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Tonya Robinson
Warner Robins,GA
Summary
Empathetic and deeply compassionate physician with 14 years of professional healthcare experience on a mission to empower patients to live healthier, more rewarding lives through the provision of accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare, tailored to their individual needs. Accomplished in working with medically under-served communities where resources are limited, requiring creativity in navigating these healthcare environments. Well-versed in communicating with diverse communities and cultures. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel in the community engagement and healthcare industry. Personal recipe for success includes vision, passion and integrity.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Health Services Consultant
Impacting Community Health Consultation Services
Warner Robins, GA
01.2022 - Current
- Performed evaluation and needs assessment services for local underserved communities, leading to overall 32% improvement in access to adequate and affordable health services.
- Provided grant eligibility research services along with assistance in grant writing for local communities to fund nonprofit health services in these medically underserved communities.
- Built and established strong relationships with community health centers and providers, enabling long-term partnerships.
- Generated leads and located opportunities for market expansion and business growth.
Parental Caregiver
Self-employeed
Warner Robins, GA
12.2019 - 12.2021
- Performed daily living needs and proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
- Provided mental support and creative physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Assisted with 100% of activities of daily living including dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Care Connect Obstetrics And Gynecology
Cordele, GA
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Streamlined and improved quality of gynecologic and obstetrical surgeries through a revision of surgical protocols, leading to overall improvement in surgical outcomes.
- Worked closely with hospital nursing supervisor and staff in revision of obstetric processes, leading to improved delivery of care and increased patient satisfaction by 67%.
- Led aggressive patient education and patient-safety initiatives, with a special focus on protecting high-risk pregnancies and decreasing maternal morbidity and mortality rates, as well as preventing preterm deliveries.
- Evaluated patient feedback to brainstorm ways to improve patient access to health services and provide quality patient care.
- Mentored and trained nurse midwives to incorporate midwifery into the practice, alleviating physician burnout in 2 physician practice.
- Taught patients to use home health care equipment.
Medical Director
The Gateway Center, Inc
Cordele, GA
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Supervised non-profit organization providing training, prevention, intervention and treatment services to community, leading to 52% reduction and elimination of incidence of both sexual and physical abuse and neglect.
- Oversaw registered nurses in conduction of Sexual Assault Nurse Examinations (SANE) of victims of sexual assault, physical abuse and domestic violence to collect forensic evidence to be used in court of law.
- Collaborated with local. state and national resources to provided safe haven for victims of sexual assault and their families in immediate aftermath of assault.
- Conducted education and training on sexual assault prevention and crime victims' rights through presentations at schools, community centers, law enforcement, EMS and other public forums.
- Consulted with medical, business and community groups to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, coordinate activities and plans and promote health programs.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Crisp Women’s Center
Cordele, GA
09.2016 - 07.2019
- Implemented clinic processes and procedures leading to cohesion of clinic physicians, nurses and ancillary staff by employing this patient-centered, team-based methodology.
- Interviewed patients or representatives to identify problems relating to care.
- Coordinated communication between patients, family members, medical staff, administrative staff, and regulatory agencies.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients using medical and administrative knowledge increasing patient education; thereby increasing patient informed consent by 17%.
- Read current literature, talked with colleagues, continued education, or participated in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in medicine and technology.
- Provided consultation and training to medical students, nursing students and staff on topics, such as guest relations, patients' rights and medical issues.
- Provided full spectrum obstetrical and gynecological care and surgical services to women in immediate and surrounding communities. Traveled to local women's state prison to provide gynecological education, healthcare services and surgical services to inmates.
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Taylor Women’s Healthcare
Hawkinsville, GA
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Provided overall leadership of obstetrics and gynecology department as sole physician at this rural clinic, including 24 hour on-call availability to patients.
- Referred patients to appropriate health care services or resources.
- Developed and distributed newsletters, brochures and other printed materials to share information with patients and medical staff.
- Taught patients to use home health care equipment.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
Obstetrician
Gynecologist, Upson Women’s Services, LLC
Thomaston, GA
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Performed both inpatient and outpatient obstetrical and gynecologic care services and procedures while playing pivotal role in adoption of advanced surgical devices in operating room, decreasing length of hospital stay by 62%,
- Read current literature, talked with colleagues, continued education, or participated in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in medicine.
- Investigated and directed patient inquiries and complaints to appropriate medical staff members and followed up to ensure satisfactory resolution.
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) - Biology and Biochemistry
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Lewisburg, WV05.1993
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA05.1993
Skills
- Excellent Listening and Communication Skills
- Efficient and Detail-Oriented
- Multitasking and Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Cultural Awareness
- Needs Assessment
- Issue and Complaint Resolution
- Establishing and Maintaining Customer Relationships
- Administrative and Office Support
- Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
- Data Entry and Maintenance
- Document and Records Management
- Electronic Health Record Systems
Certification
- Licensed Physician - State of GA, Active since 2009
- Certified Basic Life Support Provider
- Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider
Affiliations
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- American Osteopathic Association
- Georgia Obstetrical and Gynecological Society
- Georgia Osteopathic Medical Association
Work Availability
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Quote
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Barack Obama
Timeline
Health Services Consultant
Impacting Community Health Consultation Services
01.2022 - Current
Parental Caregiver
Self-employeed
12.2019 - 12.2021
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Care Connect Obstetrics And Gynecology
07.2019 - 11.2019
Medical Director
The Gateway Center, Inc
01.2019 - 11.2019
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Crisp Women’s Center
09.2016 - 07.2019
Obstetrician/Gynecologist
Taylor Women’s Healthcare
07.2015 - 07.2016
Obstetrician
Gynecologist, Upson Women’s Services, LLC
01.2009 - 01.2015
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) - Biology and Biochemistry
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Spelman College