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Randy hoang

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • 3D Modeling
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Business And Entrepreneurship
  • Color Guard
  • Weightlifting
  • Military Sciences
  • Track and Field
  • Running
  • Hiking And Backpacking
  • Travel And Tourism
  • Cooking

Reading

  • Academic

I read books multiple times a week.

Bio

Randy Hoang is a first-generation college student, U.S. Army National Guard Captain, and future dentist with a strong commitment to service and community leadership. Born in Iowa to immigrant parents from Vietnam, he developed resilience and responsibility at an early age while navigating financial hardship and language barriers. Randy has extensive experience in emergency dental care and has volunteered at Mission of Mercy clinics in both Iowa and North Carolina. He also serves in multiple community outreach initiatives focused on healthcare access, food security, and patient support. Through his military leadership and healthcare service, he is dedicated to advancing equitable care, mentoring first-generation students, and building inclusive community-based dental programs.

Education

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences

Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

2026 – 2030

Majors:
  • Dentistry

Southern New Hampshire University

Master's degree program

2023 – 2024

Majors:
  • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

Grand View University

Bachelor's degree program

2016 – 2018

Majors:
  • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other

Des Moines Area Community College

Associate's degree program

2010 – 2025

Majors:
  • Social Sciences, General

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
Majors of interest:
Dentistry
Medical school interest:
Yes

Career

  • Cashier

    Consumer Goods · Hy-Vee

    Jan 2010 – Jan 2014

  • CPR instructor

    Health, Wellness, and Fitness · Rescue Now CPR

    Jan 2025 – Present

  • Traveling Dental Assistant

    Hospital & Health Care · DOCS Health

    Jan 2024 – Present

  • Dental Assistant

    Hospital & Health Care · Emergency Dental Care USA

    Jan 2022 – Present

  • Sales Specialist

    Technology · Apple

    Jan 2019 – Jan 2022

  • Battalion S4

    Military · Iowa Army National Guard

    Jan 2014 – Present

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Dentistry
Dream career goals:
Dentist
Work experience:
10+ years
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
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