JOSE LUIS GARCIA
Bogota, CL 24A 57-69 I7304
Summary
Skilled International Medical Graduate (IMG) with extensive experience in patient care, diagnosis and providing quality medical services. Adept at managing medical teams and resolving complex medical cases with utmost precision. Possesses outstanding organizational and communication skills. Enthusiastic Student Teacher with good leadership and interpersonal skills. Talented in providing strong quality instruction and creating positive learning environments. Dedicated to helping supportive, stimulating, and learning-focused classroom environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
3
3
Languages
Work History
Sports Medicine Physician
Veteran Affairs and Inclusive Rehabilitation Center
04.2019 - Current
- Provided specialized care for 5 diverse populations, including users with disabilities, geriatric population, and sports medicine cases.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated 40 users per week with multiple medical conditions.
- Increased customers satisfaction around 20% by promoting a safe training environment and improving service opportunity and quality
- Collaborated with five multidisciplinary teams to ensure proper recovery and rehabilitation for disabled athletes
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures
- Provided guidance and mentorship every three months to 2-4 graduate students in their institutional practice.
University Professor
Manuela Beltran University
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Developed innovative teaching methods to adapt to diverse learning styles, resulting in improved student engagement and participation
- Assisted 4 graduate students' research projects per year with data collection, cleaning and data analysis
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-world examples and case studies into lectures
- Assisted in program 1 accreditation processes, ensuring compliance with academic standards set forth by governing bodies
- Enhanced research quality by implementing rigorous methodologies and data analysis techniques
- Conducted comprehensive 10 literature reviews per group to identify gaps in knowledge and develop research projects.
Team Physician
UCAD - District Institute for Recreation & Sports
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Register 25 medical history and medical exams per week for accurate diagnoses and treatment
- Improved patient outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily work routine, enhancing overall effectiveness of clinical decision-making and patient outcomes
- Conducted 2 monthly on-field medical competition support, assessing and treating acute sports-related injuries
- Led a multidisciplinary team of four exercise professionals for conventional and Paralympic sports athletes
- Coordinate and schedule 2 meetings per week with trainers and the administrative department.
Team Physician
UCAD - District Institute for Recreation & Sports
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Organize, administer and provide medical care services assuring players safe return to play for 15 elite athletes.
- Thoroughly examined patients and elicited medical history data for 20 athletes each week to use in assessing health and identifying conditions
- Provided emergent medical care and treatment for sport related injuries and illnesses
- Lead a team of 3 applied sports and exercise sciences professionals
- Served as a mentor of 3 medical Sports Medicine residents every 3 months, fostering growth in clinical knowledge and practical skills.
Telephone Survey Agent
Saine Marketing
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Conducted 4 surveys per hour in a 6 hour shift facilitating customer answers, registering data and reporting results
- Demonstrate respect and willingness to help customers efficiently
- Improved customer satisfaction by conducting thorough and accurate telephone surveys per shift to project managers
- Improved customer satisfaction by conducting thorough and accurate telephone surveys
- Adhered to strict privacy guidelines, safeguarding confidential respondent information at all times.
Personal Trainer
Extreme Life Fitness
01.2010 - 03.2010
- Evaluate 8 customers' fitness status and health condition each month.
- Designed 8 exercise programs and specific workouts based on the client's performance and needs.
- Educated 8 clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
Education
Master of Science - Health And Exercise Sciences
05.2015
Master of Medical Science - Sports Medicine
02.2002
M.D. - Medicine
07.1994
Skills
Medical Expertise
Advanced Physiology and Laboratory Management Knowledge
Teaching Mentoring
Scientific Communication
Data Analysis and Report
Problem-solving abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
CPR Certified
Certification
- Completion Certificate. Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT). Course for Healthcare Professionals. University of British Columbia Division of Continuing Professional Development - 2022.
- Certificate. Data Analysis and Big Data. CET - Colsubsidio, CO - Airbus Group - 2021.
- Certified Basic Life Support & Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association - 2021
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Accomplishments
- Participant. Biomechanics Research in Quebec Conference. 2014 McGill - University, Montreal, Canada. Abstract Presentation: “Balance in trans-tibial amputees while standing on the
non-amputated side” - Participant. World Congress International Society for Posture & Gait Research 2014 - Vancouver, Canada. Poster Presentation: “Balance is affected in trans-tibial amputees during single-legged standing on the sound limb.”
- Documented and resolved Data cleaning and analysis which led to accurate research results.
- MA Graduate Department. University “Manuela Beltrán”. Bogotá, Colombia. Bases Conference 2017. Nottingham, UK. Abstract. Biomechanical correlation analysis of capoeira movement "Meia Lua de Compasso", among three different level practitioners in Bogota.
- Scholarship. Alexander Graham Bell Canadá Graduate Scholarships. Natural Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) - Montreal CA, 2011.
- Graduate Scholarship - Faculty of Arts and Science, Concordia University - CA, 2010.
- "Honors Mention" professor at “Del Rosario University - Physical Therapy program - COL, 2009.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations
- Membership. Colombian Association of Sport's Medicine Physicians (AMEDCO)
- Membership. American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) | 2015 - 2017
- Membership. International Society for Posture & Gait Research | 2014 - 2015
Timeline
Sports Medicine Physician - Veteran Affairs and Inclusive Rehabilitation Center
04.2019 - Current
Team Physician - UCAD - District Institute for Recreation & Sports
08.2018 - 04.2019
University Professor - Manuela Beltran University
01.2017 - 07.2019
Team Physician - UCAD - District Institute for Recreation & Sports
01.2016 - 08.2017
Telephone Survey Agent - Saine Marketing
01.2013 - 01.2014
Personal Trainer - Extreme Life Fitness
01.2010 - 03.2010
Concordia University - Master of Science, Health And Exercise Sciences
El Bosque University - Master of Medical Science, Sports Medicine
School of Medicine - University of Cartagena - M.D., Medicine
- Completion Certificate. Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT). Course for Healthcare Professionals. University of British Columbia Division of Continuing Professional Development - 2022.
- Certificate. Data Analysis and Big Data. CET - Colsubsidio, CO - Airbus Group - 2021.
- Certified Basic Life Support & Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association - 2021
Experience Reports And Presentations
- Research Advisor, Graduate Department, University Manuela Beltrán, Bogotá, Colombia, 2016
- Bases Conference 2017, Nottingham, UK, Nottingham, UK, Biomechanical correlation analysis of capoeira movement Meia Lua de Compasso, among three different practitioner levels in Bogota.
- Thesis report, Department of Exercise Science, Concordia University, Concordia, Canada, 2014, Dr. Nancy St-Onge, Trans-Tibial Amputation as a Model to Evaluate the Role of Cutaneous Sensation, Muscular Strength, and Proprioception in Balance.
- Participant, World Congress International Society for Posture & Gait Research, Vancouver, 2014, Balance is affected in trans-tibial amputees during single-legged standing on the sound limb.
Personal Information
Title: Medical Doctor - M.D., Masters of Medical Science, Masters of Science Exercise Sciences & Healthcare Professional
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