Alana Ortiz Fraguada
Trujillo Alto
Summary
I am a undergraduate student in the University of Puerto Rico, Río Piedras Campus, currently completing my bachelor's degree in Cellular and Molecular Biology. I have great passion, determination and commitment that has distinguished the different stages of my personal and scientific development. I am secretary of the students organization Women in Natural Sciences (WINS), an organization focused on women empowerment. Furthermore, I have volunteered in the Ricky Martin Foundation (TAU), Un rayito de Sol en tu habitación, Clearwaters, among many others organizations. This experiences, along with my desire to impact the lives of those around me, has motivated me to aspire a medical base career.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
RCM Med Prep
Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Ciencias Médicas
San Juan
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Learned about the requirements of this medical school, while experiencing and understanding the responsibilities a medical student has.
- Acquired knowledge about the different systems of the human body and later saw each one on a corpse.
- Understood the nature of different physical symptoms in a patient and their possible causes.
Intercollegiate Neuroscience Research Journal Club
Intercollegiate Neuroscience Research Journal Club
Hartford
06.2020 - 08.2020
- The INRJC is a way for undergraduate students interested in neuroscience, research and medicine to enhance their engagement within the field of science.
- This program was a once-a-week commitment for a total of ten weeks.
- While being part of this club, I had the chance to read current neuroscience-related research papers, network with individuals throughout the world and improve my public-speaking, leadership and writing skills.
The Leadership Alliance Professional Development
Brown University
Providence
06.2020 - 07.2020
- This experience is created with the purpose of fostering the understanding of the research process, increasing confidence in applying to graduate schools and helping students develop networking skills.
- Throughout the program, I got to attend professional workshops and online meetings with Doctoral Scholars.
- This experience was of great advantage for my professional development and ignited hope and curiosity for the next phase of my academic career.
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Dr. Marvin Bayro
San Juan
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted graduate students with their various investigations.
- Developed research abilities and perfecting laboratory techniques.
- Analyzed various papers which I later presented to the researcher, graduate, and undergraduate students.
- Improved my teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Secretary of Women in Natural Sciences (WINS)
WINS
San Juan
01.2021 - 05.2022
- This student association was born out of the need to empower and recognize the role of women in science.
- This experience has been very helpful in improving my leadership, organization and time management skills.
- It also has provided me with the opportunity to mature and grow in both, a personal and professional manner.
- Some of my formal duties as secretary are: monitoring the list of active members, making activity assistance forms, sending emails reminding weekly activities to the members and lastly, keeping a written record of what happens at board meetings.
Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinical Observer
Dr. Hiram Malaret González
San Juan
06.2021 - 06.2021
- During June of 2021, I had the honor of shadowing with renowned obstetrician and gynecologist, Dr. Hiram Malaret González.
- I witnessed various procedures, including pellets, VPH examination, colposcopies, cervical biopsies, endovaginal ultrasounds, among many others.
- While performing each one, the doctor never failed to explain in detail what he was doing and its purpose.
- Recieved advice as a future health care professional.
Plastic Surgery Clinical Observer
Dr. Francisco Pérez Rivera
Caguas
03.2021 - 03.2021
- During March of 2021, I had the opportunity of shadowing Dr. Francisco Pérez Rivera, a renowned cosmetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery specialist.
- I had the chance to join in on his consultations and operations at the HIMA San Pablo Hospital in Caguas.
- Among the surgeries that I observed, there was an abdominoplasty, a breast reduction, and a breast augmentation.
- I also learned about the correct doctor-patient relationship that is required to promote a comfortable clinical setting.
Biology Tutor
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
San Juan
08.2018 - 05.2022
- One of the many activities I enjoy is helping others and sharing my knowledge, which prompted me as freshman to start offering free tutorship in biology focused courses.
- This not only allowed me to learn about companionship, dedication, responsibility, and leadership, but it also enabled me to develop my interpersonal skills while solidifying my understanding of the material.
Education
High School Diploma -
University High School (UHS)
San Juan, Puerto Rico06.2018
Bachelor in Molecular Biology
University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras Campus
San Juan, Puerto Rico05.2022
Skills
- Leadership
- Work ethic
- Good interpersonal skill
- Time management
- Organized and detailed oriented
- Problem solving
- Oral and written communication
- Tutoring
- Public speaking
- Research
Timeline
Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinical Observer
Dr. Hiram Malaret González
06.2021 - 06.2021
Plastic Surgery Clinical Observer
Dr. Francisco Pérez Rivera
03.2021 - 03.2021
Secretary of Women in Natural Sciences (WINS)
WINS
01.2021 - 05.2022
Undergraduate Student Researcher
Dr. Marvin Bayro
08.2020 - 12.2021
Intercollegiate Neuroscience Research Journal Club
Intercollegiate Neuroscience Research Journal Club
06.2020 - 08.2020
The Leadership Alliance Professional Development
Brown University
06.2020 - 07.2020
RCM Med Prep
Universidad de Puerto Rico, Recinto de Ciencias Médicas
06.2019 - 06.2019
Biology Tutor
University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras Campus
08.2018 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
University High School (UHS)
Bachelor in Molecular Biology
University of Puerto Rico Rio Piedras Campus
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