MICHELLE LU, PA-C
Michelle Lu, PA-C
Michelle Lu, PA-C is a nationally-certified and Texas licensed Physician Assistant, who grew up in Plano, Texas. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Dallas, then worked as a certified allergy specialist in pediatrics for four years before attending Lincoln Memorial University, where she earned a Master of Medical Science degree in Physician Assistant Studies. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies – Aug 2019
Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine, Harrogate, TN
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Dec 2010
The University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX
LICENSES
- NCCPA Board Certified #1166782
- Texas State License #PA13613
CERTIFICATIONS
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Texas Academy of Physician Assistants
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Certified Allergy Specialist 2013 – 2017
United Allergy Services | Pediatric Associates of Plano | Plano, TX
- Managed the daily operations of the allergy clinic inside Pediatric Associates of Plano
- Consulted with patients about the benefits of allergy testing and allergen immunotherapy treatment
- Administered quality skin prick allergy tests for seasonal and perennial allergies
- Formulated and prepared customized allergen immunotherapy
- Provided patient education to both parents and patients on how to properly administer subcutaneously
- immunotherapy injections safely at home
- Responsible for the overall effectiveness of the treatment process by continuously monitoring follow-up care to ensure patients’ progress and compliance
- Developed and maintained a productive, professional relationship with providers, office staff, and supervisors
- Built rapport with patients throughout the duration of their treatment
- Engaged in continuing education to increase knowledge and to stay current with up-to-date allergy
- information
- Achieved monthly testing and treatment goals regularly
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Completed during the clinical year from July 2018 – July 2019 –
- Pediatrics | Texas Children’s Pediatrics | Jacqueline Wanebo, MD | Houston, TX
- Women’s Health | OBGYN Medical Center Associates – Women’s Hospital of Texas
- Ivonne Smith, MD, FACOG | Houston, TX
- Family Medicine | Beeler Manske Clinic | Yohmarie Cajigas, MD | Texas City, TX
- Internal Medicine | Beeler Manske Clinic | Viola Anderson, MD, MPH | Texas City, TX
- Orthopedic Surgery | Texas Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Center | Camille George, MD | Houston, TX
- Behavioral Medicine | Port St. Lucie Hospital | Rafael Munne, MD | Port St. Lucie, FL
- Neurosurgery | Back and Spine Center – Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
- Oszkar Szentirmai, MD | Port St. Lucie, FL
- General Surgery | Lawnwood Regional Medical Center | Patrick Regan, DO | Fort Pierce, FL
- Emergency Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Martin Health | Donald Wood, DO | Stuart, FL
SKILLS
- 8000+ hours of clinical patient care experience
- 155+ hours of O.R. experience
- First and second assist in neurosurgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, trauma, and general surgeries
- Sterile surgical technique
- Basic suturing and knot tying
- Interpretation of 145+ radiologic studies CT, CXR, MRI, and skeletal films
- Experience in joint injections, casting, splinting, wound care, and closure including stapling and suturing
- Proficient in EPIC, MediTouch, Medtech, Nextgen healthfusion, and Athena health EMRs