Wafa Modawi
Everett
Summary
Dedicated public health professional with over 5 years of experience in patient services, clinical research, and health program administration. Demonstrated ability to lead teams and foster collaboration in diverse environments. Fluent in Arabic and English, with strong skills in community outreach and health education. Proficient in Microsoft Office, EPIC, and public health data management software. Seeking to leverage public health expertise to improve community health outcomes and promote health equity.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Document Reviewer and Patient Advocate
Nick Global Health Team
09.2024 - Current
- Review medical documents for accuracy and compliance, and advocate for patient rights and needs within healthcare settings, in Sudan
Geriatric Research Fellowship
Michigan State University
04.2024 - Current
- Conducting ongoing research in geriatric health, focusing on improving patient care and outcomes for elderly populations
Public Health Internship
Northwestern Hospital & Northeastern Illinois University / ChicagoCHEC
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked on public health initiatives, supported clinical research, and collaborated with healthcare teams to address health disparities through research and community engagement
Medical Assistant
NorthShore Cardiovascular Institute
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in patient care, monitored vitals, supported cardiologists in diagnostic procedures, maintained patient records, and provided administrative assistance in a fast-paced cardiovascular clinic
Graduate Research Assistant
Africa International College
10.2016 - 04.2022
- Recruited participants, conducted literature reviews, supported data analysis, and prepared regulatory documents for multiple research projects
General Physician
Academy Charity Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2022
- Conducted physical examinations, treated patients, performed minor surgeries, provided health education, and managed practice administration
General Physician
UNHCR
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Performed physical exams, diagnosed and treated patients, conducted minor surgeries, provided health education, and managed practice administration in collaboration with healthcare professionals
Internship and Clinical Rotations
Ibrahim Malik Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
- Conducted examinations, assisted in diagnosis and treatment, performed minor surgeries, and provided patient education under specialist supervision
Clinical Research Assistant
Sudan International University
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Managed patient databases, supported clinical trials, recruited participants, and assisted with regulatory documentation
Education
Master’s - Public Health
Northeastern Illinois University
01.2024
Master’s - Physiology
Africa International College
01.2022
Bachelor’s - Surgery and Medicine
Sudan International University
01.2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Team-building
- Bilingual support
- Microsoft Office
- EPIC
- Health information systems
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Community outreach
- Health education
Certification
- Pharmacy Technician License, 2016
- CPR Certification, 2023
- CITI Program Certification, 09/18/24
- Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Clinical Research, NIH, 2023-2024
- Principles of Clinical Pharmacology, NIH, 2023-2024
- EPIC Course Certificate, 10/01/23
Affiliations
- Sudanese Women Physician Association (SAWDA)
- Sudanese American Physician Association (SAPA)
Recentresearchprojectsandpublications
- Conducted a literature review on PARP Inhibitors in the Treatment of Ovarian and Breast Cancer, ChicagoCHEC, Northwestern University, and Northeastern Illinois University
- 'Relationship between ABO blood type and clinical–pathological characteristics with prostate cancer patients in Khartoum state', 2024, Iraqi National Journal of Medicine, 6(1), 21-25, https://doi.org/10.37319/
- Currently researching low back pain associated with vitamin D deficiency in adults, Michigan State University
Training
- First Physiological Sudanese Conference, Presented research paper and poster: 'Association of Prostate Cancer with Blood Group.'
- SAPA Conference, Sudanese American Physician Association, 2019
- Upcoming Conference in Canada, 11/20/24, Presenting abstract on low back pain associated with vitamin D deficiency.
Timeline
Document Reviewer and Patient Advocate
Nick Global Health Team
09.2024 - Current
Public Health Internship
Northwestern Hospital & Northeastern Illinois University / ChicagoCHEC
06.2024 - 08.2024
Geriatric Research Fellowship
Michigan State University
04.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
NorthShore Cardiovascular Institute
11.2022 - 12.2023
General Physician
Academy Charity Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2022
General Physician
UNHCR
12.2017 - 12.2018
Graduate Research Assistant
Africa International College
10.2016 - 04.2022
Internship and Clinical Rotations
Ibrahim Malik Hospital
10.2016 - 10.2017
Clinical Research Assistant
Sudan International University
03.2016 - 09.2016
Master’s - Public Health
Northeastern Illinois University
Master’s - Physiology
Africa International College
Bachelor’s - Surgery and Medicine
Sudan International University
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