Yohana Margarita Kim
Irvine,USA
Summary
Dynamic public health professional with extensive medical training and research experience in epidemiology. Currently pursuing a Master of Public Health at UC Irvine, leveraging a strong foundation in clinical practice and data analysis to address critical health issues. Proficient in statistical software (SAS, SQL, Python, R), skilled in conducting rigorous research and translating findings into actionable strategies. Certified in Public Health (CPH) with a commitment to promoting health equity and improving health outcomes for diverse communities through innovative public health initiatives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
UC Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health
06.2024 - Current
- Investigating causation issues related to smokeless tobacco and oral cancer in product liability cases under the guidance of Dr. David Timberlake
- Reviewing depositions to identify causal arguments linking smokeless tobacco use to oral cancer
- Conducting qualitative analysis using ATLAS.ti to assess and interpret data related to smokeless tobacco product liability
Graduate Student Researcher
UCI Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health
05.2024 - Current
- Conducting research on the association between amphetamine use and liver cancer under the supervision of Dr. Yunxia Lu
- Writing a comprehensive research proposal and developing a data cleaning and analysis plan to explore potential links between amphetamine exposure and liver cancer
- Assisting in data cleaning and analysis using SQL, Python, and R programming languages
- Implementing statistical analyses, including descriptive and inferential statistics, to assess relationships and control for confounding factors
Indonesian Medical Interpreter
Ilingo2
07.2018 - 02.2020
- Assisted non-English speaking Indonesians in overcoming language barriers during medical visits, including admissions and consultations
Volunteer
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Assisted diverse patients with non-emergency medical services and daily needs
- Provided administrative support by filing and documenting medical records
- Facilitated patient and laboratory specimen transport within the hospital
Community Health Worker Fellowship
Diversity in Health Training Institute
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Bridged knowledge gaps in underserved communities by providing navigation and education on health and social service systems in the East Bay
Medical Doctor
MeetDoctor
05.2016 - 10.2018
- Delivered over 10,000 online consultations and health education for Meetdoctor.com users in Indonesia, focusing on women’s health, pediatrics, and general health
- Promoted an exclusive breastfeeding program by educating patients on its importance
General Practitioner
Gading Pluit Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2017
- Provided direct patient care in emergency rooms and hospital wards
- Led initiatives within the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) health team to reduce child mortality, improve maternal health, and combat HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis
- Managed the Obstetrics and Neonates Emergency Comprehensive team to enhance service quality for patients
- Oversaw the HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis team, developing standard operating procedures to improve screening and medication adherence
- Compiled the 'Obstetrics Neonates Emergency Comprehensive Service' standard operating procedure document
- Served as a guest doctor on the national TV show 'Kreasi Dapur Sehat,' providing health education on insomnia
- Contributed to the hospital accreditation process, helping maintain its status in 2017
- Organized medical symposiums at Gading Pluit Hospital since 2012
Education
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2025
Doctor of Medicine - MD
Tarumanagara Universitas
Jakarta, Indonesia10.2011
Bachelor of Medicine - BMed
Tarumanagara University
Jakarta, Indonesia08.2009
Skills
- Research (Quantitative and Qualitative)
- Data analysis (SAS, Phyton, R)
- SQL data management
- Microsoft Office
- Epidemiology
- Analytical Thinking
- Health education
- Cultural awareness
- Clinical Knowledge and Clinical skills
- OHDSI (Observational Health Data Sciences and Informatics)
- Good communication skills in diverse and multicultural setting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Certified in Public Health (CPH), National Board of Public Health Examiners, 2024
Research in progress
- Amphetamines and Liver Cancer: A Case Control Study Based on University of California Health Data Warehouse
- Challenging causation in product liability cases against smokeless tobacco manufacturers
Publications
Kadar Kolesterol Total dan Tekanan Darah Orang Dewasa Indonesia, Margarita Y, Princen P, Andi A, Rumawas ME, Kidarsa VB, Sutrisna B, National Public Health Journal, 8, 2, 09/01/13, 79-84, https://scholarhub.ui.ac.id/kesmas/vol8/iss2/6
Awards and scholarships
- Dean’s Academic Achievement Award, University of California, Irvine, 2024
- Public Health Diversity Fellowship, University of California, Irvine, 09/01/23, 12/01/25
- Public Health Summer Scholarship, University of California, Irvine, 2023
- Third Place, Scientific Writing Competition, Tarumanagara University, 2011
- Untar Internal Scholarships, Tarumanagara University, 01/01/06, 01/01/09
Languages
Indonesian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
UC Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health
06.2024 - Current
Graduate Student Researcher
UCI Irvine Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health
05.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Valley Presbyterian Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2019
Community Health Worker Fellowship
Diversity in Health Training Institute
09.2018 - 12.2018
Indonesian Medical Interpreter
Ilingo2
07.2018 - 02.2020
Medical Doctor
MeetDoctor
05.2016 - 10.2018
General Practitioner
Gading Pluit Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2017
Certified in Public Health (CPH), National Board of Public Health Examiners, 2024
Master of Public Health - Epidemiology
University of California, Irvine
Doctor of Medicine - MD
Tarumanagara Universitas
Bachelor of Medicine - BMed
Tarumanagara University
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