Hello! I'm Thomas
I'm a certified physician assistant, with a background in child and adolescent play therapy and both adult and pediatric clinical oncology research. In my spare time, I enjoy volunteering, cooking, baking, spending time with my two nieces, and going to the museum.
Thomas J. Stuenzi, PA-C
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Physician Assistant - Certified
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Address:
Tyler, TX
Dallas-Forth Worth, TX
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EXPERIENCE
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
03/2022 - Present
Pediatric Surgical Associates, part of Pediatrix
First assist in operating room for all general pediatric surgeries, assist and/or perform bedside procedures, round on inpatient surgical candidates and/or patients, perform consults, admissions, and discharges, see patients in clinic, make referrals, consult services as needed, collaborate with pediatric floor, NICU, ER, and OR staff.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
09/2021 - 02/2022
Compassionate Psychiatric Services
Establish care for new psychiatric patients, continue care for established patients, and complete referrals from outside providers. Care includes prescribing medications and continually assessing patients on their progress, make referrals to in-house therapists and refer for alternative treatments to mental health disorders when appropriate. Attend continuing education meetings in office, document in the emr, and provide assistance to where I am able to be of assistance.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
11/2020 - 08/2021
Buffington Family Medicine
Diagnose, treat, prescribe and/or amend current medications, order and interpret labs and EKG's, refer patient to various specialties, conduct peer to peer consultations, and counsel mental health patients. Assist with various tasks around the office including creating policy and procedures, contribute to marketing of the practice, and provide assistance to wherever help is needed, regardless of task.
PA CLINICAL ROTATIONS
05/2018 - 05/2019
University of Charleston
Clinical rotations in the pediatric ICU, pediatric hematology/oncology, general pediatrics, general surgery, internal medicine, ER, OBGYN, psychiatry, family medicine.
CLINICAL THERAPIST
02/2016 - 12/2016
Empowered Counseling
Attended weekly clinical meetings to discuss difficult patients and to educate ourselves when visiting professionals were invited to discuss their specialty. Shortly after starting, I was accepted into PA school therefore, thought it was better to not start seeing patients.
SEASONAL WEEKEND STAFF
03/2016 - 12/2016
Camp John Marc
Displayed characteristics of a positive role model. Utilized techniques such as redirection, positive reinforcement, and support and encouragement, and anticipated potential problems that may arise. And, was cognizant of all ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds and how these impacted the weekend.
CLINICAL RESEARCH COORDIANTOR
06/2011 - 08/2013
Children's Medical Center Dallas
Coordinated a combined psychology/oncology research study, investigator initiated studies, and cooperative group clinical trials. Discussed pertinent information with medical and/or psychological teams. Reviewed medical records, contributed to publications, and had a medical, doctoral, and master level students shadow me. Attended weekly grand rounds and patient conferences.
SENIOR CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
02/2009 - 06/2013
Children's Medical Center Dallas
Please refer to Clinical Research Coordinator.
CLINICAL DATA SPECIALIST
& PRMC COORDINATOR
09/2006 - 02/2009
UT Southwestern
Scientific review committee coordinator for all oncology clinical trials. Reviewed study protocols, coordinated and attended committee meetings, then informed principal investigator of review results. Attended monthly meeting with director, assistant director, medical director, and disease chairs to discuss various topics concerning the cancer center and scientific review committee. Conducted database training for staff and physicians, generated reports, and completed regulatory paperwork.
EDUCATION
MASTER'S DEGREE
2017 - 2019
University of Charleston
Master of Physician Assistant Studies
MASTER'S DEGREE
2008 - 2011
Southern Methodist University
Master of Science in Counseling
- Emphasis in play and adolescent therapy
BACHELOR'S DEGREE
2004 - 2005
University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- Emphasis in early childhood developmental disorders
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
2000 - 2003
Collin College
Associate of Arts in General Studies
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LICENSE & CERTIFICATION
LICENSE​
Physician Assistant- Certified
Texas license # PA13901
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National Provider ID
NPI # 1447872445
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DEA License
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Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Texas License # 75548 (expired)
CERTIFICATIONS
Physician Assistant- Certified
NCCPA ID # 1162862
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Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
PUBLICATION
MANUSCRIPT
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC PSYCHOLOGY
German, J.N., Leonard, D., Stuenzi, T., Pop, R. Stewart, S., Leavey, P. (2015). Hoping is coping: A Guiding Theoretical Framework, for Promoting Coping and Adjustment Following Pediatric Cancer Diagnosis. Journal of Pediatric Psychology, 40, 846-855.
ABSTRACT/POSTER PRESENTATION
Germann, J.N., Fribley, C., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2010, September). The Role of Hope in Psychological Adjustment and Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the Society for Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, Boston, MA.
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Germann, J.N., Fribley, C., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2010, September). The Role of Hope in Psychological Adjustment and Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the Children’s Oncology Group, Dallas TX.
Germann, J.N., Fribley, C., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2011, February). Hope’s Potential in Promoting Psychological Adjustment and Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the 8th Annual Conference of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society, Anaheim, CA.
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Germann, J.N., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2011, April). Hope’s Potential in Promoting Psychological Adjustment and Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the Society of Pediatric Psychology, San Antonio, TX.
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Germann, J.N., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2011, April). Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population Undergoing Treatment: Preliminary Results of a Prospective, Observational Study. Poster presented at the Society of Pediatric Psychology, San Antonio, TX.
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Germann, J.N., Simmons, A., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2012, February). Hope’s Potential in Promoting Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the American Psychosocial Oncology Society, Miami, FL.
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Wu, S., Stewart, S., Le Vieux, J., Leonard, D., Stuenzi, T., Germann, J.N, & Leavey, P. (2012, February). Correlation of Pain with Anxiety, Depression and QOL in children with newly diagnosed cancer. Poster presented at the 9th Annual Conference of the American Psychosocial Oncology Society, Miami, FL.
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Germann, J.N., Leonard, D., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J., Leavey, P. (2013, April). Hope’s Potential to Impact Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the National Conference in Pediatric Psychology, New Orleans, LA.
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Leavey, P., Germann, J.N., Leonard, D., Stewart, S., Stuenzi, T., Le Vieux, J. (2013, April). Hope’s Potential to Impact Quality of Life in a Pediatric Cancer Population. Poster presented at the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology's 26th Annual Meeting, Miami, FL.
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Leavey, P., Germann, J.N., Leonard, D., Stuenzi, T., Stewart, S., Le Vieux, J. (2013, June). Depression and Anxiety (DA) in Children Within 1 Year of a Cancer Diagnosis. Poster presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
BOARD/COMMITTEE
Secretary, Executive Board of Directors, Spina Bifida Association of North Texas (2016)
Chair, Adult Retreat Committee, Spina Bifida Association of North Texas (2016)
Member, Executive Board of Directors, Spina Bifida Association of North Texas (2015)
Membership Committee, Think Ahead Group, Center for Brain Health (2012)
Co-Chair, Logistics Sub-Committee, Autism Speaks DFW Walk Now for Autism (2008-2009)
Committee Member, Red Carpet Night, ARTS for People (2007)
VOLUNTEER
Wish Granter, Make-A-Wish (2020-2024)
Camp Counselor, Camp Esperanza (2010-2016, 2022- 2023)
Camp Counselor, Camp Esperanza Teen Retreat (2010-2016, 2022)
Backstage Buddy, Children's Cancer Fund Fashion Show (2012-2016, 2022 - 2024)
Volunteer, Camp Esperanza Parade, Teen Retreat Parade, and Camp Sol Parade (2020)
Volunteer​, Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Oncology Patient Holiday Party (2012-2015, 2017, 2019)
Westside Community Clean-up (2018)
​Volunteer/Cook, Ronald McDonald House (2012-2016)
Adult and Child Facilitator, Camp Sol (2010-2016)
Weekend Volunteer Staff, Camp John Marc​ (2015)
Volunteer, Night at the Museum, Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (2015)
Chaperons, Night of the Stars Prom, Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (2010)
Chaperon, Dallas Stars Game, Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (2010)
Camp Counselor, Camp Counselor Pee Wee Day (2009-2010)
Volunteer, DFW Walk Now for Autism, Autism Speaks (2007-2008)
CONTACT ME
Thomas J. Stuenzi, PA-C
Physician Assistant - Certified
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