Melany Gomez Carreras
Miami Gardens,FL
Summary
Passionate and dedicated dental student from the University of Florida College of Dentistry, seeking to begin my career as a general dentist. With strong clinical skills, a commitment to patient care, and experience working with diverse populations, I aim to contribute to a practice that values quality care and patient relationships.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Student
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Gainesville, FL
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong clinical skills in preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry
- Provided patient-centered care, focusing on comfort, education, and long-term oral health
- Gained experience working with diverse patient populations, ensuring personalized treatment plans.
Registered Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Mental Health Institute of Florida
Pembroke Pines, FL
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked with children with developmental disorders, primarily Autism Spectrum Disorder, to help build essential life skills
- Developed skills in patience, empathy, and communication, which translate into my patient care approach in dentistry
- Collaborated with families to create supportive environments for child development.
Research Assistant
Infant Development Lab at FIU
Miami, FL
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted with federally funded research on early child development
- Conducted research exploring the impact of language exposure on vocabulary development
- Recruited and managed study participants, contributing to data collection and analysis.
Education
Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) -
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Gainesville, FLBachelor of Science in Biological Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies -
Florida International University (FIU)
Miami, FLSkills
- General dentistry (preventive, restorative, cosmetic)
- Patient care and education
- Empathy and communication
- Team collaboration and leadership
Languages
- English (Native)
- Spanish (Native)
Awards
- QBIC Research Scholarship
- Excellence in Global Learning Medallion
- QBIC Scholarship Recipient
Timeline
Dental Student
University of Florida College of Dentistry
08.2021 - Current
Registered Behavioral Therapist (RBT)
Mental Health Institute of Florida
08.2020 - 08.2021
Research Assistant
Infant Development Lab at FIU
05.2018 - 05.2019
Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) -
University of Florida College of Dentistry
Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies -
Florida International University (FIU)
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