Karen Andrea Garcia-Rueda
Physician, Internal Medicine, Cardiology
Bucaramanga
Summary
Knowledgeable Cardiologist well-versed in conducting and interpreting tests to assess cardiac health and develop effective treatment plans. Offering three years of experience in advanced cardiac care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiology Specialist
Fundación Cardiovascular De Colombia
08.2021 - Current
- Performed accurate diagnoses using advanced cardiac imaging techniques such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and angiographies.
- Placed and managed central venous lines and other invasive procedures in ICU patients.
- Apply knowledge of the clinical and biomedical sciences relevant to Cardiology
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed a diverse caseload of patients with varying degrees of cardiovascular disease complexity, ensuring optimal care for each individual case.
- Redeveloped business guidelines for financial assistance to balance program goals and budgetary constraints.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential integration into the cardiology department to improve diagnostic capabilities.
- Developed preventive strategies for at-risk populations through community outreach programs focused on heart health education and awareness.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing personalized treatment plans for cardiac patients.
- Coordinated care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other specialists involved in complex cardiac procedures to ensure seamless treatment experiences for patients.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on heart health and lifestyle management.
- Conducted Bruce Protocol treadmill tests to evaluate heart's effectiveness and interpreted results.
- Made patient rounds, observed conditions of patient and notified medical care team of changes to health status of patients under care.
- Delivered attending and consultation services to patients to diagnose and treat cardiology conditions.
- Provided expert consultations to primary care physicians regarding specialized cardiovascular conditions.
- Served as a key member of hospital committees dedicated to improving quality standards related to cardiac care services provided.
- Managed patients' conditions before, during and after cardiac surgery.
- Collaborated with colleagues and other staff to develop policies and procedures for cardiac care.
- Improved clinical outcomes by staying current with the latest advancements in cardiology research and incorporating them into practice.
- Led efforts to achieve and maintain accreditation from relevant regulatory bodies, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in cardiology practice.
- Optimized workflow within the cardiology department, resulting in faster response times to critical situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for complex cardiovascular cases.
- Implemented protocols that improved emergency response time during acute cardiac events such as myocardial infarctions or arrhythmias.
- Contributed to ongoing research projects aimed at advancing the field of cardiology and improving patient outcomes.
- Addressed life-threatening heart problems by administering drugs, ordering additional tests and completing invasive procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction through empathetic communication and listening skills, fostering strong doctor-patient relationships.
- Stayed up to date on latest research regarding indicators of heart disease and treatment options.
- Completed daily rounds with patients to check conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Physician
Hospital Santa Margarita
08.2015 - 05.2016
- Educated patients on preventative measures, contributing to a decrease in hospital readmissions.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists, and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Implemented individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
- Developed strong rapport with colleagues and staff members, promoting teamwork within the workplace environment.
Education
Postgraduate Education - Heart Failure
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
Medellin, Colombia 05.2001 -
Postgraduate Education - Echocardiography
Fundacion Universitaria FCV
Florida, Colombia 05.2001 -
Postgraduate Education - Cardiology
Universidad De Antioquia
Medellin, Colombia 05.2001 -
Postgraduate Education - Internal Medicine
Universidad De Antioquia
Medellin, Colombia 05.2001 -
M.D. - Physician
Universidad De Antioquia
Medellin, Colombia 05.2001 -
Skills
Patient Education
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Poster at Congresses:
1.Asociación entre la prescripción preingreso de terapia cuádruple y mortalidad hospitalaria en pacientes con insuficiencia cardiaca y fracción de eyección reducida. XIII International Symposium of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
2. Effectiveness of a center of excellence on the quality of life of patients with ADHF. Real-world data analysis. XXX Colombian Congress of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
3. Factors associated with in-hospital prescription and discharge of SGLT2 inhibitors in patients with acute decompensated heart failure. XXX Colombian Congress of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
4. Early initiation of SGLT2i at hospital level in acute decompensated heart failure.XXX Colombian Congress of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
5. Institutional registry of decompensated heart failure “ICARUS”: justification, design and preliminary results of 1595 cases of ADHF. XXX Colombian Congress of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
Conference at congresses:
1. MasterClass in Advanced Heart Failure at the XXIX Colombian Congress of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
2. Questions to the expert: Aortic insufficiency. XIII International Symposium of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
3. Duel of the titans: Mitraclip. XIII International Symposium of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
4. Secondary prevention of cardiovascular risk, what's new. V Colombian Congress of Vascular Medicine
5. Pre-surgical optimization in patients with heart failure. II International Symposium of Cardiovascular Surgery
Publication
1. Acta Médica Colombiana vol. 45 No. 1 (2020) - Original works. Microbiological diagnosis in febrile neutropenia secondary to chemotherapy for hematological malignancy
2. Revista Colombiana de Cardiología, 29(6), 629-639. Epub December 27, 2022. Predictive factors of mortality in patients with coronary artery disease and involvement of the left main trunk.
3. Acta Médica Colombiana vol. 46 No. 4 (2021). Current treatment of heart failure with reduced ejection fraction: Systematic review of new therapies.
4. Arch Cardiol Mex. 2023 Apr 5;93(2):246248. Preeclampsia and segmental contractility disorders, a rare scenario
5. Front Cardiovasc Med. 2021 Nov 29;8:751415. Cardiovascular Biomarkers and Diastolic Dysfunction in Patients With Chronic Chagas Cardiomyopathy.
6. Arch Cardiol Mex. 2022 Apr 4;92(2):230-241. Incidence, functional impact and predictive factors for the presentation of complications associated with radial access for coronary angiography evaluated through ultrasonography, hospital cohort
7. Revista Médica Clínica Las Condes, Volume 33, Issue 3, 2022. Current status of ventricular assistance and artificial heart
Timeline
Cardiology Specialist
Fundación Cardiovascular De Colombia
08.2021 - Current
Physician
Hospital Santa Margarita
08.2015 - 05.2016
Postgraduate Education - Heart Failure
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
05.2001 -
Postgraduate Education - Echocardiography
Fundacion Universitaria FCV
05.2001 -
Postgraduate Education - Cardiology
Universidad De Antioquia
05.2001 -
Postgraduate Education - Internal Medicine
Universidad De Antioquia
05.2001 -
M.D. - Physician
Universidad De Antioquia
05.2001 -
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