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Natalie Nevins, DO, MSHPE

Natalie Nevins, DO, MSHPE

Assistant Dean for Clinical Education

College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

nnevins@westernu.edu

Phone: 8414

Join year: 2014

  • Education

    CONCORD-PBRN Research Fellowship, University of North Texas- Osteopathic Research
    Center. Feb 2011-Dec 2011

    Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine,
    graduation date 6/14/97
    Western University of Health Sciences
    College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific

    Master of Science in Health Professions Education,
    graduation date 6/14/97
    Western University of Health Sciences
    College of Allied Health

    Bachelor of Arts
    University of Arizona
    Interdisciplinary Studies Major in three areas:
    Exercise and Sport Science
    Molecular and Cellular Biology
    Medical Anthropology

  • Professional Experience

    Western University of Health Sciences/College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
    Director of Clinical Education
    August 2014 – Present

    Downey Regional Medical Center (DBA PIH Health Hospital – Downey as of 10/13)
    Director of Medical Education
    Family Medicine Residency Program
    Program Director NMM/OMM Plus-1 Residency
    January 2004 – August 2014

    Amrit Davaa Wellness Center, Inc.
    Owner/Medical Director
    January 2004 – Present

    Amrit Davaa World Health Corp.
    Non-profit Humanitarian Aid Organization
    Founder/CEO
    April 2007 - Present

    DRMC-Osteopathic Center for Well Being
    Medical Director
    February 2008 – August 2014

    KRI Certified Kundalini Yoga instructor
    March 2004-Present

    ACOFP Committee for Education and Evaluation, member 2009 – present
    Vice-Chair 2014 - present
    Chair Subcommittee: Standards, New Program Applications and Inspections 2013 - Present
    Subcommittee: Intensive Update and Board Review, member
    Subcommittee: Program Directors Workshop member, 2009-2012

    AAO Post Doctoral Standards and Evaluation Committee, Member 2007 - present
    Chair Subcommittee: Basic Standards

    ACGME ONMM RC, Committee Member September 2014 - Current

    Downey Regional Medical Center
    Family Practice Policy Committee, Member 2004-2014

    Family Health Care Centers of Greater Los Angeles
    Member Board of Directors
    August 2009 – February 2011

    Grossman Burn Foundation
    Member Board of Directors
    Sept 2009- February 2011
    Advisory Committee February 2011 to present

    Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons of California
    Member Board of Directors
    February 2006 – Feb/2008
    Vice President February 2007 – Feb 2008

    OPTI-West/Western University
    Chair 2006-2007

    US Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
    Peer Grant Reviewer Feb 2008

    Giving Children Hope
    Medical Advisory Committee
    June 2009 - 2013

    Primal Pictures Ltd.
    Academic Editorial Advisory Board
    July 2007-2011

    Clinical Associate Professor of Family Practice, Western University of
    Health Sciences/COMP 9/07 to present

    Clinical Professor of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
    Western University of Health Sciences 10/13 to present

    Adjunct Assistant Professor of Family Medicine, Touro University Nevada/COM
    2008 to present

    Adjunct Associate Professor of Family Practice, Touro University CA/COM
    2008 to present

    Los Angeles County Osteopathic Medical Association
    President Jan 2003 to Jan 2009
    Vice-President Jan 2002-Dec 2002

    Downey Regional Medical Center, Internship/Family Practice Resident
    Chief Resident
    June 1997- June 2000

    Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Undergraduate
    Teaching Fellow. Western University, COMP. 1994-1997

    Mission Bay Hospital, Physical Therapy Tech.
    June 1991-July 1992
    Member of Wound Care team
    Direct inpatient and outpatient treatment,
    and front office duties.

    University of Arizona, Family Medicine & Anthropology
    "Teen Lifestyle Project"
    August 1990-June 1991
    Research assistant

    St. Joseph's/St. Mary's Hospitals, Physical Therapy Tech.
    April 1989-June 1991
    Member of Rehab and Wound Care team
    Direct inpatient and outpatient treatment

    Tucson Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy Tech.
    August 1987-April 1989
    Direct outpatient treatment and front office duties.

  • Military Experience

    US Army Reserve
    6-52nd Aviation Regiment, HHC
    JFTB Los Alamitos
    Flight Surgeon
    September 2014 - Present

    61st Medical Squadron
    Los Angeles Air Force Base, USAF
    Family Practice Physician, Board Certified in Family Practice &
    Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
    June 2000 – January 2004
    Positions Held: Chief of Medical Field Response
    Clinical Director for Laboratory Services
    Chairman Of Infection Control Department
    Director of Radiology Services

  • Teaching Experience
    • Clinical Professor of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine,
      Western University of Health Sciences 2004-Present
    • Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine, Western
      University of Health Sciences 2004-Present
    • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Instructor.
      Downey Regional Medical Center 1998-Present
    • Faculty, California Preparedness and Education Network, Teacher Trainer
    • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Undergraduate Teaching Fellow.
      Western University, COMP. 1994-1997
    • Table Trainer/Lecturer for “The Expanding Osteopathic Concept” course.
      Western University, COMP. 1995-Present
    • Facilitator “Differential Diagnosis” course.
      Western University, COMP. 1995-2004
    • Facilitator “Introduction to Clinical Medicine” course. Western University Simulated Patient Exercises.”
      Western University, COMP. 1995-1999
    • Coordinator/Instructor “EKG Survival Course” for second year medical students.
      Western University, COMP. 1995
    • O.M.M. Teaching Assistant.
      Western University, COMP. 1993-1994
    • “AIDS Awareness Program for High School Students.” 1993-1994
  • Research Grant

    Somatic Dysfunction and Use of Osteopathic Manual Treatment Techniques During Ambulatory Medical Care Visits: A CONCORD-PBRN Study. J Am Osteopath Assoc May 1, 2014 vol. 114 no. 5 344-354

    The safety and efficacy of osteopathic manipulation in the treatment of mTBI (mild Traumatic Brain Injury) in US service members as validated by SPECT scan. DRMC, 2012 (current project)

    “Do you want fries with that? - Nutritional Labels’ Effect on Dietary Choices”, DRMC, 2012

    “Osteopathy in Motion: The Effect of Dance on Gait and Balance”, DRMC, 2012 (current project)
    “Patient Satisfaction in Relation to Performance of In-patient
    Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment”, DRMC, 2012-2014 (current project)

    “Efficacy of OMT as an adjuvant treatment modality for elderly patients hospitalized with community acquired pneumonia: A pilot study and retrospective chart review”, DRMC, 2012

    “A Retrospective Study of Decreased Workers’ Compensation Claims and Cost at Downey Regional Medical Center Secondary to the Free Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Resident Clinic for Employees”, Co-researcher, DRMC, 2007.

    “Inter-examiner Reliability in the Palpation of the Cranial Rhythmic Impulse and Dominant Cranial Strain Patterns”, Co-researcher. Western University, COMP, 1997.

  • Awards
    • 2014 Top 10 Doctor, California, Top 10 Osteopathic Specialists, Vitals
    • 2013 Most Compassionate Doctor, Vitals
    • Commendation for dedicated service to the affairs of the community, County of Los Angeles 11/13
    • 2013 Patient’s Choice Award, Vitals
    • Distinguished Service Award, ACOFP 2012-2013
    • Physician of the Year, Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of California 3/2011
    • Service Commendation, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors 2010
    • Human Services Association, Spirit of Service Award, 9/29/2010
    • Richard Eby Humanitarian Award, OPSC 2008
    • AOA Mentor Hall of Fame Inductee 2007
    • Nominee, Mentor of the Year, AOA 2007
    • Downey Regional Medical Center's "Hospital Hero" award presented at the inaugural Hospital
    • Hero Awards by the National Health Foundation, 2007
    • Most Valuable Physician Award, OPSC 2/2007
    • Affiliate Chapter President of the Year, OPSC 2/2005
    • Air Force Commendation Medal 2004
    • Rookie of the Year, OPSC 2003
    • Company Grade Officer of the Quarter, 61st Medical Squadron and 61st Air Base Group, Los
    • Angeles Air Force Base. April 2001-June 2001
    • The Dr. Elmore Rayman Caremore-Downey Regional Medical Center, Medical Education Award, "Most Outstanding Graduating Resident." June 2000
    • The Dr. Elmore Rayman Caremore-DCH Medical Education Award, "Most Outstanding First Year Resident." June 1999
    • Don and Jean Griva Memorial Award, 1997 Western University
    • James R. Sawrey Memorial Award, 1997 Western University
    • Class of 1989 Award, 1994 Western UniversityWho's Who in American Universities, 1996-97
  • Organizations
    • American Osteopathic Association
    • Association of Osteopathic Directors and Medical Educators
    • American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
    • American Academy of Osteopathy
    • Wilderness Medicine Society
    • Louisa Burns Research Committee member
    • California Medical Association
    • AOA House of Delegates, California Delegate 2003, 2004, 2007
    • Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of California
    • Los Angeles County Medical Association
    • The Cranial Academy
    • Sigma Sigma Phi
    • Rotary International
  • Publications

    Somatic Dysfunction and Use of Osteopathic Manual Treatment Techniques During Ambulatory Medical Care Visits: A CONCORD-PBRN Study. J Am Osteopath Assoc May 1, 2014 vol. 114 no. 5 344-354

    “The Safety and Efficacy of Osteopathic Manipulation in the Treatment of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (mTBI) in U.S. Service Members as Validated by SPECT Scan: A report of planned research”. JAAO Vol.22, Num.2 Summer 2012

    Foundations of Osteopathic Medicine Vol. 3, Chapter author “Environmental Medicine”, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins, October 2010.

    "A Humanistic Approach to the Culturally Diverse Patient." Journal article. Humanism in
    The Health Sciences, A Journal of Western University of Health Sciences. Vol. 1, Num. 2,
    Spring 1997.

    “A clinical Anatomy Curriculum for the Medical Student of the 21st Century.” Clinical Anatomy 9 (2): 71-99, 1996. Primary author of the chapter "Physical Diagnosis of the Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Spine."