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Gail P. Krivan, M.D. 

Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation 

896 W Nye Ln, Suite 102 

Carson City, NV 89703 

775-443-5671 ​

 

Dr. Krivan has over 23 years of medical experience. Our team is supervised and managed by a board-certified physician dedicated to providing personalized medical services to our clients.  

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ForeveryoungMDSpa specializes in the art and science of enhancing our patient's self-image and quality of life. We help create life-changing programs that enhance our patient's beauty and  well-being. 

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ForeverYoungMDSpa            5/2003 - Present 

  • Pioneered the establishment of a cutting-edge medical spa focused on non-surgical beauty options for aging gracefully.  

  • Successfully launched and managed operations, catering to clients in the capital of Nevada and in the surrounding areas including Lake Tahoe. 

 

State of Nevada Obesity Weight Loss Program  5/2017 - Present 

  • Oversee the State of Nevada Weight Loss Program in Northern Nevada.  

  • Manage and implement a highly successful statewide weight loss program, achieving significant participant results and positive outcomes. 

 

State of Nevada Medical-Assisted Treatment Program 7/2017 - 7/2020 

  • Spearheaded efforts to combat illicit drug use through comprehensive treatment strategies and patient-centered care. 

  • Collaborate with judges within the court system to implement evidence-based treatment approaches, aiding individuals in overcoming illicit drug dependencies, including heroin and opioids. 

 

  Rehab and Wound Care, Evergreen Rehabilitation Center 4/2011 - 4/2020 

  • Held the position of Medical Director for Wound Care and Rehabilitation at a prominent nursing facility, spearheading comprehensive care programs to enhance wound healing.     

  • Led a multidisciplinary team to facilitate patient recovery through the integration of physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing interventions to optimize treatment plans, achieve favorable outcomes, and discharge home.  

  • I served as the Medical Director at Evergreen Rehabilitation Center in Carson City, Nevada, where I managed all aspects of the rehabilitation process, from admission to discharge. My responsibilities included the coordination of comprehensive care plans for our patients. 

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Medical Director Carson Tahoe Hospital Wound Care           7/2005 - 4/2011 

  • As the Medical Director at Carson Tahoe Woundcare, I was responsible for overseeing and coordinating wound care treatment plans, which included grafts, debridement, and the operation of hyperbaric oxygen chambers. My role encompassed ensuring optimal care for wound healing. 

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Private Practice, Carson Tahoe Physiatry 8/2001 – 8/2002 

  • Outpatient practice in pain management, addiction, and rehabilitation.  

  • Led a multidisciplinary team to facilitate patient recovery through the integration of physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing interventions to optimize treatment plans, achieve favorable outcomes, and discharge home. 

 

Carson Tahoe Hospital Rehabilitation Center 8/2005 - 4/2011 

  • I served as Medical Director at Carson Tahoe Hospital Inpatient Rehabilitation.    

  • Led a multidisciplinary team to facilitate patient recovery through the integration of physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and nursing interventions to optimize treatment plans, achieve favorable outcomes, and discharge home. 

 

Circle of Life, Hospice 10/2014 - 3/2015 

  • I served as Medical Director of Circle of Life Hospice. 

  • We convened weekly to discuss patient care and achieved remarkable outcomes. 

 

Independent Physician, Utilization Review 1/2004 - 7/2005 

  • I held an independent position at Washoe Medical Center, where I reviewed patient charts to ensure the quality and accuracy of documentation.   

 

Institute for Continuing Healthcare Education (ACHE) San Fransisco, CA     5/2003 - 3/2010 

   

Medical Director, Outpatient Rehabilitation Services                    1/2003 - 4/2003 

Washoe Health System, Reno, NV 

 

Co-Medical Director, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Reno           8/2002 - 8/2003 

 

Private Practice Physiatrist at Team Rehab, Inc., Reno, NV.                        8/2002 - 8/2003            

 

Chief Resident           6/2000 - 7/2001 

  • University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program at St. Charles Hospital, Port Jefferson, NY; State University of New York (SUNY), Stony Brook School of Medicine, Stony Brook, NY; and Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Northport, NY. Rotations include: 

 

Complementary &  alternative medicine  

(elective) Pediatric rehabilitation  

Orthopedic and sports  

medicine EMG services 

pain management  

Spinal cord, traumatic brain injury & stroke rehabilitation 

 

Residency at University Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Program           7/1998 - 6/2000 

  • St. Charles Hospital; Stony Brook University Hospital; and Veteran Affairs Medical Center. Rotations include: 

Outpatient and in-patient rehabilitation; Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation; Spinal cord, traumatic brain injury & stroke rehabilitation, including community re-entry; Orthopedics, geriatric and subacute rehabilitation Musculoskeletal and occupational outpatient rehabilitation EMG services 

 

PGY-1 Internship:            7/1997 - 7/1998 

  • Internal Medicine Residency Training Program, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Reno. Rotations at Department of Internal Medicine at Washoe Medical Center and the Veterans' Administration Hospital include: 

General internal medicine and ICU rotations   Oncology Neurology Infections Diseases 

Education 

 

U.S. Navy, Rank E-4, Title HIM/3                 1986 - 1990  

  • Honorable Discharge and Honors Graduate with Recognition:  

Naval School of the Health Sciences, Portmouth, VA Hospital Corpsman School, Great Lakes, IL Fleet Marine School, Jacksonville, NC 

 

 B.S., Biology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT.     1990 - 1993 

 

M.D., American University of the Caribbean (AUC)     1994 - 1997 

Plymouth, Montserrat, British West Indies. Clerkships include:  

University of Nevada School of Medicine, Reno, NV - 4th year clinical rotations in General Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, and Pulmonary Medicine;  

Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI - 4th year clinical rotations in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation;  

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Santa Barbara, CA - 4th year clinical rotations in General Surgery and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation;  

Princess Margaret Hospital, Nassau, Bahamas - 3rd year clinical rotations: mixed medicine. AUC - completion of two years of the basic sciences program.  

LIcenses and Certifications  

 

Medical Doctor Licensure in State of Nevada, Active:           03/01 - Present 

No. 9735 05/03        

Board Certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation:             03/01 - Present 

No. 7325   

Memberships 

 

  • Diplomat of the American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation  

  • American Medical Association  

  • American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation  

 

Presentations 

 

  • Popelka (Krivan) G. Post-Stroke Rehabilitation: An Evidence Based Approach.  

  • Presented at the American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, 62nd  Annual Assembly, San Francisco, CA - November 3-5, 2000. 

  • Krivan, G. Acute Stroke, Prevention and Rehabilitation. 2nd Annual Stroke Symposium, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital, Reno, NV May 2002 . 

  • Krivan, G. The Management of Pain. Presented at Washoe Therapy Center and Integrated Therapies, Reno, NV - March 26,2003  

  • Krivan G. Pain Management In service, Gentiva Conference Room, Gentiva Health Services, Reno, , NV - June 12, 2003.  

  • Krivan, G. The Management of Pain. Presented at the Churchill Community Hospital, Fallon, NV - August 13, 2003.  

  • Krivan, G. Pain Management and the Clinical Applications of Botulinum Toxins. Presented at Tahoe Forest District Hospital, Truckee, CA - September 17, 2003.  

  • Krivan, G. Pain Management and the Clinical Applications of Botulinum Toxins. Presented at Banner Lassen Medical Center, Susanville, CA - September 23, 2003.  

  • Krivan, G. Pain Management and the Clinical Applications of Botulinum Toxins. Reflections on Rural Health. An interdisciplinary Approach. Presented at Elko Convention Center, Elko, NV - October 3, 2003 

 

Publications 

 

Rosenberg, C. and Popelka (Krivan), G. Post-stroke rehabilitation: A review of the guidelines for patient management. Geriatrics 2000; 55(9): 75-81. 

Meetings, CME courses & Workshops Attended 

 

 

California Society of Facial Plastic Surgery, Truckee, CA,   2/2015 - 2017  

 

KCI Peer-to-Peer Wound Management Summit        02/28/2014 - 03/01/2014 Pathways to Wound Reconstruction by invitation only  

 

Numerous meetings in pain management, woundcare, and rehabilitation          2005 - 2014  

 

2005 American Academy of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation       June 16 -18 2005 Emerging Concepts in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Pain in San Francisco, CA 

 

2003 American Board of Independent Medical Examiners     February 1-2, 2003 

(ABIME certification review course, Orlando, FL  

 

2003 Traumatic Brain Injuries Conference        April 10-12,2003  

  • Sponsored by Contemporary Forums, San Francisco, CA  

 

Neurotoxin Clinical Update and Injection Workshop May 10,2003 sponsored by Allergan in San Francisco, CA  

 

Symposium of Advanced Wound Care in San Diego, CA-       April 21-25, 2005 

 

1999 Annual Meeting Sponsored by the Association             February 17-21, 1999 

of Academic Physiatrists, Orlando, FL 

 

 

Highlights 

 

  • Management 

  • Problem solving 

  • Communication 

  • Leadership  

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