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Lief Gaston

Summary

Third-Year Medical Student | Medical Writing & Public Health Advocate | Founder of Two Nonprofits

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Director

Inkspire Publishing Company
01.2024 - Current
  • Launched a mission-driven publishing company that empowers underrepresented voices in healthcare through writing mentorship, editing services, and publishing support.
  • Reviewed and edited over 50 personal statements and essays, providing feedback on narrative structure, tone, grammar, and impact.
  • Created client resources on storytelling for medical school applications, and self-publishing on Amazon KDP.

Director of Clinical Operations

Virtual Global Clinic - Zambia
01.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded a weekly virtual clinic model that bridges Loma Linda-based medical professionals with Zambian clinicians for case reviews, mentorship, and treatment guidance.
  • Developed EMR documentation templates and organized patient presentation threads for streamlined communication.
  • Managed international scheduling, facilitated case-based learning discussions, and ensured HIPAA-compliant information sharing across platforms.
  • Strengthened communication between the Zambian team and U.S. Medical Director, improving follow-up and patient care planning.

Founder

Reaching U.P. (Reaching Underserved Populations)
01.2020 - Current
  • Founded a nonprofit that provided essential hygiene kits and basic health supplies to over 500 homeless individuals in South Florida during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Partnered with local businesses, medical students, and community members to host outreach events and distribute donations.
  • Featured in local media outlets and nominated for the Outstanding African American Award for community service.

Co-Founder & Program Director

IE&P (Inspire, Equip & Prosper)
01.2020 - Current
  • Created a nonprofit initiative dedicated to supporting foster youth with school supplies, access to counseling, and mentorship from healthcare professionals.
  • Coordinated with local schools and organizations to identify students in need and deliver curated care packages.
  • Featured in a community magazine highlighting innovative youth empowerment projects.

Director of Clinical Operations

Cardiovascular Specialty Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations of a high-volume cardiology clinic, including procedure prep, clinical inventory, and patient triage workflow.
  • Led the development of standard operating procedures for staff efficiency and patient tracking.
  • Interfaced with cardiologists and healthcare staff to ensure optimal delivery of care and continuity for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.
  • Provided guidance to administrative staff, implemented chart review protocols, and supported EMR documentation consistency.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) - Medical Doctorate

Loma Linda University School of Medicine
Loma Linda, CA
05.2027

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida International University
Miami, FL
05.2022

Skills

  • Community health outreach
  • EMR documentation & clinic operations
  • Leadership & team coordination
  • Event planning & volunteer management
  • Public speaking & grant writing
  • Cross-cultural collaboration
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Workspace
  • Slack

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder & Director

Inkspire Publishing Company
01.2024 - Current

Director of Clinical Operations

Virtual Global Clinic - Zambia
01.2024 - Current

Director of Clinical Operations

Cardiovascular Specialty Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024

Founder

Reaching U.P. (Reaching Underserved Populations)
01.2020 - Current

Co-Founder & Program Director

IE&P (Inspire, Equip & Prosper)
01.2020 - Current

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) - Medical Doctorate

Loma Linda University School of Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Florida International University

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