Avery Schwartz

Experience

1. Physician Assistant

   Core Primary Care

   Feb 2021 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   Provide comprehensive primary care services to a diverse patient population, managing acute, chronic, and preventative health needs; Specialize in wellness, weight management, and aesthetics, offering patient-centered care plans tailored to individual goals and health outcomes; Conduct detailed medical evaluations, including history-taking, physical exams, diagnostic workups, and treatment implementation; Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and specialists to coordinate care and optimize patient outcomes, including chronic disease management (eg, hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia); Counsel patients on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle modifications, integrating evidence-based practices to support sustainable health improvements; Perform and oversee in-office procedures, such as injections, biopsies, suturing, and minor dermatologic treatments.Key ContributionsEstablished a dedicated weight management program that improved patient outcomes and increased clinic revenue by 15%.Expanded aesthetics service line offerings, contributing to a 20% year-over-year growth in aesthetic services.Streamlined clinic workflows for managing FMLA requests and accommodations, improving processing times by 30%.Optimized patient outcomes and clinic performance by implementing Privia’s value-based care protocols, achieving a 10% reduction in hospital readmissions and exceeding quality benchmarks for chronic disease management. Streamlined electronic health record (EHR) documentation, patient communication, and workflow management using Athenahealth, Patient Page, and ohMD. Acted as a preceptor and mentor for shadowing students, medical assistants, and new staff. Led clinic initiatives to enhance patient engagement and retention, leveraging digital platforms and community outreach.

Education

• The University of Texas Medical Branch

  MPAS, Master of Physican Assistant Studies

  2018 — 2020

• Texas Tech University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Nutritional Sciences and Dietetics

  2009 — 2013

• The University of Texas Medical Branch

  Master of Science (MS), Nutrition and Metabolism

  2014 — 2015