Tara Hassani Goodarzi
United States of America
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in medical research and public health, developed at Georgia Southern University and Arak University of Medical Science. Proficient in regulatory compliance, data analytics, and the design of impactful health education programs, demonstrating a strong ability to enhance public health solutions. Recognized for exceptional team management and manuscript writing skills that drive project success. Committed to improving community health outcomes through effective educational strategies and advocacy efforts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher and Research Assistant
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, USA
08.2023 - Current
- Facilitated cross-departmental research projects, collaborating with 5 or more faculty members to develop 3 interdisciplinary studies, leading to more effective public health solutions.
- Collected and processed clinical research data for 5+ studies, adhering to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and IRB guidelines, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and high data integrity.
- Optimized the DrPH application review process by organizing and reviewing over 40 applications, ensuring 100% adherence to program guidelines, and reducing processing time by 30%.
- Developed 5+ tailored educational materials for DrPH students, including presentations, lesson plans, and resource guides, enhancing course accessibility and engagement.
Laboratory Assistant
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, USA
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Prepared and maintained laboratory equipment for 50+ biological sample analyses, ensuring accurate and efficient research operations.
- Assisted in processing and preparing biological samples for research studies, following strict safety and quality protocols.
- Developed expertise in protocol adherence, biosafety procedures, and specimen handling, while actively seeking opportunities to expand molecular biology and hematology skills under expert supervision.
Public Health Intern
Healthy Savannah Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Increased HPV vaccine awareness by collaborating with the Community Health Advocate (CHA) manager to develop more than 5 educational materials, ensuring accessibility for high-risk populations.
- Engaged with over 50 community members through outreach and education programs, leading to a measurable increase in vaccine inquiries and preventive care awareness.
- Executed comprehensive data collection and analysis for the Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) at St. Joseph’s/Candler Hospital, identifying three critical health needs that shaped community intervention strategies.
- Educated underserved populations on infectious disease prevention (COVID-19, HPV, pneumonia) by conducting 10+ workshops and 1-on-1 consultations, improving community knowledge and vaccine acceptance.
Family Physician
Arak University of Medical Science
Arak, Iran
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Provided preventive care, patient education, and chronic disease management to 60+ patients daily, improving early disease detection and health outcomes.
- Conducted screenings for HIV, Hepatitis C, and tuberculosis in underserved communities, identifying and linking 100+ at-risk individuals to appropriate care.
- Designed and implemented community-based health programs, educating 500+ patients on disease prevention, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Coordinated referrals and follow-ups for 200+ patients, ensuring timely access to specialized care and improving treatment adherence.
Medical Doctor
HOMCA Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Performed 6+ daily in-home visits, delivering acute and chronic care and ensuring seamless coordination with interdisciplinary teams
- Led a multidisciplinary healthcare team, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory and care standards to maintain high-quality patient care.
Medical Intern
Arak University of Medical Science
Arak, Iran
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Completed an 18-month rotating internship across 12 specialties, including Cardiology, Emergency Medicine, Orthopedics, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Public Health, Urology, and Infectious Diseases.
- Conducted daily rounds on +10 patients per day, identifying and addressing urgent medical concerns while collaborating with attending physicians for optimal patient care.
Clinical Research Assistant
Arak University of Medical Science
Arak, Iran
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Collected and processed comprehensive research data in a multidisciplinary clinical research setting, contributing to 3 high-impact studies with rigorous quality standards.
- Coordinated care for 100+ study participants, ensuring 95%+ adherence to clinical protocols while fostering strong patient relationships.
- Managed and maintained study databases with zero data entry errors, ensuring secure storage and efficient retrieval for analysis and reporting.
Education
M.S - Public Health
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Statesboro, GA, UNITED STATE OF AMERICA05.2025
M.D. - Medicine
ARAK UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
ARAK, MARKAZI, IRAN03.2019
Skills
- Study Design
- Manuscript & Grant Writing
- Regulatory compliance (FDA, IRB, ICH guidelines)
- Laboratory Techniques
- Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Informed consent process
- Windows
- Data collection and analysis
- EMR
- Tableau
- ArcMap
- SPSS
- Canva
- Medical Research
- Microsoft Office
- Team Management
- Health Education Planning
- Qualtrics
Certification
- Human Subjects-Social & Behavioral Research (CITI Program)
- GCP for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Medical Devices (U.S. FDA Focus)
- Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Mental Wellbeing
- Writing in the Sciences - Stanford University
- Workplace Health & Safety Training on Zoonotic Diseases - IHLA
- Programming for Everybody - University of Michigan
- SMART Work Design for Healthy Work - CDC
AWARDS AND AFFILIATIONS
- Awarded full funding for both M.D. and M.S. in Public Health programs.
- Achieved First Place for Thesis at Arak University of Medical Sciences.
- Research Affiliate, Institute for Health Logistics & Analytics (IHLA) | May 2024 – Present
- Research Affiliate, Maternal and Child Health Interest Group at Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health | March 2024 – Present
JOURNAL ARTICLES
- Goudarzi, T. Kamali, A., Yazdi, B., & Broujerdi, G. (2019b). Addition of dexmedetomidine, tramadol and neostigmine to lidocaine 1.5% increasing the duration of postoperative analgesia in the lower abdominal pain surgery among children: A double-blinded randomized clinical study. Medical Gas Research, 9(3), 110. https://doi.org/10.4103/2045-9912.266984
- Guerrette, J., Hassani Goodarzi, T., Chopak-Foss, J., & Cowan, L. (2024). Hitting the Right Spot: How Inclusion of Pleasure in Sexual Education Can Lead to Safer Sex Practices. Eagles Talking About the Public's Health, https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/etaph/56
IN PROGRESS ARTICLES
- Income Inequality and Child Health: Findings from the National Survey of Children's Health, 2021-2022., Nwaonumah, E. C., Riggins, A., Masud, N., Cowan, L. T., Chopak-Foss, J., Oloyede, T., Hassani Goodarzi, T., & Sejoro, S., Jiann-Ping Hsu College of Public Health, Georgia Southern University.
- A Surgical Birth: Investigating the Socioeconomic Characteristics of Individuals Who Elect for a Cesarean Delivery., Guerrette, J., Hassani Goodarzi, T., Oloyede, T., & Cowan, L., Submitted to the Georgia Public Health Association (GPHA).
- College Students' Openness Towards Utilizing Mobile-Based Mental Health Applications: Making a Case to Address the Counseling Deficit in Higher Education., McBrayer, J. S., Tolman, S., Wells, P., & Krah, M. Hassani Goodarzi, T., Manuscript in preparation.
- Screen Time Exposure and Child Development: Examining the Link to Mental, Emotional, Developmental, and Behavioral Disorders in Children., Presented at the Georgia Public Health Association Annual Meeting and Conference.
- The Impact of Household Income on Children's Health: A Comprehensive Analysis., (Project in Development).
LANGUAGE
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Laboratory Assistant
Georgia Southern University
05.2024 - 09.2024
Public Health Intern
Healthy Savannah Inc.
05.2024 - 08.2024
Teacher and Research Assistant
Georgia Southern University
08.2023 - Current
Medical Doctor
HOMCA Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2021
Family Physician
Arak University of Medical Science
05.2019 - 08.2023
Medical Intern
Arak University of Medical Science
09.2017 - 03.2019
Clinical Research Assistant
Arak University of Medical Science
09.2017 - 03.2019
M.S - Public Health
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
M.D. - Medicine
ARAK UNIVERSITY OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
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