Ashika Patel, Pa-C Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

- Successfully completed the SDPA fellowship and a 4-month training program, working closely with multiple MD physicians within the company.- Serve as the sole provider in the office, independently evaluating, treating, and documenting care for 30-45 patients per shift.- Proficient in performing surgical excisions of SCCs, BCCs, cysts, and lipomas.- Conduct full skin exams for skin cancer screenings, perform biopsies, incision and drainage, ILK injections, benign excisions, ED&C, cryotherapy, and needle hyfrecation, as well as medically indicated Botox.- Skilled in cosmetic procedures, including chemical peels, laser treatments, microneedling, and Botox injections.- Experienced in utilizing EMR systems such as ECW and EMA for patient documentation and medication orders.- Initiate and manage treatments with NBUVB phototherapy and order lab work when needed, providing patient education on results, medication instructions, and potential adverse effects.

Graduated from Hofstra University - School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies

-Directly supervised a team of up to 13 Contact Tracers & Case Investigators-Indirectly supervised a team of up to 27 Contact Tracers & Case Investigators-Served as a liaison between Public Consulting Group & Bergen County Department of Health Services-Delegated & assigned numerous cases & contacts to team members daily-Pitched & implemented numerous new policies & procedures within Bergen County to increase efficiency & communication across health departments-Troubleshot any & all technical, system, & case issues-Coordinated & facilitated weekly team meetings, check-ins, & one-on-one calls Escalated high risk cases/hospitalized cases/clusters/outbreaks to the appropriate sources (Both Local Health Departments & NJ DOH)-Analyzed & reviewed: -Qualitative Data (end of day reports & case notes from Contact Tracers & Case Investigators) -Quantitative Data (weekly team metrics reports)-Responsible for administrative tasks such as payroll/timesheets, scheduling, & performance reviews-Protected confidential information (such as Protected Health Information from patients & specific datasets & next steps provided by NJ DOH & Local Health Departments)

Highland Park, Nj

Ridgewood, New Jersey, United States

This practice specializes in skin cancer detection and treatment, as well as in the diagnosis and management of moles, warts, acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis, and a wide range of additional skin disorders affecting individuals of all ages.• Handle administrative tasks (e.g. answering phones, scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, processing patients, billing and bookkeeping) that allow physicians and PAs to focus on the health concerns of their patients.• Assist providers with the patient check-in process during both surgical and non-surgical cases (including taking temperatures of all incoming patients) • Ensure the sanitation and maintenance of all exam rooms and equipment, making sure everything was in line with COVID-19 procedures

Hillsborough, New Jersey, United States

Work one on one with licensed physical therapists. Observe physical therapy evaluations and treatment sessions. Learn in depth about the various therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques and modalities used in a physical therapy setting. Also learn about the various injuries and pathologies seen in a PT setting, including surgical cases. Learn how to interact directly with patients and improve on my communication skills. Additionally, learn about medical terminology and how to understand a patient chart. Work directly with patients and assist physical therapist's in setting up exercises and modalities. Help improve a patients overall visit to the clinic by also assisting them in ice and heat packs.

Fellowship, Dermatology

Master'S Degree From The School Of Physician Assistant

Activities and Societies: Student Academy Representative for the American Academy of PAs, Member of the New York State Society.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Public Health

Activities and Societies: Alpha Phi Omega

Education record

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society, Erasing Racism and Sexism Club (President), Odyssey of the Mind (President), DECA.