Grace Gutierrez

Third-year medical student, pursuing my dream to practice medicine and serve the greater New Orleans community. I volunteer with several organizations to increase access and provide medical care to vulnerable populations. I look forward to continuing this journey of medical education and preparing for my future role as a physician!

• American Medical Women's Association, Vice President
• Specialty Interest Network Under Surgery, Co-President
• TUSOM Anatomy Lab, Teaching Assistant
• Latino Medical Student Association, Mentorship Chair
• Duke University Cheerleading, Captain

ACACIA Tester

New Orleans, LA | 10/2023 - Present

• Administer HIV, syphilis and hepatitis C tests and explain results to patients in various homeless shelters or substance rehabilitation clinics around New Orleans
• Patient education on HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis C and risk reduction practices

Ozanam Inn TB Leader

New Orleans, LA | 01/2024 - 01/2025

• Facilitated tuberculosis skin testing for residents at Ozanam Inn, one of the largest homeless shelters in New Orleans
• Interpreted test results to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment for individuals in need
• Collaborated with medical professionals at the Wetmore Clinic to provide continuity of care for vulnerable populations

Collegiate Athlete Premedical Experience (CAPE) Intern

New Orleans, LA | 01/2019 - August 2020

• Conducted patient history and neurological exams at the Robert Preston Tisch Brain Tumor Center
• Medical student-level reporting during rounds and participation in journal club

Virtual Medical Scribe | Aquity Solutions

Baton Rouge, LA | 11/2020 - 06/2021

• Ensured accurate and timely recording of patient information for efficient healthcare delivery.
• Streamlined documentation processes in order to improve patient care outcomes.
• Worked with physicians in several specialties, including pediatrics, family medicine, and orthopedics