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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Christian J. Lopez, DNP, CRNA

Forest Hill,MD

Summary

Doctorally prepared Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with over eight years of independent experience in a Level 1 trauma center. Skilled in assessment, diagnostics, and delivering individualized treatment plans for complex, culturally diverse patient populations. A collaborative, research-driven professional dedicated to innovation, technology integration, and evidence-based care. Compassionate and flexible, committed to delivering the highest standard of patient-centered care.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Anesthesia Solutions: Baltimore Ambulatory Center for Endoscopy
01.2025 - Current
  • Deliver independent anesthesia Services across a variety of outpatient settings for endoscopy procedures.
  • Manage preoperative assessments, intraoperative anesthesia care, and postoperative recovery for diverse minimally invasive procedures.
  • Ensure safe and efficient turnover in high-volume environments while maintaining quality patient care.
  • Educated patients on anesthesia processes, addressing concerns and enhancing overall care experience.
  • Implemented best practices in anesthesia protocols, improving procedural efficiency and patient outcomes.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Anesthesia Solutions: Dulaney Eye Institute
01.2024 - Current
  • Independently provide anesthesia care for ophthalmic and facial surgical procedures including cataract removal, oculoplastics, corneal repair, strabismus, and facial plastic surgeries.
  • Conduct comprehensive preoperative evaluations and postoperative recovery assessments.
  • Educated patients on anesthesia processes, addressing concerns and enhancing overall care experience.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Centurion Anesthesia
01.2020 - Current
  • Manage anesthesia for high-volume outpatient surgical cases with fast turnovers.
  • Case mix includes orthopedics, gynecology, ophthalmology, pediatric ENT, and pain management procedures.
  • Effectively manage the induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of anesthesia while closely monitoring patient responsiveness to ensure optimal results.
  • Manage emergency situations effectively, utilizing advanced airway management skills when required.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
01.2019 - Current
  • Deliver anesthesia for trauma cases including gunshot wounds, blunt trauma, complex vascular, thoracic, and orthopedic emergencies.
  • Provide rapid-response airway management for codes, trauma activations, and STAT intubations in critical care settings.
  • Collaborate with surgical teams to develop tailored anesthesia plans based on individual patient needs.
  • Mentored junior staff in advanced anesthesia techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Long Island Jewish Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2019
  • Implemented best practices in anesthesia protocols, improving procedural efficiency and patient outcomes.
  • Developed individualized anesthesia plans collaboratively with surgical and nursing teams, enhancing outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Education

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia

Union University
Jackson, TN
08.2018

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude - undefined

Long Island University
Brooklyn, NY
01.2010

Skills

  • General, Regional, and MAC Anesthesia
  • Emergency Airway Management
  • Trauma and Critical Care Anesthesia
  • Pediatric and Geriatric Anesthesia
  • Peripheral Nerve Blocks
  • TIVA and Inhalational Techniques
  • EMR Systems: Epic, Cerner

Certification

  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), NBCRNA
  • Maryland & New York State Licensure (Active)
  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS (Current)

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Anesthesia Solutions: Baltimore Ambulatory Center for Endoscopy
01.2025 - Current

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Anesthesia Solutions: Dulaney Eye Institute
01.2024 - Current

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Centurion Anesthesia
01.2020 - Current

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Brookdale Hospital Medical Center
01.2019 - Current

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Long Island Jewish Medical Center
12.2018 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Magna Cum Laude - undefined

Long Island University

Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia

Union University
Christian J. Lopez, DNP, CRNA