Matthew Nguyen
Clarksville,MD
Summary
Student at Georgetown University (2025) studying Biology and Japanese. Currently serving as an EMT while researching Japanese ethno-nationalism in the 20th century. Passionate about patient care and language learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
EMT, Georgetown Emergency Medical Response Service
Georgetown University
06.2022 - Current
- Rendered aid in high-pressure medical and traumatic emergencies, providing critical care during on-scene incidents with composure and professionalism
- Maintained patient care reports to ensure proper documentation and organizational integrity, communicating with Georgetown Police Department to maintain accurate incident records
- Taught the Georgetown Emergency Medical Services Course as an Assistant Director of Training, working with students on a weekly basis
- Educated the public on emergency medical services and response during tabling sessions such as Public Safety Week
Research Assistant
Combat Trauma Research Group U.S. Navy
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Conducted literature review research to establish content for the Operational High Altitude Medicine Clinical Reference under the direction of 2d. LT Kevin Anderson (USAF, USUHS SOM, 2023)
- Engaged in group meetings to discuss findings on prophylactic measures against diseases associated with high-altitude military operations
- Currently awaiting project submission to the Journal of Special Operations Medicine and presentation at the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States 2024 conference
Research Intern
Uniformed Service University Of Health And Science
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Helped test a virtual reality system as treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Assisted with setting up a minor traumatic brain injury (mTBI) electrode stimulation study
- Attended weekly meetings with military-affiliated research teams across the United States
- Managed participant recruitment for USUHS studies and quality checked data
Physician Shadow
Walter Reed Military Medical Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Shadowed Dr. Michael J. Roy, Colonel (Retired), U.S. Army - Internal Medicine - on a weekly basis
- Connected with veteran patients while encountering a wide range of diseases
Scholarship Recipient
U.S. Department Of State
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Studied Mandarin (traditional) in Taiwan on a fully-funded immersion program (National Security Language Initiative For Youth Scholarship)
- Attended Wenzao-Ursuline University and lived with a Taiwanese host family
- Volunteered to teach English to disadvantaged children at a local orphanage
- Regularly met with diplomatic officials to discuss city programs and politics
Scholarship Recipient
Youth For Understanding
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Studied Japanese in Japan on a partially-funded immersion program (Okinawa Peace Scholarship)
- Attended Naha-West High School and lived with a Japanese host family
- Performed in a international tournament with the Oroku High School karate team
- Investigated the effects of World War Two on the Okinawan culture and populace
Scholarship Recipient
U.S. Department Of State
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Studied Mandarin (simplified) in China on a fully-funded immersion program (National Security Language Initiative For Youth Scholarship)
- Attended Beijing Normal University and lived with a Chinese host family
- Volunteered to interview Zhuhai locals about opinions on environmental protection
Fencer
Maryland Kendo Club
06.2022 - Current
- Resumed kendo training as a means of cultivating physical strength, mental fortitude, and a service-oriented mindset
- Currently training ~5 hours per week in preparation for the Baltimore-Annapolis Kendo Tournament (July 2024) and subsequent rank promotion
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgetown University
Washington D.C.05.2025
Skills
- Basic Trauma and Medical Life Support
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Basic Mandarin conversation
- Basic Japanese conversation
Timeline
EMT, Georgetown Emergency Medical Response Service
Georgetown University
06.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Combat Trauma Research Group U.S. Navy
06.2022 - 12.2022
Fencer
Maryland Kendo Club
06.2022 - Current
Research Intern
Uniformed Service University Of Health And Science
06.2021 - 10.2021
Physician Shadow
Walter Reed Military Medical Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2021
Scholarship Recipient
U.S. Department Of State
08.2019 - 03.2020
Scholarship Recipient
Youth For Understanding
06.2018 - 08.2018
Scholarship Recipient
U.S. Department Of State
06.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Georgetown University
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