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Major
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1987-1988: Elkins Inter-Mountain Newspaper, Elkins, West Virginia.
Worked as a stringer for Barbour County, where I attended college and
wrote human interest pieces as well as other assignments as appropriate.
1987-1991: Public Relations Department, Alderson-Broaddus College,
Philippi, West Virginia, 26416. Responsible for writing articles of
local interest as well as human interest pieces concerning students and
their interactions with the local community. Harvey Lee, Supervisor.
1987-1990: Grant Writing with Barbara Smith, Chairperson of the English
Department at Alderson-Broaddus College, assisting in establishing the
first hospice program for Barbour County in West Virginia.
1996-1999: Medical Articles for McCann Communications. Contact: Dave
Peden, Editor, McCann Publications, PO Box 5919, Eugene, Oregon
97405-0911.
1997-1999: Freelance Medical Writer for "The Mining Company," now known
as "About.Com." Responsible for writing weekly articles concerning
medical issues in primary care as well as directing consumers to
information about the topic on the Internet.
1996-1999: Paradigm Times Newspaper, 24 Pleasant Street, Epping, NH,
03042. Responsible for writing a number of assignments as contracted
with Michelene B. Cleary, Editor.
1996-1997: "The Medical Reporter", an Internet site developed by Joel
Cooper, editor. Published a detailed article concerning Parkinson’s
Disease. Article was published in January, 1997.
1996-1999: "Advance Magazine for Physician Assistants." Article,
entitled “The Internet for Physician Assistants,” was published in March
1997, which detailed the use of the Internet for the PA Profession.
Contact: Michael Gerchufsky, Editor, at Merion Publications, 2900
Horizon Drive, King of Prussia, PA 19406.
1996-1999: Academic Consulting International, Daniel K. Berman, Ph.D.,
Director. Wrote many academic articles that related to various genre and
topics. Copy became a product of ACI and therefore, it is impossible to
provide copy. A few samples are available upon request. E-Mail: aci@netcom.com
1999: Medical Office Projects, published in 1999. South-Western
Educational Publishing Company, Cincinnati, Ohio. ISBN: 0-538-7216-X.
Project that offers students in a post-secondary educational setting an
environment that will enable him or her to learn the functions of a
working medical office, particularly at the front of the office. Project
was published complete with computer diskettes that offer hands-on
experience as the student follows the booklet(s).
Selected Specific Writing Accomplishments:
“Nursing Home and Welfare Reform.” 5 January 1998. PA Today, A Biweekly
Newsmagazine for Physician Assistants. Great Valley Publishing Company,
PA
“Vitamins and Minerals.” Online. WWW. 15 May, 1997. URL: [http://www.fitnesslink.com/food/vitnmin.htm].
“When the Weather Changes: Change Your Thoughts about Safety.” November,
1998. Paradigm Times, Inc., Epping, NH.
“The Internet for Physician Assistants.” March 1997. "Advance Magazine
for Physician Assistants," Merion Publications, 2900 Horizon Drive, King
of Prussia, PA 19406-0956.
“Working with the Web-Savvy Patient: The Patients want Collaboration,
Not Decrees, Experts Say.” Written for "Physician's Practice Magazine,"
100 South Charles Street, 13th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, Online.
WWW. 15 August, 1998. URL: [http://www.ppdnet.com/content/netdisc/websavvy.htm].
“Going Online For Your CME Needs.” September, 1997. "Advance Magazine
for Physician Assistants", Merion Publications, 2900 Horizon Drive, King
of Prussia, PA 19406-0956.
“A Little Boy Awakes.” A short story written for the newly developing
newspaper that offered an insight into the relationship between a boy
and his mother. November, 1998. Paradigm Times, Epping, NH
“Mixing the Medicines.” An informative project that offers the reader
some of the major precautions involved with mixing some medications with
others, particularly as they apply to over-the-counter medications.
October, 1998. Paradigm Times, Epping, NH.
“You Are What You Eat.” Written for McCann Publications; Dave Peden,
Editor, McCann Publications (as previously listed above).
“Metabolic Functions of Bacteria: An Understanding of Evolution.”
Academic thesis that involved thorough research concerning the function
and evolution of the simplest forms of bacteria and their evolving
resistance. Written for a firm that wishes to remain unnamed. Copy
Available.
Major contributor to the “Health File” magazine for Tift General
Hospital in Tifton, Georgia. Researched, wrote four articles, namely:
(1). “That Throbbing Headache: Is There Any Relief?”
(2). “Bed Wetting: A Common But Treatable Problem”
(3). “New Dexxa Scanner at Tift General Hospital Helps Diagnose
Osteoporosis”
(4). “We’re On the Move at Summit Rehabilitation at Tift General
Hospital.”
Before writing the articles, interviews were completed with four
physicians, each with his or her own interests involved with the
timeliness and appropriateness of the materials. Published in spring,
1997. Copy available.
“Hidden Allergens and Cross Reactivity in Foods: A Pediatric Quagmire,"
written for "Infectious Diseases in Children," a major monthly journal
that is distributed to physicians and other health care providers.
Worked closely with Marie Rosenthal, editor. Publication is a subsidiary
of SLACK, Incorporated, 6900 Grove Road, Thorofare, N.J. 08086 Published
January, 1998.
"Resurgence of B-hemolytic Streptococcal Pharyngitis: Is it Becoming a
Problem?" Written for "Infectious Diseases in Children." Published
October, 1997, Vol 10, Number 10.
"Education is the Key to Avoiding Child Care Infections." Written for
"Infectious Diseases in Children." Published in October, 1997. Vol 10,
Number 10.
"Infectious Disease Outbreak Blamed on Poor Hygiene." Written for
"Infectious Diseases Magazine," written for "Infectious Diseases in
Children," a major monthly journal that is distributed to physicians and
other health care providers. Worked closely with Marie Rosenthal,
editor. Publication is a subsidiary of SLACK, Incorporated, 6900 Grove
Road, Thorofare, N.J. 08086 Published January, 2000 October 1999.
"Risk Perception for Occupational Exposure in Pediatric Nursing is Low."
Written for "Infectious Disease Magazine," written for "Infectious
Diseases in Children," a major monthly journal that is distributed to
physicians and other health care providers. Worked closely with Marie
Rosenthal, editor. Publication is a subsidiary of SLACK, Incorporated,
6900 Grove Road, Thorofare, N.J. 08086 Published January, 1998.
Neonatal Peripheral Lines: May be Real Risk in Bacteremia." Written for
"Infectious Disease Magazine," same as above.
"Be on the Lookout for Aquatic Dermatoses," Infectious Diseases in
Children, May, 1997, Volume 10, Number 5., Page 26.
"Conjunctivitis: To Treat or Not to Treat," Infectious Diseases in
Children, Volume 10, Number 8, August, 1997, Pages 8-9.
"Kawasaki's Disease Should Raise Suspicion for Coronary Artery Disease,"
Infections Diseases in Children, Volume 10, Number 10, October, 1997.,
Pages 46-47.
"Household Pets Can Become Vectors for Disease," Infectious Diseases in
Children, Volume 10, Number 10, October, 1997. Pages 76-77.
"Poor Staff Hygiene Leads to Respiratory Syncytial Virus Outbreak,"
Infectious Diseases in Children, Volume 10, Number 11, November, 1997.
"Hey Doc! I Got Sugar." Article written in a monthly publication for
Franck's Pharmacy, a privately owned pharmacy in Ocala, Florida. Contact
Paul Franck at Paul@Francks.Com.
Some examples of work for Elkins-Inter-Mountain Newspaper include:
(1). "Barbour Votech Co-Op Program Paying Dividends," published on
October 19, 1998. Copy available.
(2). "90 Year-Old Charter Member to Help Celebrate Bethel Church 75th
Homecoming," published on August 24, 1998. Photography completed by
writer. Copy available.
(3). "Traveler's From 48 States, 10 Countries Visit The Philippi
Museum," published on September 8, 1998. Copy Available.
(4). "Model of Philippi Covered Bridge Constructed by A-B Student," a
story that was prompted by a fellow student who attended my alma-mater.
Published on September 19, 1998.
(5). "Belington, Philippi, Weston Young People Granted Wishes by
Sunshine Foundation," an emotional-driven article that includes a
photograph taken by author. Published on August 26, 1988.
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Experience:
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Surrey
Place of Ocala, Ocala FL: Physician Assistant (2000 - 2003)
Employed as in independent contracting Physician Assistant, following
more than 100 patients/residents who were in the facility for multiple
medical problems, including strokes (CVA), hip fractures (THA), as well
as multiple forms of neurological problems. Resigned from the position
due to severe back pain that became worse following an automobile
accident in 1988, during my second year as a student in the Physician
Assistant Program.
Citra Family Health, Citra FL: Physician Assistant, Primary Care (1999 -
2003)
Employed as a Physician Assistant in a newly developed rural health care
facility in the area, where 400 patients were assigned upon my arrival,
following the resignation of a former physician assistant. Within a
three year period, the total patient load was increased from
approximately 400 to over 3,000. Also instrumental in developing the
first and only Quality Improvement Program (or Performance Improvement
Program), which did not exist prior to my arrival. Continued to write
articles for various newspapers and publications during my tenure at the
facility. Resigned from the position in 2003 for medical reasons.
Ashburn Family Medical Center, Ashburn GA: Physician Assistant (1994 -
1998)
Employed as the sole Physician Assistant in a rural health care
facility. Responsible for the care of more than 2,000 patients as well
as those shared with the attending physician. Worked with a nearby
nursing home, caring for patients/residents who were in the long-term
care facility for various reasons, including strokes, hip fractures,
knee replacements, etc. Wrote a column in the local newspaper, The
WireGrass Farmer, writing biweekly articles concerning various topics of
interest concerning medicine for the immediate community. Copy available
upon request.
Freelance Med-Write, Lowell Fl: Published Freelance Writer (1991 -
present)
Responsible for writing and editing copy as requested by multiple
companies, corporations, or individuals.
Southern Hills Rehabilitation Hospital, Princeton WV: Physician
Assistant (1991 - 1994)
Employed as the first and only Physician Assistant for a newly developed
physical and occupational rehabilitation hospital in Princeton, West
Virginia. Responsible for the overall care and development of
patients/residents enrolled in various rehabilitation programs,
including hip fractures (ORIF), knee replacements (THA) as well as
various forms of neurological problems, such as strokes (CVA) and head
traumas. Was instrumental in assisting with the development of the first
head trauma unit in the general area. Attending Physician: Susan
Bertrand, M.D. |