Victor Castaneda

Curriculum vitae PERSONAL INFORMATION Victor M Castaneda Vicente Ferrara 133-2, 64060 Monterrey (Mexico) - - -Skype vicasta01 Sex Male | Date of birth 15/05/1990 | Nationality Mexican STUDIES APPLIED FOR Postgraduate WORK EXPERIENCE 01/08/2013–31/07/2014 Medical doctor Hospital Universitario "Dr. José Eleuterio González" Av. Madero y Gonzalitos S/N, 64000 Monterrey (Mexico) www.medicina.uanl.mx/hu/ ▪ part of the Medical Team for different Specialties including Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, General Surgery, Public Health, Obstetrics and Gynecology and Emergency Department. ▪ instructor of a group of undergraduate Medical students. Business or sector Human health and social work activities 15/10/2014–31/03/2015 Medical doctor Servicios Médicos Municipales de Monterrey, Monterrey (México) ▪ medical consultation ▪ assessment of good health ▪ medical advice and counseling ▪ part of the ER team EDUCATION AND TRAINING 01/08/2007–31/07/2013 Medical Doctor Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon (UANL), Monterrey (Mexico) PERSONAL SKILLS Mother tongue(s) Spanish Other language(s) UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING Listening Reading Spoken interaction Spoken production English C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 French B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 German B1 Diplôme d'études en langue française (DELF) B2 B1 B1 B1 B1 Goethe-Zertifikat B1 17/6/15 © European Union,- | http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu Page 1 / 6 Curriculum vitae Chinese A1 Victor M Castaneda A1 A1 A1 A1 HSK1 Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user - B1 and B2: Independent user - C1 and C2: Proficient user Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Communication skills ▪ Good communication skills gained through my experience in front of a group of students and teachers. ▪ Good patient-doctor relationship skills gained through the last 4 years in school and at work. Organisational / managerial skills ▪ Leadership, gained as instructor of undergraduate students and through extracurricular activities. ▪ Good organizational skills, gained as District Diabetes Awareness and Action volunteer coordinator for the regional division of Lions Clubs International. ▪ Good management skills gained as President of the faculty's exchange department, having attended more than 60 foreign students. Job-related skills Computer skills ▪ Mentoring skills, having commanded several groups of undergraduate medical students. ▪ Good command of office suite (word processor, spread sheet, presentation software). ▪ Good command of photo editing software gained as an amateur photographer. ▪ Good command of computer hardware. ▪ Good command of internet based search and data collection. ▪ Good command of design software acquired through years of designing paperwork for my father's office and for the Lions Clubs International. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Memberships Interests Member of the Lions Clubs International (since 2008) ▪ Interest in foreign languages and cultures. ▪ Interest in science. ▪ Interest in new technologies. ▪ Interest in medical development. ▪ Interest in photography. 17/6/15 © European Union,- | http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu Page 2 / 6 Language passport Victor M Castaneda Spanish English, French, German, Chinese English Self-assessment of language skills UNDERSTANDING Listening SPEAKING Reading Spoken interaction WRITING Spoken production Writing C1 C1 C1 C1 C1 Proficient user Proficient user Proficient user Proficient user Proficient user Certificates and diplomas Title Awarding body – – Date Level* – – Linguistic and intercultural experience Description Duration Mediating between languages: 1 Aug 2010–31 Jul 2011 ▪ President of the faculty's exchange department, having attended more than 60 foreign students. French Self-assessment of language skills UNDERSTANDING Listening Reading SPEAKING Spoken interaction WRITING Spoken production Writing B2 B2 B2 B2 B2 Independent user Independent user Independent user Independent user Independent user * Indicate level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) if specified on certificate or diploma. The Europass Language Passport is part of the European Language Portfolio developed by the Council of Europe (www.coe.int/portfolio). © European Union and Council of Europe,- | http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu 17/6/15 Page 3 / 6 Language passport Victor M Castaneda Certificates and diplomas Title Awarding body Diplôme d'études en langue française (DELF) B2 – Date Level* – – Linguistic and intercultural experience Description Duration – – German Self-assessment of language skills UNDERSTANDING Listening SPEAKING Reading Spoken interaction WRITING Spoken production Writing B1 B1 B1 B1 B1 Independent user Independent user Independent user Independent user Independent user Certificates and diplomas Title Awarding body Goethe-Zertifikat B1 – Date Level* – – Linguistic and intercultural experience Description Duration – – Chinese Self-assessment of language skills UNDERSTANDING Listening Reading SPEAKING Spoken interaction Spoken production WRITING Writing * Indicate level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) if specified on certificate or diploma. The Europass Language Passport is part of the European Language Portfolio developed by the Council of Europe (www.coe.int/portfolio). © European Union and Council of Europe,- | http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu 17/6/15 Page 4 / 6 Language passport Victor M Castaneda A1 A1 A1 A1 A1 Basic User Basic User Basic User Basic User Basic User Certificates and diplomas Title Awarding body HSK1 – Date Level* – – Linguistic and intercultural experience Description – Duration – * Indicate level of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) if specified on certificate or diploma. The Europass Language Passport is part of the European Language Portfolio developed by the Council of Europe (www.coe.int/portfolio). © European Union and Council of Europe,- | http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu 17/6/15 Page 5 / 6 Understanding Common European Framework of Reference for Languages - Self-assessment grid A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2 Basic User Basic User Independent user Independent user Proficient user Proficient user I can understand familiar words and very basic phrases concerning myself, my family and immediate concrete surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly. I can understand phrases and the highest frequency vocabulary related to areas of most immediate personal relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local area, employment). I can catch the main point in short, clear, simple messages and announcements. I can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. I can understand the main point of many radio or TV programmes on current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest when the delivery is relatively slow and clear. I can understand extended speech and lectures and follow even complex lines of argument provided the topic is reasonably familiar. I can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes. I can understand the majority of films in standard dialect. I can understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured and when relationships are only implied and not signalled explicitly. I can understand television programmes and films without too much effort. I have no difficulty in understanding any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided I have some time to get familiar with the accent. I can understand familiar names, words and very simple sentences, for example on notices and posters or in catalogues. I can read very short, simple texts. I can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and I can understand short simple personal letters. I can understand texts that consist mainly of high frequency everyday or jobrelated language. I can understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters. I can read articles and reports concerned with contemporary problems in which the writers adopt particular attitudes or viewpoints. I can understand contemporary literary prose. I can understand long and complex factual and literary texts, appreciating distinctions of style. I can understand specialised articles and longer technical instructions, even when they do not relate to my field. I can read with ease virtually all forms of the written language, including abstract, structurally or linguistically complex texts such as manuals, specialised articles and literary works. I can interact in a simple way provided the other person is prepared to repeat or rephrase things at a slower rate of speech and help me formulate what I'm trying to say. I can ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics. I can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar topics and activities. I can handle very short social exchanges, even though I can't usually understand enough to keep the conversation going myself. I can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. I can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, of personal interest or pertinent to everyday life (e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events). I can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible. I can take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining my views. I can express myself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. I can use language flexibly and effectively for social and professional purposes. I can formulate ideas and opinions with precision and relate my contribution skilfully to those of other speakers. I can take part effortlessly in any conversation or discussion and have a good familiarity with idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms. I can express myself fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely. If I do have a problem I can backtrack and restructure around the difficulty so smoothly that other people are hardly aware of it. I can use simple phrases and sentences to describe where I live and people I know. I can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms my family and other people, living conditions, my educational background and my present or most recent job. I can connect phrases in a simple way in order to describe experiences and events, my dreams, hopes and ambitions. I can briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. I can narrate a story or relate the plot of a book or film and describe my reactions. I can present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to my field of interest. I can explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. I can present clear, detailed descriptions of complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion. I can present a clear, smoothly-flowing description or argument in a style appropriate to the context and with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points. I can write a short, simple postcard, for example sending holiday greetings. I can fill in forms with personal details, for example entering my name, nationality and address on a hotel registration form. I can write short, simple notes and messages. I can write a very simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something. I can write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. I can write personal letters describing experiences and impressions. I can write clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to my interests. I can write an essay or report, passing on information or giving reasons in support of or against a particular point of view. I can write letters highlighting the personal significance of events and experiences. I can express myself in clear, wellstructured text, expressing points of view at some length. I can write about complex subjects in a letter, an essay or a report, underlining what I consider to be the salient issues. I can select a style appropriate to the reader in mind. I can write clear, smoothly-flowing text in an appropriate style. I can write complex letters, reports or articles which present a case with an effective logical structure which helps the recipient to notice and remember significant points. I can write summaries and reviews of professional or literary works. Listening Speaking Reading Spoken interaction] Writing Spoken production Writing Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEF): © Council of Europe © European Union and Council of Europe,- | http://europass.cedefop.europa.eu Page 6 / 6