Christopher Ruggiero

Background

About Christopher Ruggiero

Physician Assistant with over 19 years of experience in multiple clinical and academic settings. Decorated Retired Army Officer with substantial leadership, organizational, and complex problem resolution skills. Highly motivated, adaptive medical provider with considerable expertise in trauma medicine, urgent care, primary care, emergency medicine, and preventive medicine. Compassionate provider focused on evidence based, patient-centered care and health promotion. Proficient in EHR documentation. Adept at navigating the multidisciplinary healthcare environment and communicating efficiently and effectively with colleagues and staff. • Experienced in obtaining comprehensive targeted histories, and performing comprehensive physical examinations• Skilled in ordering and evaluating the results of screening and diagnostic tests.• Thorough knowledge of acute and chronic care protocols and developing patient-centered care plans• Skilled in educating patients and/or families regarding the nature of disease and disease management• Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board