Naina Merchant

Undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Health Science Studies with a minor in Business Administration. Passionate about integrating healthcare knowledge with business acumen to improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery systems. Strong academic performance with a keen interest in pursuing a career in medicine, aiming for medical school after completing undergraduate studies. Eager to engage in research and volunteer opportunities to gain hands-on experience in the medical field while developing leadership and teamwork skills. Committed to positively impacting healthcare through a blend of clinical expertise and business strategies.

• CPR Certified, 01/01/21 - Current
• First Aid Certified, 01/01/20 - Current
• Medical Assistant, 01/01/23 - Current
• Voices to Educate Teens & Parents, 01/01/21 - 01/01/23, Started a radio show series and hosted shows in collaboration with Chai Time Radio to educate teens and parents about high school and the college application process. This show had a target on first generation students.
• Fort Bend County Youth Advocates, 01/01/22 - 01/01/23, Worked with mentors and council members of Fort Bend County to host service opportunities; Worked with county Judge to host community events.

• Hosted a blood drive partnered with MDAnderson, 05/01/20
• Assisted in weekly setup, clean up, maintenance, and programming in Ismaili prayer/social spaces, 2018-2022
• Supported elderly, infants, and other members of the congregation during services and activities, 2018-2022
• Coordinated volunteer tasks, service trips, and community building for elementary school volunteers, Ismaili Volunteer Corps., Greater Houston, 2018-2022

• Girl Scout Gold Award, 05/01/22
• Girl Scout Gold Award, 05/01/21

President's Volunteer Service Award, 9-12, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

Girl Scout Silver Award

Girl Scout Gold Award

• Girl Scouts, 2012-2024