Melanie SN Damian
Yigo,Guam
Summary
Molecular Cell Biology student with clinical and research experience seeking a Family Medicine clinical role. Strong background in patient interaction, vitals collection, and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Representative
Aloha Gastroenterology
Honolulu, HI
04.2025 - Current
- Scheduled colonoscopies, EGDs, and follow-up appointments to optimize patient care.
- Collaborated with MDs, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants to enhance patient outcomes.
- Wrote and explained prep instructions to patients for various procedures.
- Collected patient vitals to ensure accurate health monitoring.
- Constructed comprehensive patient charts for efficient record-keeping.
Mentor
Pre-Health/Pre-Law Advising Center
Honolulu, HI
08.2024 - Current
- Mentored underclassmen students on their pre-med track at the University of Hawai'i at Manoa through their classes and extracurriculars
- Led monthly meetings and communicated with other organizations on behalf of the students
Assistant Coach
Guam Pro Volleyball Club
Sinajana, Guam
01.2021 - Current
- Guided team management by organizing practices and coordinating game strategies effectively.
- Enhanced player development by providing feedback to improve skills and court performance.
- Communicated efficiently with players and head coach, addressing concerns promptly.
- Identified and resolved player conflicts and performance issues through effective problem-solving.
- Mentored players in perseverance and sportsmanship, fostering personal and athletic growth.
Dental Assistant
Kurt I Uyehara, DDS
Honolulu, HI
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Facilitated efficient dental operations through patient care and chairside support.
- Conducted various therapies for dental hygiene and TMJ to improve patient outcomes.
- Trained new employees on best practices in dental assistance.
- Handled administrative tasks to streamline office workflows and enhance patient experiences.
Community Service Committee Member
Pre-Medical Association
Honolulu, HI
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Organized community service events, promotional activities, and workshops to gain experience in event planning, teamwork, and communication.
Ambassador
University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed leadership, teamwork, and communication skills while serving the university and prospective students.
Volunteer
Guam Memorial Hospital
Tamuning, Guam
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Rehabilitation Services (physical, speech, and occupational therapists) and the Emergency Department.
- Gained hands-on experience in rehabilitation techniques and effective patient communication.
- Assisted in preparing treatment areas and equipment for patient exercises.
- Provided comfort and support to patients and families through attentive listening and assistance with basic needs.
Volunteer
American Red Cross
Asan, Guam
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted the Guam island community with disaster relief post Typhoon Mawar that occurred in May, 2023.
- Multiple tasks with response effort: distributing food and supplies, organizing supplies and resources, assisting with logistical tasks such as managing inventory for distribution.
Participant
Health Opportunities and Medical Exposure (HOME) Program Guam
Tamuning, Guam
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Student shadowing experience in family practice clinic, shaping career aspirations in healthcare.
- Gained insight into challenges of patient non-adherence in chronic disease management.
- Developed skills for effective communication tailored to diverse patient educational levels.
- Ensured patient understanding of treatment rationales for conditions like diabetes and arthritis.
Education
BS Molecular Cell Biology
University of Hawai'i At Manoa
05-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Effective communication
- Empathy
- Team collaboration
- Ability to work under pressure
- Multitasking
- Organizational skills
- Vital signs assessment
- Adaptability
Certification
First Aid and Basic Life Support Certification, pending renewal
Research
- John A Burn School of Medicine (JABSOM) Research: Abstract and poster - Presented non-invasive cancer diagnosis method on Raman Spectroscopy on Children's Non-Hodgkin's Lymphomas at the 2024 JABSOM research symposium.
- Summer Internship for Indigenous Peoples in Genomics (SING) Micronesia Program: Educated on indigenous data sovereignty throughout the Pacific islands and genomics
- Cell and Molecular Class Lab TI: Guided students through Cell and Molecular Lab in proper lab techniques and methods
- Cancer Biology Lab: Research ongoing from Spring '25 to Spring '26 on potential chemotypes for drug developments for androgen receptors in prostate cancer cells
Timeline
Patient Care Representative
Aloha Gastroenterology
04.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Kurt I Uyehara, DDS
09.2024 - 04.2025
Mentor
Pre-Health/Pre-Law Advising Center
08.2024 - Current
Ambassador
University College Dublin
06.2023 - 01.2024
Volunteer
American Red Cross
06.2023 - 06.2023
Volunteer
Guam Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2023
Community Service Committee Member
Pre-Medical Association
08.2022 - 05.2024
Participant
Health Opportunities and Medical Exposure (HOME) Program Guam
06.2022 - 07.2022
Assistant Coach
Guam Pro Volleyball Club
01.2021 - Current
BS Molecular Cell Biology
University of Hawai'i At Manoa