Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Research and Data Analytics

Saydi Akgul, MPH

** ****** *****, *********, **, 11030 516-***-**** LinkedIn *******@**********.*** EDUCATION

Binghamton University, State University of New York, Decker College of Health Sciences May 2020 Master of Public Health, Public Health Leadership Award Binghamton University, State University of New York, Harpur College May 2018 Bachelor of Science, Integrative Neuroscience

PUBLICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

● Implementation of the Management of Anticoagulation in the Periprocedural Period app into an EHR: A prospective cohort study Spyropoulos AC, Giannis D, Cohen J, John S, Myrka A, Inlall D, Qiu M, Akgul S, Hyman RJ, Wang JJ.

● American Public Health Association: Community Health Planning and Policy, Health Administration sections

Presenter and Abstract Reviewer for 2020 Annual Meeting, Proxy on Governing Council

● Working knowledge of R, SPSS, SAS, STATA, Data Analytics in Excel, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Canva

● FEMA trainings: Introduction to Incident Command System, Public Works Role in Emergency Management

● CITI certified in Public Health Research, Working with the IACUC, and Social and Behavioral Researchers

● New York State Mandated Child Abuse Reporter, SUNY at Binghamton Mental Health Advocate FIELD PLACEMENT & CAPSTONE PROJECT

Care Compass Network August 2019-May 2020

Binghamton, NY Population Health Intern

● Telemonitoring Intervention in the Reduction of Avoidable Hospitalizations in Rural COPD Patients Akgul S.

Partnered in development of a telemonitoring mobile application and evaluated impact made in reduction of avoidable hospital admissions in Medicare/Medicaid COPD patients in Upstate New York

Presented Capstone project at 3 Minute Thesis competition, Kresge Center for Nursing Research, and presenting at the American Public Health Association 2020 Annual Meeting (October, 2020)

● Identified, communicated and presented best practices in transformative care from the volume to value-based pay transition through the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) program of New York State

● Conducted in-depth interviews (IDIs) of project managers following the conclusion of the DSRIP program

● Structured project evaluation to determine performance bonuses under the Metric Improvement Pilot Program

● Prepared individual stakeholder and comprehensive network reports under the Cohort Management Program RESEARCH

The Feinstein Institute at Northwell Health Summer 2019 Manhasset, NY Visiting Scholar

● Assisted the analysis of electronic health records (EHRs) utilizing SAS software to generate data figures for three distinct studies and identify correlations between the application of game theory and medication adherence

● Drafted and discovered suitable grant applications for PhD mentor’s utilization of econometric methodology in addressing negative patient health outcomes and chronic disease control on a strict deadline

● Performed literature reviews of blood thinner medication outcomes and guided journal selection for potential submissions of research publications aligning with data collection and result derivation periods

● Adhered to HIPAA code and abided minimum necessary rule in protecting covered entities throughout EHR viewing and communicating aggregate network disease outcomes, morbidity and mortality Brain and Machine Laboratory August 2016 – May 2018 Binghamton University Research Assistant

● Operated electroencephalography (EEG) equipment and collected salivary samples of adults and children in sterile practice to complete all required study components within subject’s allocated time slots

● Observed and recorded live-stream brainwave data and behavioral assessments with precision, distinguished response conclusions, documented real-time comments and securely stored subject’s EEG collection

● Respected IRB protocol in gaining subject consent, assured comfort and explained processes in layman's terms to assure subject understanding and comfort through the EEG cap alignment process

● Trained and supervised new research assistants throughout setup process and protocol of all study procedures

● Troubleshooted EEG equipment and software-related technical difficulties to prevent data loss Saydi Akgul, MPH

23 Summit Drive, Manhasset, NY, 11030 516-***-**** LinkedIn *******@**********.*** COMMUNITY HEALTH OUTREACH

Binghamton University Health Promotion and Prevention Services August 2016– December 2016 Binghamton University Intern

● Educated students through over 60 outreach hours and 15 workshops curated with background research of public health compromises to the Binghamton University campus population inclusive of students and faculty

● Marketed the Tobacco-Free Campus Initiative by coordinating resources and counseling with on-campus clinic

● Publicized and supplied students with material resources and local referrals through fact-based approach, outreaching to students at frequently accessed dining, dormitory, classroom and study facilities

● Lead discussion about rising student health compromises (cold and flu prevention, substance abuse, reproductive and mental health) and formulated SMART-objectives for student and faculty-in-mind solutions Dean of Students Office January 2015-May 2015

Binghamton University Intern

● Initiated team efforts with peer interns and office faculty to target prime student concerns through outreach missions and responding to campus needs with events tailored to specific, timely initiatives

● Budgeted limited funding in unison with existing university resources to meet student’s personal, financial, and career development needs by founding or highlighting existing campus-accessible solutions

● Managed social media accounts to efficiently communicate with students and market campus resources Lourdes Hospital October 2014 – May 2015

Binghamton, NY Shadow

● Observed physicians, nurses, and technicians while practicing bedside manner during over 100 hours of shadowing staff across the emergency room, pediatric, oncology and maternity wards

● Updated patient records under clinician supervision and prepared hospital rooms and facilities for patient arrival

● Conducted safe patient entry, internal transfer and exit of facilities and supplied family and guest accommodations EMPLOYMENT & INVOLVEMENT

Student Health Advisory Committee August 2019-May 2020 Binghamton University Committee Member

● Attended meetings with all campus health services and representatives of student health organizations to present and voice the climate and concerns regarding university health service provisions and approach

● Assessed policies including the campus health services fee proposal and the SUNY health services policy

● Presented the public health perspective and ethics in debate and choice of campus resource allocation Binghamton University Community Schools September 2018-May 2019 Binghamton University Downtown Center Data Analyst

● Monitored 15 community partners and school districts by building monthly and quarterly progress reports to gauge achievement metrics of student and family outcomes through implementation of community school models

● Organized and verified daily receipt of print and electronic assessments and academic records in preparation for data entry, evaluation through Excel and safe storage files in physically or virtually locked locations

● Scheduled staff and partner meetings, merged agenda proposals for concise status updates University Admissions and Research Centers January 2018-August 2018 Binghamton University Tour Guide and Assistant

● Connected students to research professors, laboratories and opportunities at the university and within the surrounding community that matched their qualifications, schedules, majors, and career goals

● Designed print and virtual guides, including the CROP (Campus Research Opportunity Postings) database

● Directed tours for prospective families and responded to questions and concerns about the application process, resources, accessibility and safety of the campus and surrounding community

● Oversaw front desks of both admissions and research centers and served as a liaison for the departments She’s The First August 2017-May 2018

Binghamton University Club Member

● Engaged members in discussion of cultural competencies in conservative populations abroad, as well as approaches for communities struggling with health literacy and access to women’s medical services

● Fundraised for women in educational need abroad considering accommodations for safe transportation, school tuition and technology, textbooks and school supplies

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