Internal Medicine Healthcare Administration

Mahshid Salehi, MHA (Candidate)

Springfield, VA 571-***-**** ****************@*****.*** [LinkedIn Profile]

Professional Summary

Experienced Internal Medicine Specialist with over 27 years in clinical practice, now transitioning into healthcare administration. Currently pursuing a Master of Healthcare Administration at the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) with a 4.0 GPA. Passionate about optimizing healthcare systems, strategic management, long-term care administration, and public health initiatives.

Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, healthcare policy compliance, and electronic health records (EHR) management. Adept at driving quality improvement, cost-effective care strategies, and enhancing patient-centered outcomes.

Education

Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) University of Maryland Global Campus

Candidate, Expected Graduation: October 2025

GPA: 4.0

Completed Courses:

oHCAD 630 - Public Health Administration (A)

oHCAD 640 - Financial Management for Healthcare Organizations (A)

oHCAD 625 - The Business of Healthcare (A)

oHCAD 610 - Information Technology for Healthcare Administration (A)

oHCAD 620 - The U.S. Healthcare System (A)

oMGMT 615 - Organizational Behavior (A)

oMGMT 650 - Statistical Managerial Decision Making (A)

oHCAD 600 - Introduction to Healthcare Administration (A)

Doctor of Medicine - Internal Medicine

Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Thesis: Relationship of R-R Variability in ECG with Ischemia

Permanent Medical Practice License in Isfahan, Iran

General Practitioner Degree

Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Iran

Thesis: The Outcome of Different Surgical Methods in the Repair of Tetralogy of Fallot

Professional Experience

Internal Medicine Specialist

Social Security Organization, Iran (Sep 2002 – Jul 2020)

Managed high-volume patient care, treating up to 25 patients daily in emergency and internal medicine units.

Led chronic disease management programs, implementing EHR solutions for efficient patient follow-up.

Ensured regulatory compliance with healthcare policies, including quality assurance and patient safety initiatives.

Coordinated interdisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes and resource utilization.

Developed cost-effective care strategies, balancing financial constraints with quality treatment delivery.

General Practitioner

Private Office & Health and Treatment Network, Iran (Oct 1991 – Jan 1997)

Provided primary care to diverse patient populations, managing acute and chronic conditions.

Collaborated with local health organizations to deliver preventive care and health education programs.

Key Competencies

Healthcare Administration & Operations Management

Strategic Planning & Financial Management

Regulatory Compliance (HIPAA, OSHA)

Quality Improvement & Patient Safety

Electronic Health Records (EHR) Implementation

Chronic Disease Management

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Data-Driven Decision-Making

Certifications & Licenses

Certified in CPR (May 2022)

Life Insurance License (Sep 2021)

Permanent Medical License, Isfahan, Iran

Honors & Memberships

Upsilon Phi Delta Honor Society (Aug 2024)

National Society of Leadership and Success (Aug 2022)

Volunteer & Research Activities

Conducted chronic disease self-care training for patients with diabetes and hypertension (2015–2017).

Participated in research on hypothyroidism prevalence in high school students in Iran.

Studied the relationship between Vitamin D deficiency and academic performance in primary school students.

Served as a key member of the disability commission of the Social Security Organization in Iran, assessing work-related disability cases.

Languages

English: Proficient

Farsi: Native

Technology & Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Healthcare Management Software

Statistical Analysis

Electronic Health Records

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