BROOKLYN L. SIMS
Gadsden,AL
Summary
Dental professional with solid foundation in dental care and patient management. Proven ability to develop effective treatment plans and maintain high standards of oral health. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic environments, excelling in patient education and clinical procedures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Scholarship Recipient
Health Resources Services Administration
2021.09 - Current
- Receive four years of National Health Service Corps tuition and fees assistance for four years full-time service
- Upon graduation, provide dental services to communities in need
Chaperone / Mentor
SMILE Healthcare Pathways Program
2024.07 - 2024.08
- Served as a dedicated chaperone, supporting students from diverse backgrounds with interests in healthcare careers
- Provided mentorship, fostered a supportive and inclusive environment, and ensured student safety during program activities
- Worked closely with program coordinators to facilitate workshops, coordinate field trips, and engage in discussions on healthcare pathways
Scholar
Central TN Area Health Education Center
2021.09 - 2023.08
- Receive necessary knowledge and skills to provide culturally competent, quality health care services, especially in rural and medically underserved areas
- Heightened awareness of the existence and magnitude of health disparities, including the multifactorial causes and the many solutions required to diminish or eliminate them
- Participate in curriculum including clinical, didactic, and community-based training activities (40 hours didactic and 40 hours clinical training per year)
Committee Member
Gadsden City Council's Human Relations Advisory Committee
2020.09 - 2022.06
- Attended monthly meetings to discuss civil issues impacting the city of Gadsden
- Pioneered programs, policies, and activities to reduce discrimination and increase cultural competency
- Served as one of the three committee members under the age of 30
Vice President of Central Region
National Institute of Science
2019.03 - 2020.05
- Oversaw chapters in KY, MO, OH, TN, and WV
- Directed chapters at participating colleges and universities on successful planning and execution
- Supported the president in their duties
Summer Participant
Fisk- Meharry BS-MD Summer Enrichment Program
2017.06 - 2018.08
- Participated in Science and Personal Development preparatory classes as preparation towards dental school
- Gained hands-on experience by working with test dummies while observing various dental clinics
- Collaborated with other participants on a team of 5 - 6 members for various projects related to anatomy and molecular cell biology
Receptionist
Dr. Barbara A. Jones Periodontics
2018.01 - 2018.05
- Provided administrative support such as assigning new patients into the system and organizing patient charts
- Received 15-20 phones calls and booked 5-10 appointments per day
- Aided Dr
- Jones and provided assistance during surgeries
Dental Assistant
Stacey Family Dentistry
2016.01 - 2016.08
- Prepared treatment rooms and assisted the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures
- Scheduled appointments and reminders using scheduling software
- Filed insurance papers, bills and payment for various dental services
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN2025-05
No Degree -
Troy University
Troy, AL2022-08
Master of Science - Health Sciences
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN2021-05
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Fisk University
Nashville, TN2020-05
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Self Motivation
- Advising and Educating Patients
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Reliability
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
Leadership
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. South Eastern Regional Conference Planning Committee, 2022-2023
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Pi Chapter Homecoming Committee, 2021-2022
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Pi Chapter President, 2019-2020
Publications / Appearances
“Becoming-A Journey to Wellness: Engaging HBCU Students in Developing a Theory-Based Youtube Healthy Lifestyle Intervention,” Journal of Health Care of the Poor and Underserved, Johns Hopkins University Press Feb 2022
Speaker: “Spirit of Excellence,” Gadsden State Community College Upward Bound, 2021
Timeline
Chaperone / Mentor
SMILE Healthcare Pathways Program
2024.07 - 2024.08
Scholarship Recipient
Health Resources Services Administration
2021.09 - Current
Scholar
Central TN Area Health Education Center
2021.09 - 2023.08
Committee Member
Gadsden City Council's Human Relations Advisory Committee
2020.09 - 2022.06
Vice President of Central Region
National Institute of Science
2019.03 - 2020.05
Receptionist
Dr. Barbara A. Jones Periodontics
2018.01 - 2018.05
Summer Participant
Fisk- Meharry BS-MD Summer Enrichment Program
2017.06 - 2018.08
Dental Assistant
Stacey Family Dentistry
2016.01 - 2016.08
Doctor of Dental Surgery -
Meharry Medical College
No Degree -
Troy University
Master of Science - Health Sciences
Meharry Medical College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Fisk University