AMNA DHANANI, PA-C, MPAS, B.S.
ad5ns8@r.postjobfree.com
Dallas, TX 75209 832-***-****
OBJECTIVE
Passionate and motivated certified Physician Assistant committed to providing the highest-level outcomes, safely delivering excellent patient care, cultivating patient relationships, and committed to continuous learning and professional growth. I aim to contribute to, and become an integral part of, a reputable team at the forefront of the dermatology industry.
EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
Dermatology Fellowship- Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants, November 2023
Medical Aesthetic Training- Dallas Medicine & Aesthetics, April 2022
University Health Science Center San Antonio- Masters of Physician Assistant Studies, 2017-2019
The University of Texas at Dallas- Bachelor of Science in Psychology, 2010-2014
SUMMARY OF SKILLS & CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Innovative Dermatology- Medical Assistant February 2024- Present
oAssist physician during exam/procedure.
oPerform extractions, injections, and other patient treatments.
oEducate patients and respond to patient questions in office/on phone as needed
oDocumentation on EMA Modernizing Medicine.
Dermatology Fellowship- SDPA Diplomate Fellowship November 2023- Present
oAn all-encompassing, online, didactic training program for PA’s spread out across 22 modules.
oEach module contains presentations providing detailed training on various topics
Prick & Proper – CEO May 2022- Present
oFounded a cosmetic injections concierge model marketed toward clients interested in neurotoxin and fillers.
oOrganized marketing and social media presence to attract new clients and educating on the top of cosmetic injections.
oEvaluated and counseled clients on how to achieve their desired results
oPerformed cosmetic injections, including neurotoxin and fillers, according to the standards of practice.
oOrdered and managed inventory, treatment plans, and expenses.
USMD Carrollton- Physician Assistant December 2021- April 2022
oPerformed history, physical exam, review of systems, interpret vitals, and evaluation of patients.
oDetermined diagnoses according to clinical assessment and discussed treatment plans.
oPerformed comprehensive annual wellness exams for private and medicare patients.
oInterpret and communicate labs results with patients.
Texas Health Physicians Group- Physician Assistant October 2020-December 2021
oFacilitated collection for Covid PCR tests for THPG patients and employees.
oDeveloped and implemented workflow for point of care testing, including Covid Rapid ID Now, Strep, and Influenza
oAdministered Covid vaccines and monitored for possible anaphylaxis and provided counseling for patients.
oEvaluated acutely ill patients scheduled for testing, determined disposition to ER, and provided counseling.
oMaintained communication with patient PCP regarding point of care results, emergent patient visits, and testing orders
UT Health Science Center San Antonio- Physician Assistant Student, Clinical Phase June 2018-December 2019
Dermatology (120 hours)
Dr. Brent Spencer Dermatology and Skin Surgery Institute, Frisco TX
oDocumented history and physical exam findings during skin check examinations and acute lesion findings.
oPerformed as First Assist during Moh’s surgery, removed sutures, performed punch biopsies, and used electrocautery to remove benign skin lesions.
Dermatology (240 hours)
Tanya Garza, PA-C Texas Dermatology, San Antonio TX
oInterviewed patient’s and documented HPI and physical exam findings on EMR. Presented working diagnoses, differentials, and working plan. Counseled patient’s regarding assessment and treatment options.
oGained valuable pediatric experience
oPerformed shave biopsies, incision & drainage, liquid nitrogen treatments, and assisted with procedures (cyst removal, excisions)
Family Medicine (120 hours)
Shawn Mollica, PA-C Deerwood Family Practice, San Antonio TX
oPerformed medical interviews and physical exams to diagnose and treat patients appropriately.
oReviewed and discussed lab results with patients.
oPerformed procedures independently such as well women exam, punch/shave biopsies, and sutures.
HONORS AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
The University of Texas at Dallas 2010-2014
Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority – Vice President August 2012- May 2014
Pre-Physician Assistant Society –Member August 2012 - May 2014
Delta Epsilon Iota Academic Honors Society August 2011 - May 2014
Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority Honor Student August 2010 - May 2014
Community Service:
Physician Assistant Mentor Society June 2018-December 2019
Frontera de Salud January 2019
Mobile Integrated Health Ride Along, SA Fire Dept. October 2018
SA Food Bank Service, Haven for Hope April 2018
Haven For Hope Skin Cancer Screening and Education February 2018
Christmas Gift Wrapping at Fiesta Texas December 2017
CURRENT RESEARCH
The Impact of Haven for Hope Acute Care Station on EMS Transports. (UT Health San Antonio). Leticia Bland, PA-C, Tammy Harris, PA-C, Joshua Czarnecki, Amna Dhanani, Julia Foltyn, Maureen Genov, Elizabeth McWilliams, Caitlin Miko, Samantha Salcedo, Bethany Zalbotsky.
Skin Cancer Screening and Education in Homeless Underserved Populations. (UT Health San Antonio). Richard Usatine, MD, Yimage Ahmed, Amna Dhanani, Anand Kornepati, Emily Fung, Keri Rowley, Ko Choi, Leah Bailey, Rahul Patel, Prem Menon, Pavela Bambekova.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Texas Academy of Physician Assistants
American Academy of Physician Assistants
Bexar County Physician Assistant Society
UT Health San Antonio Physician Assistant 2019 Class Officer- Treasurer
REFERENCES
Dr. Darlene Gou San Antonio, Texas
Dermatology Physician
Phone number: 214-***-****
Email: ad5ns8@r.postjobfree.com
Tanya Garza, PA-C San Antonio, Texas
Dermatology
Phone number: 210-***-****
Email: ad5ns8@r.postjobfree.com
Brittney Burditt Dallas, Texas
Cosmetic Injector/ Mentor
Phone number: 832-***-****