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Undergoing practicum placement as a research assistant for a clinical study evaluating the effectiveness of an interprofessional education and exercise program for Parkinson’s patients. Within this placement, I have taken on the role of project lead, overseeing various aspects of the research process, including designing the research protocol in accordance with the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2). This role also includes managing… Show more Undergoing practicum placement as a research assistant for a clinical study evaluating the effectiveness of an interprofessional education and exercise program for Parkinson’s patients. Within this placement, I have taken on the role of project lead, overseeing various aspects of the research process, including designing the research protocol in accordance with the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (TCPS 2). This role also includes managing self-directed responsibilities such as critically analyzing research through literature reviews, analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, and ensuring the smooth operation of the clinic through collaboration with healthcare professionals. Additionally, I have actively engaged with patients during recruitment phases and throughout the program itself, understanding their specific needs and tailoring the program to meet those needs. Show less

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Conducted MCAT biology tutoring sessions for a class of students. Coordinated lesson plans and created content for student engagement. Assisted and interacted with students to ensure all concerns and questions were addressed, resulting in positive student ratings and feedback.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Leading research team in conducting a systemic review of animal models of Lyme carditis. Critically analyzing literature and assessing its relevance to the team's research question. Organizing team deadlines and communicating with the team in setting goals and evaluating progress to facilitate a positive team dynamic.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Coached youth teams of 12-14-year-olds through competitive games while managing team rosters, schedules and meetings during summer seasons. Set up team practices, allowing players more playing time and social interaction. I pursued this opportunity to spread my passion for the game to youth in my community while demonstrating responsibility and reliability by caring for players.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Demonstrated community involvement and social activism by starting a new club to spread awareness of liver health and support a liver foundation in a community lacking liver advocacy. Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills by acting as the President and hiring and training a team of club members to collectively organize club events and manage club logistics and finances

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Conducted administrative work in the surgical admission unit by preparing preoperative files, communicating with other healthcare professionals, and assisting patients, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and responsibility to care for patient information. I also worked in the cardiac clinic as a patient coordinator, which included preparing patient rooms and files, using interprofessional communication to provide patient updates to the various professionals in the healthcare team, and… Show more Conducted administrative work in the surgical admission unit by preparing preoperative files, communicating with other healthcare professionals, and assisting patients, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and responsibility to care for patient information. I also worked in the cardiac clinic as a patient coordinator, which included preparing patient rooms and files, using interprofessional communication to provide patient updates to the various professionals in the healthcare team, and assisting patients in receiving care, ensuring patient satisfaction and overall flow within the ward. Show less

Master Of Health Science (Mhsc), Medical Physiology

Conducted a self-directed literature review with Dr. Michael Seed on Fetal Cardiac MRI. Developed proficiency in coding using R in a Big.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs (Honours), Life Science