Physician Assistant

INNA SHUM, PA-C

******@****.*** 267-***-****

*** ******** **** ***** ************, PA 19115

Professional Summary:

Physician Assistant with six years of experience in General and Vascular Surgery in a busy inner city hospital, highly motivated, detail oriented, and empathetic team player, skilled in various aspects of management of inpatient clinical care. I take great pride in the level of care I provide. Summary of Skills:

● Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

● Highly detail oriented

● Outstanding ability to work effectively with patients, their families, and various individuals involved in clinical care

● Compassionate and caring nature with exceptional communication skills to effectively interact with diverse populations

● Fluent in speaking, reading and writing of the Russian and Ukrainian languages

● Proficient in the use of Cerner EMR

Work History:

General Surgery Physician Assistant, 2/2014 to current Einstein Medical Center Phila – Philadelphia, PA

● Comprehensive and problem focused histories, physicals, and assessment of adult patients, with focus in general, trauma, and vascular surgery; ordering and interpretation of laboratory and radiologic data; daily rounds; evaluation of surgical consultations with formulation and implementation of treatment plans together with chief resident and attending

● Improved patient satisfaction through attentiveness and diligence in maintaining excellent communication with patients under my care

● Contributed to reduction of postoperative complications and facilitated safe hospital discharges through dedicated focus on patient education, as well as collaboration with therapists and care management

● Facilitated communication between many surgical and medical specialties in developing specialized individual treatment plans

● Performed minor surgical procedures, including incision and drainage and debridements, with extensive experience in various aspects of wound care, including vac dressings Education:

● Master of Science 2013

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine,

Department of Physician Assistant Studies, Philadelphia, PA

● Bachelor of Science 2011

University of the Sciences

Pre-Physician Assistant Program Studies, Philadelphia, PA Affiliations/Certifications:

● Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine

● National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

● Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers

● Advanced Care Life Support

Clinical Research Studies:

2012-2013 Master's Thesis

Does metformin use during pregnancy effectively reduce the rate of early pregnancy loss in women with polycystic ovary syndrome? Outpatient females with a diagnosis of PCOS and pregnancy followed throughout gestation. Metformin, in various dosages, was continued throughout pregnancy in the experimental group, and stopped upon diagnosis in control group, and rates of miscarriages or preterm labor were compared among the groups. Service:

2011-2013 Member – Physician Assistant Club, University of the Sciences 2009-2010 Chair of Volunteering – Physician Assistant Club, University of the Sciences 2009-2010 Member – EMS Club, University of the Sciences 2008-2009 Volunteer at Fox Chase Cancer, Infusion Room

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