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Adam Sabra

Dearborn,MI

Summary

Aspiring dentist with hands-on experience shadowing dental professionals and volunteering in oral health education for children with special needs. Skilled in patient communication, teamwork, and promoting preventative care, with a strong commitment to improving community oral health.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilitator

Creative Needs Project
Dearborn, MI
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided individualized instruction and support to students with learning difficulties, such as dyslexia or autism.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop Individualized Education Programs for students on the autism spectrum.
  • Served as an advocate for individuals with autism in educational settings.

Volunteer

The Mainstay Foundation
Detroit, MI
01.2023 - Current
  • Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.

Volunteer

The Amity Foundation
Detroit, MI
08.2021 - Current
  • Participated in community health campaigns, organized medical camps, and distributed hygiene kits in underserved neighborhoods.
  • Increased awareness of healthcare disparities and social determinants of health through direct community engagement.
  • Developed a strong commitment to social advocacy and equitable healthcare access, inspired by collaboration with dedicated volunteers.

Director

Wayne State Pre Dental Society
Detroit, MI
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Mentored incoming pre-dental students on academic planning, extracurricular involvement, and the dental school application process.
  • Co-organized and facilitated workshops, guest speaker events, and volunteer opportunities to enhance pre-dental student engagement.
  • Gained exposure to dental specialties and hands-on clinical experiences while strengthening leadership and communication skills.

Research Student

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
02.2023 - 12.2024
  • Conducted experiments and contributed to ongoing chemistry research projects under faculty supervision.
  • Collaborated with research team members to design experiments, troubleshoot procedures, and optimize protocols.
  • Strengthened problem-solving and critical thinking skills through hands-on research and experimental design.

Dental Assistant

HUDA Clinic
Detroit, MI
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Assisted dental professionals with clinical procedures in a free health clinic serving underserved populations.
  • Gained hands-on experience in patient care while enhancing cultural competence, and awareness of social determinants of health.
  • Contributed to promoting equitable healthcare access, reinforcing commitment to social justice, and community advocacy.

Dental Assistant

Parkwest Dental
Westland, Michigan
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
  • Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and escorted them to an examination room.
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist.

Volunteer Children's Oral Health

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Presented engaging, age-appropriate lessons on oral health topics, including proper brushing and flossing techniques, healthy eating habits, and the importance of regular dental check-ups.

Treasurer

Lebanese Student Association
Dearborn, MI
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Organized and participated in multiple fundraising events to support cultural and community initiatives.
  • Served as a campus liaison, assisting students, and promoting engagement with Lebanese Student Association activities.
  • Collaborated with other student organizations to foster cultural understanding, and increase campus-wide participation.

Dental Assistant

Novi Family Dentistry
Novi, MI
06.2019 - 12.2019
  • Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering telephones and updating patient records.
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.
  • Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
12-2024

Skills

  • Research methods
  • Data analysis
  • Behavioral assessments
  • Group facilitation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Client advocacy
  • Collaboration skills
  • Task delegation
  • Community outreach

Accomplishments

  • Dean's List 2024 at Wayne State University

Languages

Arabic
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Director

Wayne State Pre Dental Society
06.2023 - 12.2024

Volunteer Children's Oral Health

Wayne State University
03.2023 - 06.2023

Research Student

Wayne State University
02.2023 - 12.2024

Facilitator

Creative Needs Project
01.2023 - Current

Volunteer

The Mainstay Foundation
01.2023 - Current

Dental Assistant

Parkwest Dental
08.2022 - 08.2023

Dental Assistant

HUDA Clinic
05.2022 - 08.2024

Volunteer

The Amity Foundation
08.2021 - Current

Treasurer

Lebanese Student Association
01.2021 - 01.2023

Dental Assistant

Novi Family Dentistry
06.2019 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wayne State University
Adam Sabra