GRACE GAVIN
Portland
Summary
Diligent resident with extensive hands-on experience in pediatric care and patient management. Proven success in diagnosing and treating wide range of pediatric conditions, adding value to healthcare teams and patient outcomes. Demonstrated skills in compassionate patient interaction and effective communication with medical staff.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric resident
Oregon Health and Science University
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Assistant
Tareen Dermatology
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Clinical Assistant at a fast-paced private dermatology clinic seeing 70+ patients per day.
- Responsibilities included: rooming patients and updating medical charts, taking histories, educating patients about their diagnosis and treatment plan, and documenting the encounter using Electronic Medical Record software.
- As my expertise grew, I was trained to assist the physician in common dermatologic surgeries. Technical skills gained included: administering local anesthetic, performing punch biopsies, and suturing simple lacerations.
- Fast-paced private dermatology clinic seeing 70+ patients per day.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Catalyst Home Health
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided in-home, one-to-one care for a child with complex medical needs and significant developmental delays.
- Safely administered medications and enteral feeds via gastrostomy tube.
- Adapted care techniques to accommodate for child's limitations while assisting with activities of daily living.
- Maintained a daily record of care provided and promptly communicated any notable events to his parents.
Research Assistant
ADAPT Clinical Research, American Family Children's Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Comprehensive observational research study evaluating the impact of interventions on outcomes of children with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).
- Performed in-depth chart reviews on eligible patients and compiled a record of their clinical course and interventions received while in the pediatric ICU.
- Demonstrated attention to detail by ensuring all information was de-identified before entering central database.
Research Assistant
Ferrazzano Laboratory, UW-Madison Department of Pediatrics
01.2015 - 09.2016
- Basic science research project studying the pathophysiology of hypoxic-ischemic brain injury in children.
- Conducted experiments to quantify cellular response to brain injury in mouse model.
- Responsibilities included: slicing and staining tissue, preparing cells for flow cytometry, and analyzing flow cytometry results.
- Presented my work and findings at UW-Madison's Undergraduate Symposium.
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Des Moines University
Des Moines, IA01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI01.2017
Committee Involvement
- Resident-Nurse Liaison Committee, OHSU Pediatric Residency, 10/2024, Present, Attend monthly meetings focused on fostering and improving communication and relationships between pediatric residents and inpatient nursing staff.
- Vice President, Des Moines University Pediatrics Club, 02/2020, 01/2021, Organized monthly guest speakers to give interesting and educational lectures on topics relevant to future pediatricians.
Certifications And Licensures
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified, 04/2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Certified, 06/2023
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Certified, 05/2025
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Pediatrics, 08/2021, Present
- Student Osteopathic Medical Association, 09/2020, 06/2023
Awards
- Gold Humanism Honor Society Nomination, 03/2022, National honor society recognizing exemplars of compassionate patient care.
- Sigma Sigma Phi, National osteopathic medicine honors and service society.
- Distinguished Pediatrics Award, 05/2021, Recipient of the Des Moines University Service Award, recognizing exceptional dedication to pediatrics.
Research
- Literature review, DMU Dept. of Osteopathic Medicine, 02/2022, 02/2022, Conducted a literature review looking for evidence to support the utility of osteopathic medicine as a treatment modality for positional plagiocephaly in infants.
- ADAPT Clinical Research, American Family Children's Hospital, 06/2016, 09/2016, Comprehensive observational research study evaluating the impact of interventions on outcomes of children with severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).
- Ferrazzano Laboratory, UW-Madison Department of Pediatrics, 01/2015, 09/2016, Basic science research project studying the pathophysiology of hypoxic-ischemic brain injury in children.
Timeline
Pediatric resident
Oregon Health and Science University
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Assistant
Tareen Dermatology
06.2017 - 11.2018
Certified Nurse Assistant
Catalyst Home Health
09.2016 - 05.2017
Research Assistant
ADAPT Clinical Research, American Family Children's Hospital
06.2016 - 09.2016
Research Assistant
Ferrazzano Laboratory, UW-Madison Department of Pediatrics
01.2015 - 09.2016
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Des Moines University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Wisconsin