Thao N. Nguyen, MCMs, PA-C

**** ******** ******* *** *** Macon, GA 31210

acufyn@r.postjobfree.com

706-***-****

EDUCATION

Master of Clinical Medical Science Degree, Physician Assistant Certificate, Barry University, Miami Shores, FL (December 2011)

Bachelor of Family and Consumer Science in Nutrition Science, University of Georgia, Athens, GA (2007)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Georgia Neurosurgical Institute, Macon, GA (March 2013- present)

Physician Assistant- Certified, Neurosurgery

Seeing hospital consults including history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting appropriate imaging studies and medications

Rounding on post op patients, discharge summaries

First assist in OR in craniotomies, lumbar, thoracic and cervical cases

Management and treatment of ICU patients

Bedside procedures including SEPS unit, EVD, and ICP monitor, Lumbar punctures, Cervical traction/tongs, halo

Piedmont Orthopaedics Sports Complex, Macon, GA (September 2012- January 2013)

Physician Assistant- Certified, Neurosurgery

First assist in all neuro-spine cases including minimally invasive endoscopic surgeries and traditional open spine surgeries, closing duties

Rounding on post-op patients

Perform history and physicals and ordering appropriate labs/imaging studies

Bola Sogade, MD, LLC, Macon/Warner Robins, GA (April 2012- July 2012)

Physician Assistant-Certified, OB/GYN

Perform history and physicals pertaining to obstetrical and gynecological needs

Formulate appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan, and patient education

Clinical exam skills include pap smears, pelvic exams, breast exams and colposcopies

Athens Area Dermatology, Athens, GA (2007-2009)

Office Assistant/Front office and back office

Assist physician in all office needs including: triage patients, assist in surgeries, call in prescription refills as requested by physician, checking insurance eligibility, obtaining prior authorization for office visits, and patient education.

Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth, Los Angeles, CA (2008)

Health Assistant for a summer program, duties include: working alongside nurse to assess student illnesses and minor injuries, and dispensing medications according to standing orders

CERTIFICATIONS

BCLS certification by the American Heart Association

ACLS certification by the American Heart Association

ORGANIZATIONS

Georgia Academy of Physician Assistants (2010-present)

American Academy of Physician Assistants (2009-present)

Florida Academy of Physician Assistants (2009-2011)

Barry University Physician Assistant Class Historian (2009- 2011)

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