Physician Assistant Medical

Victoria Sollestre

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EDUCATION

Master of Physician Assistant Studies – July 28, 2019

Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA

NCCPA Board Certified, September 2019

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry – May 2015

The University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI

Cum Laude, GPA 3.56

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Pediatrics Melrose Park Pediatrics

(05/06/19 to 05/31/19) Worked with pediatric patients, newborn to adolescent age, within a primarily Hispanic community. Managed both commonly acute and chronic pediatric diseases. Performed physical examinations, well checks, sports physicals, and various problem focused visits. Collected and evaluated Rapid Strep Tests as well as performed nebulizer treatments.

Psychiatry VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

(03/18/19 to 04/19/19) Assisted in evaluating patients with various psychiatric diseases. Conducted thorough interviews as part of the psychiatry consultation team. Collaborated on appropriate medical management, both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic. Wrote consultations, progress, and SOAP notes. Followed up with patients throughout stay in psychiatric unit.

Internal Medicine Primary Care Partners of Monroeville - UPMC

(02/11/19 to 03/15/19) Performed annual adult and geriatric well visits. Managed patients with various comorbidities, particularly hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. Performed pelvic examinations and pap smears. Evaluated and treated same day visits for acute concerns. Referred patients for appropriate diagnostic studies and provider follow-ups.

Women’s Health UPMC Magee Emergency Department – Women’s Hospital

(01/07/19 to 02/08/19) Performed abdominal ultrasounds and measured fetal heart rates. Regularly evaluated and managed patients with a chief complaint of abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding, both pregnant and non-pregnant patients. Performed numerous pelvic and bimanual examinations. Obtained samples for vaginal infections and STI testing. Performed I&Ds using sterile technique. Consulted with OB team to co-manage pregnant patients.

Surgery UPMC Mercy

(11/19/18 to 12/14/18) Scrubbed in as first and second assist in various surgeries on vascular, thoracic, and general surgery services. Performed suturing and stapling in the OR. Rounded and evaluated patients pre- and post-operatively. Reviewed and interpreted radiographs and CT scans. Collaborated with surgical team to develop post-operative plans.

Family Practice Heritage Valley Medical Group

(10/01/18 to 11/16/18) Completed annual well visits while simultaneously managing a variety of diagnoses, especially diabetes and hypertension. Gave influenza vaccination as well as other age-appropriate vaccines. Performed many urine dipsticks and blood draws. Evaluated and treated same-day add-ons. Learned how to properly treat and manage controlled substances.

Dermatology Children’s Dermatology Services

(08/27/18 to 09/28/18) Evaluated and treated patients with a variety of dermatologic diseases including but not limited to atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, hidradenitis suppurative, acne vulgaris, molluscum contagiosum, and hemangiomas. Performed full body skin examinations for skin cancer screenings. Educated patients on appropriate treatment including the ABCDE’s of skin lesions. Performed cryotherapy on patients with various skin lesions. Observed shave, excisional, and punch biopsies.

Cardiology Washington Health System – Cardiovascular Care

(07/16/18 to 08/17/18) Interpreted various cardiac diagnostic studies including CXRs, ECGs, nuclear stress tests, TEEs, TTEs, and cardiac angiograms. Observed cardiac catheterization procedures, TTEs, TEEs, and cardioversions. Obtained initial intake for cardiology consultation team. Collaborated with other consultation teams to manage cardiac patients with various comorbidities.

Emergency Medicine UPMC – Passavant Emergency Medicine

(06/04/18 to 07/13/18) Evaluated, treated, and managed patients with common ED complaints including chest pain, shortness of breath, lacerations, fractures, and geriatric falls. Interpreted various diagnostic studies such as CXR’s, ECG’s, CTs, radiographs, and ultrasounds. Analyzed laboratory studies and consulted with other medical disciplines to help further manage patients. Placed numerous sutures and staples using sterile technique. Admitted patients to the hospital for further management.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Physical Therapy Technician Team Rehabilitation, Royal Oak, MI

08/2015 to 04/2017 Assisted physical therapists in treatment for patients by setting up modalities, demonstrating exercises, answering treatment questions, and recording patient progress.

Supported front desk and received intake for new patients.

Ensured clinic cleanliness and maintained physical therapy supplies.

Academic Tutor Student Success Center at University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI

01/2013 to 05/2016 Actively engaged in the classroom of one professor per semester, graded papers, answered student questions, and presented lectures.

Assisted in proctoring and administering tests on behalf of the student success center.

Attended to students who needed private tutoring as well as students with specific learning disabilities.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

2013-2014, Student Athlete Advisory Committee Member

2015, Student Athlete Advisory Committee Vice President

2013-2015, Alpha Phi Omega: Eti Pi Chapter, Service Fraternity Member

HONORS & SCHOLARSHIPS

2011-2015, Dean’s List Student

2011-2015, Athletic Director Honor Roll

2011-2015, NCAA Division I Athletic Scholarship

2011-2015 Academic Award Scholarship

2014, National Soccer Coaches Association of America Division I Scholar – Third Team, All Region Honors

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

2017-Present, American Academy of Physician Assistants

CERTIFICATIONS

2015-Present, American Red Cross, Basic Life Support Certification

2017-2019, Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (due for renewal)

2018-Present, Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Certification

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