Marcela Medina Guzman
San Juan,Puerto Rico
Summary
Graduating senior at Villanova University pursuing dual degrees in Comprehensive Sciences and Psychology with a minor in Spanish. Aspiring physician with over 2,000 volunteer hours supporting pediatric burn survivors, extensive research experience in cognition and epidemiology, and broad clinical shadowing across surgery, urology, gynecology, and emergency medicine. Skilled in R, JavaScript, and biostatistics, with leadership roles as President of The Women’s Network and Group Leader in Ruibal. Passionate about pediatric orthopedics and advancing trauma-informed care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Abstract Contributions
A-AMR
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in submitting two abstracts on clinical topics to the A-AMR conference.
- Gained experience in academic writing and conference preparation.
Shadowing
Gynecology, Dr. Jose Alvarez
01.2024
- Observed laparoscopies, hysterectomies, colposcopies.
Research Collaborator
Burn Epidemiology Project, Puerto Rico
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborating on research examining incidence and prevalence of pediatric burns across Puerto Rico.
- Utilize epidemiological methods and data analysis to identify public health trends.
Research Assistant
Memory & Cognition Lab, Villanova University
08.2023 - Current
- Conduct literature reviews, design experimental protocols, and analyze data using R and psychometric tools.
- Investigate memory and learning strategies with applications for education and medicine.
- Presented findings in lab meetings and assisted in manuscript preparation.
Shadowing
Surgery & General Medicine, Dr. Miguel de Jesús
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Supported consultations, clinical data collection.
Shadowing
Emergency Medicine, Dr. Osvaldo Niebla
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Acute care management and trauma evaluations.
Shadowing
Urostar Urology Center
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Observed urological surgeries, pre- and post-op care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Sciences
Villanova University
Villanova, PA12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Villanova University
Villanova, PA12-2025
Skills
- Data Analysis: R, Microsoft Excel
- Programming: JavaScript, Python (basic)
- Certifications: Good Clinical Practice (CITI, exp 2028), Human Research Protections (OHRP, 2023), Responsible Conduct of Research (CITI, exp 2026), Conflicts of Interest (CITI, exp 2027)
- 2,000 clinical shadowing experiences
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem resolution
Certification
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP) – Device Refresher, CITI Program (Expires Aug 2028)
- Human Research Protections Training, OHRP (Completed Aug 2023)
- Responsible Conduct of Research, CITI Program (Expires Aug 2026)
- Conflicts of Interest, CITI Program (Expires Aug 2027)
Leadership & Service
President, The Women’s Network, Villanova University | 2024 – 2026 Organized professional development programming for 100+ members. Fostered partnerships and mentorship opportunities for women in STEM and leadership. Secretary, Hispanic Society, Villanova University | 2025 – 2026 Coordinated events for cultural outreach and inclusion, managed member communications. Group Leader, Ruibal Program, Villanova University | 2022–2023; 2024–2025 Mentored underserved K–8 students weekly, coordinating service trips and leading reflections.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Research Collaborator
Burn Epidemiology Project, Puerto Rico
01.2025 - Current
Abstract Contributions
A-AMR
01.2024 - Current
Shadowing
Gynecology, Dr. Jose Alvarez
01.2024
Shadowing
Surgery & General Medicine, Dr. Miguel de Jesús
01.2024 - 01.2025
Research Assistant
Memory & Cognition Lab, Villanova University
08.2023 - Current
Shadowing
Emergency Medicine, Dr. Osvaldo Niebla
01.2023 - 01.2025
Shadowing
Urostar Urology Center
01.2022 - 01.2025
Bachelor of Science - Comprehensive Sciences
Villanova University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Villanova University
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