Clara Choung
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Dynamic student at The University of Alabama with strong data analysis and collaboration skills. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and cultural competence. Experienced in literature reviews and community outreach, contributing to impactful healthcare initiatives. Committed to advancing knowledge in the healthcare field while supporting diverse patient needs.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Research assistant
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
09.2025 - Current
- Collected primary data to investigate Asian American healthcare experience in Alabama, contributing to understanding of healthcare disparities
- Reviewed scientific literature and analyzed data on financial hardship and emotional well-being in Alzheimer's disease-affected families, informing potential interventions
Volunteer
DCH Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
09.2025 - Current
- Supported medical staff and addressed patient needs for 50 hours each semester through weekly service.
- Participated in three-year program emphasizing healthcare service delivery.
Student Shadower
Whitfield Regional Hospital
Demopolis, AL
10.2024 - Current
- Shadowed physicians in general surgery, gastroenterology, and inpatient care, gaining insight into clinical decision-making and procedural workflows to enhance understanding of patient care processes
- Supported hospital fundraising efforts by coordinating setup, providing guest service, and managing event logistics, fostering community engagement and strengthening donor relations at the hospital's "Dueling Piano" event
Volunteer, Shadower, Teacher
Long An, Vietnam
07.2025 - 07.2025
- Led daily English classes for Vietnamese students ages 8-10, created lesson plans, provided child care, and navigated language barriers to enhance learning experience
- Shadowed physicians, surgeons, nurses, and microbiology specialist during patient care and medical procedures, gaining insight into treatment practices and compassionate care
- Distributed food and resources to under-resourced villages during humanitarian outreach
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Interdisciplinary Studies of Medicine
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2028
Interdisciplinary Medical Studies
McCollough Institute for Premedical Scholars, The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL01.2026
Skills
- Entry-level research skills
- Collaboration
- Research paper comprehension
- Patient care and transportation
- Basic life support
- Patient care tech certification
- Child care provider
- Efficient communication
- Leadership skills
- Clinical observation
- Lesson planning
- Community outreach
- Literature reviews
- Microsoft office
Leadership Experience
- Global Medical Missions Alliance (GMMA) University of Alabama Chapter, Founder, President, 12/25-Present, Founded and led the University of Alabama chapter of the Global Medical Missions Alliance, establishing the organization's mission, structure, and leadership team., Organize meetings, coordinate global and local initiatives, and oversee chapter operations to promote global health outreach and medical service
- Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences (ASHS) and McCollough Scholars Partnership, Founder, 08/24-Present, Co-develop a mentorship initiative connecting McCollough Pre-Medical Scholars with high school students at ASHS, Lead program design and outreach strategy, including mentor recruitment, curriculum planning, and coordination with ASHS faculty and McCollough administrators, Enhance pipeline development for underrepresented students interested in medical and health science careers
- McCollough Institute Ambassador, The University of Alabama, Ambassador, 08/25- Present, Represent the McCollough Premedical Institute to prospective students through campus visits and outreach, Assist in planning and executing program events related to the campus visits and outreach
Affiliations
Hands of McCollough, The University of Alabama, Volunteer, 08/24-Present, Participate in exclusive volunteer projects led by McCollough Scholars, Design new community service initiatives that utilize the talents of the McCollough Scholars to give back to the community
Timeline
Research assistant
The University of Alabama
09.2025 - Current
Volunteer
DCH Regional Medical Center
09.2025 - Current
Volunteer, Shadower, Teacher
07.2025 - 07.2025
Student Shadower
Whitfield Regional Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology, Interdisciplinary Studies of Medicine
The University of Alabama
Interdisciplinary Medical Studies
McCollough Institute for Premedical Scholars, The University of Alabama