Bernadette Giangreco, DPM, Diplomate ABPM

(Cell) 609-***-**** ad2x8j@r.postjobfree.com

Residency Veterans Hosp of Phila, Philadelphia PA 19104

Training Primary Surgical Residency Program

July 2003-June 2004 Chief Resident

Veterans Hosp of Phila, Philadelphia PA 19104

Primary Podiatric Medicine Residency Program

July 2002-June 2003

Presbyterian Medical Center, University of Pennsylvania Health Systems

Primary Podiatric Medical Residency Program; July 2000 – June 2002

Education Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Philadelphia, PA

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine; May 2000

St. Joseph’s University, Philadelphia, PA

College of Arts and Sciences, Bachelors of Science: Major – Biology June,1989

Professional Experience

Mount Dora Podiatry and Wound Care Center

August 9, 2023- present

·Provide podiatric services in outpatient settings, including the diagnosis/treatment/management of podiatric medical and surgical disorders and conditions

·Perform podiatric procedures in the office setting.

·Perform clinical review, triage, and management of podiatric consults.

·Ensure accurate and timely medical record documentation.

·Participate in administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Management /ownership.

·Biomedical Evaluation of the Lower Extremities to assist in the management of Pathology by controlling the contribution of abnormal gait and foot functions to the patients' symptomology.

·Neuropathic or Vascular Ulcerations

·Osteoarthritis of the bunion joint

·Development and use of devices which disperse or remove weight bearing from certain parts of the foot which are ulcerated or painful together with necessary local care of local pathology.

·Identification/treatment of "static" foot problems (e.g. heel pain, flatfoot deformity, hammer toes), by performance of bio mechanical evaluation of the lower extremities and utilization of highly specific devices which place the foot or digits in a more functional position and redistribute weight bearing to reduce or eliminate discomfort, ulceration

·Local care of corns, calluses and pedal ulceration.

·Local care of deformed, painful and/or infected nails which may result in significant extension of infection, ulceration, disability, or gangrene; particularly in patients predisposed to infection or its extension by systemic disease (diabetes mellitus)

Med Elite LLC Oct 10, 2022- Aug 8, 2023

Responsibilities include servicing multiple Rehab and Dependent living facilities with Podiatric care.

- Makes diagnosis after evaluation information obtained and provide podiatric medical or in-patient and out-patient procedures.

-Maintain clinical and administrative records as required. Timely document progress notes electronically in the online Florida website PCC.

-Diagnose and treat disorders, diseases and injuries of the foot and lower leg. Conduct detailed histories and examinations of various foot and ankle conditions for inpatients.

-Write medication prescriptions, and order timely diagnostic tests and consultations

-Provided wound care and general diabetic foot care. Treat below the knee wounds, ulcers, burns, abrasions, minor lacerations, blisters and infections based on professional licensure capabilities and competency.

May 2017-Sept 30, 2022 Northern Indiana Health Systems Veterans Hospital Marion, IN

Responsibilities -Duties include but are not limited to: Manage/Supervise ALL Podiatry consults for Marion

-Analyzing patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.

- Prescribing preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures such as, sedatives, diets, antibiotics, and preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area.

- Examines patients to provide information on medical condition and surgical risk.

- Follows established surgical techniques during operations. Operates on patients to correct deformities, repair injuries, and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions

- Refers patients to medical specialists or other practitioners when necessary.

- Prepares case histories.

- Provides consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons.

- Interacts with the Veteran, as well as, family members, significant others, community agencies and providers, and other staff.

- Responsible for the teaching of residents and medical students, as well as responsible for oversight of the care provided by residents and students.

- Participates in the administration of programs, committees, and other staff functions as delegated by the Chief, Surgery Service.

-Interview and examine all patients, review past medical history and request and/or perform diagnostic tests and examinations as necessary to make diagnosis of podiatric pathology.

-Makes diagnosis after evaluation information obtained and provide podiatric medical or in-patient and out-patient surgical procedures and/or referral as appropriate.

-Maintain clinical and administrative records as required. Timely document progress notes electronically in the VA Computerized Patient Record System

-Counsel and educate patients, families, community and staff about podiatric health care. Inform patients of x-ray and lab test results, and respond to patients' telephone calls by following VA Policy

-Perform out-patient surgical procedures under local, regional, spinal and general anesthesia.

-Diagnose and treat disorders, diseases and injuries of the foot and lower leg. Conduct detailed histories and examinations of various foot and ankle conditions for outpatients and inpatients.

-Write medication prescriptions, and order timely diagnostic tests and consultations

-Provided wound care and general diabetic foot care. Treat below the knee wounds, ulcers, burns, abrasions, minor lacerations, blisters and infections based on professional licensure capabilities and competency.

-Measure and fit patients' feet with special footwear.

-Train all nursing staff involved in Marion podiatry and fill out proficiency paperwork. Oversee nurses duties and patient care in the Podiatry Service.

- Demonstrate Knowledge and maintenance of standards in the use and processing of reusable medical equipment (RME).

-Surgical management of foot and ankle pathology, inpatient and Emergency care management

-Work directly with Assistant Chief of Staff to educate patients and stream line clinic operations. During the course of employment, participation in special projects pertinent to the specialty of podiatry may be requested as necessary to complement the mission of the medical center or service line.

-Monitor Clinical Utilization-Marion Podiatry Clinic-with an average monthly number of 190 patients seen(new encounters, consults, procedures and wound care)

-Attend monthly meetings for medical staff, Surgical staff with M&M and Podiatry

-participate in Prevention of Amputation in Veterans Everywhere (PAVE committee)

-Assisted Fort Wayne with selection of positions (resume review), as well as extensive Peer review

-Supervise Clinical Staff at Marion: coordinate resource utilization and restructure Podiatry clinic in order to maximize clinic efficiency and improve Veteran’s access to care.

-lecture at Marion Town Halls: addressing all medical staff and keeping them up to date on Podiatry policy and Procedure

-personalized meetings with individual departments to clarify procedure and help with individual attention

-Collaborate with other specialties (eg Radiology) to make recommendations for better and more accurate on line access for PACT clinicians(concise template) which enhances patient care

Creek Crossing Podiatry LLC Hainesport, NJ 08036

Owner/Sole Proprietor Podiatric Medical/Surgical Practice; May 2006 to May 2017

Rowan University Glassboro, NJ 08028

Adjunct Professor, Anatomy & Physiology I

September 2015 to Present

Indian Valley Podiatry, Souderton PA

Podiatric Medical/Surgical Attending Office/Hospital Attending

July 2005-May 2007

PhysicianCare, Towanda PA

Podiatric Medical/Surgical Attending Memorial Hospital/Office

July 2004- June 2005

Publications 1. Denison MR, Zoltick PW, Leibowitz JL, Pachuk CJ and Weiss SR

(1991) Identification of polypeptides encoded in ORF 1b of putative polymerase gene of the murine coronavirus mouse hepatitis virus A59. J.Virol 65,3076-3082.

2.Denison MR, Zoltick PW, Hughes SA, Giangreco B. (1992)

Intracellular Processing of the N-Terminal ORF 1a Proteins of the Coronavirus MRV-A59 Requires Multiple Proteolytic Events. J Virol 189, 274-284.

Professional Memberships

American Podiatric Medical Association

American Association of Podiatric Practice Management

American Board Podiatric Medicine-Board Certified

Professional Volunteer Experience

Community-foot screenings/lecture at local high schools and Senior Centers

Stand Down 2002 and 2003, 2019

Speaker at "Young Women in Professional Careers"

Certifications American Board Podiatric Medicine

References Dr. Harold Cohen MD current Chief of Surgery dept VA Northern Indiana

Work # 260-***-****

Personal email: ad2x8j@r.postjobfree.com

Dr. Nabil Habib MD Previous Associate chief of staff of Surgery dept VA Northern Indiana

Personal mobile: 937-***-****

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