Gregory Mesa, PA-C, MHS

***** ********** *****, ************, ** 28078

Cell: 828-***-**** Email: adnhfg@r.postjobfree.com

Summary

Physician Associate with 25 years of experience in healthcare delivery covering a broad range of medical conditions and patient populations. I seek full-time employment that utilizes the depth & breadth of my skills, energy, and passion for providing quality patient-oriented care. I am a problem-solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced, dynamically exciting environment.

Areas of Expertise/Experience

Special interest in metabolic syndrome, diabetes & dyslipidemia, obesity & related health conditions

Minor office procedures – joint injections/aspirations, trigger point injections, aesthetic injections & fillers, wound closures.

Conversational Spanish

Bicultural

Essential Provider Competencies

Medical competence, understanding complex patient presentations and have the ability to synthesize pathophysiology, clinical presentation, patient management, health promotion & disease prevention

A broad foundation of knowledge incorporating the best principles of evidence-based practices to accurately screen and diagnose medical conditions

Emotionally intelligent, mature, compassionate, detail-oriented, possessing an investigative mind and analytical thinking skills.

Applicable Skills

Diagnose and treat common urgent care problems including URI's, bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis, pharyngitis, mononucleosis, asthma exacerbations, UTI's, otitis media and externa, conjunctivitis, corneal abrasion, migraines, gastroenteritis, fractures/dislocations, allergic reactions.

Experience in the management of chronic medical illness such as, but not limited to: diabetes mellitus, chronic bronchitis, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, heart failure, obesity, chronic pain syndromes, thyroid disease, cirrhosis, and chemical dependency.

Procedures: I and D's, closure of wounds via sutures, staples and Dermabond; wound and skin care, injections, aseptic and isolation techniques, venipuncture, initiation of intravenous infusions, placement of NG tubes, collection of cultures, arterial blood draws, CPR, placement of catheters, eye examination using fluoroscein and Woods light.

Extensive practice in the area of pediatrics and adolescent medicine including well child/adolescent exams, screening sports physicals, infant care and nutrition, disorders of the bladder and bowel, the effective management of ADHD, eating disorders, and childhood behavioral problems.

Women's health including Papanicolaou cytology smears, wet mount and KOH prep, evaluation and management of abnormal uterine bleeding, menopause, osteoporosis, contraceptive initiation and surveillance as well as basic obstetric care.

The ability to focus on mental health as it effects physiological well-being.

The skill to work in a diverse and multicultural environment, with people of all socioeconomic backgrounds.

Strengths: Commitment to lifelong learning, diligence, integrity, attention to detail, and working well with patients and staff.

Professional Experience

Blue Ridge Community Health Center – Physician Associate provider, Migrant Care Coordinator

Primary care provider in a fast-paced, rural, community health center. Involved in all aspects of patient care across the lifespan, including; detailed history, physical examinations, development and implementation of treatment plans, prescription of medications, ordering and interpretation of laboratory tests and diagnostic studies, as well as in-office surgical procedures. Developed programs to improve access to care and address unique medical issues of migrant workers

Highland Medical Associates – Owner, Physician Associate, Practice Administrator

First PA-owned primary care practice in Western NC

Specialized in a variety of in-office procedures including joint injections/aspirations, trigger point injections

Emphasis on neurological disorders - sleep disorders, migraines, dementias, Alzheimer’s disease

Responsible for administration of all facets of the practice

Provided general medical care in the areas of family medicine, women’s health, urgent care

Provided diagnostic testing to include CLIA-waved lab, PFTs, & CPET

Highland Medical Sleep Lab – Owner, Physician Associate, Operations Manager

Created a 2-bed Sleep Disorder lab providing overnight PSGs & CPAP titrations, as well as daytime MSLTs

Complete Laser Clinic – Physician Associate provider, Obesity Medicine & Aesthetics

Bariatrics - treating and preventing obesity and obesity-related diseases with a holistic approach through a combination of lifestyle modifications, behavioral therapy, diet, exercise, & medication therapies.

Aesthetics – providing non-surgical cosmetic medical treatments to patients

First Responder Diagnostics – Owner, Physician Associate, Operations Manager

Developed comprehensive CPET testing for over 1,000 area firefighters & first responders

Margaret R. Pardee Memorial Hospital ED Dept – Physician Associate provider

Diagnosing & treating a wide variety of emergent medical conditions in an ER setting

Pardee Urgent Care – Physician Associate provider

Treating a broad range of acute & chronic medical conditions

Occupational Health

Education

Duke University, 1998-2000

Masters of Health Sciences, Physician Associate Studies

University of Florida, 1994-1998

Bachelor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

Research Project: Insulin Resistance & Glucose Metabolism

Post-graduate studies in Health & Human Nutrition

Palm Beach Community College, 1993-1994

Associate of Chemistry

Certifications & Licenses

NC Physician Associate License – current

NCCPA Certification – current

DEA Registration – eligible

BLS & ACLS for the healthcare provider, completed Spring of 2021

Honors, Awards, & Recognition

National Health Service Corps Scholar, 1998-2000

Professional Associations

American Academy of Physician Associates

North Carolina Academy of Physician Associates

American Academy of Family Physicians

Employment, Other

Home Helpers - Consultant, Care Provider

Blue Ridge Community College – Adjunct Professor

North American Biologicals, Inc – Physician Substitute, Specialty Products Coordinator

Palm Beach County EMS – EMT/1st Responder

American Red Cross – Services Coordinator

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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