Caroline Olson, PA-C
Houston, TX 77006
acyvbu@r.postjobfree.com
EDUCATION Baylor College of Medicine Houston, TX
Master of Science: Physician Assistant Studies December 2016
Graduated with Highest Honors (top 15% of class)
Henry D. McIntosh Award Recipient given to the student who, in the opinion of classmates and faculty, has
achieved the highest degree of academic excellence and service and who best exemplifies the concept of a PA
Baylor College of Medicine National School of Tropical Medicine Houston, TX
Diploma of Tropical Medicine July 2016
The University of Kansas Lawrence, KS
Bachelor of Arts in Human Biology May 2013
Phi Beta Kappa
Graduated with Highest Distinction
University Honors Program Graduate
Lambda Sigma Community Service Society, President
Family Practice Rotation Childress Regional Medical Center 8 weeks
CLINICAL
EXPERIENCES
Examined, presented, implemented treatment plans, and wrote notes for over 400 patients ranging from
newborn to geriatric patients, including OB patients, and provided follow up of laboratory or imaging findings
Performed various outpatient procedures including arthrocenteses, IUD insertion, and removal of various
benign and malignant dermatologic conditions
Examined, diagnosed, and treated patients in the ER, monitored labor, and delivered infants in L&D
Internal Medicine Outpatient Rotation Midtown Medical Group 4 weeks
Examined, wrote notes, places orders, and managed patients with a variety of chronic illnesses requiring
frequent appointments, as well as patients with acute complaints.
Implemented preventative health screenings and immunizations, and interpreted laboratory and imaging data
Geriatrics Rotation Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center 4 weeks
Managed chronic illnesses, discussed quality of life issues, and provided home visits for patients ages 75-105
Completed a one week rotation managing chronic wounds due to diabetes, venous stasis, etc.
Internal Medicine Inpatient Rotation Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center 8 weeks
Presented, examined, created treatment plans, and wrote progress notes for patients with a variety of common
illnesses including COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, pulmonary embolisms, GI bleeds, etc.
Coordinated patient care with consult teams, pathologists, and radiologists
PROFESSIONAL Certified Nurse Aide Wichita, KS
EXPERIENCE Via Christi St. Francis Hospital October, 2013 May 2014
Assisted patients in the general medical unit with activities of daily living as patient needs require
Obtained vital signs and blood sugar levels, recorded input and output levels to maintain patient health
Certified Nurse Aide Durban, South Africa
Ukukhanya AIDS & HIV Life Care Center July and August 2012
Assisted nurses in transfers and transportation of residents and aided in performing activities of daily living
Provided daily physical therapy for residents to improve muscle strength and mobility
Shadowed doctors and nurses in a nearby AIDS hospital to obtain firsthand experience with many ailments
associated with AIDS and diseases common to southern Africa
RESEARCH Masters Thesis Research and Poster Presentation Bohol, Philippines
EXPERIENCE Baylor College of Medicine 2016
The Impact of Displacement due to Natural Disasters on Pediatric Tuberculosis
Exposure Rates in Bohol, Philippines
CERTIFICATIONS National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Certification
AND Texas Medical Board Physician Assistant License (Pending)
LICENSING American Heart Association Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
American Heart Association Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
SKILLS Proficient with Electronic Medical Record Systems: Epic, CPRS, eClinicalWorks, eMDs, and Athena
REFERENCES Available upon request