VALENTYNA OCHOA
Houston,TX
Summary
International Medical Graduate (IMG) with Doctor of Medicine degree. Experience in surgical assistance and emergency care. Skilled in chronic disease management and gynecology, with a strong ability in diagnostic interpretation. Demonstrates effective interdisciplinary teamwork and fluency in English and Spanish. Committed to continuous learning, teaching, and health education promotion.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Doctor
Hospital Cesar Uribe Piedrahita
Medellín, Colombia
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Managed emergency room patients, including trauma, toxicology, and gynecological cases.
- Assisted in surgeries across general, orthopedic, and gynecological specialties.
- Ordered and interpreted laboratory tests and imaging studies, including blood panels, X-rays, and CT scans.
- Provided comprehensive prenatal care while supporting labor and delivery processes.
- Promoted disease prevention through targeted public health education initiatives.
Medical Intern
La Misericordia Clínica Internacional
Barranquilla, Colombia
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Completed rotations in internal medicine, general surgery, pediatrics, gynecology, urgent care, and ICU.
- Assisted in over 30 cardiovascular surgeries as first assistant during two-month rotation.
- Contributed to pediatric, bariatric, and neurosurgery procedures through active assistance.
- Participated in daily patient rounds and drafted comprehensive progress notes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and enhance treatment plans.
Education
International Medical Graduate With Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Degree -
Universidad Libre Seccional Barranquilla
Barranquilla, Colombia07.2021
United States Medical Licensure Exams (USMLE) -
STEP 1 - Passed (2024)
STEP 2 CK - Passed (2025)Skills
- Surgical skills
- Emergency care
- Team collaboration
- Health promotion
- Adaptability
- Bilingual fluency
Certification
- ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support (NHCPS)
- BLS – Basic Life Support (NHCPS)
- PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support (NHCPS)
- CPR, AED & First Aid – Save a Life
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Extracurricular & Volunteer Activities
- Peer tutor for Anatomy and Surgery at Universidad Libre
- Volunteer clinician with local Red Cross campaigns focused on underserved communities
- Participated in global health outreach brigades emphasizing maternal health and preventive care
Affiliations
- Volleyball team Captain at Universidad Libre
- Founder and content creator of Neuronita.co, an educational instagram platform for medical students.
- Singer
Timeline
Medical Doctor
Hospital Cesar Uribe Piedrahita
08.2021 - 12.2022
Medical Intern
La Misericordia Clínica Internacional
06.2020 - 06.2021
International Medical Graduate With Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Degree -
Universidad Libre Seccional Barranquilla
United States Medical Licensure Exams (USMLE) -
STEP 1 - Passed (2024)
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