Intimaa AbuHelou
Research Assistant at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Mechanical Science and Technology at Saint Louis University
United States
Hi, I'm Intimaa AbuHelou!
Research Assistant at SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
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SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital
Research Assistant
August 2023 - Present
Designed survey and developed research protocol for assessing perceived discrimination among patients with head and neck cancer Coordinated survey dissemination, ensuring ethical guidelines and participant confidentiality Managed data collection and will actively participate in data analysis using qualitative and quantitative methods Responsible for representing research findings through presentations and effectively communicating outcomes Collaborating on formulating evidence-based recommendations for future interventions based on research findings
EnVisage Consulting Inc.
Public Global Health Intern
June 2023 - Present
Developed and designed culturally-sensitive surveys tailored to the Somali community, aimed at understanding vaccination attitudes and preventive health service needs Conducted outreach and engaged with Somali community leaders and members to encourage survey participation, promoting community involvement and trust Utilized quantitative and qualitative data collection methods to gather insights into vaccination perceptions, barriers, and opportunities for improvement Conducted interviews and one-on-one meetings to gather qualitative data, capturing nuanced perspectives and experiences related to vaccinations and healthcare access Conducted thematic and content analysis on the collected qualitative data, providing in-depth understanding of community health dynamics and priorities Presented survey findings and insights to key stakeholders and participated in discussions to strategize future interventions and policies Created public health communication materials, such as reports and infographics, to disseminate survey results and raise awareness about health disparities
Smile of Hope Association for Cancer Care
General Dentist, Health Educator
January 2021 - July 2022
Performed clinical assessment, diagnosis for oncology patients, and deliver the most suitable treatments according to their medical conditions Routinely oversaw fun-educational days to provide patients and their families with information about the best oral hygiene practices and special precautions that may benefit them in dealing with dual and/or multiple diagnoses
Palestinian Ministry of Health (MOH)
Intern Dentist
November 2019 - December 2020
Performed a 12-month requirement in all general dentistry sub-fields, with an emphasis on public health education and promotion in Gaza's Primary Health Care Centers (PHC) Attended all required dental in-service training organized by the Dental Department in the Ministry of Health, to ensure that interns have the skills, and aptitude to remain competent healthcare professionals Developed and presented curricula for primary schools' pupils to educate them in engaging ways about the importance of oral hygiene Developed and maintained excellent dentist-community relationships
Hope and Aid Organization for Breast Cancer Fighters
Health Educator, Research Assistant
August 2019 - March 2020
Designed and facilitated workshops to educate women about breast cancer and the importance of regular check-ups and preventive measures, as well as education on community healthcare services Aided researchers in primary data collection surrounding the prevalence of breast cancer in the Gaza Strip
Palestinian Association of Dental Students (PADS)
Prophylaxis Committee Coordinator
September 2016 - September 2018
Founded the 'Student-Staff Partnership' program to empower new students and teaching staff to connect and collaborate as equal partners and mutual learners Planned and coordinated oral health education and promotion programs for students from elementary school to university levels and in orphanages and elder communities Planned and ran annual health campaigns for Oral Health Day, World Health Day, World Cancer Day, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month Researched public health education projects funding opportunities and coordinated channels with donors as well as with partner organization
Education
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Medicine and Surgery
Al-Azhar University
Graduated in 2019
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Arabic
English
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