Yvette Ssempijja-Krapfl, MD, MHS
Seattle,Washington
Summary
Dependable, detail-oriented, and compassionate physician with experience managing dermatologic concerns that span medical, procedural, and cosmetic dermatology. Background in health management that provides a unique blend of skills from clinical expertise to strategic planning and operations management.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Vanderbilt Medical Research Scholar
Department Of Dermatology - Vanderbilt Dermatology
Nashville , TN
2020.06 - 2021.06
- Selected for competitive research fellowship with $30,000 grant funding
- Managed longitudinal study, including 50 patients with cutaneous chronic graft-versus-host disease
- Developed protocols, training manuals, and internal validation study
- Obtained and analyzed objective skin properties at VUMC and VA long term transplant follow-up visits
- Collaborated with fellow scholars for interdisciplinary research projects, resulting in high-quality publications and presentations
International Research and Observerships
Departments Of Microbiology And Dermatology
Entebbe , Uganda
2017.06 - 2017.08
- Studied hospital based disinfectant and their ability to control bacterial strains isolated from inpatient units
- Presented findings to hospital administrators and proposed solutions based on results
- Examined 150 patients in dermatology clinic with concerns spanning inflammatory to tropical dermatoses
- Educated patients on preventative measures and lifestyle changes for improved skin health
Medical College of Wisconsin Research Specialist
Medical College Of Wisconsin
Milwaukee , WI
2013.06 - 2015.06
- Managed 27 community based participants who worked at 5 recruitment sites
- Recruited 1,500 children into immunization database
- Collaborated with fellow researchers to create and disseminate educational intervention for Community Health Improvement for Milwaukee’s Children (CHIMC) project
- Collaborated with fellow researchers for manuscript and resultant publication in National Institute of Health US National Library of Medicine - Improving Immunization Rates Through Community-Based Participatory Research: Community Health Improvement for Milwaukee's Children Program
Education
Dermatology Residency -
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06.2025
Internship -
Redmond Regional Medical Center
Rome, GA 06.2021
Doctor of Medicine -
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN05.2021
Master of Health Sciences -
Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Systems Management
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2013
Skills
- Women Dermatologic Society, 2024 – Present
- American Society of Dermatologic Surgeons, 2023 – Present
- American Academy of Dermatology, 2022 – Present
- Seattle Dermatologic Society 2022 – Present
- American Academy of Dermatology Diversity Mentorship Award, 2020
- Meharry Medical College Convocation Ceremony Scholarship Award, 2017
- Winfield & Mary Davis Scholarship Award, 2017
- Loyola University Chicago Faculty Appointed Maroon and Gold Honor Society Member, 2013
- Loyola University Chicago Social Justice in Action Award, 2012
Additional Information
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honors Society 2019
Kaiser Permanente Northern California Medical Student Scholarship 2018
- This scholarship is awarded to select fourth year medical students for their commitment to underserved communities.
Motorola Solutions Foundation/Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police (ACCP) Scholarship 2017
- This scholarship is awarded to the children of Caribbean police officers in good academic standing.
Young Barbadian Professionals Society-Trident Scholarship 2014
- This scholarship is awarded to Barbadians studying overseas who are in good academic standing and have demonstrated leadership as well as a commitment to community service.
Howard University Chemistry Department Award 2014
- This honor is awarded to Undergraduate students for excellent work in Chemistry.
Barbados Scholarship 2012
- This scholarship is awarded to Barbadian students who graduate From high school with a 4.0 GPA
Timeline
Vanderbilt Medical Research Scholar
Department Of Dermatology - Vanderbilt Dermatology
2020.06 - 2021.06
International Research and Observerships
Departments Of Microbiology And Dermatology
2017.06 - 2017.08
Medical College of Wisconsin Research Specialist
Medical College Of Wisconsin
2013.06 - 2015.06
Dermatology Residency -
University of Washington
Internship -
Redmond Regional Medical Center
Doctor of Medicine -
Meharry Medical College
Master of Health Sciences -
Meharry Medical College
Bachelor of Science - Health Systems Management
Loyola University of Chicago
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