Joshua Goldman
Psychobiology graduate from UCLA, currently pursuing an MBA and a Medical degree at University of Southern California. President/Founder of The Franklin Society.
| Headline: | Entrepreneur |
| Website: | http://myhousecallmd.com |
| Skills: | Business, Editing, English, Entrepreneurship, Languages, Leadership, Public speaking, Spanish, Writing |
| Location: | Los Angeles |
| Groups: | USC Health Care Business Club |
| Interested in: | Brainstorming, Finding business partners, Finding cofounders, Finding team mates, Meeting new people, Professional opportunities, Promoting my startups, Recruiting for my startup |
| Tags: | business, consulting, Healthcare, keck school of medicine, marshall school of business, medicine, primary care, usc |
| Schools: | University of California System - Los Angeles, University of Southern California |
WORK EXPERIENCE
| Employer: | The Franklin Society |
| Position: | President/Founder |
| Time period: | August 2008 - Present |
| Description: | - Founded a student organization with the purpose of providing business education to medical professional students
- Created year-long curriculum with monthly lecture series to provide students with exposure to a wide array of business issues in healthcare - Orchestrated networking opportunities for medical students, residents, fellows, PhDs, and business students with community healthcare leaders. |
| Employer: | Lyan Institute of Fertility Research, Santa Monica Fertility Specialists |
| Position: | Research Associate |
| Time period: | April 2008 - Present |
| Description: | - Under the direction of Dr. John Jain, Executive Director and Chief Physician
- Investigating novel cryopreservation methodologies and fertilization rates using frozen embryos - Designed and currently manage the study databases and research libraries for the coordination of translational research activities between the Lyan Institute and the Santa Monica Fertility Clinic. |
| Employer: | University of Southern California, MD/MBA Program Office |
| Position: | Student Researcher |
| Time period: | September 2006 - Present |
| Description: | - Under the direction of Dr. Peter Katsufrakis, Associate Dean for Student Affairs
- Investigating, comparing, and contrasting the structure and efficacy of MD/MBA programs across the country - Investigating the marketplace interest and expectations for graduating MD/MBA students in the spectrum of industries in which graduates pursue careers - Presented preliminary results at Annual MD/MBA Program Directors’ Convention in Washington, D.C. |
| Employer: | Student Orthopaedic Surgery Interest Group |
| Position: | Co-President |
| Time period: | August 2006 - Present |
| Description: | - Created student shadowing program in Los Angeles County Hospital and University Hospital
- Instituted surgical skills workshops - Planned Orthopaedic Lecture Series consisting of resident panels, industry representatives, and practicing surgeons - Gained insight into the practice of orthopedic surgery as well as skills needed for residency |
| Employer: | Alpha Epsilon Delta Premedical Honor Society |
| Position: | Mentor |
| Time period: | August 2006 - Present |
| Description: | - Mentor to USC undergraduate premedical student
- Provide medical school advice, class counseling, opporunities to attend medical school lectures, and lead tours of campus and hospitals - Panel speaker - Helped guide the activities of pre-medical students and mitigate the anxiety surrounding medical school admissions |
| Employer: | Keck School of Medicine at USC |
| Position: | Curriculum Representative |
| Time period: | August 2005 - Present |
| Description: | - Class Representative to medical school Curriculum Committee for two consecutive years
- Present student feedback on curriculum issues and work with committee to exact changes which improve upon a dynamic program - Established feedback sessions with department chairmen following each academic system - Gained insight into the workings of educational committees and the dynamic nature of curriculum - Re-elected for 2006-2007 and 2008-2009 academic year |
| Employer: | University of Southern California, Department of Biological Sciences |
| Position: | Teaching Assistant |
| Time period: | January 2008 - May 2008 |
| Description: | - Taught a pre-medical undergraduate course for Health Promotion & Disease Prevention Majors under the direction of Dr. Joel Schechter
- Designed curriculum for lectures on Medical Teams, Study Strrategies, and Tips for Succees in Medical School |
| Employer: | USC Stevens Institute for Innovation |
| Position: | Student Advisory Board |
| Time period: | September 2007 - August 2008 |
| Description: | - Student advisor, representing the Keck School of Medicine and Marshall School of Business, to the USC Stevens Institute for Innovation in its inaugural year
- Drafted organization Constitution, by-laws, organization mission, and operation procedures - Developed programs, events, and to support and nurture innovation at the University of Southern California |
| Employer: | Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedic Center, Trauma Team |
| Position: | Student Intern |
| Time period: | June 2006 - August 2006 |
| Description: | - Shadowed Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, Charles Moon, in clinic and operating room
- Observed and assisted in sugeries including: femoral lengthening, total hip replacement (anterior and posterior approach), total knee replacement, and reconstructive surgery - Mastered the musculoskeletal physical exam and stregthened radiograph reading skills |
| Employer: | Bravo High School Mentoring Program |
| Position: | Mentor |
| Time period: | June 2006 - August 2006 |
| Description: | - Mentor to Bravo Magnet High School premedical student
- Participated in monthly group activites to cultivate interest in medical school, demystify the medical school experience, and encourage the pursuit of medicine |
| Employer: | University of Southern California, Los Angeles County Hospital – Department of Orthopedic Surgery |
| Position: | Shadowing Experience |
| Time period: | October 2005 - June 2007 |
| Description: | - Shadowed Chief Resident, Kevin Pelton, in County Hospital orthopedic clinics and operating rooms
- Learned screening skills (physical exam, radiographs, etc.) for a variety of orthopedic injuries - Assisted in orthopedic surgeries including limb infections, total joint, and reconstructive procedures |
| Employer: | University of Southern California, Athletic Department |
| Position: | Shadowing Experience |
| Time period: | August 2005 - June 2006 |
| Description: | - Shadowed USC Team Orthopedic Surgeon, James Tibone, in Student Athlete Clinic
- Learned musculoskeletal screening exam, basic radiograph reading, and other diagnostic skills for sports-related orthopedic injuries - Observed a variety of orthopedic surgeries including total joint, reconstructive, and arthroscopic procedures |
| Employer: | American Cancer Society |
| Position: | Vice President |
| Time period: | October 2004 - June 2005 |
| Description: | - Organized 2nd Annual UCLA Relay for Life, raising $62,000 (organization record)
- Orchestrated multiple cancer awareness activites on campus - Set up program with local cancer centers to provide emotional support to patients |
| Employer: | Prostate Cancer Center Laboratories, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center– Los Angeles, California |
| Position: | Student Research Fellow |
| Time period: | June 2004 - April 2005 |
| Description: | - Pre-clinical pharmaceutical trials for prostate cancer chemotherapy agents in mice and cell culture models under the direction of Dr. David Agus
- Investigated the efficacy and mechanisms of action of a chemotherapy agent produced by Bayer, BAY 43-9006, in a number of prostate cancer cell lines both in vitro and in vivo - Produced results which paralleled those of Bayer’s own laboratories and confirmed the efficacy of the new treatment. |
| Employer: | Cedars-Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center – Los Angeles, California |
| Position: | Clinical Research Assistant |
| Time period: | June 2003 - October 2003 |
| Description: | - Under the direction of Dr. Ronald Natale
- Research and analysis of investigational Iressa chemotherapy in stage IIIB and IV lung cancer patients - Management of patient history, tissue samples, and lab results - Research findings presented at 2004 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting |
| Employer: | Comprehensive Cancer Centers of the Desert, Desert Regional Medical Center |
| Position: | Clinical Assistant |
| Time period: | June 2002 - September 2002 |
| Description: | - Composed weekly treatment schedule
- Recorded patient vital signs and roomed them for treatment - Managed charts in the treatment area (i.e. Locating, transporting, and filing) - Gained knowledge of cancer treatment and healthcare facility management |
| Employer: | Department of Clinical Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles – Los Angeles, California |
| Position: | Clinical Researcher |
| Time period: | April 2002 - January 2004 |
| Description: | - Drafted research proposal investigating the efficacy of Behavioral Activation Therapy in the treatment of depressive symptoms seen in patients undergoing chemotherapy
- Researched and analyzed methodologies and findings of similar studies - Applied for university grants to fund medical tests pertinent to study and submitted official proposal to UCLA Institutional Review Board |
EDUCATION
| University: | University of California System - Los Angeles |
| Time period: | 2000 - 2005 |
| Degree: | Psychobiology, BSc |
| University: | University of Southern California |
| Time period: | 2005 - Present |
| Degree: | Entrepreneurship, MBA |
| University: | University of Southern California |
| Time period: | 2005 - Present |
| Degree: | Medical Degree, Clinical Specialists Pathway |
