RAMBABU CHALLA, PA-C
Franklin
Summary
Healthcare professional with over 20 years in acute care and emergency medicine, specializing in patient care and clinical decision-making. Expertise in applying the latest research to enhance patient outcomes and translate complex medical data into actionable insights. Strong collaborator with healthcare professionals, contributing to clinical research initiatives and supporting evidence-based practices. Aiming to utilize clinical expertise and leadership skills in a Medical Science Liaison role.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physician Assistant -Emergency Department
Williamson Medical Center
Franklin
11.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive medical care to patients presenting to the Emergency Room with acute illnesses and injuries.
- Conduct initial patient assessments, perform physical examinations, and obtained relevant medical histories.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, laboratory studies, and electrocardiograms.
- Formulate and implement treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians, including prescribing medications and performing minor procedures.
- Facilitate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges as necessary.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient encounters and treatment interventions in electronic health records (EHR).
- EMERGI-Trust
Physician Assistant -Emergency Department and Hospital Medicine
Tristar Division, HCA, Southern Hills
Nashville
07.2015 - 11.2021
Physician Assistant -Emergency Department
EmCare, Valley Health Systems
Las Vegas
03.2014 - 07.2015
Research Associate -Cancer Research
University of Texas Health Science Center
San Antonio
10.2008 - 06.2011
- Conducted experimental research and data analysis in cervical cancer to support goals or objectives of the research project.
- Collaborated with team members to design experiments, collect and analyze data, and interpret results.
- Contributed to research publications, grant proposals, and presentations.
- Demonstrated proficiency in relevant laboratory techniques, software, or methodologies.
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio
10.2007 - 09.2008
Post Graduate Fellow in Anesthesia and Intensive Care
Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences
07.1998 - 08.2004
Education
Master of Physician Assistant Studies -
Touro University
Henderson, Nevada11.2013
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX05.2007
Post Graduate Degree - Anesthesiology and Intensive Care
Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences
India08.2004
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Pediatric Advance Life Support
- TN PA License
- NCCPA -National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant
- NBRC - National Board for Respiratory Care
Affiliations
- American Association of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- Society of Emergency Medicine PAs (SEMPA)
Publications
- Challa R. Arterial Blood Gas Analysis. Sensor, Volume XII, No.1, winter 2002.This article was selected as topic of the month in the website of Australian Society of Anesthesia Technologists. http://www.asatt.org/oldfiles/members/sensorarchives/Sensor20021Winter.pdf
- Nair BC, Nair SS, Chakravarty D, Manavathi B, Challa R, Yew RP, Kumar R,Tekmal RR, and Vadlamudi RK. CDK-mediated phosphorylation plays a critical role in PELP1’s oncogenic functions. Cancer Research, 2010.
- Chakravarty D, Challa R, Dandamudi R, Vivas-Mejia P, Lopez-Berestein G, Tekmal RR, Sood AK, and Vadlamudi RK. PELP1-A novel therapeutic target for ovarian cancer progression and metastasis. Clinical Cancer Research, 2010.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
- APP LEAD, Tristar Southern hills, Nashville, TN Oct 2015- Nov 2021
- Supervised New Staff: Mentored and supervised new APP’s and medical personal to in-situ adherence to clinical standards.
- Team Collaboration: Led interdisciplinary rounds, promoting effective communication between healthcare professional for optimal patient care.
- Quality Improvement: Initiated and lead quality improvement projects to enhance clinical process and patient care delivery.
- Patient Advocacy: Advocated for patient centered care initiatives, addressing patient concern and ensuring their needs were met.
- Education and Training: Organized and facilitated educational sessions for healthcare staff or new medical advancements and best practices.
- Problem-Solving: Demonstrated strongly to strep in managing emergent situations and making timely decisions to ensure patient's safety
Timeline
Physician Assistant -Emergency Department
Williamson Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Physician Assistant -Emergency Department and Hospital Medicine
Tristar Division, HCA, Southern Hills
07.2015 - 11.2021
Physician Assistant -Emergency Department
EmCare, Valley Health Systems
03.2014 - 07.2015
Research Associate -Cancer Research
University of Texas Health Science Center
10.2008 - 06.2011
Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital
10.2007 - 09.2008
Post Graduate Fellow in Anesthesia and Intensive Care
Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences
07.1998 - 08.2004
Master of Physician Assistant Studies -
Touro University
Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Care
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Post Graduate Degree - Anesthesiology and Intensive Care
Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences