Dr. Amma Martin
Faculty Rank:
Assistant Professor
Academic Degree:
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
University:
University of Medical Sciences, Pinar Del Rio, Cuba
Degree Obtained:
2008
Years of Teaching Experience:
1 Year (Academic Lecturer) with ongoing Clinical Peer Teaching
Years of Research Experience:
+4
List any awards or notable achievements:
- Selected for the Japan International Cooperation Program: Countermeasure of Non-Communicable Disease (NCDs) in Remote Island Regions at Kagoshima University, Japan (2018).
- Team leader of 5 medical officers at the Emergency Department (Modern Medical Diagnostic Complex)
- Organized the 1st annual Breast Cancer walk in Union Island.
- Certified Instructor for Pediatrics Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Why I love teaching:
I am dedicated to improving the health and wellness of others and seeking to provide excellent outcomes within our healthcare system. My passion for teaching stems from my experience providing peer teaching and continued medical education for junior physicians, as well as my time as an Anatomy Lecturer. I believe in being an honest, forthcoming professional who empowers others through education awareness and collaborative teamwork.
Outside of classroom:
Community outreach activities (e.g., Breast Cancer walks, HIV/AIDS programs), Health promotion.