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Sydney Nguyen

Detroit

Summary

Motivated medical student committed to improving healthcare delivery by leveraging strong communication, collaboration, and technical skills in high-volume, diverse settings.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Refugee Development Center
Lansing
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Effectively facilitated comprehensive group dialogues in the adult ESOL class. Diligently managed setup, organization, and cleanup, ensuring a seamless transition for each lesson. Demonstrated flexibility in switching between classes and course material on a need basis.
  • Mentored clients skillfully in comprehending class material and engaging actively in activities to encourage consistent participation. Cooperated closely with the instructor to creatively generate new topics for each class, leveraging bilingual skills for effective communication.

Student Volunteer

Sparrow Hospital
Lansing
06.2023 - 09.2023
  • Collaborated proactively with nurses to enhance patient care on the Orthopedics floor. Responded to call lights, organized medical equipment by implementing strict hospital sanitization protocols, and delivered items to healthcare staff in a professional manner.
  • Performed regular, vigilant rounds, remaining alert to patient needs and potential emergencies, ensuring a secure and healthy environment. Efficiently and safely transported patients between rooms and the lobby, adhering to a strict, direct procedural approach.

Laboratory Researcher

Cystic Fibrosis Lab
East Lansing
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Examined the W1282x mutation thoroughly within the CFTR gene by designing a precise PCR assay to reliably detect cystic fibrosis. Successfully drafted and finalized a comprehensive professional manuscript on track to imminent publication this semester.
  • Played a collaborative role in rotating responsibilities with teammates as the primary investigator, protocol expert, data recorder, and dedicated lab technician. Periodically held informative presentations to effectively showcase progress and significant research results.

Education

MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine
Detroit, MI
05-2030

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-2025

Skills

  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Patient data compliance
  • Scientific research
  • Effective communication
  • Group facilitation
  • Relationship building

Languages

Vietnamese
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • BLS Certified

Activities

  • Organized fundraising events for Make-A-Wish Foundation, raising over $2000.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Refugee Development Center
01.2024 - 05.2024

Student Volunteer

Sparrow Hospital
06.2023 - 09.2023

Laboratory Researcher

Cystic Fibrosis Lab
01.2023 - 05.2023

MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

Michigan State University