SHERINE WAKIM AWAD PA-C
Troy, MI 48085
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Profile:
Dedicated and motivated Physician Assistant seeking a position that utilizes my skills and passion for
providing excellent patient oriented care.
Skills:
Compassionate, highly skilled, and excels in collaborating professionally with other healthcare providers
to meet needs of patients and discern the best medical course.
Excellent patient and care team communication skills.
Navigate and utilize electronic medical records for efficient documentation.
Strong ability to observe, connect, and assess needs of patients and family with advanced skills in
education and communication during emotional and stressful situations.
Experienced Physician Assistant with over 18 years in various positions including outpatient and inpatient
settings. Willing to learn quickly and motivated to expand my knowledge base.
Work Experience:
● Physician Assistant in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Inpatient rounding on a variety of patients with rehabilitation needs including stroke, head
trauma, ICU debility, and orthopedic injuries. Focused on enhancing and restoring functional
ability and quality of life to patients. Team oriented approach to determining best rehabilitation
course for patients and families.
LMT Rehabilitation and Associates: Oct 2012-present
Beaumont Health, Royal Oak and Troy campus
● Physician Assistant in Hematology Oncology
Provided exceptional care to oncologic patients in an ambulatory care center. Conducted physical
examinations, follow up visits, analyzed lab results, diagnosis and treatment of various
oncological related issues and complications. Provided education and emotional support to
patients and families. Responsible for teaching chemotherapy educational classes.
Great Lakes Cancer Management Specialists: Dec 2004-Sept 2012
St. John Hospital Detroit, Michigan
● Physician Assistant in Gastrointestinal Oncology
Conducted history and physical examinations for fast paced research focused ambulatory care
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center. Conducted physical examinations, follow up visits, analyzed lab results, diagnosis and
treatment of various oncological related issues and complications. Provided education and
emotional support to patients and families. Recruitment and consenting for clinical trials.
Karmanos Cancer Institute: Aug 2002-Dec 2004
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
● Research Assistant: Division of Hematology Oncology Clinical Trials
Worked with principal investigators to gather and organize data for Oncologic clinical trials.
Karmanos Cancer Institute: Sept 1999-Apr 2000
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
● Research Technician: Women’s Health Initiative
Responsibilities included recruitment, enrollment, and consent of study participants for a long
term national postmenopausal woman’s health study.
Women’s Health Initiative: May 1997-Sept 1999
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
Education:
● Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies: Completed May 2002
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
● Master of Science in Biology: Completed May 1998
Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan
● Bachelor of Science in Lyman Briggs Biology: Completed May 1996
Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
Certifications and License:
State of Michigan Physician Assistant License: Expiration 9/25/2021
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals: Expiration 7/1/2022
Controlled Substance Registration Certificate: Expiration 6/30/2021
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