I am interested in advancing medicine and improving the work environment for current physicians I am constantly striving to improve patient care and outcomes I am on the regional provider committee and I am also on peer review committee
Natalie Pedersen
Peoria
Summary
Adept at patient diagnosis and education, I have significantly improved patient care quality through innovative clinical policies at Accoalde Nursing Home in Peoria and East Peoria. I have an outpatient practice as well and have done hospitalist work for 4 years. Recently transitioned to fully outpatient with addition of the nursing homes. My expertise in preventive medicine and wellness education, combined with a commitment to mentoring and medical research, has fostered professional growth and enhanced patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical-doctor
Carle Health
04.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough physical examinations and diagnostic tests, leading to accurate diagnoses and timely medical interventions.
- Reviewed patient allergies, problems, medications, and immunization statuses.
- Educated patients and families on benefits of healthy diet and adequate exercise.
- Evaluated new pharmaceuticals'' safety profiles by participating in clinical trials which contributed towards their eventual approval.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities keeping up-to-date with advancements within respective fields remaining competitive amongst peers.
- Mentored junior physicians and medical students, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
Medical Director of Nursing Home
Accoalde
08.2022 - Current
- Managed multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration between various healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
- Focused on preventive care and proactive identification in care management of high-risk patients to lower costs.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing new clinical policies and procedures.
- Assessed performance of medical care, equipment, supplies and pharmaceutical drugs.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
Medical-doctor
Unity Point Health Methodist
09.2019 - 03.2023
- Conducted thorough physical examinations and diagnostic tests, leading to accurate diagnoses and timely medical interventions.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities keeping up-to-date with advancements within respective fields remaining competitive amongst peers.
- Mentored junior physicians and medical students, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
- Established strong relationships with patients and their families, fostering trust and commitment to the healthcare plan.
Education
M.D. - Internal Medicine Residency
University of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics
Iowa City, IA06-2019
M.D. - Medicine
SIU School Of Medicine
Springfield, IL05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology
University of Illinois
Champaign, IL05-2011
Skills
- Patient education
- Physical examination
- Patient assessment
- Treatment Planning
- Medication prescription
- Patient diagnosis
- Health assessments
- Medical research
- Medication administration
- Preventive medicine
- Wellness education
Interests
Timeline
Medical-doctor
Carle Health
04.2023 - Current
Medical Director of Nursing Home
Accoalde
08.2022 - Current
Medical-doctor
Unity Point Health Methodist
09.2019 - 03.2023
M.D. - Internal Medicine Residency
University of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics
M.D. - Medicine
SIU School Of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Integrative Biology
University of Illinois
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