Medical Physician
Resume:
Lia Shorter
Board-Certified Medical Director with Passion for Improving Public Healthcare Models
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
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Board Certified OB GYN who served as Medical Director with strong Primary Care Background in private and public medical sectors.
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Correctional Medical Physician with Focus on Virginia State QI and UM FLUVANNA CORRECTIONAL CENTER FOR WOMEN - Troy, VA
February 2020 to Present
It goes without saying that the correctional doctor has a tremendous role in the provision of medical care. However, our roles often goes far beyond seeing patients and giving care. Not only must the correctional physician manage health care, we also have a significant administrative role in direct health care, the system of health care, health care policy, procedures, and standards including initiating quality improvement and utilization management. My experience in correctional medicine allows me to execute my knowledge and expertise in the medical field, while balancing the interests of the Virginia State medical board requirements, court findings for the patients, safety and security of the facility, the individuals in the facility, and the community. Working in this environment revigorated my continued interest in helping the public attain solid medical care mainly due to the impacts of COVID-19, which helped to uncover the disparities in people attaining good healthcare. While I have served both private and public sectors, my innate interest has always focused on servicing the public. I am personally and professionally aware of the challenges and complexities of providing consistent healthcare across our beautiful state of Virginia. I am convinced that the main problem for Virginians becoming a healthier state of people is due to the following facets: lack of access to healthcare due to affordability of enrollment costs and deductibles, poor perceptions and distrust of the medical system and simple ignorance on the importance of preventative health. I have the skills, energy and compassion to help initiate and navigate a plan to successfully execute a Health Benefit Exchange for Virginia. I would love to share my vision and work as a team player to help our state improve our insurance marketplace, while keeping our tax dollars to benefit the greater good and health of our fellow Virginians.
Physician
FLUVANNA CORRECTIONAL CENTER FOR WOMEN - Troy, VA
February 2020 to Present
It goes without saying that the correctional doctor has a tremendous role in the provision of medical care. However, our roles often goes far beyond seeing patients and giving care. Not only must the correctional physician manage health care, we also have a significant administrative role in direct health care, the system of health care, health care policy, procedures, and standards including initiating quality improvement and utilization management. My experience in correctional medicine allows me to execute my knowledge and expertise in the medical field, while balancing the interests of the Virginia State medical board requirements, court findings for the patients, safety and security of the facility, the individuals in the facility, and the community. Working in this environment revigorated my continued interest in helping the public attain solid medical care mainly due to the impacts of COVID-19, which helped to uncover the disparities in people attaining good healthcare. While I have served both private and public sectors, my innate interest has always focused on servicing the public. I am personally and professionally aware of the challenges and complexities of providing consistent healthcare across our beautiful state of Virginia. I am convinced that the main problem for Virginians becoming a healthier state of people is due to the following facets: lack of access to healthcare due to affordability of enrollment costs and deductibles, poor perceptions and distrust of the medical system and simple ignorance on the importance of preventative health. I have the skills, energy and compassion to help initiate and navigate a plan to successfully execute a Health Benefit Exchange for Virginia. I would love to share my vision and work as a team player to help our state improve our insurance marketplace, while keeping our tax dollars to benefit the greater good and health of our fellow Virginians.
OB/GYN
Advanced Care for Women - Fredericksburg, VA
September 2017 to June 2018
Primary Care Physician for Women's OB/GYN and Medical Needs (examples include, but aren't limited to HTN, Hyperlipidemia, Osteopenia, Diabetes, GERD, etc) Preconception counseling
Menopausal evaluation and treatment
Preventative care for women ages 12-death
Performed Gyn ultrasounds to diagnose
pelvic pathology
Performed Obstetrical Ultrasounds for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Trimester Annual Gyn exams with Pap smears
Female Sexual Dysfunction Counseling
Treated Patients for Sexual Dysfunction and Hormonal Imbalances High Risk Obstetrics Outpatient Care
Counseling on HPV and STDs
Medical Director
Women's Health and Surgery Center - Fredericksburg, VA April 2008 to July 2017
Responsibilities
Evaluate and treat 25-35 patients daily
Perform minimally invasive Gyn surgeries (including office surgery) Primary Care Physician for Women's OB/GYN and Medical Needs (examples include, but aren't limited to HTN, Hyperlipidemia, Osteopenia, Diabetes, GERD, etc) Preconception counseling
Menopausal evaluation and treatment
Preventative care for women ages 12-death
Performed Gyn ultrasounds to diagnose
pelvic pathology
Performed Obstetrical Ultrasounds for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Trimester Annual Gyn exams with Pap smears
Female Sexual Dysfunction Counseling
Performed Female Sexual Dysfunction Counseling and Treatments including Hormonal & Surgical with Focus on Botox for Aesthetics
Treated Patients for Sexual Dysfunction and Hormonal Imbalances High Risk Obstetrics
Inpatient Obstetrical Deliveries
On Call Duties for OB and Gyn
Counseling on HPV and STDs
Supervised Management of 2 Full Time OB Gyn practice sites Supervised Physicians while serving as Medical Director Practiced ACOG guidelines
Accomplishments
Was 50% co-owner in starting own successful OB Gyn practice Named as Top Doctor in Northern Virginia Magazine for the years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 Gained the trust of countless women for delivery of their babies as well as treatment of their whole person
Started a practice focusing on Female Sexual Dysfunction Brought laughter and happiness to a stressful occupation Skills Used
Excellent Minimally Invasive skills for Gyn office surgeries Able to see high volume Gyn patients in busy environment with a smile Delivered babies to high risk mothers
C-sections
VBACS
Diagnosed and treated perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms Treated multiple sexual dysfunctions
Physician
Central Virginia OB Gyn - Fredericksburg, VA
July 2006 to September 2008
Responsibilities
See aforementioned
Accomplishments
See aforementioned
Skills Used
See aforementioned
Education
Medical Degree in Medicine
East Carolina University - Greenville, NC
1998 to 2002
None in General Studies
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Chapel Hill, NC August 1994 to August 1995
BA in Biology
Hampton University - Hampton, VA
1992 to 1995
Skills
• EMR (10+ years)
• Injections (10+ years)
• Vital Signs (10+ years)
• Patient Care (10+ years)
• Scheduling (10+ years)
• Medical Records (10+ years)
• CPR Certified (10+ years)
• Coding/Billing Proficient (10+ years)
• Epic
• EKG
• Phlebotomy
• Venipuncture
• Phlebotomist
• Utilization Management (10+ years)
• Utilization Review (10+ years)
• Microsoft Office (10+ years)
• Medical Billing (10+ years)
• Medical Coding (10+ years)
• Patient Service Experience (10+ years)
• Patient Education (10+ years)
• Medical Documentation (10+ years)
• Microsoft Word (10+ years)
• Microsoft Powerpoint (10+ years)
• Primary Care Experience
• Medical Imaging
• Triage
• Botox Experience
• Employee Orientation
• Insurance Verification
• Case Management
• Managed Care
• Hospital Experience
• Anatomy Knowledge
• ICD-10
Awards
Top Doctor of Northern Virginia
Molly Castille Award for Community Medicine and Service January 2010
Certifications and Licenses
ACLS
August 2019 to August 2021
Assessments
Electronic Medical Records Knowledge — Highly Proficient May 2019
Knowledge of EMR data, associated privacy regulations, and best practices for EMR use. Full results: Highly Proficient
Active Listening — Highly Proficient
July 2020
Actively listening and appropriately responding in conversations. Full results: Highly Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Groups
ABOG
Present
Additional Information
Voted TOP DOCTOR of Northern Virginia from 2009-2016 Audited Charts from 2008-2018
Served as Medical Director for Outpatient Clinic 2008-2016 Highly Proficient with Billing and Coding and Utilization Review of Charts Excellent Communication Skills
Energetic and Focused
Volunteerism for Community Activities
Owner of Private Practice for 10 Years (Highly Successful) Worked Closely with Getting Fair and Equitable Contracts with Insurance Agencies to Partner with my Private Practice
Able to Present Projects on Multiple Platforms
Comprehensive Understanding on Lack of Access of Healthcare Solution Driven and Works Well as a Team Player
Dependable and Tenacious
Entrepreneurial Spirit
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