Madilyn Dwyer
New Orleans
Summary
A dedicated applicant seeking admissions into medical school to pursue a career grounded in patient-centered care, Interdisciplinary collaboration, and commitment ot continuity of care. Through clinical and service experiences, I have gained an appreciation for the critical role of teamwork across health care disciplines in optimizing patient outcomes. I am committed to lifelong learning and personal growth throughout medical school and my future career, with the goal of serving patients with compassion, integrity, and clinical experience.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
- Conduct patient intakes, including collecting patient histories, vitals, and addressing patient concerns.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide patient-centered care, facilitating clear communication of clinical information between patients and providers.
- Educate patients on treatment plans in a clear concise way that accounts for individual health literacy and promotes patient understanding.
- Coordinate patient appointments by applying foundational knowledge of individual specialties' services to ensure appropriate scheduling.
Algebra Tutor
Dr. Reena Mehta
06.2025 - Current
- Develop lesson plans tailored to students' individual needs and learning styles.
- Employ various teaching tools to reinforce comprehension and mastery of concepts.
- Incorporate constructive feedback to refine teaching approaches and session effectiveness.
- Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages students to express areas of difficulty.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shands Teaching Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, prioritizing the maintenance of comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with nurses, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support quality, patient-centered care.
- Communicated concisely during shift changes to ensure incoming staff were fully informed on patients' statuses and needs.
Shift Leader
Swamp Restaurant
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Supervised serving staff and coordinated section assignments to ensure the most efficient workflow.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, using clear communication to deescalate.
- Trained new staff, providing knowledge on menu items, customer service standards, and standard duties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida, FL05-2025
MCAT
08-2024
Skills
- Inpatient and Outpatient care
- Vital signs and patient intake
- Specimens collection and processing
- Medical record documentation
- HIPAA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Patient education
- Research Methodology
- Case Study Analysis
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- (2024-Present)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - (2024- Present)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- (2025- Present)
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2025 - Current
Algebra Tutor
Dr. Reena Mehta
06.2025 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shands Teaching Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2025
Shift Leader
Swamp Restaurant
03.2023 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Florida
MCAT
Volunteer Experience
Ronald McDonald House South Louisiana- September 2025- Current
- Assist RMH staff as a family services volunteer.
- Support families by entertaining children, cooking meals, and cleaning rooms.
Best Buddies- August 2023- May 2025
- Volunteered with Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Organized biweekly events to encourage engagement and inclusion.
- Fundraised for and participated in the annual Friendship Walk, uniting UF students and the Gainesville residents in support of the club.
Ronald McDonald House Gainesville- August 2021- May 2025
- Organizing two annual fundraisers through sorority involvement, raising around 30,000 dollars.
- Supported RMH by cooking meals, participating family activities and organizing seasonal events (i.e. pumpkin carving).
Nicaragua Medical Mission Trip- March 2024
- Participated in pop-up clinics in rural Nicaragua, assisting physicians in providing free medical care to underserved populations.
Shadowing Experience
- Dr. Charles Whitlow M.D.
Ochsner Colon and Rectal- 8 hours
- Dr. Brian Kann M.D.
Ochsner Colon and Rectal- 20 hours
- Dr. William Kethman M.D.
Ochsner Colon and Rectal- 20 hours
- Dr. Forrest Johnston M.D.
Ochsner Colon and Rectal-60 hours
- Dr. Danielle Kay M.D.
Ochsner Colon and Rectal- 30 hours
- Dr. Jennifer Paruch M.D.
Ochsner Colon and Rectal- 30 hours
- Dr. Aditya Bansal M.D.
Ochsner Cardiology- 8 hours
- Dr. Saket Singh M.D.
Ochsner Cardiology- 8 hours
- Dr. Darren Miter D.O.
Lee Health General Surgery- 16 hours
Research Experience
- Assisted in the writing and submitting of an abstract with Dr. Connie Shao M.D. for Digestive Disease Weekly (May 2-6 2026) (Not yet published). This involved two retrospective cohort studies. The first studied adults undergoing colonoscopy within the Ochsner medical system, utilizing billing data to help compare demographics and NIH NCI State Cancer Profile for Louisiana determine late-stage CRC rates at a parish level. The second utilized the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program database to compare patients who underwent colectomy or proctectomy for colorectal cancer at Ochsner Health. The goal being to highlight factors that influence risk of colon cancer as well as highlight the need for rural outreach given the markedly higher colorectal cancer incidence.
Hobbies and Interests
- Scuba diving and free-diving, cultivating calm decision making skills in diverse and dynamic environments.
- Strength and endurance training, including weightlifting and running.
- Outdoor and water-based sports; such as, wakeboarding, fishing, and hiking