Work:
Wood Army Medical Clinic - Daegu, South Korea
Primary Care Manager
Camp Carroll Troop Medical Clinic - Daegu, South Korea
Clinic Director/ Primary Care Manager
Darnall Army Medical Center - Fort Hood, TX
Battalion Aeromedical Physician Assistant/Primary Care Manager
Darnall Army Medical Center - Fort Hood, TX
Battalion Physician Assistant/Primary Care Manager
Education:
University of Phoenix - Phoenix, AZ
Masters in Adult Education and Training
University of Nebraska - Omaha, NE
Masters in Physician Assistant Studies
University of Nebraska - Omaha, NE
Bachelor in Physician Assistant Studies
Military:
Rank: CaptainL.i.location.original
Skills:
Extensive practice in the area of dermatology including shave, excisional, and punch biopsies, treatment of acne and pseudobarbae folliculitis, steroid injections for the treatment of alopecia, keloid scars, and psoriasis; chemical peels, Botox injections for hyperhidrosis, cryotherapy, electrodessication, and some training on laser hair removal. Diagnose and treat common urgent care problems including URIs, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, pharyngitis, mononucleosis, asthma exacerbations, UTIs, otitis media, and eczema, conjunctivitis, corneal abrasions, migraines, gastroenteritis, fractures/dislocations, allergic reactions. Experienced in the management of chronic medical illness such as but not limited to: diabetes mellitus, chronic bronchitis, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, heart failure, obesity chronic pain syndromes, thyroid disease, cirrhosis, and chemical dependency. Procedures: I&Ds, closure of wounds via sutures, staples, and Dermabond; wound and skin care, injections, aseptic and isolation techniques, venipuncture, initiation of intravenous infusions, placement of NG tubes, collection of cultures, arterial blood draws, CPR, placement of catheters, eye examination using fluorescein and Woods light. Order and interpret diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, imaging studies, and special diagnostic studies. Experience with pediatrics and adolescent medicine including well child/adolescent exams, screening sports physicals, infant care and nutrition, disorders of the bladder and bowel, the effective management of ADHD, eating disorders, and childhood behavioral problems. Womens health including Papanicolaou cytology smears, wet mount and KOH prep, evaluation and management of abnormal uterine bleeding, menopause, osteoporosis, contraceptive initiation and surveillance as well as basic obstetric care. The ability to focus on mental health as it effects physiological well-being. The skill to work in a diverse and multicultural environment, with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds. Strengths: Commitment to lifelong learning, diligence, integrity, attention to detail, and working well with patients and staff.