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Michael Chatterson
Physician. 1- 778-4681
West Vancouver,BC
Work Preference
Work History
2013-2024 Part-time Family Medicine
Family Physicians Groups in North Vancouver
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- lots of walk-in medicine available
- operated a Minor Surgery Clinic 8 hours a week excising benign and malignant skin lesions
- with local anesthesia
Family Medicine
Riverside Health Sytem, Virginia, USA
05.1998 - 07.2013
- Conducted research on emerging trends in family medicine practice, implementing evidence-based practices into daily operations where applicable.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on best practices within the field of family medicine.
- Conducted research to stay current on advances in family medicine, incorporating evidence-based practices into clinical decision making..
- Elevated standards of clinical excellence by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in family medicine.
- providing acute Emergency care for lacerations, cardiac emergencies, traumas, fractures and psychiatric emergencies. House calls done. A rural practice in a community of 10,000 people, ( farmers, fishermen, retirees,working families).
Director of Emergency Services
Grey- Bruce Regional Health Centre
06.1988 - 05.1998
- Directed emergency response operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Implemented strategic initiatives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency in emergency services.
- Led multidisciplinary teams in crisis management, improving coordination and response times during emergencies.
- Developed training programs for staff, focusing on advanced emergency protocols and best practices.
- initited advanced training in Cardiac Life Support and Trauma Life Support for Nurses , Er Docs and regional doctors. ( weekend certification)
- provided regular professional development education courses on ER topics.
Base Hospital Medical Director
Grey- Bruce Regional Health Centre
05.1988 - 05.1998
- Directed clinical operations, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards. A new program for 2 large rural counties.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient care quality and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop strategic initiatives improving health outcomes.
- Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation for departmental efficiency.
- manage training and communication with 90 para-medics performng medical resussitative procedures pre- hospital.
1986-1988 Full-time Emergency Physician
K-W Emergency Associates
- Diagnosed and treated acute medical conditions in high-pressure emergency settings.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance treatment efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managed critical cases, performing advanced life support procedures as necessary.
- managed ER in 400 and 800 bed busy community hospitals alone or in partners with other experienced ER physicians.
Family Mediciine/ obstetrics/ Emergency. 1976-86
Owen Sound Regional Hospital, ontario
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- became Director of Emergency 1970-1976
- passed CCFP( competence in ER Medicine) exam
- did advanced Trauma and Cardiac Life Support Courses
Family/ EmergencyMedicine/ Obstetrics/ anesthesia
Kirkland Medical Group
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts. Obstetrics. Bilingual French English.
- did anesthesia 2 mornings per week.
- in charge of ICU/ CCU 5 beds 1 week in 6
- regular ER shifts
Education
Mathematics
University of Waterloo
M.D. - Medicine 1972 Grad Honours
University of Toronto
Toronto, OntarioResidency Focus On Anesthesia, Emergency And Obstetrics Finish 1976 - Certification in Family Medicine 2 Year Rotating Residency
University of Calgary, Alberta CCFP Residency
Certification
Certification in Family Medicine.....passed exam at the end of 2 year residency at University of Calgary 1972-1974. CCFP
Certification in Emergency Medicine .... passed 1978 exam...practice eligible... 5 years practice in ER work. CCFP (EM)
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
With my background in Mathematics,I particularly love new challenges and puzzles to understand and unfold. The meeting and application of Artificial Intelligence to Medicine into blended knowledge is a project that I would love to contribute to, in whatever small way I can. With a lifetime of 50 years of hands on Medical practice in the hospital, the Emergency Department, the Family Medicine office and by phone, I feel that I can contribute.