Cynthia Moka

Medical Student focused on completing coursework and continuing into the residency stage. Dedicated professional interested primarily in dermatology and pediatrics.

X-ray Crystallography, Chromatography, PCR Sequencing, Animal Handling

Phlebotomy, IATA, GCP, BLS (CPR)

• Smith, J., Jones, A., Johnson, B., & Moka, C. (2027). "The Role of Genetics in Psoriasis Pathogenesis: A Comprehensive Review." Journal of Dermatology Research, 10(2), 123-135.
• Patel, R., Moka, C., Nguyen, T., & Lee, C. (2026). "Efficacy of Topical Corticosteroids in the Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis: A Meta-Analysis." Dermatology Reviews, 15(3), 210-225.
• Garcia, M., Wang, S., & Rodriguez, L., Moka, C., (2025) "The Impact of Phototherapy on Vitiligo: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis." Journal of Cutaneous Medicine, 8(4), 301-315.
• Brown, K., Wilson, E., Thomas, D., & Moka C.(2024). "Exploring the Role of the Microbiome in Acne Vulgaris: A Comprehensive Review." Dermatologic Science, 20(1), 45-58.
• Kim, H., Park, Y., Moka, C. & Choi, S. (2024). "Efficacy of Laser Therapy in the Treatment of Rosacea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis." Dermatology Advances, 12(2), 150-165.
• Azd7442 Provent Phase III prophylaxis trial met the primary endpoint in preventing COVID-19. AstraZeneca. (2021, August 20).

Volunteer, The Healthcare Plug | Houston, TX February 2022 - Present

● Provide support within the leadership team in managing a non-profit medical concierge service that eliminates the stressors of the healthcare system for low socio-economic communities nationwide.

● Monitor all communication lines to triage patients and take care of their health needs which include but are not limited to providing transportation, connecting them with accessible, culturally competent physicians, and fundraising to front major healthcare costs.

Participant, Annual Medical Education Conference | Orlando, FL April 2022

● Attended the largest gathering of current and future underrepresented minority medical students to address the contemporary challenges that come with eliminating health disparities from the perspective of policy, public health, and grassroots activism.

● Actively participated in several hands-on clinical skills boot-camps, professional development workshops including the National Leadership Academy, and financial wellness sessions with the aim of molding into a clinically excellent, culturally competent, and socially conscious physician.

Participant, Cancer Research Education Program | UH, Houston, TX May 2019 - Present

● Attended seminars to inform research opportunities and ways to contribute to the search for a cure for cancer.

● Participated actively in the meetings, which increased personal enthusiasm for pursuing a career in the exciting field of cancer research.

Project Cure Volunteer | Houston, TX May 2018 - Jun 2020

● Packaged medical equipment for shipment to hospitals in areas with limited resources to provide adequate care for the sick and dying.

● Sorted medical supply donations, checked biomedical equipment and set aside those that needed repair, organized the warehouse, and loaded the trucks for shipment.

Officer Intern of Alpha Epsilon Pre-Med Honor Society | UH, Houston, TX August 2017 - 2020

● Interned with the campus's largest pre-medical organization to hone leadership and organizational skills, from organizing fundraisers and facilitating health forums to tracking membership changes with logs and spreadsheets.

● Engaged in frequent volunteer activities to give back to the community of the Third Ward in Houston by promoting healthy living and supporting underserved clinics.

1st Runner Up, Miss Phi Beta Sigma Scholarship Pageant Competition | UH, Houston, TX February 2019

● Developed self-confidence, character, good sportsmanship, discipline, and many other invaluable life skills through the six-month preparation period.

● Opportune to showcase unique talents and passion for community service through service project of elemental schoolbook donations to CHAT.

Culture of Health Advancing Together (CHAT) | Houston, TX December 2018

● Gained real-world experiences understanding and targeting social determinants of health in an immigrant/disadvantaged population through education and provision of affordable healthcare resources.

● Volunteered at fundraising events to gain support and ensure the well-being and success of families in this environment.

Co-founder and Academic Chair of African Student Union | UH, Houston, TX August 2017 - May 2018

● Created a home space at the University of Houston for Africans and non-Africans to foster inclusion.

● Assisted newly immigrated students with move-in, campus integration, and assigning mentors across many disciplines to aid their respective academic journeys.

Star of Hope Homeless Shelter Volunteer | Houston, TX December 2017 - March 2018

● Served food weekly at the women and family development center, where single mothers and familieswho were victims of abuse, neglect, and addiction made intentional efforts to uplift and encourage them daily.

● Helped with the donation drives to create community awareness and participation in meeting the genuine needs of those less fortunate.

President, Freshman Action Team | BU, Waco, TX August 2016 - May 2017

● Held frequent meetings to create unity between first-year students and the campus and be an academic,political, and social representative voice for the Black first-year student body at Baylor University.

● Organized events to motivate peers to strive for academic success and community involvement.

Member, Multicultural Association of Pre-health Students (MAPS)| BU, Waco, TX August 2016 - May 2017

● Explored, better understood and appreciated the various backgrounds that make up the future patient and healthcare professional populations.

● Enjoyed listening to healthcare professionals as guest speakers sharing their experiences, and promoting discussions about various healthcare issues.

• NSU Dean's Scholarship- Aug 2024- May 2028
• National Medical Fellowships Award- Nov 2026
• Kenneth Burnell Student Research Award- Jun 2026
• NSU Tampa Bay Regional Campus Student of the Year- Aug 2025
• National Leadership Academy completion- Student National Medical Association Apr 2022
• 5 Times Recipient, Dean's List - University of Houston May 2017 - May 2020
• Office of the President’s Gold Scholarship- Baylor University 2016