Megan M. Ford, MSPAS, MPH, PA-C
4246 Maher St • Napa, CA 94558• (707) 477-5776• Megan.Ford@tu.edu
Formal Education
Touro University, Vallejo, California
Master of Physician Assistant Sciences
Master of Public Health
May 2014
University of California, Santa Barbara
Bachelor of Science, Biopsychology
June 2006
Clinical Training
Cardiothoracic Surgery (Elective)
December 2013 - January 2014
Kaiser Permanente, Patrick Gisslow, PA-C, San Francisco, CA
• First assisted in various procedures including coronary artery bypass graft / Aortic valve replacement /
Atrial septal defect / Left atrial clips / VATS / Wedge resection / Thymectomy / Aortic aneurysm repair.
• Assisted with endoscopic and open saphenous vein harvesting, placed and removed venous and arterial
cannulas for cardiopulmonary bypass. Performed sternal and wound closure, placed and removed chest
tubes and pacing wires.
Internal Medicine/Geriatrics
November-December 2013
Kathryn Amacher, DO, Vacaville, CA
• Managed chronic condition and co-morbidities in the adult and geriatric population including diabetes,
HTN, COPD, CHF, atrial fibrillation, and arthritis in outpatient, convalescent, assisted living facilities, and
skilled nursing facilities.
• Ensured age appropriate health care maintenance screenings and coordinated referrals with specialists.
• Performed ear lavage, suture removal, wound care and administered immunizations.
Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
September-October 2013
Sparks Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine, Kevin M. Windisch, MD, Sparks, NV
• Performed well child checks from newborns to adolescents, provided age appropriate anticipatory
guidance to children and parents.
• Evaluated and managed acute and chronic diseases such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, constipation, diabetes,
hyperlipidemia. Managed children with Autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, and Down’s Syndrome.
• Performed ear lavage, nebulized treatments, rapid strep and administered immunizations.
Orthopedic Surgery (Elective)
August-September 2013
Weiss Orthopedics, Noah D. Weiss, MD, FACS / Alexis Rockwell, PA-C, Sonoma / Novato, CA
• First assisted during procedures including fracture open reduction internal fixation, joint replacement,
meniscectomy, ACL/PCL replacement, endoscopic carpal tunnel release, arthroscopy of shoulder, elbow,
wrist and knee, ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction, palmer fasciotomy, and percutaneous trigger
finger release.
• Performed diagnostic x-rays, ultrasound, ultrasound guided joint injection, splinting /casting of extremities
and laceration repair.
• Performed preoperative and postoperative evaluations and surgical consults in an outpatient setting.
Family Medicine
June-August 2013
Solano County Clinic, Christopher Cody, MD & Joy Dugan, PA-C, Vallejo, CA
• Routine well woman and well child exams, managed, diabetes, HTN, pain, menopause, and psychological
disorders. Counseled patients on contraception and STI diagnosis, management, treatment and prevention.
• Performed Pap Smears and removal of intrauterine devices, skin tag removal, pressure point and large joint
injections.
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Internal Medicine
May-June 2013
Thomas Parisi, MD & Adam Milman, MD, Las Vegas, NV
• Acute and chronic disease management in patients with multiple comorbidities such as diabetes, COPD,
HTN, hyperlipidemia, CHF, and obesity.
• Assisted with endovascular catheter ablation to treat vein reflux and varicose veins.
• Performed wound management, skin biopsies, and cryotherapy.
Emergency Medicine
March-April 2013
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center ER, Anthony Montefusco, M.D., Erik Chow, PA-C, San Jose, CA
• Evaluated and managed emergent and acute medical conditions, managed ED intake, ordered and
interpreted labs and diagnostic studies, coordinated care with specialists.
• Performed dislocation reduction and splinting of extremities, laceration repair, slit lamp eye exams,
bedside ultrasound, dental and digital blocks.
General Surgery
February-March 2013
Sutter Surgery Center, Robert Lanflisi, MD, Fairfield, CA
• First assist during inguinal / umbilical / incisional / hiatal hernia repair, laparoscopic inguinal hernia
repair, laparoscopic Nissen fundoplication, laparoscopic appendectomy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy,
laparoscopic adrenalectomy, breast biopsy, mastectomy, lipoma excision, pilonidal cyst excision, port-acath placement, I&D anal abscess, fistulectomy, sebaceous cyst removal, hemorrhoidectomy, colectomy,
lobectomy with wedge resection, closure of intestinal fistula, bowel / colon resection with anastomosis /
colostomy. Participated on hospital rounds.
• Performed suture / staple placement and removal.
Public Health Field Study
Queen of the Valley Community Outreach, Napa CA
February-March 2014
• Healthy For Life school based childhood obesity prevention program designed to promote lifelong fitness
and healthy eating behaviors among children and adolescents throughout Napa County.
Work Experience
Christine M. Ford, DDS
Office Manager / Implant Coordinator
June 2006-August 2011
Redwood Empire Dental Society
March 2007-August 2011
Local Component of the California Dental Association and the American Dental Association
Assistant to the Executive Director
Roy E. Mintzer, DDS
Administrative Assistant/Managed oral surgery patients.
September 2004-June 2006
Volunteer Experience
International Service Learning (ISL)
June 2010
Ensenada, Mexico
Transcultural experience working in underserved populations with dental hygiene and nursing students to
provide dental care, blood pressure, and glucose screening. Shadowed doctors and PA’s in the OR and
labor and delivery, worked with Ensenada’s Public Health Department.
Professional Licensure/Board Certificates
California State License # 51714
NCCPA Certified
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Basic Life Support
June 2014- May 2016
June 2014
July 2012-Current
April 2011-Current
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Leadership Experience
Course Coordinator, Touro University MSPAS/MPH class of 2014
Vice President, Finance Delta Delta Delta Sorority, UCSB
2011-2014
2003-2006
Awards/Recognitions
Touro University California
Rotation Honors: Internal medicine and Pediatrics
Faculty recognized Honor for Class Leadership
Awarded May 2014
Professional Memberships
California Academy of Physician Assistants
Touro University-Student Society of Physician Assistants
References
Available upon Request
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2009-Present
2011-present