Bianka Bezuidenhout
MD 2025, University of Toronto
BScH in Translational and Molecular Medicine
University of Ottawa, Canada
About
With a passion for discovery, problem solving, and all things creative design, I have both the skill set and professional background necessary to dive deep into the science and medicine world. As an upbeat, self-motivated team player with excellent communication, I envision an exciting future in the industry. Browse my site to see all that I have to offer.
Education
2021 - 2025
University of Toronto – Toronto, ON; MD Degree
Class of 2025
2017 - 2021
University of Ottawa – Ottawa, ON; Class of 2021
Honours Bachelor of Science; Translational and Molecular Medicine
GPA: 3.95/4.0
2014 - 2017
Iroquois Ridge High School – Oakville, ON; Class of 2017
OSSD
Awards
Canada Graduate Scholarship / NSERC, University of Ottawa, ON
2021
Association of Professors Student Award Program, University of Ottawa, ON
2021
Chelsea Club Scholarship, University of Ottawa, ON
2020
2021
Gilles G. Patry Student Engagement Scholarship, University of Ottawa, ON
2019
2021
Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program Scholarship, University of Ottawa, ON
2019
First place, Connecting Young Minds Research Conference (Bilingual), Ottawa, ON
2020
Award of Academic Excellence, Faculty of Science, University of Ottawa, ON
2019
Dean Honour’s List, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Medicine University of Ottawa, ON
2017
Merit Scholarship, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, ON
2017
Admission Scholarship, Faculty of Science, University of Ottawa, ON
2017
2020
2018
2018
2019
2019
2020
2021
2020
Skills
Data Analysis
Critical Thinking
Science Communication
Leadership
Creative Concept
Social Media Management
Program Development
Image & Design Tools
English
Afrikaans
Work Experience
2023
University of Toronto – Toronto
Program Coordinator
Coordinated and managed the STEAM Design program for 50 high school students.
2020
University of Ottawa – Ottawa
Lab Technician
Dr. Simon Chen Laboratory
Analyzed data from rabies-virus-tracing experiments in mouse brains. Assisted in the review of a post-doc’s manuscript.
2018 - 2019
Oakville
Junior Accountant
Perfectum Bookkeeping
Independent general bookkeeper for medium enterprises. Input & tracking of monthly income & expenses for 3 medium businesses.
2022
University of Toronto – Toronto
Program Coordinator
Coordinated and managed the TRI Design program for 50 high school students.
2018 - 2020
Ottawa
University Tutor
uOttawa Faculty of Science Mentor Centre
Tutoring university students in a creative manner that need extra support in science & physiology courses.
2018
Mississauga
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
Cashier & Customer service; Assisted customers in a fast, efficient & friendly manner. Responsible for handling large sums of money.