Corresponding Author - St. Luke's Children's Hospital
(2024-08)
Under supervision from Dr. Katherine Gomez. Investigating outcome revisions of pediatric appendicitis scoring systems; applications to limit CT scanning. Paper to be published in Fall 2025 in the Journal of Pediatric Surgery. Findings to be presented in May 2025 at the annual American Pediatric Surgical Association conference.
Certified sexual assault crisis intervention medical advocate - Family Abuse Center - Waco, TX
(2022-05)
- Accompany juvenile sexual assault victims to hospital visits.
- Serve on-call shifts as a hotline advocate, documenting sexual assault reports with police and assisting survivors.
- Offer trauma-informed support throughout the process, ensuring professionalism and compassion, and aiding in advocate management during examinations.
Tutor - Mission Waco - Waco, TX
(2025-01)
- Provide tutoring for K–12 students in after-school programs.
- Create welcoming learning environments; encourage students to feel comfortable practicing and building confidence.
President - Baylor Habitat for Humanity
(2024-04)
- Plan build days throughout the semester, collaborating monthly with Waco Habitat for Humanity.
- Organize fundraisers with local businesses to raise funds for the Waco Habitat ReStore.
- Lead outreach efforts on Fountain Mall and coordinate with city partners to increase club membership.
- Arrange meetings, holiday parties, and an end-of-year community banquet with the City of Waco.
Mentor - Mentor Way Through Medicine Fellowship
(2024-06)
Selected for mentorship fellowship; focused on digital drawing techniques and their application in simplifying medical procedure explanations for patient understanding.
- Engage in mentoring via online platforms; share experiences on Instagram and participate in weekly discussions to enhance engagement and improve the fellowship structure.
Clinical Shadowing - Centro Primer Nivel Carrizal - Azua, Dominican Republic
(2023-08 - 2023-08)
Medical Mission Trip
- Shadowed various medical specialties; gained insight into global healthcare.
- Observed surgical procedures (Cesarean section, ACL reconstruction); noted differences in sterile technique and practices compared to U.S. standards.
- Assisted with patient assessments: blood pressure, blood glucose levels, and weight.
Clinical Shadowing - Concierge Healthcare Partners - Los Angeles, CA
(2025-06)
Dr. Enzo Franco, Pain Management
- Assist in preparing equipment for local anesthetic, cortisone, and stem-cell injections; ensure proper sterile technique.
- Support patient intake and paperwork; escort patients to the procedure room and provide comfort and reassurance while they waited.
Clinical Shadowing - Angeles Medical Clinic - Los Angeles, CA
(2023-06 - 2025-01)
Dr. Nabeel Makhamy, Family Medicine
- Accompany doctor on rounds and help translate the physician's Farsi to English for patients.
- Maintain restocking of patient care rooms and gather equipment for blood and urine tests.
Clinical Shadowing - Palos Verdes Medical Group - Palos Verdes, CA
(2023-01 - 2023-06)
Dr. Jason Munoz, Sports Medicine
- Observe patient visits; assist with ultrasound-guided evaluations and analysis of MRIs/X-rays for diagnosing ligament and fractures.
- Help maintain confidentiality of electronic medical records.
Waitress and Barista - Yellow Vase Café - Palos Verdes, CA
(2022-08)
- Improve customer service and time management in a fast-paced environment; ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborate with team members and resolve customer concerns to maintain a positive dining experience.
Chemistry and Math Tutor - Private - Waco, TX
(2024-08)
- Provide personalized academic support in Biology, Chemistry, and Calculus; simplify complex concepts.
- Design comprehensive lesson plans and study materials to reinforce learning and improve retention; boost confidence and exam scores.
