Personal Profile

My day-to-day interactions with people foster a positive environment for producing results. Critical thinking skills allow for better insight and thinking through different methods and approaches to problems. Reliability, time management, determination, and a robust work ethic have been key factors in my success as a student-athlete, coach, researcher, and are a profound personal trademark.

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As an epidemiologist and medical student, I have particular interests in hematology/oncology, surgical oncology, orthopedic surgery/sports medicine, emergency medicine/sports medicine, and minority and LGBTQ+ health equity.

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Education

St. George’s University (SGU), School of Medicine,

Grenada, West Indies

8/2020 - Present

Doctor of Medicine, anticipated May 2024

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University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston,

Austin Campus

8/2017-12/2019

Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and

Graduate Certificate in Global Health

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Texas Christian University

8/2014-5/2017

Bachelor of Science in Biology, Pre-Health  

 

 

 

  

Work Experience

• Student Representative, SGU SOM Curriculum Steering Committee on DEI 

  • 9/2021 – Present

    • St. George’s University, School of Medicine

• Grenadian Ministry of Health COVID-19 Pop-Up Clinic Student Leader and Volunteer                              

  • 9/2021 – Present

    • Grenadian Ministry of Health and St. George’s University

• Vice President of Administrative Affairs, Student Government Association, SGU

  • 5/2021 – 9/2021​

    • St. George’s University, School of Medicine  

• Student Representative, Student Government Association, SGU

  • 8/2020 – Present

    • St. George’s University, School of Medicine  

• SGA Representative,  The Committee of Technology-Based Teaching and Learning (CTTL), SGU

  • 8/2020 – Present

    • St. George’s University, Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

• SGA Representative, Emergency Preparedness Committee, SGU

  • 1/2021 – Present

    • St. George’s University, , Undergraduate and Graduate Programs

• Peer Learning Group Facilitator and Tutor, SGU 

  • 1/2021 – Present

    • St. George’s University, Department of Educational Services

• Account Executive and Associate Medical Writer, Link Health Group LLC

  • 3/2019 – 7/2020

    • Retaining profitable business with pharmaceutical and biotechnology firm

    • Managing and nurturing relationships with agents and groups of other agencies to facilitate and foster lifelong relationships

    • Involved in content development and scientific/medical editing services for medical educational purposes

    • Primarily responsible for Medical Affairs and Client Services with Avexis, LLC

• Graduate Research Assistant, UTHealth Science Center, School of Public Health

  • 1/2018 – 6/2018

    • Assistant research coordinator for the Houston TRAIN Study;

    • Assists in data screening, entry, and management, and participant coordination protocols

• Associate Account Executive and Intern, Link Health Group LLC

  • 10/2013 – 3/2019

    • Retaining profitable business with pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms

    • Managing and nurturing relationships with agents and groups of other agencies to facilitate and foster lifelong relationships

    • Working within a cross-functional team environment (compliance, research, medical affairs, client services, etc.)

    • Provide a number of key services within the agency including:

      • Help set up regional and national advisory boards,

      • Help develop project proposals and budgets

      • Participate in initial web design discussions

      • Provided research and database review services in a variety of medical fields. The primary research focus was on Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension and Prostate Cancer, amongst many other oncologic diseases

• Teaching Assistant for Advanced Teaching in Biology, Microbiology            

  • 8/2016 – 5/2017

    • Part of Dr. Clark Jones’ microbiology lab, where I was tasked with aiding in educating nursing, nutrition, and biology majors about microbiology lab practices and the many microscopic organisms that live around us.

• Student-Leader of The Global Impact on Healthcare Symposium at TCU 

  • Fall 2015 & Fall 2016

    • Principal student of a team of undergraduate students that helped run a symposium on the Global Impact on Healthcare with Dr. Clark Jones.  Hosted distinguished guests in the global healthcare field.

• Medical Volunteer and Physician Shadow; Dhaka, Bangladesh                     

  • 5/2016

    • Participated in a solo 4-week medical volunteer trip where I shadowed physicians at the President Abdul Hamid Medical Hospital and College in Kishoreganj and at Dhaka Hospital; carefully observed public health practices by the public and HCPs, especially those pertaining to diarrheal diseases and TB

• Student Mentor at the Texas Academy of Biological Sciences                     

  • 1/2015 – 5/2015

    • Mentored high-school students on life, sports, and the pursuit of their dreams

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Athletic Experience

• Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Metabolic Technician, and Masters Swim Coach, Lifetime Fitness – North Austin 

  • ​6/2018 – 3/2019     

    • Part of a team of personal and group fitness trainers, and a dedicated health and fitness staff providing nutrition coaching, personal training, and metabolic testing to a wide array of clientele including athletes, weight loss clients, and people trying to generally improve their health and fitness;

      • Cancer Exercise Specialist;

      • USA Weightlifting Certified;

      • Performance Enhancement Specialist;

      • Precision Nutrition Coach

• Age Group Swim Coach-Longhorn Aquatics (TXLA)                                       

  • 8/2017 – 6/2018

    • Responsible for a group of young teenagers to high school swimmers and teaching and coaching them about competitive swimming, dry land, and the psychology of trying to achieve one’s goals

• Age Group Swim Coach-Fort Worth Area Swim Team                                   

  • 8/2016 – 8/2017

    • Responsible for a group of young teenagers to high school swimmers and teaching and coaching them about competitive swimming, dry land, and the psychology of trying to achieve one’s goals

    • Senior 3 and Gold/TAGS Coach. Senior 3 trains 8 practices a week, our GOLD/TAGS group trains 9 times a week.

• Intern, Texas Christian University Athletics Office of Student-Athlete Development                               

  • 4/2016 – 5/2017

    • Developed a platform and program for the acceptance of minority athletes in the areas of gender, race, and LGBT; educated athletes and coaches on how to promote safety and acceptance on their teams

    • Worked alongside Associate Athletic Director of Student-Athlete Development, to promote a safe space for all athletes

• Member of Texas Christian University’s Swimming and Diving Team             

  • Fall 2014 – Spring 2016

    • A member of the NCAA Division I sports team. Training at a high level for 20+ hours a week. Lettering at in-season dual meets as well as taking part in a Big 12 Conference Championship at the end of the season.

• Captain of Texas Christian University’s Swimming and Diving Team             

  • Fall 2015 – Spring 2016

    • Responsible for being a model of excellence for my teammates; Embodies 3C’s: Caring, Courageous, Consistent

• Member of Auburn University’s Swimming and Diving Team                         

  • Fall 2012 – Spring 2014

•  Age Group Swim Coach-Berkeley Aquatic Club                                             

  • 2007 – 2013

    • Worked closely with then USA Swimming and US Aquatic Sports President and other staff members.

    • Was responsible for understanding the physiological principles of swimming and dryland exercises, such as hydrodynamics and the musculoskeletal system, as well as the psychological aspects of the sport and its effect on young athletes.

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Awards

• SGU Humanitarian Award Scholarship                                                           

  • Aug. 2020 – Present

• TCU Student-Athlete Athletic Scholarship

  • Aug. 2015 – May 2017

• All-Big 12 Second Team

  • March 2016

• All-Big 12 Honorable Mention

  • March 2015

• Academic All-Big 12

  • Aug. 2014 – May 2016

• Southeastern Conference Scholastic All-American

  • Aug. 2013 – May 2014

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Skills and Memberships

• American Medical Student Association (2020 – present)

• Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certified

• CITI Certified, Human Research-Group 1 Biomedical Researchers and Key Personnel

• CITI Certified, Human Research-Group 2 Social and Behavioral Researchers and Key Personnel

• HIPAA Certified

• American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), member

• Certified One Love Escalation Facilitator (Sexual Assault/Harassment Awareness Facilitator)

• Certified USA Swimming Coach (USAS)

• Precision Nutrition Certified Nutrition Coach (PN1, CN)

• Lifetime Academy Certified Nutrition Coach

• Lifetime Academy Certified Metabolic Technician

• ACTION Certified Personal Trainer (NCCA CPT)  

• TRX Trainer Summit - TRX White Coach

• NASM Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM PES)

• USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Coach (USAW)

• Cancer Exercise Specialist (CETI CES)

• Computer skills: MSWord, MSExcel, MSOutlook, MSPowerpoint, STATA

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