Philip Jao

Diligent and highly motivated pre-PA, Biology student eager to learn more about practical healthcare applications and advancing patient care. Presented a research project on the social determinants that affect health disparities as a student intern at TIRR Memorial Hermann. Volunteered at the Rockets Sports Medicine Institute in the Texas Medical Center, understanding how to provide effective medical treatment and ensure patient safety. Adept at communication and strong willingness to accept added responsibilities in order to maintain and improve patient outcome.

• BLS Certification American Heart Association, June 2023 Expires: June 2025
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED American Red Cross, June 2023 Expires: June 2025
• TABC and Food Handler License American Safety Council, June 2023 Expires: June 2025

• Alpha Epsilon Delta, 9/8/2023 – present, National pre-health professional Honor Society, University of Texas at Austin
• Filipino Student Association, 8/2023 – present, University of Texas at Austin

ACHIEVEMENTS

• Star Honor Roll - Lutheran High North, 12/2018-5/2022, Awarded to students who maintained a 3.7 GPA or higher with good attendance.
• Awarded academic and all-state awards in soccer, football, and track - Lutheran High North, 3/2019-5/2022.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Participated in soccer, basketball, and soccer tennis intramural sports at the University of Texas at Austin.
• Served as Vice President of the National Honor Society - Lutheran High North, 8/14/2019 – 5/28/2022.
• Served as Vice President of the Student Council - Lutheran High North, 8/15/2018-5/28/2022.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

• Spearheaded a toiletries donation drive for Houston’s homeless population - Star of Hope, 8/18/2021 – 9/17/2021
• Led numerous volunteer efforts such as campus clean-up, food drive, Valentine’s cards for seniors - National Honor Society, 8/19/2020 – 5/28/2021