Education and Experience

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 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.

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.

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