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ELIZABETH A. COLE

Yadkinville

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional with a strong background in rural health and a degree in biochemistry, dedicated to addressing healthcare disparities in underserved communities. Graduated Magna Cum Laude from Virginia Tech, gaining valuable experience as a medical assistant at CUSOM, which enhanced clinical skills and patient interaction. Currently pursuing a career as a rural osteopathic physician at LMU-DCOM, committed to a patient-centered approach that improves access to quality healthcare in small outpatient clinics. Passionate about enhancing health outcomes and fostering equitable healthcare solutions for marginalized populations.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant, Basic EMT

Campbell University Community Health Center
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted with patient intake, ensuring accurate collection of medical histories and vital signs.
  • Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing daily patient flow and minimizing wait times.
  • Maintained electronic health records, consistently updating patient information for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary medical supplies.

Business Intern

Yadkin Valley/Shallowford Farms Popcorn
07.2018 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw company’s customer service division and engaged with visiting customers
  • Addressed concerns of FDA regulations of food safety and workplace hygiene
  • Constructed educational tours about facilities, production, and local agriculture
  • Constructed company website, advertisement articles, and product photos
  • Total: 960 hours

Education

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -

Lincoln Memorial University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Harrogate, TN
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA
05.2021

Skills

  • Prioritizing patient-focused care
  • Compassionate team player
  • Preventive health care advocate
  • Patient scheduling and support

Certification

  • National EMS Certification (Basic) August 2020-2021
  • EMS Vehicle Operator Safety Certification August 2020-2021
  • Adult and Child CPR Certification August 2020-Current

Research Experience

Ultrasound Lab Volunteer- November 2023 

Lincoln Memorial University, Harrogate, TN

Professor: Jeffery Chesnut, DO

• Assisted undergraduate LMU students with learning and performing timed eFAST examinations

• Research results aided in improving future ultrasound skill labs at LMU


Research Poster Presentation-  August 2021

Campbell University of Osteopathic Medicine, Lillington, NC

• Researched health care disparities in rural North Carolina communities with focus on the increasing cases of cardiovascular disease

• Led a small group of biomedical master students in researching and designing the poster

• Presented to medical school professors and first-year CUSOM students


Undergraduate Student Researcher- August 2019-December 2019; March 2021-April 2021 

Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA

• Research on debunking CBT oil mislabeled products: 

Aided in the chemical quantification of various hemp oils using mass spectrometry and discussed the deceptive marketing techniques of CBD companies

Lead Professor - Richard Helm, PhD

• Research on mosquito neural responses to human, fruit, and synthetic odors:

Analyzed quantitative results by creating PCR figures and algorithms using R coding techniques

Lead Professor - Clément Vinauger, PhD

Interests

Farming and local agriculture

Skiing and fishing

Cooking and Cinema

Timeline

Medical Assistant, Basic EMT

Campbell University Community Health Center
09.2021 - 07.2022

Business Intern

Yadkin Valley/Shallowford Farms Popcorn
07.2018 - 08.2019

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -

Lincoln Memorial University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Virginia Tech
ELIZABETH A. COLE