Nurse Practitioner Registered

ESTRELLA LOPEZ LARA, MS,ARNP

**** ****** *** **** ***** CITY, FL 33563

CELL# 813-***-****

FL ARNP# 2566422

NPI#165*******

PERSONAL

I am a Family Nurse Practitioner with emphasis in Women’s Health with experience in direct patient care and health education. I am very motivated in joining a growing medical practice that will allow me to continue promoting wellness and a preventive medicine model. I am bilingual, Spanish/English and have 20years experience in Internal medicine and Women’s healthcare and am looking forward to applying my knowledge and skills in a new setting. I am open to employment that requires mild traveling.

EDUCATION

1993-1995 Masters in Science (ARNP), University of South Florida, Tampa 1989-1991 Associate in Science (RN), St. Petersburg Comm. College, Florida 1982-1991 Bachelor in Science (Psych.), Minor in Biology, Univ. of South Florida 1985-1986 Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Erwin Voc-Tech, Tampa EMPLOYMENT

2015-current ARNP, Centro Medicos las Americas, 7206 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa Tel#813-***-**** Dr. Cabaleiro: 786-***-****

Protocol physician: Juan Fernandez Maceiro, MD

I was employed part time as a FNP under an Internal Medicine protocol. I also performed Well woman exams, school and sport physicals and all duties within an ARNP scope of practice. I was notified of the clinic closing its doors on March 30th, but was laid off on March 14th 2016. 2010-2015 ARNP, HealthLink Assoc. 4144 N. Armenia Ave. Tampa, Florida. Tel#. 954-***-****

I worked under an Internal Medicine protocol with Dr. Brunel Joseph and J.A. Pierre, MD I performed all duties within an ARNP scope of practice and within parameters of office protocols. Duties included but were not limited to: Skin shave biopsies, suturing minor lacerations, I.V. therapy for hydration, antibiotic therapy and osteoporosis therapy. I performed all well women exams and also treated mild acute triage patients. Other duties included: Complete history and physicals on new and established patients, appropriate diagnosing and ordering of diagnostic tests and medications as indicated. I also initiated in office treatment for: COPD exacerbation, CHF, acute Asthma episodes, mild to moderate hypoglycemic events and mild to moderate pain due to trauma. I also managed Coumadin clinic and educated patients with nutrition and medication review. Patient education included: Managing diabetes, nutrition review, health and wellness review, medication review to include natural, supplement and homeopathic medications. As a bilingual NP, all education I made available in Spanish and English and could include patient family or caregiver.

2008-2009 ARNP, Meditech Medical Center, Sterling Ave., Tampa I worked under a Family Medicine protocol with Dr. Leonel Camejo, Tel# 813-***-**** I performed routine physical exams and all duties within the ARNP scope of practice. I examined 15-20 patients daily and covered an array of chronic diagnoses such as: Diabetes type 2, chronic hypertension, thyroid disease states and management, chronic mild to moderate pain, chronic asthma, COPD and CHF patients. I also brought on board the Hillsborough County Breast and Cervical Screening program, offering women 50-64 years of age access to free pap smears and mammograms. I have been involved with this program for Over 6 yrs.

2006-2008 OWNER/CEO: Tampa Women’s Wellness Ctr, PA I owned and operated TWWC located at 800 W. Dr. M.L.King, Jr. Blvd Suite 2, Tampa,FL This center serviced women from teenage through menopausal stage of life. The emphasis centered on a wholistic approach to women’s healthcare. The office incorporated integrative medicine, therapeutic massage therapy, weight management classes as well as medical interventions. Routine Gynecological and physical exams were offered as well as free pap smears through the Hillsborough County Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program grant. I managed a staff of 5 and had supervisory physician protocol. 2003-2005 ARNP, James Brookins, M.D. Internal Medicine Retired Performed all duties under an Internal Medicine protocol, part time employment with physician. I was responsible for 10-12 patients daily, performed routine physicals and managed chronic disease states, ordered diagnostic testing and appropriate medications as indicated. Served as community health liaison and managed Diabetic education clinic. I assisted in organizing 5-6 community health fairs yearly that included Diabetes, cholesterol and vision screenings and community involvement with the Moffitt Cancer Center’s Lifetime Cancer Screening Mammography bus and other local community entities. 1998-2005 ARNP, Emile C. Commedore, M.D. (Gyn & Infertility), Tampa,Fl. Retired As a Nurse Practitioner, I performed all duties within the Gyn physician protocol in the office. This included complete physical exams, well woman exams, ordering diagnostic and blood tests, minor office procedures and prescribing medications as indicated. I reviewed and maintained all abnormal result records and followed up on patient calls and triage situations. I also taught small groups and reviewed Diabetes and nutrition education monthly. 1996-1998 ARNP, Ignacio Armas, M.D. (OB/GYN and Assoc.),116 Parsons Park Dr. Brandon 1503 W. Reynolds St. Plant City, Florida Tel#: 813-***-**** Office with emphasis on Women’s health care, obstetrics and teen health through menopausal stage. I cared for patients under an OB-Gyn protocol and performed all duties as an ARNP including but not limited to: ordering diagnostic tests, performing complete physical exams, pap smears, minor Gyn procedures and I managed abnormal lab results and conducted follow up. Other duties included triaging calls, routine health and wellness education and I was also trained and certified in Incontinence care and treatment. 1991-1995 RN, Tampa General Hospital, Davis Island, Tampa, Florida As a Registered Nurse, I worked 2 years in the Gyn-Oncology and Medical-Surgical unit. I was certified in Chemotherapy protocols and administered Chemo I.V meds as indicated. I performed all duties required and under the scope of practice as a Registered Nurse with direct patient care contact. In 1993, I transferred to the Labor and Delivery High Risk Unit and worked directly with Attending Physicians and medical residents. My duties included caring for preterm labor patients, Labor and Delivery set up, neonatal care and circulating in the operating room when necessary for a Cesarean section. Care for post- partum and post C- section patients as needed.

1987-1990 LPN, Emile C. Commedore, MD (OB/GYN), Tampa, Fl. Retired Assisted physician with back office minor surgical procedures, phlebotomy and direct patient care within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse. Duties included: Triaging calls, maintaining abnormal lab result records and following up with patients. I also assisted with ordering supplies and maintain g current billing information including ICD-9 codes and insurance accuracy for office.

LICENSURE

FL. ARNP 2566422

Licensure, prescriptive privilege and liability insurance have always been in good standing. LANGUAGES

Complete fluency in English and Spanish

Able to teach classes and translate documents in English and Spanish CONTINUING EDUCATION

CEDH Clinical Homeopathy Training Course 2013-2014, Ft. Lauderdale, Fl November 2013-June 2014, awarded 92 AMA PRA Cat. 1 credits BLS for Healthcare Providers: current expiration date 04/2017 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

October 15, 2009: Recognized in the Proceedings and Debates of the 111th Congress, first session by Congresswoman Kathy Castor. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month for Community service and Hispanic Outreach and Advocacy.

AFFILIATIONS

H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center, 2006-2011 Member: Hispanic Advisory Board, goals included decreasing disparities in healthcare at the Moffitt Cancer Center and surrounding communities. Health Fair planning committee member

Faces of Courage, 2006- current: ARNP/Volunteer camp nurse for overnight campers during cancer camps for women and children diagnosed with Cancer and other blood disorders. Health educator. Assist camp Director and CEO Peggie Sherry with fundraising and grant writing. WEDU Public T.V., Channel 16, Tampa, 2006-2009: Planning committee member for Speaking of Women’s Health annual event with over 1,000 attendees. Medical professional volunteer for health screenings and speaker presentations.

Sisters Network of Tampa Bay, 2006-2010: Medical/Health Advisor, Health Educator, Medical provider and grant writer.

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