Nicole Andrea Karolys Cazar
Houston
Summary
As a compassionate and determined International Medical Graduate (IMG), I am preparing for ECFMG certification. My objective is to further develop my clinical skills and medical knowledge in a dynamic healthcare environment. I plan to pursue an internal medicine residency followed by a cardiology fellowship. I am currently pursuing advanced training and research opportunities in cardiovascular health, prevention, and treatment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Observer
MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2025 - Current
- Rotated through lymphoma, gastric oncology, and internal medicine hospitalist services, observing both inpatient and outpatient care for diverse oncological patients.
- Engaged in daily patient-centered case discussions, presentations, and departmental meetings.
- Participated in grand rounds and inpatient rounds, demonstrating clinical reasoning and case presentation skills.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, fellows, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and medical students to support coordinated patient care.
- Provided empathetic communication and support to end-stage oncological patients and their families.
Intern
Hospital Carlos Andrade
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Rotations: Internal medicine (9 weeks), Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Cardiology, Community rotation, OBGYN, Surgery, General Surgery, Traumatology, Neurosurgery, Primary care and Rural Medicine, Emergency, Pediatrics, pediatric cardiology.
- Performed history and physical examinations, documented progress notes, formulated differential diagnoses, and participated in patient case discussions and discharge and summary notes.
- Intraoperative assistance, post-operative care, and protocols.
- Focused on inpatient and outpatient management
Education
Doctor of Medicine -
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador
05.2024
Bachelor's degree - undefined
West Monona High School
12.2017
Certification
- Duolingo English Test 130/160, July 2025.
- Certificate in Youth Leadership, Fundación de Diabetes Juvenil del Ecuador, 2019, Program offered by FDJE, a non-profit focused on supporting youth with diabetes in Ecuador.
- Accelerated Learning Program (200 hours) (ILVEM International, 2020). Developed compelling speed reading and information retention techniques to improve learning efficiency.
Languages
English, Spanish, German
Board Exams
- USMLE Step 1 PASSED, May 2025.
- Ecuadorian Medical Licensing Exam (CACES), August 2024.
Timeline
Observer
MD Anderson Cancer Center
08.2025 - Current
Intern
Hospital Carlos Andrade
05.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor's degree - undefined
West Monona High School
Doctor of Medicine -
Universidad Internacional del Ecuador