Brittney Tunon PA-C

**** **** ****** ***** **. Petersburg, FL 33714

(703) 955 – 6286 adhheu@r.postjobfree.com

Summary Physician assistant seeking employment with supportive and collaborative healthcare professionals while focusing on providing quality care to meet the individualized needs of patients. Education Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA

Master of Science Physician Assistant Studies

August 2018 – August 2020

California State University Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology

August 2014 – March 2017

Clinical Experience Clinical Clerkship Rotations (09/2019 – 08/2020)

Family Practice/Psych – Urgent 9 Urgent Care, Thomas Anker DO Performed outpatient problem-oriented exams/trauma consults. Ordered and interpreted laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic tests and developed assessment and treatment plans. Performed and assisted in a variety of office- based procedures, POC tests, chronic disease management. Dermatology – Danesh Dermatology and Laser Institute, Sid Danesh MD Collected HPI and performed problem focused exams. Performed local anesthesia injections, biopsy incision closure and suture removal. Collected skin/hair specimens with follow-up interpretation of biopsy results. Assisted in cryotherapy, shave and excisional biopsies, steroid intralesional injections, I&D and UVB light therapy. ER – Glendale Memorial Emergency Services, Michael Agron MD Conditions Managed/Seen: Dehydration, drug and alcohol abuse, cellulitis, hepatitis, appendicitis, diverticulitis, gastroenteritis, cholecystitis, herpes zoster, STDs, asthma, COPD, pneumonia, strep throat, otitis media/externa, Bell’s palsy, CVA, subarachnoid hemorrhage, injuries secondary to MVC, sepsis, anxiety/depression. Performed a variety of procedures including but not limited to laceration repairs, I&D’s, nerve blocks, toenail removal, ear lavage, wound care, pelvic and rectal exams, wet mounts, fluorescein eye exam with foreign body removal, splinting. Diagnostic interpretation including X-ray, ultrasound, UA, CBC, CMP, Lipase, BNP. OB/ GYN – United Care Medical, Alfred Lavi MD

Clinic care involving routine well women exams and prenatal visits. Performed fetal assessment, pap smears, wet mounts, contraceptive counseling, and Nexplanon insertion/removal. FAMPACT assessment: STD screening, family planning, cervical cancer screening.

Cardiology – Westside Cardiovascular, Hooman Madyoon MD Examined patients with cardiovascular disease in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Medication control and preventative care counseling based on symptoms and lab results. In-patient rounding and/or discharge of patients in critical care unit, cardiovascular care unit and emergency room admits. Observe ultrasound guided radio-ablation therapy for lower extremity venous reflux/claudication. Lower extremity wound care and maintenance. Family Practice/Psych – Prohealth Glendale Occupational, Raffi Kazazian MD Collected HPI, performed complete or problem-oriented physical exams, interpreted x-ray imaging. Pre-op clearance and pre-employment physicals. Performed initial consultation of new workers-comp injuries and follow-up assessments as needed. Administered injections, performed MME, ear lavage, laceration repair, suture removal, splint placement.

Internal Medicine – David Zarian, MD

Obtained patient medical history, completed thorough physical exams. Developed diagnosis and treatment plans for acute and chronic problems. Performed medication review and adjustments based on side effects and effectiveness. Performed pre-op clearance and ABI testing. Administered injections for vitamin deficiencies, diabetes and migraines.

Internal Medicine – California Department of Corrections and Rehab, Philip Tafoya MD Substance Abuse treatment: conducted initial patient consultations, decision to begin treatment based on DSM-5 criteria, follow-up of treatment progress. Hepatitis C treatment: initial consultation/interpretation of labs, treatment progress and completion follow-ups. Wound Care: Evaluated and developed treatment plans for poorly healing wounds. Transgender care: Assisted in evaluations and counseling for patients who are currently transitioning. Primary Care: chronic care follow-ups, initial consultations, acute care treatment. Pediatrics – United Care Medical, Alfred Lavi MD

Reviewed vaccination schedules, performed growth chart evaluations, physical exams including assessment of developmental milestones. Diagnosed and treated common pediatric conditions: skin rashes, URIs, GI problems, ear infections.

General Surgery – Emanate Health, Edwin Edillon MD Performed clinical evaluation of patients to determine need for surgery. Preoperative and postoperative patient bedside rounding, patient education, and clinical follow-ups. First assist on procedures such as radical mastectomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair, necrotizing fasciitis wound debridement and small bowel obstruction. Work Experience Emergency Medical Technician – Wound Care Specialists February 2017 – June 2018 Direct patient care addressing pressure ulcers, venous stasis ulcers, diabetic wound care and draining of wounds. Extensive chemical and mechanical wound debridement with thorough assessment of wound healing. Placement of specific dressings and wound vac as needed. Feeding tube placement and removal. Provided accurate progress notes regarding wound healing, infection or any additional care needed. Medical Assistant – California State University Student Health Center September 2015 – March 2017 Triaged and appropriately allocated patient to the optimal level of care warranted. Prepared patient charts and updated patient medical history. Assisted in various procedures such as suturing, splinting, rapid strep, bacterial swabs, EKGs.

Clinical Care Extender – Dignity Health June 2014 – August 2015 Measured and recorded all vitals, performed EKGs as needed. Rounded on patient in Med Surg Units, providing postoperative patient care including bedding changes, dressing changes, assisted feedings and ambulation. Deliver and retrieve items from labs, addressed call lights and aided in the proper transport/discharge of patients. Volunteer Experience Skilled Nursing Facilities – Quality Health Screenings Special Olympics Semi-Finals – First Aid

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training – Emergency Disaster Training Activities Recreation & Care for Individuals w/ Developmental Disabilities – Special Olympics Training Research Experience Western University of Health Sciences July 2019 – July 2020 Research Thesis Topic: Tumor treatment fields for treatment of glioblastoma Thorough analysis of research to determine efficacy of tumor treatment fields to reduce rapid recurrence and size of glioblastoma tumors. Presented statistical evidence in support of thesis to colleges and classmates. California State University June 2016 – February 2017 Research Thesis Topic: Correlations between relative power output in VJT in correlation with sprint performance Thorough analysis of research to determine the correlation between performance of specific tests to sprint performance when taking in to account physiological differences between male and females such as muscle mass and body size. Headed the clinical research presentation for kinesiology professors and students. Honors and Awards Western University of Health Sciences – Dean’s List California State University Los Angeles – Dean’s List Magna Cum Laude Academic Honors President’s List Certification and Memberships Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

The American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) Skills EMR: Amazing Charts MediTech Practice Fusion Allscripts Prime Clinical System Cerner Interpersonal: Ability to work independently as well as lead and organize small groups using effective communication and problem-solving skills in a fast-past clinical setting among diverse patient populations. References Thomas Anker DO

SC Physicians Group Inc

818-***-****

Philip Tafoya MD, CMO

California Department of Corrections and Rehab

951-***-****

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