Ana Polanco Montero

Medical Student, MS.

Guayaquil

Summary

Motivated medical student currently training in Ecuador’s integrated 7-year program with a strong focus on critical care medicine. Experienced in clinical research and bilingual communication (English-Spanish). Passionate about advanced care and committed to continuous learning and academic excellence. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute meaningfully to global medical knowledge through research and community outreach.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Research Assistant

Briones PulmoCare

09.2024 - Current

Participated in the collection and organization of original data for research projects focused on innovations in medical simulation, contributing to the development and evaluation of educational strategies aimed at improving clinical training.
Actively participated in regular research meetings to report on project progress, address challenges encountered, and contribute to the analysis of ongoing findings.

Volunteer

Med Global

08.2023 - 08.2023

Utilized strong interpersonal communication skills to effectively convey information by translating between English and Spanish.

Education

Ongoing Degree - Medicine

Universidad Espíritu Santo

Samborondon

05.2001 -

Skills

Bilingual Communication: Fluent in English and Spanish, with demonstrated ability to accurately translate and convey complex medical information between both languages in clinical and academic settings
Cross-cultural Competence: Experienced in engaging with diverse patient populations, including underserved rural communities, ensuring culturally sensitive and effective communication

Interpersonal and Collaborative Skills: Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, acting as a liaison between international physicians and local communities to optimize patient care
Dedication to scientific inquiry: Engaged in meaningful research with a strong attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to advancing medical knowledge through evidence-based investigation and ethical practices

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