Cherith Lugo
Tampa,FL
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Family Care
Arlington, USA
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Managed schedules and fostered emotional, mental, and social growth.
- Supervised daily activities and routines for children of varying ages.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
- Organized educational and recreational activities to promote development.
Teaching Assistant
Firefly Cooperative
Arlington, USA
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Developed educational programs to foster positive and creative behavior while engaging students through interactive learning activities.
- Supported classroom activities by preparing instructional materials and resources.
- Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans and managing classroom dynamics.
- Facilitated small group sessions to enhance student understanding of concepts.
Intern
Tufts Department of Neuroscience
Boston, USA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Designed and conducted Drosophila sleep experiments with novel genes, analyzed sleep data to support research objectives of PhD Fellow and Research Assistant.
- Organized and maintained fly lines and tubes in laboratory, ensuring availability for ongoing experiments.
- Assisted in research projects within the neuroscience department.
- Conducted literature reviews to support ongoing studies and experiments.
- Managed laboratory supplies and equipment for daily research activities.
Volunteer
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Tampa, USA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided comfort to children, facilitated social care for long-term patients, and organized activities for patients and families to enhance emotional well-being.
- Cleaned and organized playrooms and play areas to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for children.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and provided emotional support.
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and ensured adequate coverage for hospital departments.
- Engaged with patients to promote a positive hospital experience and foster community relations.
Chiropractic Assistant
Family Chiropractic
Brooksville, USA
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Discussed treatment options, built patient relationships, processed insurance billing, coordinated chiropractic therapies, and supported consultations.
- Documented patient notes for chiropractor, organized office operations, digitized physical documents, and liaised with other medical offices and hospitals.
- Assisted patients with scheduling appointments and managing their treatment plans.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment rooms and equipment.
- Educated patients on chiropractic services and wellness practices.
Education
M.D. -
USF Morsani School of Medicine
Tampa, FL05-2027
M.S. - Biomedical Sciences
Tufts University School of Medicine
Boston, MA01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science Major
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL01.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Biology Major
The Advanced Academy of Georgia (University of West Georgia)
Carrollton, GASkills
- Clinical research and data analysis
- Patient care and support
- Program development and education
- Laboratory techniques
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
Shadowing
- Shadowing Dr. Kim, Trauma Surgeon, Boston, MA, 2022
- Shadowing Dr. Raphael, Pulmonologist, New Bedford, MA, 2020
- Shadowing Dr. Paloma, Anesthesiologist, Tampa, FL, 2018
Awards And Accolades
Tufts MBS Spotlight Student, Boston, MA, 01/01/21, 01/01/23
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Videography (Educational Videos)
- Fitness (Weightlifting and Boxing)
Leadership Positions
- LMSA Lingualink Consultant, Tampa, FL 2026
- LMSA Lingualink Mentorship Coordinator, Tampa, FL 2024-2025
- Founder, Tufts’ PHPD Mentorship Program, Boston, MA, 2021-2023
- President/Founder, Tufts’ Biomedical Journal Club, Boston, MA, 2021-2023
Research Experience
- Correlation of Socioeconomic Factors with Delay of Adjuvant Radiation in High Grade Gliomas and Association with Overall Survival, Moffitt Department of Neurosurgery, Dr. Liu, Tampa, FL (Abstract with E-Poster Southern Neurosurgical Society 2026, Manuscript in Process)
- Identifying the Educational Gap: National Assessment of General Surgery Residents' Preparedness for Managing Surgical Complications, USF Health Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, Dr. Saad, Tampa, FL (Abstract with Podium Presentation Association for Surgical Education 2026, Manuscript in Process)
- Strangulated Femoral Hernia Containing a Meckel Diverticulum, USF Health Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, Dr. Mangold, Tampa, FL (Florida Chapter ACS Annual Meeting 2026 Submission)
- Disease Burden in People Living with Very High BMI Obesity, USF Health Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, Dr. Kachmar, Tampa, FL (Manuscript in Process 2026)
- Outcomes of Transoral Outlet Reduction with Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Anti-Obesity
Medications in Patients with Weight Regain after Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass: A Single-
Institution Case Series, USF Health Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, Dr. Docimo, Tampa, FL (Manuscript in Process 2026) - Drosophila Lab, Tufts Department of Neuroscience, Dr. Jackson Boston, MA, 2019-2020
Volunteer Work
- USF MCOM Class of 2027 Social Chair 2025-2026
- USF LMSA Mentor, Tampa, FL 2023-2026
- USF SNMA Mentor, Tampa, FL 2023-2026
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Firefly Cooperative
01.2020 - 12.2020
Intern
Tufts Department of Neuroscience
01.2019 - 01.2020
Volunteer
St. Joseph’s Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Nanny
Family Care
01.2016 - 01.2023
Chiropractic Assistant
Family Chiropractic
01.2014 - 12.2014
M.D. -
USF Morsani School of Medicine
M.S. - Biomedical Sciences
Tufts University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science Major
University of South Florida
Some College (No Degree) - Biology Major
The Advanced Academy of Georgia (University of West Georgia)