Physician Assistant Medical
Resume:
Kristen Price
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EDUCATION
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA.
Graduation Date: December 2012
Master of Physician Assistant Studies
Cumulative GPA: 3.9/4.0
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI.
Graduation Date: May 2010
Bachelor of Science
Nutritional Sciences Major
Cumulative GPA: 3.67/4.0
HONORS/AWARDS
Graduated Cum Laude with Honors from Michigan State University May 2010
Dean’s List - 7/8 Semesters May 2007 - May 2010
National Society of Collegiate Scholars Member August 2008 - May 2010
Gamma Sigma Alpha National Academic Honor Society Member August 2008 - May 2010
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Elk County Medical Associates, St. Marys, PA.
Clinical Student, Family Medicine Practice May/June 2012
• Evaluated and managed acute and chronic disease processes in a rural outpatient practice
Veterans Affairs (VA) Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.
Clinical Student, Geriatrics Department March/April 2012
• Actively participated in the Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center (GRECC) lectures
• Performed comprehensive geriatric assessments at the GRECC outpatient clinic
• Managed home-bound patients’ chronic illnesses through regular house visits
VA Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA.
Clinical Student, Internal Medicine Department February/March 2012
• Performed comprehensive pre-operative evaluations on patients with complex medical histories
• Participated in the optimization and management of patients prior to elective surgical procedures
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Presbyterian, Pittsburgh, PA.
Clinical Student, General/Trauma Surgery Department November/December 2012
• Evaluated and managed acute surgical patients in the intensive care and ambulatory care units
• First- and second-assisted in multiple general and trauma surgery cases, to include laparoscopic
hernia repair, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, exploratory laparotomy, and gastrostomy placement
UPMC Shadyside, Pittsburgh, PA.
Clinical Student, Neurosurgical Oncology Department October/November 2012
• Evaluated and managed neuro-oncology patients in the outpatient and inpatient setting
• First- and second-assisted in multiple craniotomies, biopsies, and shunt placements/revisions
Euro Obstetrics and Gynecology, Canton, OH.
Clinical Student, Obstetrics and Gynecology Practice September/October 2012
• Evaluated and managed obstetric and gynecologic patients in an inpatient and outpatient setting
• First- and second-assisted in various obstetrical and gynecological surgeries and procedures
UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Community Pediatrics, Pittsburgh, PA.
Clinical Student, Pediatrics Outpatient Clinic June/July 2012
• Evaluated and managed common acute complaints in the pediatric population
UPMC Mercy, Pittsburgh, PA.
Clinical Student, Psychiatry Department January/February 2012
• Managed patients with psychiatric disorders in an inpatient setting
Beaumont Hospital, Detroit, MI.
Nursing Assistant, Nursing Resource Pool/Medical Surgical Unit June 2008 - December 2011
• Provided daily care for patients on a variety of units, including Medical Surgical, Oncology,
Pediatrics, Rehabilitation, Labor and Delivery, and Orthopedics
Atria Senior Living Facility, Macomb, MI.
June 2007 – August 2007
Personal Care Assistant/Medication Technician
• Provided daily care for residents, including assistance with ADLs, transfers, and feeding
• Dispensed, monitored, and recorded scheduled medications to residents
Independent Opportunities of Michigan, Utica, MI.
June 2006 - August 2006
• Served as caregiver to autistic children to provide respite for their families
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
PalPITTations Acapella Group, Pittsburgh, PA. August 2011 - Present
• Active member of the University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences vocal group
• Participate in performances that benefit various charities and hospitals in the Pittsburgh area
Relay for Life, Pittsburgh, PA. July 2011
• Participated in Relay for Life activities to benefit charity and represent the University of
Pittsburgh Physician Assistant Program
Race for the Cure, Pittsburgh, PA. May 2011
• Volunteered in the Race for the Cure 5K to benefit charity and represent the University of
Pittsburgh Physician Assistant Program
Sparrow Hospital Pediatric Rehabilitation Camp, East Lansing, MI. September 2009
• Cared for mentally and physically handicapped children
• Responsible for morning and nighttime care in addition to supervision during daily activities
Collegiate Scholars Mentor Program, East Lansing, MI. September 2008 - May 2009
• Mentored and tutored children in Mathematics, Science, and English at an inner-city elementary
school
SKILLS
BLS and ACLS Certification
EpicCare and PowerChart Training and Experience
ACTIVITIES
Pennsylvania Society of Physician Assistants (PSPA) – Student Member
American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) – Student Member
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