Type Of Business:
Healthcare Center
Marketing Area:
Southern California
Expertise:
Mrs. Record-Halpern's areas of expertise are in mentoring physician assistants, nursing students and medical students.
Major Product/SVS:
Healthcare Including Family Medical Services
Favorite Business Publication:
The New England Journal of Medicine
Hobbies/Sports:
Salsa and Jazz Dancing, Listening to Music, Watching Movies, Caring for Dogs, Reading, Interior Design, Traveling
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of California, Los Angeles; Bachelor of Health Sciences, Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science
Affiliations Awards:
Fellow, American Academy of Physicians Assistants; Fellow, California Academy of Physicians Assistants; Fellow, American Academy of Family Practice Physician Assistants
Place of Birth:
Los Angeles
Work History:
Alzheimer's Disease Bench-Work, Laboratory Research, University of California, Los Angeles Brain Research Institute; Pharmaceutical Research Coordinator and Manager, Clinical Trials, Neuroscience Department; HIV/AIDS Clinical Trials Supervisor, Krause Medical Partners; Colorectal and Lymphoma Data Research Coordinator, University of California, Los Angeles Johnson Comprehensive Cancer Clinic; Inflammatory Bowel Disease Center, Physician Assistant, Clinical Research Coordinator, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Rheumatology Division, Workman's Compensation Physician Assistant, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Ambulatory Care, Urgent Care, PA-C, Megan Medical Center; Cosmetic Laser Dermatology, PA-C, Laser Touch Medical Center; Urgent Care PA-C for the Under-Served Latino Population, Clinica Medica de San Miguel; Internal Medicine PA-C, First Choice Medical Associates
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was achieving dean's list status in high school and the University of California, Los Angeles.
Charity:
American Diabetes Association; Union Rescue Mission; Alzheimer's Association; AIDS Foundation; The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society; Feed the Children; American Breast Cancer Foundation; Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation; The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; Autism Speaks
Number Of Years In Profession:
22
Number Of Years In Current Position:
12
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her determination, work ethic and her passion for helping people.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because of her personal experience with chronic illness in her family and her dedication to educate herself to treat diseases.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mrs. Record-Halpern has spent over ten years in college as a post graduate in professional medical education. She has spent over 20 years performing medical research, clinical care and mentoring within the workforce. She considers gaining the trust, respect and admiration of her patients to be one of her greatest career achievements.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Specializing in Family and Internal Medicine, Evaluating Patients by Physical Exams and Medical Histories, Prescribing Medicine, Reading X-rays, Coordinating Clinical Research, Educating Patients on Preventive Health Maintenance Including Vaccination Updates, Women's Health Issues, Psychiatric Evaluations, Nutritional and Fitness Counseling
Education Certifications:
Certified Physician Assistant, College of Allied Health, Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science; Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support
Awards/Honors:
Dean's List, Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science (1999); Charles W. Buggs' Academic Achievement Award; Summa Cum Laude, Charles Drew University of Medicine and Science; Valedictorian, High School; Scholarship, California Academy of Physician Assistants; Scholarship, American Academy of Physician Assistants; Scholarship, Physician Assistant Journal
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mrs. Record-Halpern hopes to grow professionally and would like to teach other physician assistants at a local university.