Alejandro Peralta Jacome
Sarasota,USA
Summary
As a first-generation student with diverse experiences in research, healthcare, and community service, I am committed to improving healthcare accessibility. My journey—from running a business to bridging language barriers in clinical settings—has been focused on becoming a neurosurgeon. Driven by a passion for medical research and compassionate care, I aim to advance healthcare for underserved populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish-Speaking Advocate
Hopkins Community Connection (HCC)
Baltimore, Maryland
12.2024 - Current
- Screen 10+ pediatric patients for social needs, addressing gaps in food, housing, and insurance.
- Connect patients to 2,000+ community resources like WIC and SNAP.
- Provide bilingual Spanish-English support, breaking language barriers to improve care.
- Track patient outcomes, contributing to data-driven service improvements.
- Completed 16+ hours of training on social determinants of health.
Advising Fellow
Matriculate
Baltimore, MD
12.2024 - Current
- Mentored up to 4 high-achieving, low-income high school students annually on college admissions and financial aid.
- Completed 15-hour certification in education equity and mentorship.
- Helped students gain admission to top universities through personalized guidance.
- Collaborated with 50+ fellows nationwide to enhance outreach and program success.
Translation Director
Grey Matters Leadership Team
Baltimore, Maryland
09.2024 - Current
- Directed the translation branch, ensuring 100% accuracy and accessibility for over 50 neuroscience articles in Spanish, reaching an audience of 10,000+ readers.
- Revised and edited 100+ drafts, enhancing clarity and quality by 20% for Spanish-speaking communities.
- Trained a team of 5 translators, reducing turnaround time for publications by 25%.
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine
Baltimore, Maryland
08.2024 - Current
- Researching neural-glial innate immune responses to viral infections in Dr. Amanda Brown's lab through the JUMP Medical Tutorials program
- Utilizing molecular biology techniques such as PCR, Western blotting, and ELISA to analyze inflammatory pathways
- Conducting single-cell RNA sequencing and image analysis to study proinflammatory signaling in human microglia and post-mortem brain tissues
- Working with humanized mouse models to study neuroinflammation in vivo
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
Baltimore, MD
10.2023 - Current
- Supported research on transcranial electrical stimulation (tES/DCS) for neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's and aphasia, in Dr. Kyrana Tsapkini's lab.
- Analyzed actigraphy and multimodal imaging data through virtual server connections, ensuring seamless data processing and integration into research workflows.
- Conducted 30+ literature reviews to refine research methodologies and experimental designs, contributing to impactful literature reviews and research reports.
Emergency Department Support
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland
09.2023 - Current
- Deliver administrative support and manage medical equipment, reducing patient wait time by 10% through workflow optimization.
- Assist 30+ patients weekly with non-clinical needs, improving overall patient satisfaction.
Business Owner/Founder
Bros Multi-Service
Siesta Key, FL
03.2017 - Current
- Manage 35+ properties, offering landscaping, pool maintenance, and grill cleaning services, achieving 25% annual revenue growth.
- Lead marketing campaigns, manage the website, which expanded the client base by 20%, and supervised a team of 15 staff members to achieve maximum operational efficiency.
- Managed tasks remotely during semesters in Baltimore
Spanish Language Services Translator
Health Department’s Immunization Clinic
Baltimore, Maryland
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Translate 200+ medical documents and provide real-time interpretation for 50+ Spanish-speaking patients, improving care accessibility.
Academic Tutor
Schoolhouse. World
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Tutored 30+ high school and college students globally, increasing their math and chemistry scores by an average of 15%.
- Led weekly study groups and guided 10+ students through the college application process, resulting in 80% acceptance to top-tier universities.
Summer Research Intern
Moffitt Cancer Center
Tampa, FL
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted in APC research and experimental design focused on cancer cell cycle regulation in Dr. Lixin Wan's lab
- Maintained and split cancer cell lines, performed PCR, Western blotting, and immunofluorescence
- Successfully presented research findings at the end-of-summer symposium
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD05.2027
High School Diploma -
Sarasota High School
Sarasota, FL05.2023
Skills
- Lab Techniques: PCR, Western blotting, SDS-PAGE, ELISA, immunohistochemistry
- Data Analysis: R, SPSS, single-cell RNA sequencing
- Research Methods: Cell culture, experimental design, actigraphy, imaging analysis
- Patient Interaction: Clinical support, Spanish-English translation
- Business Management: Budgeting, team leadership, marketing
Affiliations
• Neurosurgery Shadowing, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital - St. Petersburg, Florida
12/2023 – 03/2024
Shadowed neurosurgeons during breaks, observing surgeries and clinical care.
• Supporting Hospitals Abroad with Resources and Equipment (SHARE)
2023 – Present
Organized medical equipment, managed a team for packaging and shipment, and participated in neurosurgeon shadowing.
• NU RHO PSI – Neuroscience Honor Society, Johns Hopkins University
2023 – Present
Attended neuroscience presentations and Grand Rounds; mentored underclassmen.
• Lambda Epsilon Mu (LEM) – Latinx Pre-Health Honor Society
09/2024 – Present
Contributed by promoting academic medicine and facilitating networking and research opportunities for Latino pre-med students.
Certification
- Human Subject Research - Biomedical Research CITI Program, 01/24, 01/27, 60266526
- Researchers CITI Program, 01/24, 60266527
- Good Clinical Practice and ICH CITI Program, 01/24, 01/27, 60266525
Accomplishments
- Ecuador's Outstanding Research and Assistance Award for Future Medical Leaders (2022)
- Featured in Observer's Spirit of America Issue (2023)
- Gulfcoast South AHEC Health Careers Program Acceptance (2023)
- Dean's List Recipient (2023–24)
- Selected Presenter, Future Fest Chronicles: Unveiling FLI Students' Journeys (2024)
- Accepted into Krieger School Spring Mentorship Program (2024)
Scholarships:
- Hopkins Donor-Funded Scholarship
- Father Connie Dougherty Memorial Scholarship (2023)
- Charles S. Herron Jr. M.D. Student Healthcare Scholarship (2023)
- Edward B. and Violet M. Cuthbert Scholarship (2023)
- Gould Family Trust Scholarship (2023)
- Wellington Chen M.D. Student Healthcare Scholarship (2023)
- HACU & Southwest Airlines ¡Lánzate!/Take Off! Travel Award (2024)
- JHU Life Design Lab's SOAR Summer Plunge Scholarship (2024)
- Lewis K. Cooksey Educational Scholarship (2024)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Spanish-Speaking Advocate
Hopkins Community Connection (HCC)
12.2024 - Current
Advising Fellow
Matriculate
12.2024 - Current
Translation Director
Grey Matters Leadership Team
09.2024 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine
08.2024 - Current
Summer Research Intern
Moffitt Cancer Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant
The Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine
10.2023 - Current
Emergency Department Support
Medstar Good Samaritan Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Spanish Language Services Translator
Health Department’s Immunization Clinic
08.2023 - 12.2024
Academic Tutor
Schoolhouse. World
08.2023 - 12.2024
Business Owner/Founder
Bros Multi-Service
03.2017 - Current
- Human Subject Research - Biomedical Research CITI Program, 01/24, 01/27, 60266526
- Researchers CITI Program, 01/24, 60266527
- Good Clinical Practice and ICH CITI Program, 01/24, 01/27, 60266525
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience
Johns Hopkins University
High School Diploma -
Sarasota High School
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