staff Physician, Department of Orthopedic Oncology

Mid-Atlantic Cancer Institute/Hospital Center

September – November 2004    

Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Faculty Foundation

August 2002 – June 2004        

Consultant, Surgery Branch Cancer Institute

November 2005 – Present        

Major National Healthcare Group in Mid-Atlantic

April 2000        

Clinical Instructor in the Department of Orthopaedics

East Coast Medical School

August 1998         

Clinical Instructor in the Department of Orthopaedics

Major University Medical School

August 1993 – June 1994        

Histology Tutor

Major University Medical School

Spring 1992/Fall 1991        

Teaching Assistant in the Department of Psychology/Biology

Brown University

LICENSURE

Illinois                   Current

Indiana                 Current

Ohio                      Current

HONORS/AWARDS    

February 2007   Orthopaedic Career Development Research Grant Award

May 1996    Prize for excellence in care of patients at Medical School

1994    National Medical Fellowships in Academic Medicine

1993    Summer Research Fellowship

1992-1994    National Medical Fellowships Scholarship and Recognized Scholar

1990   Award for Outstanding Research Paper    

RESEARCH/POSTER PRESENTATIONS    

Available upon request – worldwide presentations given  

PUBLICATIONS

Available upon request – full listing available including published

INVITED LECTURER IN ORTHOPEDICS/ TEACHING ACTIVITIES

Detailed list available upon request

EMPLOYMENT    

Summers 1989, 1992  Laboratory Coordinator, Chicago, IL                    

Summers 1992, 1991, 1990  Research Assistant, Chicago, IL                

Summer 1989   Research Assistant, Department of Pharmacology, Chicago, IL

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 

 1998 – 1999    Team Physician – Cleveland area high schools                        

1994 – 1995    Accreditation Subcommittee of the Committee on Medical Education

1994    Prostate Cancer Education and Screening Program         

1993 – 1995    Quality Improvement in Medical Education Committee    

1988 – 1992    Black Premedical Society

        President (1991-1992)

        Vice-President (1990-1991)

        Secretary (1989-1990)

Please send me more information on this candidate

Published Physician Resume by Medical Search Group

Resume CV of Candidate 22083.  Physician Assistant with extensive Hematology and Radiation Oncology seeking new orthopedic opportunities in the Dallas Fort Worth DFW Metroplex.  Open to both Oncology and Orthopaedic PA roles in North Texas. 

Employment Experience:

• Radiation Oncology, North Dallas, Texas   May 2005-present.

As a physician assistant in radiation oncology, manage patients with cancers of the lung, breast, prostate, head and neck, skin, esophageal, gastric, colorectal, anal, bladder, vaginal, cervical, endometrial, pancreatic, renal, thyroid, sarcoma, lymphoma, and others.  Duties include weekly treatment checks on all patients on active radiation treatment to address progress and to manage side effects of radiation and chemotherapy.  Treatment modalities include traditional non-3D, 3D conformal, IMRT and stereotactic radiotherapy.  Assist the radiation oncologist in brachytherapy (HDR) intracavitary procedures for gynecological, rectal, and breast cancers.  Experience in sedating these patients prior to their HDR treatments.  Manage patients in follow up and interpret lab data and radiological studies.  Opportunity to managing a sick patient clinic for all patients managed by physicians. 

• Hematology/Medical Oncology, North Dallas, Texas, Jan 2010-May 2010.

As a physician assistant in medical oncology and hematology, managed patients with a wide rage of malignancies including cancers of the lung, breast, head and neck, esophageal, prostate, cervical, colorectal, lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.  Managed patients with a wide rage of hematological disorders including the myeloproliferative disorders, anemia associated with chronic renal disease, and myelodysplastic syndromes.  Managed side effects from chemotherapy treatment including cytopenias, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea/constipation, infection, hypotension, electrolyte disturbances, and failure to thrive.  Saw patients in follow up care and also helped round at the hospital.  Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests.  Opportunity to manage a coagulation clinic.           

• Hematology/Medical Oncology, Oncology Practice, Idaho   Nov 2004-May 2005.

As a physician assistant in medical oncology and hematology managed patients with a wide range of hematological disorders including anemia, neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia.  Managed patients with iron deficiency, thalassemias, Vit B12 deficiency, folic acid deficiency, hemolytic anemia, cold agglutinin disease, polycythemia vera, essential thrombocytosis, acute and chronic myelogenous leukemia, acute and chronic lymphocytic leukemia, myelodysplastic syndromes, Hodgkin’s and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, multiple myeloma, Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia, idiopathic and thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura, hemolytic-uremic syndrome, myeloproliferative disorders and factor V Leiden deficiency.  A great amount of time was spent detecting, staging, treating and evaluating response to treatment of many types of carcinoma including small cell and non-small cell lung, gastric, pancreatic, colorectal, bladder, testicular, prostate, ovarian, cervical, breast, thyroid cancers, melanoma, and neuroblastoma.  Management of oncological emergencies included spinal cord compression, hypercalcemia, dehydration, malignant effusions, and infectious complications.  Other responsibilities included hospital rounds and weekend call.  Had daily exposure to reading x-ray, CT and MRI films.  Attended a weekly tumor board meeting. 

Procedures performed: bone marrow biopsies, skin biopsies, fine needle aspiration, lumbar puncture, intrathecal administration of chemotherapy and phlebotomy. 

Clinical Training:

•       Emergency Medicine,  large Medical Center, San Bernardino, CA, May-July 2004; Nov 2003.

 Ordered diagnostic labs and studies.  Consulted with specialists.  Interpreted laboratory data, radiographs, and EKG rhythms.  Provided care for individuals in cardiac arrest, arrhythmia, MI, CHF, angina, asthma exacerbations, pneumonias, shock, hypoglycemia, burns, trauma, bone fractures, joint dislocations, lacerations, gun shot wounds, stabbings, animal bites, motor vehicle accidents, industrial accidents, pneumothorax, pregnancy, miscarriage, STDs, HIV, AIDS, bowel obstruction, constipation, kidney stones, cholecystitis, pancreatitis, hepatitis, allergic reactions, viral, bacterial and fungal infections including respiratory and GI tracts, sepsis, anemia, poisoning, seizures, ALOC, meningitis, drug overdose, alcohol intoxication, substance withdrawal, anxiety attacks, and attempted suicide.  Started IV lines, drew blood, placed NG tubes, and took GU cultures.           

Procedures Performed: intubations, lumbar punctures, suturing, stapling, I & D abscesses, dislocation reduction, fracture reduction, splinting, toenail removal, and foreign body removal.

•   Obstetrics and Gynecology, California, April 2004.

 Managed patients in pregnancy, contraception, preeclampsia, STD, UTI, yeast infection, laser hair removal, and circumcision.  Performed Pap smears, breast examination, vaginal cultures, abdominal and vaginal ultrasounds.  Assisted in surgery including cesarean section, D &C, and hysterectomy.    

Procedures Performed: suturing, stapling, and vaginal delivery.

•  Pediatrics, California, March 2004.

Performed newborn and well child physical exams.  Provided care for patients with anemia, viral, bacterial and fungal infections, MRSA, otitis, jaundice, allergic reactions, asthma, and pregnancy.  

Procedures Performed: vaccinations, circumcision.

•         Neurology, California, Feb 2004.

Managed patients with stroke, TIA, migraines, brain tumor, seizures, neuralgia, multiple sclerosis, Bell’s palsy, Horner syndrome, neuropathy, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, bulimia, and fibromyalgia.  Interpreted CT scans, MRIs, and EEGs.  Performed complete neurological exams and electroneuromyography studies.

•   Family Practice/Urgent Care, Kaiser Permanente, California, Jan 2004; Fontana, CA, Sept 2003.

Managed patients with diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, CAD, respiratory infections, sciatica, tendonitis, contraception, UTI, STDs, and erectile dysfunction.  Performed complete physical exams, gynecological exams, and Pap smears.  Interpreted laboratory data, radiographs, and EKG rhythms.  Worked in an after hours urgent care facility and managed patients with lacerations, bone fractures, contusions, abrasions, motor vehicle accidents, and ingrown toenails.   

Procedures Performed: colonoscopy, toenail/fingernail removal, punch biopsy, suturing, stapling, laceration repair with dermabond, lesion removal with liquid nitrogen, I & D abscesses, and cortisone injections. 

•  General Surgery, Pomona, CA, Dec 2003

Assisted in surgeries including mastectomy, lumpectomy, hernia repair, cholecystectomy, bowel resection, colostomy, cystectomy, internal/external hemorrhoidectomy, tumor removal and thyroidectomy.  Interpreted radiographs and CT scans.  Managed patients with gastric ulcers, diverticulitis, Crohn’s disease and IBS. 

Procedures Performed: endoscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, GI biopsy, suturing, stapling, I & D abscesses, wound care, and toenail removal.

• Orthopedics, Orthopedic Medical Group, California, Oct 2003.

Managed patients with bone fractures, dislocations, soft tissue injury, meniscal tears, cruciate ligament tears, frozen shoulder, Dupuytren’s contracture, carpal tunnel, joint effusion, tendonitis, SCFE, nursemaid’s elbow, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and plantar fasciitis.  Assisted in surgery including hip replacement, knee replacement, ORIF, and arthroscopic meniscus repair. Performed sport physicals. 

Procedures Performed: casting, splinting, fracture reduction, suturing, stapling, cortisone injections, and joint aspiration.

Education:

Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA 2004

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies

Idaho State University, Idaho 2002

Bachelor of Science in Zoology

Licenses/Certificates:

DEA License, Current

Texas DPS Registration, Current

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and the Healthcare Provider, 2009

 Texas State Physician Assistant License PA04554, 2005

Idaho State Physician Assistant License PA-526, 2004

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), 2004

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) Training through Western University of Health Sciences, 2003

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2003

Certified Personal Trainer, National Gym Association, 2001

Universal First Aid, 2001

Honors/Awards:

Dean’s List, Idaho State University, 2001

Eagle Scout Award, Boy Scouts of America, 1998 

Please send me more information on this candidate

Published Physician Resume by Medical Search Group