Christopher D. Ingram, OMS
EDUCATION
Western University of Health Sciences – COMP-NW | Lebanon, Oregon 2018-Present
Osteopathic Medicine
University of Utah | Salt Lake City, Utah 2011-2014
B.S. Psychology | Pediatric Clinical Research Minor
Utah Valley University | Orem, Utah 2009-2011
Behavioral Science
Brigham Young University | Provo, Utah 2008-2009
General Education
Brigham Young University – Idaho | Rexburg, Idaho 2004-2005
General Education
WORK EXPERIENCE
Victim Witness Coordinator 2016- 2018
Spanish Speaking Child Victim Assistant Coordinator
Utah County Children’s Justice Center | Provo, Utah
- Selected, coordinated, and trained 25 volunteers in the child victim mentor and on-site victim support programs
- Followed-up with and assisted families after child interviews
- Provided intake interviews and coordinated the organization of clients at The Family Justice Center
- Interpreted Spanish and translated documents
Health Information Management 2014-2015
Intermountain Health Care | Provo, Utah 2008-2011
- Managed and processed medical records; about 100-200 daily
- Updated, Scanned, and indexed EMR’s
- Operated front desk, provided customer service and release of information
- Managed storage, transfer and indexing of all records created in the years 1994 to 2010
- Interpreted Spanish
Certified Nursing Assistant 2012-2014
Avalon Valley Rehabilitation | Salt Lake City, Utah
- Aided 12 to 14 residents a day with activities of daily living including dressing, eating, showering, transferring, and exercise
- Assisted 20 residents a day with therapy based care
- Managed the dining area during meal times
- Kept careful records of vital signs and measurements of daily activity
- Supported nursing staff with precautions related to rehabilitation and wound care
VOLUNTEER and COMMUNITY SERVICE
Lead Student Ambassador 2019
Western University of Health Sciences – COMP-NW | Lebanon, Oregon
- Coordinate the training and scheduling of student ambassadors
- Work with the admissions department to ensure a quality interview experience
Hospice Care Volunteer 2017-2018
First Choice Home Health and Hospice | Orem, Utah
- Provided bi weekly visits to patient currently receiving hospice care
- Assisted with a wide range of activities including shopping and cleaning
- Provided emotional support and companionship
Enrollment Volunteer 2013-2014
Utah Health Policy Project | Salt Lake City, Utah
- Assisted community members with the application process for Medicaid
- Was placed in schools and district office to provide support for children and their families
- Attended after school programs to inform Spanish speaking communities
Team Lead 2011
Help International | Arusha, Tanzania
- Collaborated with local NGO’s to design and implement sustainable projects design to support their programs
- Supported various team leads in completing projects
- Led teams of volunteers in designing an HIV education program, a mushroom farming project and an eye exam camp
LDS Missionary 2005-2007
LDS Church | Mendoza, Argentina
- Served for two years proselytizing and providing spiritual support to communities in the provinces of San Juan and Mendoza Argentina
- Provided physical service in various areas such as construction, gardening and teaching English lessons
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Western University of Health Sciences – COMP-NW | Lebanon, Oregon 2018-present
Heat shock testing research
- Examining the influence of the expression of heat shock proteins on the susceptibility to infection of Biomphalaria Sudanica by Schistasoma mansoni
Snail Attractant research
- Testing the effects of various attractants on Biomphalaria glabrata behavior
UCL tear research
- Examining the reliability of X-rays in the diagnosing of UCL tears of the thumb
- Has been accepted by the IRB and is in the beginning stages
Academic Associate Program 2013-2014
Primary Children’s Hospital | Salt Lake City, Utah
- Identified and enrolled participants through informed consent into various research projects
- Assisted researches by taking samples, providing interviews and giving surveys
- Participated in the Physician extender program. This entailed assisting E.R. physicians with providing communication and comfort to patients as they treated patients from room to room.
AWARDS and HONORS
Award of Excellence Scholarship 2004
Brigham Young University- Idaho | Rexburg, Idaho
Dean’s List Semesters throughout 2011-2014
Utah Valley University | Orem, Utah
University of Utah | Salt Lake City, Utah
HOBBIES and INTERESTS
Rock climbing, Backpacking, Fishing, Vegetable gardening, Cooking, Traveling,
Reading, Basketball, Guitar and music, Exercise
