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Grace Kathryn McDavid

Pike Road,AL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate pre-medical student with a strong academic foundation in biological sciences and a passion for patient-centered care. Experienced in undergraduate research, medical study abroad, and clinical shadowing. Proven ability to lead teams, organize large-scale events, and advocate for community health. Eager to contribute to the field of medicine through continued learning, research, and humanistic care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

USA Partners in Caring
06.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: Medicine in Kenya Study Abroad
  • Worked side by side U.S. and Kenyan providers, along with the Taveta District Health Office, to treat patients in medical clinics in the impoverished villages of Kasigau.
  • Goal was to help increase health promotion and disease prevention through sustainable, community-based work.
  • Spent time in two different hospitals in Nairobi - the largest urban area and capital of the country.
  • Gained substantive international medical experience, along with an appreciation and understanding of Kenyan culture and epidemiological challenges facing an industrialized low and middle-income country.
  • Focused on Kenyan culture, history, geography, health care, and the epidemiology of prevalent diseases as well as practical training in medical assessment.
  • Medicine in Kenya Study Abroad

Honors Thesis

University of South Alabama Honors College
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Weight Bias Internalization and Mental Health: The Moderating Role of Coping.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
02.2024 - 5 2025

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USA Partners in Caring
06.2023 - Current

Accomplishments

  • Mortar Board
  • Alpha Eta Society
  • University of South Alabama Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professionals
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Alpha Epsilon Delta National Premedical Honor Society - Active Member 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
  • Mega Musical Chairs - Board Member, 2023, 2024
  • Phi Mu - Vice President, Secretary, New Member of the Year Award, 2021-2022
  • Student Government Association - First Year Council 2021-2022

Timeline

Honors Thesis

University of South Alabama Honors College
02.2024 - 05.2025

University of South Alabama
02.2024 - 5 2025

USA Partners in Caring
06.2023 - Current

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USA Partners in Caring
06.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology

University of South Alabama

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