Madison Haggard
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Experienced in fast-paced environments and devoted to service-oriented volunteer work. Focused on providing the best quality of care to patients and passionate in promoting inclusive environments for all individuals. Hard working employee who prioritizes creating an empathetic relationship with others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation
05.2016 - Current
- Volunteer at different events and fundraisers benefiting the Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation
- Spread awareness about Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Coordinate with the foundation about research
Research Lab Assistant
LSU Health Sciences Center
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Listed Co-author on: Combination Treatment of Difelikefalin and Tolvaptan for Late-Stage Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Researched on Polycystic Kidney Disease and conducted experiments with Dr. Gao and Dr. Kapusta
- Dosed mice with certain Kappa Opioids such as Tolvaptan, Nalfurafine, and Difelikefalin
- Collected data such as urine osmolalities, glomerular filtration rates, metabolic cage analysis, and sodium/potassium levels
President
Tulane Special Olympics Organization
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Organized Tulane’s Special Olympics Club with volunteers and athletes with special needs
- Coached flag football and soccer
- Hosted different events such as Special Olympics prom and cornhole inclusivity event
Intern
Brattain Sports Performance
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Worked directly with Strength and Conditioning coaches to evaluate athletes on their overall performance
- Created specific training programs for athletes and adults to improve their athletic capabilities
Peer Mentor
Tulane University
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with freshman students and helped them transition into Tulane, both academically and socially
- Taught alongside a professor for one of Tulane's freshman seminar classes
- Attended each class, counseled students individually, listened to their concerns, and advised them on how to adjust in college
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development
Physical Therapy Intern
Florida Occupational Healthcare
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Checked in over 20 patients each day, treated them with ice packs, hot packs, and muscle stimulators
- Worked one-on-one to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability
- Performed therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills with a physical therapist
- Worked patients out in the gym after each session
- Learned patient-centered communication and the importance of patient care
Education
Master of Science - Anatomy
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Public Health
Tulane University
New Orleans, LASkills
- BLS certification
- EMR training
- EMS training
- Hands-On Lab Experience
- Community outreach
- Youth Sports Leadership
- Skilled in Adobe Photoshop
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Strategic Decision-Making
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Intern
Brattain Sports Performance
08.2023 - 01.2024
President
Tulane Special Olympics Organization
08.2022 - 05.2024
Research Lab Assistant
LSU Health Sciences Center
06.2022 - 08.2024
Peer Mentor
Tulane University
08.2021 - 05.2022
Physical Therapy Intern
Florida Occupational Healthcare
05.2021 - 07.2021
Volunteer
Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation
05.2016 - Current
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Master of Science - Anatomy
Tulane University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Public Health
Tulane University
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