This document outlines the education and experience of Fred Breidenbach III. It details that he is pursuing a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Master of Science in Anatomy and Clinical Health Sciences from the University of Delaware, anticipated to graduate in December 2016. It lists several clinical experiences he has had in sports/orthopedic, pediatric, neurologic/older adult settings. It also outlines his work experience as an aide at a physical therapy clinic and as a video coordinator for the Kansas City Royals. Additional experiences include playing baseball in college and serving on the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. Certifications and a poster presentation are also mentioned.
Cardiac Surgery Advanced Life Support ~ CALS ~ Provider Course clearflow
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In 2003, a group of dedicated UK surgeons embarked
upon the development of resuscitation protocols designed
specifically for postoperative cardiovascular surgical (CVS)
patients. After conducting an exhaustive literature analysis,
surgeon surveys and clinical practicums, they created the
Cardiac Surgical Unit Advanced Life Support (CSU-ALS)
course. In 2009, these physicians partnered with Jill Ley
of Sutter Health to create a one-day intensive program for
the USA (formerly called Cardiac Advanced Life Support
– Surgical or CALS-S) that addressed appropriate manage-
ment of postoperative de-compensation and emergency
re-sternotomy, using a common language for all providers.
This approach has been accepted as the official protocol in
Europe since 2010, and will soon be endorsed by the Society
of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for use in the United States.
This course is designed for RNs, NPs, PAs, and MDs who
wish to learn a novel, evidence-based approach to the
resuscitation of postoperative heart patients. Using a
format similar to Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS),
this program will include didactic lectures as well as hands-
on practice with emergency pacing, internal and external
defibrillation, and utilization of state of the art simulation
through our Shock Trauma Center Simulation Lab.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
• Identify unique features of the cardiac surgery patient
that warrant modifications to standard resuscitation
technique
• Distinguish critical differences between protocols for
ACLS versus CALS
• Describe the STS standardized protocol for management
of a cardiac arrest in a cardiac surgery patient
• Discuss 5-Point-Plan
• Demonstrate successful CALS re-sternotomy within
5 minutes
Cardiac Surgery Advanced Life Support ~ CALS ~ Provider Course clearflow
COURSE DESCRIPTION
In 2003, a group of dedicated UK surgeons embarked
upon the development of resuscitation protocols designed
specifically for postoperative cardiovascular surgical (CVS)
patients. After conducting an exhaustive literature analysis,
surgeon surveys and clinical practicums, they created the
Cardiac Surgical Unit Advanced Life Support (CSU-ALS)
course. In 2009, these physicians partnered with Jill Ley
of Sutter Health to create a one-day intensive program for
the USA (formerly called Cardiac Advanced Life Support
– Surgical or CALS-S) that addressed appropriate manage-
ment of postoperative de-compensation and emergency
re-sternotomy, using a common language for all providers.
This approach has been accepted as the official protocol in
Europe since 2010, and will soon be endorsed by the Society
of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for use in the United States.
This course is designed for RNs, NPs, PAs, and MDs who
wish to learn a novel, evidence-based approach to the
resuscitation of postoperative heart patients. Using a
format similar to Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS),
this program will include didactic lectures as well as hands-
on practice with emergency pacing, internal and external
defibrillation, and utilization of state of the art simulation
through our Shock Trauma Center Simulation Lab.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
• Identify unique features of the cardiac surgery patient
that warrant modifications to standard resuscitation
technique
• Distinguish critical differences between protocols for
ACLS versus CALS
• Describe the STS standardized protocol for management
of a cardiac arrest in a cardiac surgery patient
• Discuss 5-Point-Plan
• Demonstrate successful CALS re-sternotomy within
5 minutes
1. Fred Breidenbach III, PT, DPT, MS
5 Nina Court • Wilmington, DE 19810
Phone:302-250-3528 • Email:fred.breidenbach3@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of Delaware (Newark, DE): June 2014-December 2016
Doctor of Physical Therapy: Anticipated Graduation December 2016
M.S. Anatomy and Clinical Health Sciences: August 2015
West Chester University of Pennsylvania (West Chester, PA): August 2009-May 2014
Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science: Concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy & Minor in Nutrition
o Summa Cum Laude
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
University of Delaware Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinic (Newark, Delaware): Summer 2015
Semester long, part-time experience, Sports and Orthopedic Integrated Clinical Experience
Nemours/Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children (Wilmington, Delaware): Fall 2015
Semester long, part-time experience, Pediatric Integrated Clinical Experience
University of Delaware Neurologic and Older Adult Physical Therapy Clinic (Newark, Delaware): Winter 2016
Semester long, part-time experience, Neurologic and Older Adult Integrated Clinical Experience
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (Hamilton, NJ): May-July 2016
10 week, full time experience, Medically Complex Clinical Affiliation
University of Delaware Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Clinic (Newark, Delaware): July – September 2016
10 week, full time experience, Sports and Orthopedic Clinical Affiliation
Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation (West Orange, NJ): October – December 2016
10 week, full time experience, Rehabilitation Affiliation
WORK EXPERIENCE
Aide at Optimum Physical Therapy (West Chester, PA): Winter 2013 – November 2016
Analyze and improve biomechanical flaws of overhead throwing athletes.
Guide patients through exercise programs
Collect data for baseball specific screenings
Front office administration and insurance verification
Video Coordinator for Kansas City Royals (Wilmington, DE): Summer 2011
Collected game film of players for evaluation by scouts and coaches
Utilized software systemto cut film pitch by pitch
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
West Chester University Men’s Intercollegiate Baseball Team: September 2009- May 2014
2012 Division 2 National Champion
2013, 2014 Captain
West Chester University Student Athlete Advisory Committee: President 2013-2014, Vice President 2011-2013
Organized and orchestrated fundraising events and strategies for Make- A- Wish Foundation
Voted on appropriateness of new NCAA legislature for the West Chester University athletic community
MEMBERSHIPS AND AWARDS
American Physical Therapy Association; Delaware Chapter; Sports, Orthopedic, and Research Sections: 2014– present
CERTIFICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
American Red Cross
CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer: 2015-2017
Emergency Medical Response: 2015-2017
Administering Emergency Oxygen: 2015-2017
Combined Section Meetings and JOSPT
PosterPresentation and Online Publication - “Treatment of Lumbar Plexopathy Secondary to Shingles”: Feb 2016