Cheriee McDonald, MPH, PA-C

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PROFILE

New York & Connecticut State licensed and nationally certified (NCCPA), with 10 + years of experience in combined urgent/primary care, trigger point injections, opioid free pain management, critical care, internal medicine and surgery. In addition to, my education and training in public health and nutrition, allows me to provide global management and care within various patient populations

Qualifications Summary

● Make diagnoses and decisions about management and treatment of patients with various surgical and medical disorders.

● Performing comprehensive and problem focused history and physical exams, interpret and correlate laboratory and diagnostic procedures, which include subjective and objective data to formulate a differential diagnose and establish a working plan and management.

● Implement therapeutic intervention for specific conditions when appropriate and collaborate with physicians in managing needs of patients.

● Exercise sound judgment on problems requiring consultation, referrals, or evaluation by the supervising surgeon or other healthcare professionals.

● Liaise between patients, and requisite team members to streamline healthcare delivery.

● Trained ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations and to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standards.

● Able to communicate and educate patients and caregivers on the nature of diseases, providing instructions on care and treatment upon discharge.

● Identify and assist patients on preventive and primary health care needs

● Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts and OSHA regulations

● Adept with various Electronic Medical Records such as EPIC, eClinicalWorks, DocuTab, among a few.

● Early Intervention within the paradigm of nutrition/wellness services

● Provide assistance and/or referrals to obtain access to support systems such prior authorization for medical coverage, financial assistance for prescriptions, transportation, translation services, etc

● Provide advocacy, support and follow-up to determine if services are received and implemented as well as assist families with healthy behavior changes

● Available to work flexible hours, including evening and weekend hours. EDUCATION

ESTHETIC SKIN INSTITUTE,Medical Esthetic Training and Certification, Ft Lauderdale, Florida, Certification in Botulinum Toxin A application, 2014 LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY, School of Health Professions, Division of Physician Assistant Studies, Brooklyn, New York, Bachelor of Science and Certificate in Physician Assistant Studies (PA),2009

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Development, Department of Nutrition, Food Studies & Public Health, New York, New York, Master of Public Cheriee McDonald, PA-C, MPH

Health (MPH) Concentration in International Community Health And Nutrition, 2005 CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK (CUNY), New York, New York, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, 1997

STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK, DOWNSTATE MEDICAL CENTER, Surgical Technology Program, Brooklyn, New York, 1995

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

DOCS of CT, formerly 203 URGENT CARE Serving the New Haven and Fairfield Connecticut county areas, October 2014 to present. Providing the standard Urgent & Primary care model of healthcare delivery, which include but are not limited to the following duties perform:

● History and examinations and assessments

● Develop and implement treatment plans which include prescribing medications

● Ordering requisite imaging and diagnostic studies and laboratory services

● Interpreting laboratory results and communicating these in lay terminology to the patients.

● Administering immunizations

● Suturing and I & D services

● Health assessments and maintenance of up to date guidelines for healthcare delivery

● Incorporating nutritional paradigms in managing and treating diseases, as primary and or adjuvant therapy

● Return to Work, Insurance Physicals, Annual Employment, New-Hire physicals, School, sports

& camps physical exams

● Various in office rapid tests and interpretations, travel vaccinations EXECU SEARCH GROUP, New York, NY, Men's Health & Pain Management assignment, January 2015, May 2015.

● Provided weekly Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) with scheduled lab work to monitor patients while receiving TRT

● Monitored and assessed weight and fat gains/losses during TRT

● Provided other forms of weekly/monthly injections including but not limited to Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3

● Provided weekly ultrasound guided Trigger Point Injections to patients. US DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, NY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM. Manhattan Campus, New York, NY, Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU), November 2013, February 2014

● Daily rounds with attending physician on all inpatients

● Central & arterial lines placement, insertion & removal of chest tubes and pacing wires, intubation/extubation of patients when needed

● Completed physical assessment of patients; performed post-op surgical procedures including review of patient's medical records, blood draws for serology testing.

● Provided adjunctive care & routine medical management of inpatients pre and post operatively Cheriee McDonald, PA-C, MPH

● Examined, develop & implement treatment plans for patients with attending supervision; including ordering of diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, medications & interpret incoming lab results and radiological studies

● Post op management of patients in the SICU

● Completed appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the medical record

● Answered phone inquiries; screen incoming laboratory data

● Performed other job related duties as required

WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE/NEW YORK PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITAL, New York, NY, Physician Assistant, Department of Medicine, within the Divisions of Cardiology and Hematology Oncology, April 2011- January 2015

● Performed history and physical examinations in both the inpatient and outpatient setting

● Diagnosed and managed treatment of patients with various dermatology concerns, hematological thrombosis, anemia and/or bleeding diatheses

● Obtained and compiled records on patient medical data, progress notes and results of physical examination & completed appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the medical record

● Developed & implemented treatment plans for patients with attending supervision; including ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, medications results and radiological studies

● Attended to outpatient clinical matters and participating in evaluation and longitudinal care

● Provide health education and support to mitigate and/or prevent exacerbation of medical conditions.

o Managed, design and coordinated nutritional interventions that have fostered desired weight loss and improvement in health outcomes not only for patients but also for their community of support.

Among those who implemented the program, there was an average of 15-20 pounds of weight loss over 6-8 weeks and an average reduction of 0.1- 0.3 points in Hemoglobin A1C levels, as well as improvements is lipid profile and blood pressure.

● Performed therapeutic procedures, such as injections, immunizations, infection management.

● Instructed and counseled patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.

● Provided clinical services for critically ill patients according to established protocols & utilizes evidence-based clinical practice standards within the CCU.

● Central & arterial lines placement

● Provided family-centered care by communicating with caregivers regarding the changing healthcare needs of the patient, especially in regard to nutrition and lifestyle changes.

● Assessed family adaptation, coping skills and the need for crisis or other intervention.

● Utilized current research and evidence-based decision- making in all clinical practice.

● Performed approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient's clinical status. Documented patient preparation and response to procedure(s). Cheriee McDonald, PA-C, MPH

● Assessed patient for change in status and institute appropriate interventions.Initiated necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient.

● Incorporated clinical research findings in the development and implementation of standards of care.

● Performed and participated in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research.

● Identified educational needs of the family and participated in teaching nutrition and overall wellness opportunities.

● Role model professionalism through conduct, appearance, communication, mutual respect, leadership, ethical decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

● Demonstrated responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education. NEW YORK METHODIST HOSPITAL, Brooklyn, New York, Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery/Intensive Care Unit (CTICU), November 2009- April 2011

● Daily rounds with attending physician within the CTICU on all inpatients

● Central & arterial lines placement, insertion & removal of chest tubes and pacing wires, intubation/extubation of patients when needed

● Completed physical assessment of patients; performed pre and post-op surgical procedures including review of patient's medical records, blood draws for serology testing.

● Prepared patients for surgery, including education, positioning, skin preparation

● Assisted in sterile cardiovascular surgery maintaining aseptic technique throughout the procedure.

● Provided adjunctive care & routine medical management of inpatients pre and post operatively

● Examined, developed & implemented treatment plans for patients with attending supervision; including ordering of diagnostic tests, labs, x-rays, medications & interpret incoming lab results and radiological studies

● Active in attending to outpatient clinical matters and participating in evaluation and longitudinal care

● Completed appropriate documentation of all evaluations, care, and services rendered in the medical record

● Answered phone inquiries; screened incoming laboratory data, Performed other job related duties as required

NEW YORK ORGAN DONOR NETWORK,New York, NY, Organ Preservation Technician, June 2007-July 2014, Worked full time and Per diem employment

● Retrieval and preservation of organs/tissue for transplant and/or research at hospital locations and other recovery facilities within the Greater NY area.

● Coordinated procedures to provide cold storage preservation for solid organs, vessels, lymph nodes, blood samples, and/or other tissues samples

● Responsible for packaging, labeling and transporting organs as designated

● Provided pulsatile kidney preservation techniques

● Established and maintain aseptic technique throughout the organ/ tissue recovery Cheriee McDonald, PA-C, MPH

● Assisted in obtaining post recovery data as directed including cultures, biopsy results, etc.

● Complied with NYODN policies and procedures, FDA regulations, AATB, AORN and OSHA standards, and the standards and procedures of affiliated tissue banks when participating in tissue recovery activities.

● Supported and fostered the mission of the organization and its commitment to organ and tissue donation.

LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY,Brooklyn, New York, School of Health Professions, Adjunct Professor, Taught in the Division of Physician Assistant Studies and Surgical Technology Program, March 2005- August 2007

● Taught Cultural Competency in the Division of Physician Assistant Studies

● Taught within the Department of Surgical Technology,Anatomy & Physiology, Microbiology, Medical Terminology, and Pharmacology.

● Composed and developed clinical protocols, policies, and procedures in the Surgical Technology Program.

● Wrote proposal for the Surgical Technology Program to become eligible to receive federal financial aid

● Designed, analyzed, and distributed training in the Surgical Technology Program as well as evaluation of data and quality improvement.

LYMPHOMA RESEARCH FOUNDATION, New York, New York, Patient Education Associate, September 2004- January 2005, (A grant funded position, hired within a designated time frame)

● Designed, Managed and Led operations of more than 30 national patient education programs to enhance public awareness of up to date research and available clinical trials and programs.

● Liaison between physicians, patients, and foundation leaders to streamline program goals, publications, and initiatives.

● Spearheaded robust and multi-varied media campaigns for over 30 patient education programs for optimal public relations.

INTERNSHIPS

UNITED NATIONS FUND for WOMEN (UNIFEM), New York, New York, Fellowship, Intern,Peace and Security Web Portal, United Nations Fund for Women, September 2005- December 2005

● Researched gender issues relevant to HIV/AIDS, reproductive health, and gender-based violence in East Africa.

● Reviewed and edited articles for submission as part of the ongoing reporting process for research progress.

● Participated in meetings to discuss the current situation in Darfur and other areas of Africa, and drafted reports of these meetings.

● Updated and maintained the web portal on HIV/AIDS and women’s reproductive health.

● Supplied timely and accurate information about women and armed conflict for consideration by policy makers

Cheriee McDonald, PA-C, MPH

ACCOLADES AND AWARDS

● Physician Assistant Foundation, Gateways National Physician Assistant Student Select for Leadership Program, 2008

● American Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Representative, House of Delegates, 2008-2009

● American Academy of Physician Assistants Conference, San Antonio, TX, 2008

● Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions, Student Select for Leadership Program, 2008

● Graduate Education Scholarship Recipient, New York University, 2004-2005 LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

● Current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

● New York & Connecticut state Physician Assistant Licensure

● Medical Esthetic Training and Certification in Botulinum Toxin A application

● Updated ACLS, BCLS & Infection Control Certification

● DEA License/Registration, Number Furnished Upon Request AFFILIATIONS

● NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES

● CORNELL NUTRITIONWORKS

● AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS

● NEW YORK STATE SOCIETY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS

● AMERICAN PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION

● PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY

● NEW YORK CARES VOLUNTEER

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