Heather Veitch
PA-C/MPH
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About
Graduate from Touro University, California with a dual Master's in Physician Assistant Studies (PA-C) and Master's of Public Health (July 2015). Trained to perform complete history and physical examinations, formulate differential diagnoses, develop effective treatment plans, and collaborate with patient-centered teams. Clinical expertise focused on root cause analysis, trauma, negative belief systems, and medication management for individuals struggling with various conditions.
Seeking a position in the medical field utilizing public health degree, preferably in a clinic setting.
Experience
Primary Care and Psychiatry Provider - Pacific Neuropsychiatric Specialists (PNS)
(2024-01 - 2026-06)
- Prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment for various PCP diagnoses and substance use including: nicotine, alcohol, stimulants, sedatives, opiates, prescription medications and other illicit drugs
- Diagnosis and Treatment of mild to moderate psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar
- Systemic Assessment & Diagnosis: Evaluate mental health through a systemic lens, understanding how family dynamics, relationships, and environment affect an individual's psychological health
- Therapeutic Treatment: Conduct individual, couples, family, and group therapy sessions to address issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, and behavioral problems
Suboxone Specialist - Bicycle Health & Work It
(2022-03 - 2023-07)
Left Bicycle Health to be with family after father's passing, ready to continue with MAT and helping Addiction Medicine patients.
- Meet and assist patients virtually, who are starting Buprenorphine/Naloxone treatment, through the induction and maintenance process
- Treat anxiety, depression, insomnia, and bipolar type II
- Assist with culture development and telehealth group therapy, education videos for patients
Addiction Medicine Provider (Lead) - Kaiser Permanente Outpatient
(2018-02 - 2021-02)
Supervising Physician: David DO, Crabtree
- Meet and assist patients in person and virtually, who are starting Buprenorphine/Naloxone treatment, through the induction and maintenance process
- Check in with patients during their first 10 days of treatment to ensure a smooth transition
- Collaborate with the care team to lead comprehensive quality care for patients and inspire them towards a common goal. IOP, PHP, and collaboration with staff to deliver program content
- Prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment of withdrawals and cravings for various and polysubstance use including: nicotine, alcohol, stimulants, sedatives, opiates, prescription medications and other licit drugs
- Diagnosis and Treatment of mild to moderate psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar
Physician Assistant - Advanced Spine and Sports Medical Center - Ventura, CA
(2016-01 - 2017-01)
Supervising Physician: Roberta Ekholm, DO
- Perform complete history and medical examination and develop an effective treatment plan for musculoskeletal complaints
- Procedures include: Trigger Point Injections, Joint Injections, Platelet Rich Plasma injections, Amniotic Stem Cell therapy, Vitamin Injections, HCG, Weight Loss therapy, interpret x-rays and collaborate with Integrative Medical Team
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies - Touro University (2015-07)
Master of Public Health - Public Health - Touro University (2015-07)
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology - California State University Bakersfield (2010-06)
