Mikhael Yazbek
Undergraduate Student
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Motivated Undergraduate Student committed to learning, developing skills in Dental Research and team contribution. Adept at gaining knowledge through training, observation and direct experience. Attentive, intelligent and conscientious team player. Desiring to learn procedures, processes and strategies for success in both the field of research and the clinic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Shadowing Opportunity
UCLA Dental Clinic
11.2023 - 12.2023
My time in the dental clinic included me observing surgeries performed by Dr. Jake Taylor. My duties consisted of observing and retrieving supplies that were necessary to the surgery.
Co-Founder
Ortiz & Nephew Handiwork
07.2020 - 09.2023
A company started by my Uncle and myself which had the purpose of helping people within our
community move their homes and perform other repair work during the pandemic. We did this at a lower cost as compared to other larger companies within our city.
Intern
Casbe Industries
06.2020 - 08.2020
Tasks included building ear savers that are compatible with medical masks and distributing them to local hospitals and healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Student Intern - Biology and Chemistry Lab
Linfield Christian School
01.2019 - 06.2019
To ensure a sterile and safe environment for all students, I ensured the cleanliness and preparation of all lab materials for day-to-day lab work.
Intern
Atlantis Healthcare Group
06.2017 - 09.2017
As part of a research team investigating renal disease and diabetes in relation to the people of Puerto Rico, we were tasked with collecting data and gathering supplemental research during our four-month summer internship. Familiarized with reverse osmosis machines and their use within the dialysis unit. Successfully completed the NIH Web-based training course "Protecting Human Research Participants.". Toured facilities and shadowed Dr. San Miguel during observation rounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA 05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - General Sciences
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA 05.2001 -
Biomedical Engineering
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZSkills
Accomplishments
2022 - Santa Monica College, High Honors
2019 - Grand Canyon University, President's List
2019 - Most Improved Player, High School Football
2019 - Coach's Award, Track and Field
2018 - CIF Division 9 High School Football Champions
Certification
NIH Office of Extramural Research Certified Protecting Human Research Participants
Community Service
2023 - Present, Salvation Army Santa Monica, Volunteer
- Provided food assistance to the unhoused individuals of Santa Monica. Food was cooked and distributed in to-go boxes for attending individuals.
2023 - Present, UCLA Random Acts of Kindness Club, Member
- Participated in the Earth Day beach clean up at Santa Monica State Beach
2014 - 2021, Wounded Warrior Project, Volunteer
- As a Volunteer for the Wounded Warrior Project, I have actively contributed to supporting the families of veterans within my community. Tasks included gardening and daily chores that the veteran may have difficulty accomplishing due to their disability.
2015 - 2018, Linfield Christian Middle School Football, OL/DL Coach
- Offensive and Defensive Line Coach for the Linfield Christian Middle School Football Team.
- Developed players skills sets and pass rush techniques.
2016 - 2019, CSF Member
- Participated in food drives with the local food bank
- Tutored underclassmen in Chemistry
2018 - 2019, Baja Bound Ministries Inc., Student Volunteer
- Built homes for under privileged families living in Ensenada, Mexico
2018, Haiti Endowment Fund, Volunteer
- Brought and distributed medical and educational supplies to the people of Hinche, Haiti.
Timeline
Shadowing Opportunity
UCLA Dental Clinic
11.2023 - 12.2023
Co-Founder
Ortiz & Nephew Handiwork
07.2020 - 09.2023
Intern
Casbe Industries
06.2020 - 08.2020
Student Intern - Biology and Chemistry Lab
Linfield Christian School
01.2019 - 06.2019
Intern
Atlantis Healthcare Group
06.2017 - 09.2017
NIH Office of Extramural Research Certified Protecting Human Research Participants
04-2017
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of California - Los Angeles
05.2001 -
Associate of Arts - General Sciences
Santa Monica College
05.2001 -
Biomedical Engineering
Grand Canyon University