VictorCzerkasijDoctor of Nursing Practice DNP

[Pronunciation: Chur'-ka-see]

Family Nurse Practitioner • Cleveland, TN

Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Radiation Oncology, Research

Doctor of Nursing Practice Dermatology

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Summary

Dermatology Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) with 20+ years and senior provider with Skin Cancer & Cosmetic Dermatology, PC, a private dermatology corporation with 15 clinical sites in two states and 45 providers. A well-known and popular conference speaker, writer, lecturer, and author with outstanding communication skills and exceptional clinical and administrative experience. Active both in and outside the university classroom, with wide experience of 30+ years of teaching; principal investigator in research; editorial and multiple advisory board memberships; author for professional development, continuing education, and leadership in the dermatology nurse practitioner profession. Familiar, popular, and sought-after dermatology speaker at workshops, seminars, and conferences. Proficient in diagnosis, treatment, and management of skin cancers, melanoma, psoriasis, acne, atopic dermatitis, and many other acute and chronic dermatological conditions of all ages. Expert understanding of the role, mechanism, and application of biologics and advocate of their use in the appropriate population. Key strengths include understanding and applying immunology in a host of dermatology/rheumatology settings; the formation of enduring, collaborative interpersonal relationships within various professions and industries; critically analyzing challenges in the marketing of new and established medications to both provider and the public; consulting pharmaceutical companies and startups in positioning their formulary; providing sound advice for pharmaceutical organizations in their relationships with the prescribing community ie explaining the unique role of advanced practice providers; experienced at project development and publication material evaluation. Adept at the work and operation of the medical science liaison, targeting trends and current thinking within the Advanced Practice PA/NP community and translating the data into decision-making for smarter business outcomes.

Certifications & Licensure

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program (AANPCP) Family Nurse Practitioner

Education & Training

Graceland UniversityDoctorate, 2019 - 2022
Vanderbilt UniversityM.S.N., Family Nurse Practitioner, 2006
Keiser CollegeA.S., Medical Assisting, 2004
Southern Adventist UniversityM.A., Religion with an Emphasis in Conflict Management, 2000
Southern Adventist UniversityB.A., 1983

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Support of the United States Air Force and Personnel USAAF, 2008
The Amy Frances Brown Prize for Excellence in Writing and Research: "The Effect of Moderate to Severe Psoriasis on Human Sexuality" 2006
The Nightingale Award Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (VUSN), 2005
The Kathleen Suzanne Nelson Award Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (VUSN), 2004
Sincere Appreciation For Ten Years of Contribution As An AEA Enrollment Professional Adventist Enrollment Association (AEA), 2002
Recognition for a Decade of Service Southern Adventist University, 2002
Best Individual Playoff Game Performance (2 Homeruns, 1 Triple, 1 Double) Collegedale (Tennessee) Adult Softball League, 1999
Ministerial Ordination Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1998
Winner, Championship Bowling (Ten Pin) Tournament 1994
First Place, 3-K Timed Walk for age category (30-39 year olds), Alumni Homecoming Southern Adventist University, 1994
Certificate of Appreciation Executive Office on Aging, Office of the Governor, State of Hawaii, 1992
Certificate for Dramatic Excellence: Outstanding Performance in a Musical Greater Miami Academy, 1988
Full Scholarship Harvard University, 1984
Second Place Short Story Contest, "Losing My Star" 1982
Sigma Theta Tau (Nursing Honor Society)
Honorary Air Assault Soldier 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
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Publications & Presentations

Journal Articles

Issues in Skin of Color
Czerkasij V, The Nurse Practitioner: The American Journal for Primary Care, 1/1/2013
Tempest in a Tanning Bottle
Czerkasij V, Nursing, 1/1/2011
Dermal Fillers: Help patients put their best face forward
Czerkasij V, The Nurse Practitioner: The American Journal for Primary Care, 1/1/2010
Dermatology Assessment: The Full Skin Check
Czerkasij V, Journal of Nurse Practitioner's, Diagnostic Tips Column Parts I and II, 1/1/2010
Diagnosing and Treating Hansen's Disease
Czerkasij V, Clinician Reviews, 1/1/2009
The Truth About Skin-care Products
Czerkasij V, Women of Spirit, 1/1/2009
Breakout: Acne Myths and Facts
Czerkasij V, Women of Spirit, 1/1/2009
Extreme Makeover: The Facts of Plastic Surgery and Skin
Czerkasij V, Women of Spirit, 1/1/2008
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Lectures

Dermatology Workshops and Common Dermatologic Procedures
1/22/2014
FHEA Dermatology and Suturing Workshop
1/17/2014
Introduction to Dermatology A-Z
1/12/2014
Multiple Dermatology Lectures
1/23/2013
State of Dermatology Issues That Affect Our Community
1/11/2013
Dinner with the Doctor: Dermatology
1/9/2013
Issues of Atopic Dermatitis
1/2/2013
Updates to Skin Cancer and Melanoma
1/2/2013
Dermatology Presentation
1/26/2012
Foundations of Dermatology
1/26/2012
Acne and Rosacea
1/18/2012
Ethnic Skin
1/18/2012
Five Nights of Dermatology Lectures
1/15/2012
Cutaneous Manifestations of Life-Threatening Disease
1/29/2011
Psoriasis: What It Is and What We Can Do
1/27/2011
Solodyn: The Benefits and Limits of Oral Antibiotics for Acne
1/26/2011
Skin Cancer Screening
1/25/2011
Community Skin Screening
1/24/2011
Advanced Assessment in Dermatology
1/22/2011
Strategies in Treating Psoriasis: Biologics
1/18/2011
Issues in Geriatric Dermatology
1/17/2011
Three Conversations in Heaven
1/17/2011
Basic and Advanced Dermatology Assessment
1/16/2011
Ethnic Dermatology: Issues in Skin of Color
1/16/2011
Life-threatening Manifestations of Cutaneous Disorders
1/16/2011
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Other

FHEA Basic Skills Workshop
Czerkasij V
1/18/2014
Live TV Interview for Dermatology Call-in Program: "The Heart of Health" 3ABN
Czerkasij V
1/14/2014
Weekly Dermatology Radio Program
Czerkasij V, 92.9 FM/WCLE 104.1 FM
1/1/2010
Embracing Male Pattern Baldness
Czerkasij V, Health Scope Magazine
1/1/2010
Overexposed: American’s Playing with Fire with Sun Risks
Czerkasij V, Lifestyle Section, Chattanooga Times Free-Press
1/19/2008
Men in Nursing, Health Check Feature “What’s getting under your skin?”
Czerkasij V
1/1/2007
Crossing the Bridge
Czerkasij V, Vanderbilt Nurse
1/1/2005
Tu Vida El Viaje Mas Emocionante (Spanish translation of “The Ride of Your Life”)
Czerkasij V, Asociacion Publicadora Interamericana
1/1/2002
Two Slices of Pizza
Czerkasij V, The Front Porch Magazine
1/1/2002
Blown-Away Beetle
Czerkasij V, The Front Porch Magazine
1/1/2002
Over & Over Again! Volume 2: Adventist Share Personal Faith Stories
Czerkasij V, General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists
1/1/2000
When Jesus Fails
Czerkasij V, Adventist Review
1/19/1998
On the Road Again…and Again…and Again
Czerkasij V, Southern Columns Alumni Magazine
1/1/1998
The Church – Who Needs It?
Czerkasij V, Adventist Review
1/20/1997
“Rejoice Together”, Dedication of Hickman Science Center, ghost writer for President’s Dedicatory Address
Czerkasij V, Southern Adventist University
1/18/1997
Personal feature in Transcript
Czerkasij V, Southern Adventist University
1/10/1997
The Top Ten Excuses for Not Witnessing
Czerkasij V, Adventist Witness
1/1/1997
What Matters Most
Czerkasij V, Adventist Review
1/17/1996
Outreach and Spirituality Begin Strong and Early
Czerkasij V, The Gleaner, Seventh-day Adventist Church
1/9/1996
The Fifty Most Beautiful, Spiritually Wealthy, and Interesting Speakers for Christian Young Adults
Adventist View
1/1/1996
The Ride of Your Life
Czerkasij V, et al, Review and Herald Publishing Association
1/1/1996
600 Minutes with God: Devotionals for Christian Men
Czerkasij V, et al, AdvenTalk Media
1/1/1996
Featured in “Give & Take: A Repository of Great Adventist Quotes”
Czerkasij V, Adventist Review
1/1/1996
Magazine Cover Picture Credit
Southern Columns
1/1/1994
The Toughest Job I Ever Loved
Honolulu Star-Bulletin
1/1/1993
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Other Languages

Ukrainian

Office
2253 Chambliss Avenue NW
Suite 300
Cleveland, TN 37311
Phone+1 423-472-3332

Fax+1 423-472-3830
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