Kisha Cadet
Coral Springs
Summary
Compassionate medical student with strong capability in patient care, clinical skills, and medical volunteer settings, providing essential support to health care teams. Deeply passionate about global health initiatives and international health systems, understanding the significance of addressing healthcare disparities on a global scale.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Volunteer
Cedar Grove Health Centre
02.2025 - Current
- Gained valuable insight into patient needs through regular interaction, enabling more targeted solutions to address individual concerns effectively.
- Collected vital signs and updated records.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing thorough pre-testing and efficient optical examination.
Medical Volunteer
Breast Friends Women in Touch
10.2024 - Current
- Assist in Breast and Ovarian Cancer screening
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Enhanced patient experiences by accurately recording vital signs and maintaining detailed records for healthcare providers'' review.
Medical Volunteer
American Red Cross- Church of Jesus Christ
10.2024 - Current
- Manual vitals such as blood pressure, blood cholesterol and blood sugar
- Educated patients about diseases, treatments and at-home care.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Contributed to a healthier community by participating in health fairs and conducting public health screenings.
Medical Volunteer
American Red Cross
04.2024 - Current
- Observed and recorded patient conditions by assessing vitals.
- Presented information on health education topics to patients and families.
- Conducted physical exams and recorded medical histories for patients in clinical setting.
- Educated patients on preventative measures and lifestyle changes for improved overall health outcomes.
Contact Tracer
Favorite HealthCare Staffing
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Certification in Contact Tracing
- Conduct thorough interviews with individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 to gather information about their recent contacts and activities
- Identify and reach out to individuals who may have been exposed to the virus through close contact with confirmed cases
- Provide clear and accurate guidance on quarantine protocols, symptom monitoring, and testing options to individuals identified as close contacts
- Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity when communicating with individuals about their potential exposure to COVID-19
- Document all interactions and information gathered in accordance with established protocols and guidelines
- Collaborate with public health officials, healthcare providers, and community organizations to support contact tracing efforts and prevent further transmission of the virus
- Stay up-to-date on current guidelines and best practices related to contact tracing and infectious disease control
Research Assistant
Florida State University College of Arts and Sciences
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative research methodologies and strategies.
- Utilized statistical software for data analysis, generating accurate insights into complex datasets.
- Managed research databases with utmost diligence, ensuring data integrity and security.
Intern
Big Bend Area Health Education Center
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Completed an unpaid public-health internship with Big Bend Area Health Education Center
- Assisted in planning and coordinating events for youth aged 14 and up
- Traveled with the Big Bend Rural Health Network AHEC team to provide free biometric screenings to ethnic minority individuals in Jefferson, Madison, and Taylor Counties
- Developed and curated healthy cooking recipes for demonstration classes held in schools, churches, libraries, and organizations
- Entered health screening data into the computer and organized screening files by month
Researcher
Florida State University
04.2017 - 12.2019
- Worked on a population-based research project called, 'Challenges in Hypertension and Stroke in Haitians: Lifestyle and Health Risks in Diet' under the supervision of Dr. Tania Reynolds
- Gathered and organized information for research purposes.
- Maintained detailed records of experimental procedures, observations, and results for accurate reporting and replication purposes.
- Presented research findings at national and international conferences, raising the profile of the institution.
Medical Volunteer
Caribbean American Medical Educational Organization (CAMEO)
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Served over 1,400 patients within two years as a member during my time with CAMEO
- Championed fundraising efforts to support medical missions, securing necessary resources for ongoing success in providing quality healthcare services to underserved populations.
- Assisted medical professionals in conducting physical examinations, ensuring accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatments.
- Continuously sought opportunities for professional development within the realm of global health, applying new knowledge and skills to the mission setting.
- Enhanced patient care by providing medical assistance during mission trips.
- Maintained detailed patient records during missions, supporting continuity of care upon return visits or future outreach efforts.
Summer Medical Scholar
University of Virginia School of Medicine
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Participated in an intensive six-week residential summer medical academic enrichment program for 30 undergraduate students from underrepresented groups and disadvantaged backgrounds
- Created and presented a research project, paper, and skit on HIV/AIDS among young Latino Men
- Attended a lecture series on leadership by distinguished faculty
- Received mentoring from eminent physicians and biomedical researchers
- Participated in clinical medicine lectures on cutting-edge topics in health, including health disparities, global health, telemedicine, bioethics, and bioterrorism
Fellow
The Atlantis Fellowship
12.2016 - 12.2016
- Served as an Atlantis Fellow with 9 students from the U.S.
- Shadowed doctors abroad for two weeks in Valdepenas, Spain in the Atlantis Project Shadow Abroad Program
- Shadow an orthopedic surgeon
- Volunteered daily at a family health center in Valdepenas, Spain
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Child Development
Florida State University
01.2019
Doctor of Medicine -
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
01.2027
Master of Science - Medical Physiology
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
01.2022
Skills
- Systematic Research Procedures
- Nonprofit Management
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Detail-Oriented Approach
- Data Analysis Proficiency
- Quick to Adjust
- Team Development
- Critical Analysis
Presentations
- 02/01/25, Poster Presentation, "Esmolol in Multimodal Therapy: Optimizing Hemodynamic Stability and Analgesia in Surgery and Critical Care", AUA Research Day 2025, Jabberwock, Antigua and Barbuda
- 02/01/19, Poster Presentation, "Challenges in Hypertension and Stroke in Haitians: Lifestyle and Health Risks in Diet", 2019 Florida Undergraduate Research Conference (FURC), Jacksonville, FL
- 03/01/19, Poster Presentation of "Challenges in Hypertension and Stroke in Haitians: Lifestyle and Health Risks in Diet", Atlantic Coast Conference Meeting of the Minds 2019 Recipient, Louisville, KY
- 04/01/18, Poster Presentation, Florida State University 18th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL
- 11/01/17, Poster Presentation, "Challenges in Hypertension and Stroke in Haitians: Lifestyle and Health Risks in Diet", Social and Behavioral Sciences and Public Health, Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students, Phoenix, AZ
Organizations
- Student National Medical Association
- American Society of Anesthesiologists
- Anesthesiology Interest Group
- Internal Medicine Interest Group
- Florida Society of Anesthesiologists
- Emergency Response Team
Abstracts
- "Challenges in Hypertension and Stroke in Haitians: Lifestyle and Health Risks in Diet", Kisha Cadet, Dr. Tania Reynolds
- "Esmolol in Multimodal Therapy: Optimizing Hemodynamic Stability and Analgesia in Surgery and Critical Care", Savreen Rangi, Kisha Cadet, Adaku Onwuka, Dr. Ravi Rajput
Awards
11/01/17, ABRCMS 2017 Presentation Award, Social and Behavioral Sciences and Public Health, Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students, Phoenix, AZ
Leadership Experience
- Research Coordinator, Anesthesiology Interest Group
- Medical Responder, American University of Antigua Emergency Response Team
Certification
BLS
Languages
English, Haitian Creole
Native language
French
Upper intermediate
B2
Spanish
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Medical Volunteer
Cedar Grove Health Centre
02.2025 - Current
Medical Volunteer
Breast Friends Women in Touch
10.2024 - Current
Medical Volunteer
American Red Cross- Church of Jesus Christ
10.2024 - Current
Medical Volunteer
American Red Cross
04.2024 - Current
Contact Tracer
Favorite HealthCare Staffing
06.2020 - 12.2020
Intern
Big Bend Area Health Education Center
10.2018 - 12.2019
Summer Medical Scholar
University of Virginia School of Medicine
06.2018 - 07.2018
Research Assistant
Florida State University College of Arts and Sciences
04.2017 - 12.2020
Researcher
Florida State University
04.2017 - 12.2019
Medical Volunteer
Caribbean American Medical Educational Organization (CAMEO)
03.2017 - 12.2019
Fellow
The Atlantis Fellowship
12.2016 - 12.2016
Doctor of Medicine -
American University of Antigua College of Medicine
Master of Science - Medical Physiology
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Minor in Child Development
Florida State University
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