Kerry Helton
San Diego,CA
Summary
Personable and compassionate individual with strong background in patient advocacy and patient care. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and many of it's co-morbidities. Adept at maneuvering a healthcare system not established to facilitate care of complex patients. Committed to utilizing personal experiences as well as researching other's to bring new perspectives and insight into the emerging field of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Co. care.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Patient
Patient Advocate/Case Manager
01.1990 - 08.2025
- Self-motivated to stay on top of new referral's, medical appointments, and insurance decisions with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted doctor's and medical professionals in the diagnosis and treatment of my thirteen chronic illnesses that stem from hEDS.
- Demonstrates proficiency at interpreting and applying research reports.
- Proven ability to rapidly adapt to changing environments.
- Equipped to transform personal healthcare experiences into meaningful research and patient centered care that can positively impact lives.
- I hope to achieve these positive impacts through either earning a Doctor of Physical Therapy or Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree. I believe the immersive experience this program offers would not only expand my horizons but could possibly benefit my future patients.
Education
No Degree - Sociology
Belmont University
Nashville, TNNo Degree - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
Riverside, CA08-2027
Skills
- Vested personal interest in furthering the cause
- Eager to learn
- Strong analytical mind
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Goal setting and achieving experience
Timeline
Professional Patient
Patient Advocate/Case Manager
01.1990 - 08.2025
No Degree - Sociology
Belmont University
No Degree - Kinesiology
California Baptist University
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