Alejandro Garcia
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Highly capable, bilingual Medical Student offering history of academic excellence coupled with resourceful and dedicated nature. Experience and success in a variety of medical practices resulting in strong organizational skills, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and an eagerness to contribute and assist the team in achieving their goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopaedic Researcher
Temple University Hospital Orthopaedic Department
Philadelphia, PA
07.2024 - Current
- Collaborated closely with Dr. Saqib Rehman and Dr. Justin Mathew on a project focused on elucidating the best management practices for ballistic pelvic fractures.
- Conducted extensive literature review, data collection, and analysis to evaluate the most effective treatment protocols for these complex injuries.
- Authored a manuscript, which is currently under consideration for publication in SurgiCol.
Child Life Volunteer Director
Shriners Hospital For Children
Philadelphia, PA
09.2023 - Current
- Managed Lewis Katz School of Medicine volunteers participation at Shriners Hospital and orchestrated weekly volunteer events.
- Collaborated with therapists and nursing staff to support pediatric medicine department by prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Facilitated children's emotional, social, and motor development in preparation for school or re-introduction into society.
Student Behavioral Therapist
Dr. and Mrs. Whitney Burrows
Baltimore, MD & Philadelphia, PA
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Worked with a cohort of occupational, behavioral, and cognitive therapists to manage, treat, and improve the side effects of autism experienced by James Burrows, son of Dr. and Mrs Whitney Burrows
- Initiated completion of daily morning routine, including aiding wake up, getting out of bed, using the restroom, brushing teeth, washing face, getting dressed, and eating meals.
- Implemented prescribed exposure therapy behavioral strategies with James to promote adherence to care plans, adoption of healthy behaviors and engagement in self-care.
Direct Support Professional for Adults With Autism
Itineris
Baltimore, MD
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence, well-being, and obtain work or internships.
- Led patient or groups on recreational activities to development life-skills (both social and motor skills) and enhance patient outcomes
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Clinical Research Assistant
Garza Laboratory At Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted research within the Cutaneous Translation Research Program (CTReP) at the Johns Hopkins University Medical School.
- Participated in research aiming to determine the ability to utilize autologous volar fibroblast injections to transform the delicate skin on the residual limbs of amputees to more resistant, palmer-like skin.
- Assisted in conducting biopsy procedures to remove skin for the sole of the foot, isolate and replicate fibroblasts, and inject said fibroblast in the patient's residual limb.
- Utilized ultrasound to measure the epidermal thickness, cell size, and skin firmness throughout the clinical trial
Laboratory Research Assistant
Garza Laboratory At Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Evaluated the effects of environmental factors on wound induced hair neogenesis (WIHN)
- Executed experiments to assess the rates of WIHN in wounded mice exposed to cage environments with differing levels of bacteria - germ free (GF), specific pathogen free (SPF), and wild type (control)
- Performed statistical, qualitative, and quantitative analysis, optimally determining that lower bacterial counts and diversity were correlated with slower regeneration and subsequent hair neogenesis.
Physical Therapist Assistant
Progress Physical Therapy
Abington, PA
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Implemented individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent disability.
- Worked alongside the doctors to generate future treatment plans and to develop personal connections with patients.
Content Creator/Publicist
Astra Holdings LLC
Miami, FL
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Interviewed clients to gather insights into personal & corporate lives and to establish an orientation for their marketing campaign
- Composed articles published in Yahoo News, New York Weekly, and Net News, which worked to build brand awareness, drive traffic to websites, and increase social media presence.
Medical Assistant & Translator
Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Shadowed Cardiologists during consultations scribing the patient's medical diseases, medications, and plan of treatment
- Served as a translator for Spanish speaking patients ensuring accurate medical diagnosis and treatment
- Significantly increased customer satisfaction among Spanish speaking patients throughout the 12-week employment.
Education
M.D. -
Lewis Katz School of Medicine
Philadelphia, PABachelor of Science - Molecular & Cellular Biology
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MDSkills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Proficient in Java, MATLAB, Python, and R
- Communication and Time-Management
- Patient Interviews and Service
- Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
Timeline
Orthopaedic Researcher
Temple University Hospital Orthopaedic Department
07.2024 - Current
Child Life Volunteer Director
Shriners Hospital For Children
09.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional for Adults With Autism
Itineris
01.2023 - 07.2023
Clinical Research Assistant
Garza Laboratory At Johns Hopkins University
08.2022 - 12.2022
Student Behavioral Therapist
Dr. and Mrs. Whitney Burrows
03.2022 - 09.2023
Laboratory Research Assistant
Garza Laboratory At Johns Hopkins University
09.2021 - 08.2022
Physical Therapist Assistant
Progress Physical Therapy
06.2021 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant & Translator
Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia
07.2020 - 08.2020
Content Creator/Publicist
Astra Holdings LLC
03.2020 - 03.2021
M.D. -
Lewis Katz School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Molecular & Cellular Biology
Johns Hopkins University
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