Zakira Howard
Summary
Board-certified Forensic Pathologist with over 5 years at Mount Sinai Hospital, showcasing expertise in forensic pathology and a knack for teamwork. Achieved a reduction in forensic report turnaround times and enhanced autopsy accuracy through advanced techniques. Known for exceptional analytical skills and professionalism, contributing significantly to policy development in forensic pathology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Forensic Pathologist
Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- High skilled and board-certified Forensic Pathologist with over 5 years of experience in conducting autopsies, determining causes of death and providing expert testimony and legal settings, expertise and forensic investigation, pathology procedures and advanced diagnostic techniques, proven ability to work, collaboratively with law enforcement, attorneys and medical examiners to ensure accurate and timely, death investigations, strong, and analytical skills attention to detail and a commitment to upholding ethical standards and forensic science.
Associate Medical Examiner
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Interpreted toxicology results to identify presence of drugs or poisons, aiding in determining cause and manner of death.
- Reduced turnaround time for forensic reports, ensuring adherence to legal deadlines.
- Maintained high standards of safety and hygiene within the workplace to minimize risk of contamination or infection.
- Improved autopsy accuracy by implementing standardized protocols and enhancing documentation procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison County High School
Madison, FL05-2015
Associate of Science - Forensic Science
North Florida College
Madison, FL06-2016
M.D./ Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
CUNY School of Medicine
New York, NY06-2022
Fellowship - Forensic Science
University of Rochester School of Medicine
Rochester, NY06-2023
Skills
- Enhanced autopsy accuracy by implementing advanced forensic techniques and tools
- Contributed to policy development efforts by providing subject matter expertise on forensic pathology issues
- Conducted thorough post-mortem examinations to determine cause of death and other relevant findings
- Forensic psychology
- Laboratory testing
- Biopsy expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professionalism
Accomplishments
- Performed Over 1,000 Autopsies: Successfully conducted comprehensive forensic autopsies to determine the cause and manner of death for a wide range of cases, including homicides, suicides, accidents and natural death, maintaining high accuracy and efficiency.
- Expert Testimony in High-Profile Cases: Provided expert testimony and over 10 criminal and civil court cases, delivering clear, concise and scientifically backed findings on causes of death trauma analysis and postmortem examinations contributing to successful prosecution and verdicts.
- Leadership in Death Investigation Systems: Played a key role in reforming and improving protocols at the New York New York office of chief medical examiners office leading to a 10% increase and efficiency in case review turnaround times and improve collaboration with law enforcement and legal teams.
Timeline
Forensic Pathologist
Mount Sinai Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Associate Medical Examiner
The Office of Chief Medical Examiner
12.2020 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Madison County High School
Associate of Science - Forensic Science
North Florida College
M.D./ Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
CUNY School of Medicine
Fellowship - Forensic Science
University of Rochester School of Medicine
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