Dr. Jodi-Ann McKenzie
Kingston
Summary
Dedicated Private Family Physician with extensive experience, including family medicine, hospital based and independent primary care roles, excelling in chronic disease management and patient-centered care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate education and effective treatment plans. Skilled in administering vaccinations, minor surgical procedures and fostering community health initiatives. Strong background in patient-centered care, diagnosis, treatment planning and continuity of care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Family Physician
Safe Care Medical
04.2021 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine health status and treatment needs.
- Maintain high patient satisfaction through knowledgeable support and compassionate care.
- Administer or prescribe treatments.
- Review patient allergies, problems, medications, and immunization statuses.
- Manage chronic conditions effectively, monitoring progress and adjusting treatments as necessary for improved quality of life.
- Develop personalized care plans in collaboration with patients and healthcare teams.
- Coordinate referrals to specialists while ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Educate patients on preventive care, chronic disease management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
Medical Officer
SERHA
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Conducted patient assessments to determine diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Expedited triage processes to ensure timely attention was given to the most critical cases during high-volume periods at the Emergency Department.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care protocols.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve clinical outcomes.
- Mentored junior medical staff on best practices and procedural standards.
- Administered emergency medical care in high-pressure situations to stabilize patients before transport.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient assessment and treatment protocols.
Senior House Officer
SERHA
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Educated patients on preventive care practices and chronic disease management strategies.
- Implemented community health initiatives to promote wellness and increase access to healthcare services.
- Facilitated support groups for patients with common health concerns, fostering a sense of community and shared experience in overcoming challenges together.
- Improved patient satisfaction by implementing community-based healthcare initiatives.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing healthcare services, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted action plans to address identified gaps.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess patients'' living conditions and provide personalized medical care.
- Organized educational workshops for patients, promoting self-management of chronic conditions and improving treatment adherence.
- Implemented preventive medicine strategies to reduce the prevalence of chronic diseases in the community.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective follow-up care and patient education.
Internship
SERHA
07.2013 - 07.2014
- General Surgery
- Pediatrics
- Gynecology and Obstetrics
- Internal Medicine
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Escuela LatinoAmericana De Medicina
Cuba07-2013
Skills
- Acute illness treatment
- Minor surgical procedures
- Health promotion
- Geriatric and palliative care
- Preventive care expert and treatment plan development
- Vaccination administration
- Chronic disease management
- Patient-centered care and education
- Counselling
- Wound care
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Private Family Physician
Safe Care Medical
04.2021 - Current
Medical Officer
SERHA
07.2015 - 08.2017
Senior House Officer
SERHA
07.2014 - 07.2015
Internship
SERHA
07.2013 - 07.2014
M.D. - Medicine
Escuela LatinoAmericana De Medicina