Permanent address
Lakewood OH, 44107
KERRY E. COLATRUGLIO, PA-S
Contact Information
Phone: 216-***-****
E-mail: **************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE To provide comprehensive patient care as a Physician Assistant in any field, but with a particular interest in Emergency Medicine or a surgical subspecialty.
EDUCATION OHIO DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY – COLUMBUS, OHIO Expected Graduation: December 6th, 2019
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies Cumulative GPA: 3.823 THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY – COLUMBUS, OHIO
Bachelor of Science—Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Graduation: May 7th, 2017
Major: Health Sciences; Minor: Biology Cum Laude CLINICAL
EXPERIENCE
GENERAL SURGERY, CLEVELAND CLINIC – CLEVELAND OHIO KRISTIN BREZOVAR, PA-C
Performed first assist responsibilities in over 35 operations within several surgical specialties including general, orthopedics, and gynecology
Gained experience with numerous skills such as placing Foley catheters, suturing, and operating the scope in laparoscopic procedures
EMERGENCY MEDICINE, AVITA HEALTH SYSTEMS – ONTARIO, OH SEAN WEAVER, PA-C
Assessed and examined over 180 patients
Collaborated with my preceptor to develop and implement appropriate treatment plans and dispositions
Performed technical procedures such as suturing and casting/splinting
Gained experience with ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies PLASTIC SURGERY, OHIO HEALTH – MANSFIELD, OH RAFAEL VILLALOBOS, DO
Observed and assisted in surgical cases ranging from breast reconstruction to skin grafts
Gained experience in diagnosing and treating various skin conditions
Performed injections and assisted with punch, excisional, and shave biopsies PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT, CLEVELAND CLINIC – FAIRVIEW, OH R JASON ADAMS, MD
Assessed and examined over 100 patients
Performed various clinical skills such as suturing, subungual nail trephination, nerve blocks, joint reductions, and assisting with lumbar punctures
Assisted with ordering appropriate diagnostic studies and interpreting the results
Developed appropriate treatment plans and properly educated patients and their families CARDIOLOGY, ST. RITA MEDICAL CENTER – LIMA, OH MARK BUETTNER, PA-C
Collaborated with my preceptor to provide consultative services in the hospital
Participated in the management of patients with complex medical problems while gaining experience with proper documentation and placing orders
Observed several procedures including pericardiocentesis, TEE with cardioversion, and cardiac catheterization with PCI
Practiced interpreting various diagnostic studies such as EKGs, chest x-rays, CT scans, echocardiograms, and cardiac catheterizations
CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY, MERCY HEALTH—SPRINGFIELD HEART HOUSE SURENDER NERAVETLA, MD
Trained in cardiothoracic-focused OR first-assist skills including knot tying, placing and removing chest tubes, suturing, retraction, advancing Swan-Ganz catheters, sterile prep and draping, and intubation
Observed and assisted in harvesting saphenous vein grafts
Participated in over 35 procedures, including CABG, valve replacements, and carotid/femoral endarterectomies
Medically managed post-operative patients in the cardiovascular ICU and cardiac step-down units in collaboration with my preceptor
BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE, ST. JOSEPH ORPHANAGE – CINCINNATI, OH AMANDA KALFAS, PA-C
Collected comprehensive histories of new patients and helped conduct psychosocial assessments
Assisted in the management of acute and chronic psychiatric illnesses and provided education to patients and their families
Helped formulate appropriate treatment plans and adjusted patient medications FAMILY MEDICINE – COLUMBUS, OH SCOTT STEWART, PA-C WOMEN’S HEALTH – COLUMBUS, OH
EMERGENCY MEDICINE, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN – ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN ONCOLOGY, CLEVELAND CLINIC – CLEVELAND, OH
CERTIFICATIONS
& MEMBERSHIPS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider, American Heart Association expires: 9/2020
Basic Life Support Provider, American Heart Association expires: 6/2021
Ohio Association of Physician Assistants, Student Member
The Student Academy of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (SAAAPA), General Member WORK
EXPERIENCE
INDEPENDENT HEALTH CARE PROVIDER AUG 2016 – DEC 2018
Serve as an aide for a client who has cerebral palsy, hydrocephalus, a cognitive impairment, and a cortical visual impairment. Assist with basic activities such as using the bathroom, eating, getting dressed, and bathing, as well as completing his daily physical therapy exercises.
Work with client’s team of providers to improve his daily functioning while creating a safe and comfortable environment.
OHIO-AT-HOME HEALTHCARE AGENCY: HOME HEALTH AIDE FEB 2016 – DEC 2016
Serve as an aide for numerous clients with disabilities ranging from autism to cerebral palsy and polio.
Assist with daily activities such as housekeeping, grocery shopping, preparing meals, or finding means of transportation, as well as personal services such as bathing, dressing, and using the bathroom.
Create a safe and comfortable environment
Record patient information, noting any changes in their condition. REFERENCES Available upon request.