Heath and Fitness
Jevonne McIntosh
Physician - Medical Officer
11 Glenhaven Close, Denbeigh, May Pen,Clarendon
Summary
Patient-focused Physician specializing in Anesthesia, providing high quality, personal levels of healthcare to patients in both in hospital and outpatient clinical environments. Savvy business mind coupled with recognized medical skills resulting in 3 years and counting of successful practice. Warm, caring approach to patients and persistent in finding best treatment options available.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Medical Officer - Anesthesiology
Southern Regional Health Authority - May Pen Hospital
1 Muirhead Avenue, Denbigh Maypen , Clarendon
09.2020 - Current
- Initial founding anesthesiologist for isolation ward at May Pen Hospital during COVID 19 pandemic to care for suspected and confirmed COVID19 positive patients during understaffed periods.
- Responsible for respiratory management, ventilatory support, development of patient care plans and transfers to "Type A" facilities of COVID 19 Patients.
- Founding contributors to COVID 19 clinical trial outlining: "Benefits of Heparin Nebulization in morbidity and mortality of COVID 19 patients"
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Contributed to daily functioning and increased efficiency of operating theatre surgical lists for: General Surgery, Orthopedics and Obstetrics and Gynecology departments.
- Provided general anesthetized, regional anesthesia or conscious sedation for patients, monitored vital signs and equipment and provided post-anesthesia care instructions.
- Responded to medical emergencies to stabilize and treat patients and took lead roles in patients requiring acute airway management or intubation.
- Responsible for supervision, training and tutoring of new and returning junior staff and medical students in Anesthesiology.
- Reviewed and evaluated patient histories, examinations and test results to suggest care and possible treatment options.
- Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.
- Prepared varying written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations and transfer of patients between departments and to other "Type A" facilities.
General Practitioner
Lighthouse Medical Center
Mainstreet Chapleton , Clarendon
07.2020 - Current
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories of over 10+ patients per day to provide best-in-class and individualized care.
- Advised patients on post-treatment care options, at-home plans and effective rehabilitation.
- Designed individualized plans with patients for chronic illnesses, working closely with insurance companies, specialists and care providers for best-in-class treatments.
- Educated patients on treatment options for various illnesses, collaborating with specialists to provide thorough education.
- Completed minor procedures: phlebotomy, Intravenous cannulation, incision and drainage, debridement and suturing.
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions.
- Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating about patient needs and comfort levels.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
- Conferred with specialists to obtain expertise on patient conditions and referred individuals in need of additional care.
- Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in varying fields of medicine.
General Practitioner
Anvesh Medical Center
Bustamante Drive, Lionel Town, Clarendon
12.2020 - Current
- Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories of over 10+ patients per day to provide best-in-class and individualized care.
- Advised patients on post-treatment care options, at-home plans and effective rehabilitation.
- Designed individualized plans with patients for chronic illnesses, working closely with insurance companies, specialists and care providers for best-in-class treatments.
- Educated patients on treatment options for various illnesses, collaborating with specialists to provide thorough education.
- Completed minor procedures: phlebotomy, Intravenous cannulation, incision and drainage, debridement, suturing.
- Collaborated with nurses to triage and prioritize patients in high-pressure situations, making rapid and effective decisions.
- Performed physical exams on patients, continuously communicating about patient needs and comfort levels.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
- Conferred with specialists to obtain expertise on patient conditions and referred individuals in need of additional care.
- Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in varying fields of medicine.
Senior House Officer - Primary Health Care
Southern Regional Health Authority - Clarendon Health Department
Jackson Street, Denbigh , Clarendon
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Interviewed 20+ patients daily concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms and suggested treatment options.
- Served as first point of medical contact for the general population, triaging patients and providing on spot treatment or referral to relevant hospital or medical service.
- Responsible for spreading health education to the general population of Jamaica through means of mass presentations, one on one consultations and generation of health related media for disbursement to the population
- Stayed abreast of advances in treatments, emerging pharmaceutical applications and new diagnostic tools for application in public health medicine.
Senior House Officer - Pediatrics
Southern Regional Health Authority - May Pen Hospital
1 Muirhead Avenue, Denbigh, May Pen Hospital , Clarendon
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Implemented therapeutic regiments involving medications and other interventions to mitigate symptoms and prevent reoccurrence.
- Interviewed 10+ patients daily concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms and suggested treatment options
- Responsible for supervision, training and tutoring of new and returning junior staff and medical students.
- Monitored childhood developmental markers such as weight, height and blood pressure to screen for abnormalities
- Met with new parents and parents-to-be to inform and educate on care of newborns.
- Treated newborns of premature birth, providing close care and pulmonary intervention as needed to promote health and growth.
- Conducted daily ward rounds with junior staff to ascertain patient status and ensure patient management is optimized. Subsequent information is effectively passed up to more senior staff for agreement or further optimization of patient care.
Medical Intern
Southern Regional Health Authority - May Pen Hospital
1 Muirhead Ave, Denbigh May Pen, Clarendon
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Completed daily rounds to check on patients and identify any reasons for concern.
- Wrote detailed and professional progress notes for each patient, outlining notable events and examinations findings.
- Assisted patient medication administrations using various methods such as intravenous, intramuscular, oral, subcutaneous and pulmonary.
- Performed minor procedures for patients such as: phlebotomy, Intravenous cannulation, incision and drainage, debridement, minor toe amputations, thoracentesis, paracentesis. suturing, urinary catheter placement, nasogastric tube placement and many others.
- Collected labs and test results on patients.
- Aided in communication and authorizations with patient and caregivers.
- Assisted with research projects by compiling and organizing medical data from reports and patient interviews.
- Interviewed patients under supervision of Senior House Officers and Medical Officers and added details to medical histories.
- Responded to medical emergencies to help stabilize and treat patients.
- Reviewed clinical cases to gain additional understanding of disease etiology and progression.
- Built strong foundation in medical practice by contributing to different areas of patient care and administrative practice.
- Interviewed approximately 15-30 patients per day and provided daily updates on patient condition.
- Balanced high course workload with scheduled rounds and clerkship responsibilities.
- Participated in all scheduled rounds and teaching conferences.
Education
Bachelor's of Medicine And Bachelor's of Surgery - Medicine
University Hospital of The West Indies
7 Golding Ave, Kingston 09.2013 - 06.2018
Associate of Science -
Campion College
105,5 Hope Road, Kingston 09.2006 - 06.2013
Skills
Minor surgeries
Medical recordkeeping
Patient counseling
Family medicine
Pain management
Regional Block Expertise
Emergency Response
General Anesthesia
Interpersonal Communication
Critical thinking
Training & Development
Patient transportation
Organization and Time management
Interests
Chess
Technology and Computing
Accomplishments
- 2008 Ranked 2nd in the island for under 16 age group
- 2008 Participated and placed 20th in Caribbean Chess Carnival
- 2008 Placed 2nd in Robert Wheeler Open (Jamaica)
- 2009 Won high school tournament for Campion College
- 9 other medals of 2nd and 3rd place from varying tournaments.
- Won a 2nd place medal at World Zendo Kai Kan 10th Annual Tournament- Kata
- Won a 3rd place medal at World Zendo Kai Kan 10th Annual Tournament -Sparring
Chess:
Karate:
Timeline
General Practitioner
Anvesh Medical Center
12.2020 - Current
Medical Officer - Anesthesiology
Southern Regional Health Authority - May Pen Hospital
09.2020 - Current
General Practitioner
Lighthouse Medical Center
07.2020 - Current
Senior House Officer - Primary Health Care
Southern Regional Health Authority - Clarendon Health Department
03.2020 - 06.2020
Senior House Officer - Pediatrics
Southern Regional Health Authority - May Pen Hospital
07.2019 - 02.2020
Medical Intern
Southern Regional Health Authority - May Pen Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor's of Medicine And Bachelor's of Surgery - Medicine
University Hospital of The West Indies
09.2013 - 06.2018
Associate of Science -
Campion College
09.2006 - 06.2013