Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner

Stephen Macenas PA-C

Phone: 630-***-****

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Naperville, IL 60563

Objective

To obtain a Physician Assistant position at a stimulating facility and continue to enhance my knowledge and skills for the duration of my career.

Education

Masters of Science University of Dubuque, Physician Assistant Studies December 2019

Bachelors of Science Purdue University, General Biology May 2016

Minored in Psychology with an emphasis in Neurology

Clinical Rotations

Rural Family Medicine Medical Associates Cuba City, Wisconsin

Emergency Medicine Unity Point Quad Cities

Plastic Surgery Northshore Skokie, Illinois

General Surgery Northshore Skokie, Illinois

Internal Medicine Midwest Medical Center Galena, Illinois

Urology Unity Point Dubuque, Iowa

Pediatrics Crescent Community Health Dubuque, Iowa

Psychiatrics Mercy Hospital Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Family Medicine Unity Point Peosta, Iowa

Women’s Health Planned Parenthood, McFarland Clinic Des Moines, Iowa

Orthopedic Surgery Unity Point Dubuque, Iowa

Proficiencies

Initiation of IV infusions, placement of NG tubes, chest tubes, and endotracheal intubation tubes, obtaining and interpreting EKGs and chest radiographs, performing aseptic and isolation techniques, collection of cultures, CPR, placement of catheters, PAP smears, wound care and dressing changes, casting and splinting, closure of wounds via differing sutures techniques, staples and Dermabond, administration and prescription of medications.

Clinical activity data can be provided to support proficiencies.

Professional Background and Experiences:

Examination using fluorescein staining, incision and drainage, total joint surgeries of hips, shoulders and knees, removal of ocular foreign bodies, casting and splinting, cardiac defibrillation, assisted respiration, endoscopy, colonoscopy, insertion and removal of central lines, endotracheal intubation, insertion and removal of chest tubes, thoracentesis, pericardiocentesis and lumbar puncture. Assisted in mastectomies, mammoplasties, rhinoplasties, abdominoplasties, tissue expander placements, thyroid and parathyroidectomies, CABGs, heart valve replacements, vein harvesting, stenting, robotic surgery, hysterectomies, cholecystectomies, pulmonectomies, colon resections and reversals.

Research projects and presentations

Capstone Presentation: Hemocompatibility profiles comparison for centrifugal vs axial flow left ventricular assist devices

Centrifugal flow LVADs offer lowered mortality rates.

Capstone Paper: Post – Operative hemocompatibility adverse event profiles between axial flow and centrifugal flow left ventricular assist devices

Physicians should consider centrifugal flow LVADs due to their non-inferior hematological adverse effect profiles and lower rates of pump thrombosis and pump malfunction.

Triamcinolone injections vs janus kinase inhibitors(JAK) adverse event profiles for patients with Alopecia Areata

Oral JAK allow for safe delivery method and low risk of adverse effects making it a more feasible treatment option for clinicians while maintaining a high benefit vs harm ratio.

Fat necrosis rates for Deep Inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flaps vs Pedicled Transverse Rectus Abdominus Myocutaneous (pTRAM) Flaps for patients undergoing mastectomy and autologous breast reconstruction

No statistical difference found between pTRAM and DIEP flaps besides DIEP requiring microsurgery but sacrificing abdominal strength.

Clostridium histolyticum vs interferon alpha-2b injections and penile curvature change for patients with acute or chronic phase Peyroine’s Disease

No statistical difference between the two options and both are successful treatment options.

Arthroscopic hip surgery compared to physiotherapy and conservative treatment for femoral acetabular impingement.

Personalized physiotherapy after diagnostic injections is a cost-effective option that gives the patient more time before surgical intervention.

Work Experience

Superior Ambulance Service, EMT-B, Chicago, Illinois, October 2016 - August 2017.

Administered patient care following the St. Francis scope of practice.

Communicated efficiently with nursing staffs to provide the best possible patient care.

Responded to high call volumes across the Chicago-land area.

Northwestern Medicine/Central DuPage Hospital/Rush Hospital, Intern, Glen Ellyn and Chicago, IL. Summer of 2015 and Winter of 2016.

Selected to participate in a competitive internship opportunity.

Involved in daily rotations shadowing physicians, medical engineers, and other hospital staff.

Researched and presented information regarding medical apps and the history of medicine to a board of physicians.

Academic Experience and Awards

Chick Evans Scholarship Recipient, Student, West Lafayette, Indiana. Fall 2012- 2016.

Awarded a full scholarship to Purdue University based on grades, caddy record, and financial need.

Purdue University Neuroscience Society (PUNS), Chair Member, West Lafayette, Indiana, Fall 2014-2016.

Founding member and served as the publicity chair on the executive board.

Gathered speakers from out of state for topics on brain disease and awareness.

Organized annual Brain Awareness Week for Purdue University

Study Abroad Program, Student, Copenhagen, Denmark. Edinburgh, Scotland Summer of 2014.

Studied cognitive fear in neuroscience and positive psychology.

Immersed self into a new culture.

Balanced classes and explored culture and customs.

Leadership Experience

Iowa Physician Assistant Society,

University of Dubuque Representative, Dubuque, Iowa. August 2017-May 2019

Participated in Spring and Fall Iowa conventions and reported information to university staff and cohort.

Educated classmates about the importance of remaining involved with state-wide legislative advancements.

Evans Scholarship House:

Executive Vice President, West Lafayette, Indiana. Jan. 2014-2015

Coordinated philanthropic events for scholars, alumni, and families.

Delegated house duties to all scholars.

Planned and executed major occasions for the Scholarship House

Vice President of Finance, West Lafayette, Indiana. Jan.2015-2016

Organized and maintained a full budget for a Fraternity of 53 members.

Consistently paid bills such as water, electricity, and so on for the members.

Reimbursed members for activities covered by the Fraternity budget.

Certifications and Additional Training

Physician Assistant-Certified, December 23rd 2019, NCCPA ID: 1162021,

DEA: 385.005885--(4/20/2020 – 03/01/2022). License: 085.007500--(01/17/2020- 03/01/2022)

Eagle Scout, Achieved in 2011

Occupational Safety and Health Administration Bloodborne Pathogens, Online training, 2018

Mandatory Reporter Training, University of Dubuque, Iowa, 2018

HIPAA Privacy Training, Online training, 2018

ACLS Certified, Iowa Issued: 11/2018. Expires 11/2020 ID Number: 186*********

PALS Certified, Iowa Issued: 11/30/2018 Expires: 11/30/2020, ID Number: 187*********

EMT-B Certified, Illinois. Expires 09/30/2020, ID Number 060649142

BLS Certified, 2017

Mental Safety First Aid Certified, 2017 Expires 2021

Community Service

University of Dubuque Seminary Food Pantry

Volunteer - Conducted cordial and professional interactions with supervisors, coworkers, donors, and customers.

Public Safety Education Tables at Dubuque Farmers’ Market

Volunteer – Educated the families of Dubuque on how to ensure safety in summer activities.

Professional Memberships

American Academy of Physician Assistants, 2017-2019

Researched and explored innovative advancements in policy and medicine.

Languages

English: Native Language

Spanish: Intermediate listener and writer, Novice speaker

Computer Aptitudes

Knowledgeable with Cerner, Centricity, E-clinical works and EPIC electronic medical records.

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Experience with Python and Auto Cad

Other Interests

Archery, rock climbing, mountain biking, music production, inventing, art, animal and plant biology.

Professional References Available Upon Request

Alan Whitters, MD, DFAPA

Medical Director, Mercy Behavioral Services

Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor

University of Iowa College of Medicine

319-***-**** (c) **********@*****.***

James Downard, MD

McFarland Clinic Obstetrics/Gynecology

1015 Duff Ave Ames IA 50010

t: 515-***-**** e: ********@***************.***

Tassie Carter ARNP, FNP-BC

Nurse Practitioner at Crescent Community Health

*******@***********.***

Cell: 563-***-****

Natalie Weber, PA-C, MSPAS Program Director University of Dubuque, Physician Assistant Program Office: 563-***-**** F: 563-***-**** Email: ******@***.***

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