Danielle DeMarco, MHS, PA-C

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Malden, MA 02148

Phone: 203-***-****

email: ac0ctm@r.postjobfree.com

Education:

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Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA

1999 B.S. Exercise Science and Nutritional Science

University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT

Professional Experience:

2011-present Tufts New England Medical Center: Boston, MA – Physician Assistant

Provide pre and post operative care to general and bariatric surgical patients

2003-2011 Fairfield County Bariatrics & Surgical Specialists: Norwalk, CT – Physician Assistant

Provide pre and post operative care to general and bariatric surgical patients, as well cosmetic procedures such as Botox and Juvederm

2008-2010 St. Vincent’s Medical Center: Bridgeport, CT – Physician Assistant

First assist in otolaryngology surgeries as well as provide pre and post operative care to patients

2000-2001Oetting Stebbins Physical Therapy: Greenwich, CT – Physical Therapy Aide

Advised patients on proper exercise techniques prescribed by PT’s

1999-2000Peak Physique of Greenwich: Greenwich, CT – Personal Trainer

Developed and implemented exercise programs for various individuals

1999 Tampa Palms Golf and Country Club: Tampa, FL – Intern

Personal trainer

Conducted fitness assessments

Established a children’s fitness program

1996-1999Center for Health Fitness: University of Connecticut; Storrs, CT Personal trainer

Specialized in training older adults, with goals of losing weight and maintaining strength

Manager of campus Fitness Shop

Developed incentive programs for students

Maintained member safety and satisfaction

Cardiovascular Cross-training Instructor

Directed and developed a resistance and cardiovascular and cross-training program for middle aged adults and seniors

Clinical Experience:

6/2002-5/2003

Emergency Medicine: St. Francis Hospital; New Castle, PA

Preceptor: John Luellen, M.D.

Examined and assessed patients, started IV’s, sutured lacerations, placed catheters and NG tubes

Women’s Health: Coastal OB/GYN; Panama City, FL

Preceptor: John Maceluch, D.O.

First assisted in gynecological surgeries, C-sections, performed vaginal deliveries, started catheters, and examined patients in office/clinic

General Surgery: Western Pennsylvania Hospital; Pittsburgh, PA

Preceptor: Philip F. Caushaj, M.D.

Assisted in hernia repairs, colectomies, mastectomies, cholecystectomies and other surgical procedures, performed pre and post-operative evaluations

Primary Care: North Suburban Family Health Center; Allison Park, PA

Preceptor: Margaret Kush, M.D.

Performed H&Ps, treatment plans, sutured minor lacerations, administered shots and blood draws

Orthopedics: Tri-Rivers Surgical Associates; Pittsburgh, PA

Preceptor: Michael Fitzgerald, PA-C

Assisted in orthopedic surgeries, read x-rays, performed exams, applied splints and casts, and administered steroid injections

General Surgery: Norwalk Hospital; Norwalk, CT

Preceptor: Kathleen LaVorgna, M.D.

First assisted in a variety of surgical procedures raging from anal fistulotomy to gastric bypass procedures, in addition to being responsible for surgical inpatient care and follow up

Primary Care: Soundview Medical Associates; Norwalk, CT

Preceptor: Tao-Nan Chi, M.D.

Examined and assessed patients, performed immigration H&Ps, performed blood draws and administered PPDs

Psychiatry: Sharon Behavior Health Services; Hermitage, PA

Preceptor: Michael Reichart, M.A.

Observed psychiatric assessments, performed psychiatric intakes and ran various group therapy sessions

Dermatology: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; Pittsburgh, PA

Preceptor: Douglas Kress, M.D.

Examined and assessed patients with various dermatologic conditions, assisted and performed cryotherapy, shave excisions and punch biopsies

Pediatrics: Pediatrics Care of North Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh, PA

Preceptor: Amerigo Ceccarelli, M.D.

Examined, assessed and administered immunizations to infants and children of various ages

Teaching/ Research Experience:

2012-present EMPOWER/ReCharge Clinical Trial: Vagal Blocking for Obesity Control: Boston, MA Study coordinator for and Enteromedics sponsored study researching an experimental medical device for weight loss

2012-2015 Peripheral Blood Cells, Inflammation and Weight Loss: Boston, MA

Study coordinator in an NIH sponsored study investigating the changes in blood cells with weight loss and the impact on heart disease

2012-2015 Gastrointestinal tissue acquisition in subjects undergoing elective gastric bypass surgery: Boston, MA

Study coordinator in a Pfizer sponsored study looking at the development of new diabetic medications and investigating how medications that are absorbed by the body and how they affect blood pressure

2012-2014 Human subcutaneous and visceral adipose collection with associated blood samples: Boston, MA

Study coordinator in a Pfizer sponsored study looking at the development of future diabetic medicaions

2008-2011 APEX Study: Fairfield, CT

Study coordinator in an Allergan sponsored study looking at post-operative date in patients who have the AP Lap-Band

2007-2011 LBMI Study: Fairfield, CT

Study coordinator in an Allergan sponsored study looking at pre and post operative date in Lap-Band patients with a low body mass index

2006-2008 Maveric: Bridgeport, CT

Assisted in data collection in an Allergan sponsored study looking at post operative data in Lap-Band patients

2003 Genesis House of Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh, PA

Supervisor: Carol McMahon

Genesis of Pittsburgh, Inc. is a licensed social service and adoption agency dealing with distressed, pregnant women and teens. Genesis provides support and guidance to women with unplanned pregnancies offering a complete range of services including adoption, counseling, housing, provision of practical assistance, and referrals.

Role: Educated pregnant women and teens on the presence of fever in infants and children; when is a fever too high, when to consult a clinician and what to do. Goal being, to improve the knowledge of these women and attain statistical data for publication.

1999 Human Performance Laboratory: University of Connecticut; Storrs, CT

Supervisor: Dr. Carl Maresh

Assisted in data collection for research studying the effects of exercise on women in the military

Assessed vital signs

Supervised training sessions

Honors/Awards/Achievements:

2016 Tufts Medical Center True Blue Recipient

1997-1999Golden Key National Honor Society, University of Connecticut; Storrs, CT

1998 Biography published in “The National Dean’s List”

1995-1996 Dean’s List, University of Connecticut; Storrs, CT

Volunteer Experience:

2009-present Make a Wish Foundation: Monroe, CT - Volunteer

Non-profit organization that provides wishes to terminally ill children and their families

2001-2003Global Links: Pittsburgh, PA – Volunteer

Non-profit organization that distributes medical supplies to third world countries

2001-2003Pittsburgh AIDS Taskforce: Pittsburgh, PA – Volunteer

An organization that provides knowledge and funding for people suffering from AIDS

2000-2001Norwalk Hospital/ Westport Emergency Medical Service: Westport, CT Volunteer Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Assisted in-home and local emergency medical situations

Conference:

2002Poster board presentation: Pregnancy and Parenting Education.

American Academy of Physician Assistants – National Conference

New Orleans, LA

Organizations:

American Academy of Physician Assistants

American College of Sports Medicine

American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons

Phi Sigma Pi National Honors Fraternity

Certifications/ Licensure:

ACLS

NCCPA

CT

MA

References: Available upon request

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