Kathryn Virant

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EDUCATION University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas

Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, GPA: 3.93 July 2016 - August 2018

Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas

Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology, GPA: 3.75 Magna Cum Laude August 2012 - May 2015

CERTIFICATIONS Physician Assistant National Certification PANCE scheduled for 08/25/2018

American Heart Association Basic Life Support Exp: 12/2018

American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Exp: 12/2018

American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support Exp: 01/2020

NREMT EMT-B Certification #: E3207322 Exp: 03/2020

TDSHS EMT-B Certification #: 146444 Exp: 08/2019

CLINICAL PEDIATRICS & WOMEN’S HEALTH

ROTATIONS Katy RMCH, Katy, TX

Preceptor: Melony Hicks, WHCNP June 2018

Luv-N-Care Pediatrics, Cypress, TX

Preceptor: Dr. Ambreen Aslam April 2018

Experience: well child check, URI, OM, asthma, UTI, gastroenteritis, FTT, jaundice, reflux, VUR, ADHD

MEDICINE

Hamilton Medical Clinic - Internal Medicine, Dallas, TX

Preceptor: Dr. Steve Johnson March 2017

Experience: management of chronic conditions, preventative medicine, acute complaints, minor procedures

Nathan Cardiology, Webster, TX

Preceptor: Dr. Nathan Periyanan February 2018

Experience: Afib, HTN, CAD, angina, exercise & nuclear stress tests, ECHO, cardioversion, angiography

Houston Pulmonology Medicine, Webster, TX

Preceptor: Dr. Sandeep Gupta January 2018

Experience: OSA, asthma/COPD, PE, pneumonia, lung nodules, ARDS, ICU/CCU multidisciplinary care

EMERGENCY MEDICINE & SURGERY

Houston Methodist TMC General Surgery, Houston, TX

Preceptor: Natalie Ware, PA-C, Dr. Patrick Reardon November 2017

Notable Cases: Roux-en-Y, sleeve gastrectomy, LINX, inguinal & umbilical hernias (minimally invasive)

20 Total Cases, 12 First Assist Cases

College Station Medical Center ER, College Station, TX

Preceptor: Anna Holub, PA-C October 2017

Experience: chest pain, abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, headaches, stroke, fever, AMS, trauma

Memorial Hermann TMC Cardiothoracic Surgery, Houston, TX

Preceptor: Barbi Witz, PA-C September 2017

Notable Cases: heart & lung transplants, CABG/EVH, valve replacements, LVAD implantation, VATS

17 Total Cases, 9 First Assist Cases

PRIMARY CARE

Katy VA Hospital, Katy, TX

Preceptor: Dr. Swapna Gupta August 2017

Experience: preventative medicine, management of chronic conditions, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder

Pezzia & Associates Internal Medicine, Katy, TX

Preceptor: Renee Dodd, PA-C July 2017

Experience: preventative medicine, sports physicals, management of chronic conditions, acute complaints

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Orthopedics, Sugar Land, TX

Preceptor: Stephen Melancon, PA-C, Dr. Dean Dominy June 2017

Notable Cases: joint arthroscopy, various ORIF’s, shoulder and hip replacement, laminectomy

33 Total Cases, 23 First Assist Cases

HEALTHCARE PMR Medical

EXPERIENCE Occupational Health Specialist & EMT-B March 2016 - June 2016

Performed emergency care and occupation health for Weitz Construction employees at the Park West Construction Project in College Station, TX

Texas A&M University EMS

EMT-B August 2015 - December 2016

Performed patient care at the basic life support level at university sponsored events

Texas A&M University Student Health Services

Nursing Assistant December 2014 - May 2016

Obtained patient vitals and performed initial patient interview as well as approved procedures

St. Joseph’s Family Medicine, Bryan, Texas

Shadow January 2014 - December 2014

Observed and assisted PA Jill Whitley in a clinical setting

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery of Denton, Denton, Texas

Shadow December 2013 - December 2014

Observed Dr. Tung Cai and PA Rachal Bewers in the OR during CABGs, a pneumonectomy, and an epicardial lead placement with the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System

Assisted PA Rachal Bewers in clinic for peri-operative visits & during patient rounds in the CVICU

Orthopedic Specialists of North Texas, Denton, Texas

Shadow January 2013

Observed and assisted Dr. Eric Eifler and PA Tyler Jefferson in a clinical setting

PROFESSIONAL American College Health Association, Speaker June 2017

ORGANIZATIONS

Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants, Member January 2017 - Present

Attending conference in May, 2018

The National Society of Leadership and Success, Member January 2017 - Present

Nominated by faculty for the University of Texas Medical Branch Chapter

American Academy of Physician Assistants, Member September 2015 - Present

Texas Academy of Physician Assistants, Member & Speaker January 2014 - Present

Legislative Affairs Committee Member, 2017 - 2018

Led UTMB students and participated in PA Day at the Capitol, 2017

UTMB Student Representative, 2016 - 2018

Attended 9 total conferences

Future Aggie Physician Assistants, Member August 2012 - May 2015

Officer Position: Events Coordinator, 2013 - 2014

Founded and coordinated small groups in the organization to promote peer interaction

Planned events including TAPA conferences, suture clinics, CPR courses, profit shares, etc.

Texas A&M Emergency Care Team, Member January 2014 - December 2014

SERVICE PA Day at the Capitol, Austin, Texas

UTMB Student Representative April 2017

Motivated, organized, and prepared UTMB students to attend and lobby for current PA issues

Communicated the importance of TAPA’s Legislative Agenda to legislative officials

Discussed how the proposed bills would benefit PA practice and the heath care delivered to the patient population of Texas

Tooth Project, Galveston, Texas

Volunteer Dental Health Presenter February 2017

Communicated the importance of dental health to elementary school classes

Taught the students how to practice proper dental hygiene skills

St. Vincent’s Clinic, Galveston, Texas

Volunteer Provider September 2016 - Present

Perform a medical interview, physical exam, and determining treatment plan with Provider supervision

Provide medical care at no cost to the underprivileged population of Galveston

Boys and Girls Club of America, Bryan, Texas

Volunteer and Mentor January 2013 - November 2014

Engaged with local elementary school aged children by playing games and helping with homework

Sports for Kids, Texas A&M University

Member January 2013 - December 2013

Interacted with elementary school aged children at camps

Encouraged sports and an active lifestyle

Enabled local children to attend collegiate sporting events

Brazos Valley Sports Medicine, College Station, Texas

Volunteer August 2012 - May 2014

Assisted with documentation and general office duties

Directed patients through basic therapy exercises

St. Philip’s Catholic Church Vacation Bible School, Flower Mound, Texas

Crew Leader July 2008 - July 2013

Led a group of elementary aged children through different stations (crafts, games, etc.)

HONORS & Alpha Eta Honor Society, University of Texas Medical Branch November 2017 - August 2018

AWARDS School of Health Professions Dean’s List, University of Texas Medical Branch August 2016 - August 2018

PA Class of 2018 TAPA Representative, University of Texas Medical Branch August 2016 - August 2018

Interprofessional Scholar, University of Texas Medical Branch January 2017 - August 2018

Magna Cum Laude Graduate, Texas A&M University May 2015

President's Endowed Scholarship Recipient, Texas A&M University August 2012 - May 2015

Biomedical Science Distinguished Student Award, Texas A&M University December 2012

Leadership Award, Denton County Texas A&M Club May 2012

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