1. Laura R. Ramsey, MMS, PA-C
2236 Park Ave. Richmond, VA 23220
larsramsey@gmail.com
(434) 221-9057
EDUCATION & HONORS __
Northwestern University Physician Assistant Program, Master of Medical Science—Chicago, IL May 14, 2016
 Capstone Project: Screening for Occult Malignancy Following Idiopathic Venous Thromboembolism
The University of Virginia, Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry—Charlottesville, VA May 2012
 American Chemical Society Poster Session & Capstone Project: A Journey to the Successful Characterization of TM0960, a
Ribokinase, Isolated from Thermotoga maritima
 Dean’s List, 6 semesters
CLINICAL ROTATIONS JUNE 2015- APRIL 2016, 4 WEEKS DURATION
Internal Medicine – McManus and Associates, Fredericksburg, VA
 Collaborated with one physician to evaluate 15 to 20 patients per day in the outpatient setting
 Performed complete H&Ps and participated in decision making for mostly geriatric patients with many medical conditions
including hypertension, heart failure, chronic kidney disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and diabetes mellitus
 Ordered and interpreted appropriate labs and diagnostic tests at follow up appointments while integrating age- and sex-specific
screening tests and vaccinations with each visit
Women’s Health – Prentice Women’s Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Provided prenatal care and gynecological health screening procedures, including STI screenings and Pap smears, to an
underserved population in a resident- run outpatient clinic
 Served as first and second assistant in several uncomplicated and complicated obstetric and gynecological procedures: vaginal
delivery, Caesarean section, myomectomy, D&C, hysterectomy, bilateral oophorectomy and salpingectomy
 Rotated among several outpatient subspecialties: fertility & reproductive medicine, obstetric triage/ER, maternal-fetal medicine,
colposcopy, and gynecological cancer genetics
Pediatrics – Lurie Children’s Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Collaborated with nurses and physicians to manage hospitalized patients and presented detail assessments and plans during
family-centered rounds
 Performed newborn exams, provided anticipatory guidance to new parents, and assisted in the evaluation and management of
neonatal conditions, such as hyperbilirubinemia, cardiac murmurs, craniosynostosis, and low birth weight
 Evaluated patients for sick and well visits from ages 0 to 21 in the outpatient setting
Psychiatry – Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Conducted psychiatric interviews and mental status examinations to guide appropriate pharmacological and behavioral therapy
 Identified substance abuse and mood, personality, and cognitive disorders, according to DSM V
 Counseled patients on common adverse effects of psychopharmacologic medications
Emergency Medicine – Grayslake Emergency Center, Grayslake, IL
 Evaluated over 20 patients per shift and formulated a differential diagnosis based on H&P for a wide range of chief complaints
 Performed venipuncture, suturing, stapling, incision and drainage, assisted in splinting and casting, and utilized a Wood’s lamp
and slit lamp to evaluate ocular emergencies
 Interpreted laboratory testing, radiographs, and ECGs
Surgery – Lake Forest Hospital, Lake Forest, IL
 Prepared patients for surgery including preoperative education, positioning, skin preparation, Foley catheter placement, and
laparascopy set up
 Served as first and second assistant in a variety of procedures: lumpectomy, herniorrhaphy, fistulotomy, sphincterotomy, tube
thoracostomy, hemicolectomy, cholecystectomy, and appendectomy
 Evaluated patients throughout the pre- and post-operative period for common surgical complications
 Carried out the basics of wound care, including dressing changes and the removal of surgical drains
Family Medicine – Olivo Medical and Wellness Centers, Chicago, IL
 Managed acute and chronic illnesses in pediatric and adult patients in the primary care setting for a predominantly Hispanic, low-
income population while monitoring patients for preventative health screening
 Counseled patients daily on nutrition, exercise, obesity, and smoking cessation
Infectious Disease – Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Assessed immunocompromised patients, including post-transplant, for atypical infectious pathogens
 Identified bacterial, parasitic, and fungal pathogens in the many settings, such as surgical wounds, osteomyelitis, and non-
resolving respiratory infections
Nephrology – Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Managed patients with acute and chronic kidney disease in an outpatient and inpatient setting to optimize kidney function, slow

2. disease progression, and to monitor patients for electrolyte abnormalities, acid-base imbalances, and renal osteodystrophy
 Collaborated with a PA in a hypertension clinic for patients with resistant hypertension to adjust medications and counsel o
lifestyle modifications
Pulmonology – Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Interpreted chest radiography and chest CTs daily, and performed a diagnostic and therapeutic thoracentesis
 Assisted in the management of COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, and heart failure
 Observed about 10- 12 bronchoscopies with lavage and transbronchial biopsies
Medical Intensive Care Unit – Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
 Presented and managed 1-2 medically complex patients daily with a team
 Evaluated and carried out appropriate diagnostic testing for patients with common ICU complications, such as delirium, fever,
nutritional deficiencies, GI bleeding, venous thromboembolism, aspiration, dehydration and pain management
 Assisted in the arterial venipuncture, arterial catheter and central catheter placement, and compression ultrasound
 Participated in several palliative care meeting and family meetings to discuss goals of care
OTHER HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE __
Keep Your Heart Healthy Counselor– Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine 2014 – 2015
 Provided free blood pressure screenings for patients living in low income communities and performed motivational interviewing
to assist patients in reducing their risk factors for cardiovascular disease
Patient Care Technician – Richmond, VA, St. Mary’s Hospital Pediatric Unit October 2012 – April 2014
 Assisted nursing and medical staff with patient care, vital signs, activities of daily living, phlebotomy procedures, insertion of
peripheral catheters, lumbar punctures, administration of treatments and vaccinations
OR/PACU Volunteer – Charlottesville, VA, Martha Jefferson Hospital Fall 2010 – Spring 2011
 Transported patients prior to procedures, helped gather medical histories and consents, and assisted technicians in the turnover of
rooms pre- and post-surgery
Rehab Assistant Volunteer – Charlottesville, VA, Kluge Children’s Rehabilitation Center Fall 2009 – Spring 2010
 Worked with pediatric population diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy in an aquatic setting to implement stretching regimens and
exercise programs for patients, documenting progress throughout the year
Lifeguard -- Lynchburg, VA, Boonsboro Country Club Summers 2005 –2007
 Red Cross Lifeguarding/Aquatic Safety Training Certified
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS __
National Commission on Certification of the Physician Assistant (NCCPA) June 2016
Virginia Board of Medicine Physician Assistant Licensure Eligible June 2016
Certifications
 Basic Life Support/Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association May 2015 – May 2017
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS __
American Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Member June 2014 – December 2016
Illinois Academy of Physician Assistants, Student Member June 2014 – December 2016
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE __
Published work in Biochemistry by Garrett & Grisham, Cengage Learning Fall 2010
 Utilized a bioinformatic research approach to augment existing database for future students using protein modeling software
Contributor, TOPSAN Protein Database Summer 2013
 Categorized a putative ribokinase, using bioinformatics and experimental methods to supplement current research
SKILLS __
 Proficient in PowerChart, Epic, OfficeAlly, FirstNet, and other EMR systems
HOBBIES & INTERESTS __
 Traveled to Thailand, Europe and South America for pleasure and service trips
 PADI certified in scuba diving
 Enjoy running, cooking, and listening to music of all genres
Professional references available upon request. Laura Ramsey
Phone: 434-221-9057, larsramsey@gmail.com