Rachel Dress, Ms, Pa C
About Rachel Dress, Ms, Pa C
Rachel Dress is a Physician Assistant currently working at Physicians Immediate Care in Chicago, Illinois. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Health: Health and Aging from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.
Work at Physicians Immediate Care
Rachel Dress has been employed as a Physician Assistant at Physicians Immediate Care since 2021. In this role, she provides medical care and support to patients in the Chicago, Illinois area. Her responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Education and Expertise
Rachel Dress holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Interdisciplinary Health: Health and Aging from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, which she completed from 2013 to 2017. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Practice from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science from 2019 to 2021. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in healthcare, particularly in aging and health management.
Background
Rachel Dress began her career in healthcare as a Life Enrichment Intern at Clark-Lindsey in 2017. She has held various positions, including Wellness Coordinator at Freedom Home Care from 2016 to 2017, Rehabilitation Technician at Illinois Bone & Joint Institute from 2017 to 2018, and Medical Assistant at Derick Dermatology from 2018 to 2019. These roles provided her with diverse experiences in patient care and rehabilitation.
Certifications and Professional Development
Rachel Dress is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). This certification demonstrates her commitment to maintaining professional standards in the field of physician assistance. Additionally, she participated in a study abroad program at the University of Cape Town in Spring 2016, enhancing her global perspective on healthcare.
Interests in Healthcare Specialties
Rachel Dress has a keen interest in general surgery and surgical subspecialties. This focus reflects her commitment to advancing her knowledge and skills in areas that are critical to patient care and surgical interventions.