Kim Huyen Huynh
Liverpool,United States of America
Summary
Dynamic medical professional with extensive pediatric experience at Children Hospital 1, excelling in patient care and diagnostic skills. Proven ability to foster multidisciplinary teamwork and communicate effectively with diverse populations. Recognized for empathetic patient interactions and adept ultrasound proficiency, contributing to improved health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Ngai Nguyen, MD's office
San Jose, United States of America
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Accurately updated patient records in E-Clinical Works, including verifying medications and documenting the review of systems (ROS)
- Coordinated referrals to specialists for further patient evaluation or treatment.
- Built strong communication skills through daily interactions with patients, providers, and clinical staff
Member
Vietnamese Medical Graduates Plus Group
Prescott, United States of America
03.2021 - 09.2024
- Participated in an online Medical Research Associate from 2021.
- Was a main speaker in a talk show with medical students on the topic of 'Blueberry Muffin Syndrome in Neonatal Neuroblastoma.'
- Shared USMLE test-taking strategies and tips.
Clinical External
Dignity Health- Yavapai Regional Medical Group
Prescott, United States of America
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Obtained patients' history of present illness, performed physical exams, identified main issues, and presented findings to the attending physician.
- Practiced using the CERNER system step by step under supervision on a daily basis to build confidence and proficiency.
- Participated in study sessions with the attending on topics such as aortic stenosis, syncope and thoracic aneurysms.
- Collaborated and learned alongside medical students, sharing meals and engaging in extracurricular activities such as hiking, cooking.
Clinical Entern
St Mary Medical Center
Hobart, United States of America
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Engaged with a diverse patient population, gaining cultural insights to better understand their lifestyles and healthcare needs.
- Communicated effectively with patients to obtain histories, performed physical exams, and presented cases to the attending physician.
- Gained hands-on experience using EPIC, including writing progress notes (reviewed by the attending) and interpreting labs, imaging, and microbiology results.
Senior Physician
Children Hospital 1
Ho Chi Minh, Viet Nam
10.2018 - 03.2021
- Completed an 18-month internship as first call for patient care-performed exams, wrote notes, presented in rounds, and managed issues independently with senior support as needed.
- After licensure as a pediatrician, I was assigned to work in the Ultrasound Department-performing and interpreting approximately 120 scans per day, assisting with renal biopsies, and providing consultations during the day. At night, I saw pediatric outpatients( exam, diagnose and give a treatment plan)
- Mentored a junior doctor by sharing knowledge.
- Participated in two research articles, weekly CME sessions, and presented at the 2020 Pediatric Scientific Conference.
Junior Physician
Binh Tan District Hospital
Ho Chi Minh, Viet Nam
10.2017 - 09.2018
- As a Junior Doctor, I performed exams, wrote notes, presented during rounds, and developed care plans with senior doctors who reviewed them during my first three months.
- After three months, I became the first point of contact for patients, consulting attending physicians as needed.
- Educated patients on nutrition, infectious disease prevention, and common illnesses like dengue hemorrhagic fever and bronchiolitis.
- Maintained and updated clinical knowledge through continuing education, workshops, and literature review.
- Completed a 6-month course of general pediatric ultrasound.
Observer
SUNY Upstate Medical University- Pediatric and Adolescent Infectious Disease/Immunology Center
Syracuse, United States of America
09.2025
- Observed both setting outpatient and inpatient (with some consulted cases) pediatric infectious disease care, including inflamed branchial cleft cyst, SSSS, Congenital syphilis, periodic fever, cyclic neutropenia, perinatal HSV infection, osteomyelitis, Tick borne diseases(Lyme, Anaplasmosis), CVID,...
- Developed effective patient communication, empathy, and methods to explain diagnoses and treatment plans clearly to improve adherence.
- Attended two wonderful topics including SCID and Approaching to Congenital Syphilis.
- Worked with a diverse patient population and explored how socio-demographic factors affect health.
Observer
SUNY Upstate Medical University- Pediatric Pulmonary and Cystic Fibrosis Center
Syracuse, United States of America
08.2025
- Observed primarily outpatient pediatric pulmonology care, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, allergic rhinitis, and sleep disorders.
- Gained skills in clinical reasoning, PFT interpretation, and application of GINA 2024 guidelines.
- Developed effective patient communication, empathy, and methods to explain diagnoses and treatment plans clearly to improve adherence.
- Appreciated the multidisciplinary approach involving social workers and psychiatrists to support patients and families.
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam11-2017
Skills
- Empathy and professionalism
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Educational presentation and teaching skills
- Pediatric patient care
- Diagnostic skills
- Procedure skills
- Ultrasound skill
Proficient Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Vietnamese
Professional
Affiliations
- Green Summer Volunteer Campaign with “the General Examination and Medication Prescription Team”, Ho Chi Minh, 2014-2015
- Green Summer Volunteer Campaign with “the Scientific Research” in Cu Chi province
July 2016 — August 2016 - A volunteer cuddler in NICU of Good Samaritan Hospital, San Jose
May 2022 — Present - Volunteer for helping Assembly Member Ash Kalra to assemble food for homeless
persons , San Jose
2021 - Food Seller in order to raise funds in Saint Maria Goretti church , San Jose
November 2021 — July 2022 - Volunteered Physician in "The Love Martino" Charity Group , Dong Nai Province
2017 — 2021
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Excellence in two consecutive years, 2019-2020 at Children's Hospital 1, Ho Chi Minh 2019 — 2020
work excellent and engage extracurricular activities of Hospital. - Excellence (Doctor Tier 3) at Ultrasound Department of Children ‘s Hospital 1
Timeline
Observer
SUNY Upstate Medical University- Pediatric and Adolescent Infectious Disease/Immunology Center
09.2025
Observer
SUNY Upstate Medical University- Pediatric Pulmonary and Cystic Fibrosis Center
08.2025
Clinical External
Dignity Health- Yavapai Regional Medical Group
05.2024 - 06.2024
Clinical Entern
St Mary Medical Center
03.2024 - 04.2024
Medical Assistant
Ngai Nguyen, MD's office
01.2024 - 03.2025
Member
Vietnamese Medical Graduates Plus Group
03.2021 - 09.2024
Senior Physician
Children Hospital 1
10.2018 - 03.2021
Junior Physician
Binh Tan District Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2018
M.D. - Medicine
Pham Ngoc Thach University of Medicine