Sean McCann

Treated a wide range of illnesses using herbal medicine, acupuncture, bodywork, medical qigong, dietary therapy, and exercise therapy. Managed all aspects of the business, including accounting, inventory, herbal pharmacy maintenance, patient scheduling, website upkeep, and marketing.

Utilized herbal medicine, acupuncture, bodywork, medical qigong, dietary therapy, and exercise therapy to treat a variety of illnesses. Filled herbal formulas and scheduled patients for all practitioners in the clinic, assisting treatments of chief practitioners.

Participated in a 600-hour advanced clinical training program, assisting and observing treatments that included herbal medicine, acupuncture, bodywork, medical qigong, and exercise therapy. Discussed complex cases, filled herbal prescriptions, and assisted with general upkeep of the clinic.

Completed in-depth training in seminars focusing on internal medicine, physical injuries, and the classical clinical applications of herbal medicine. Studied the clinical and philosophical relevance of classic texts, honing skills in acupuncture, bodywork, and the formulation of herbal prescriptions.

Coordinated care for people with life-limiting illness, providing direct patient care including palliative bodywork, informal counseling, and advanced care planning. Assessed herbal supplements and facilitated videoconferences with palliative care providers, contributing to organizational development.

Provided in-home and facility care for seniors and adults with terminal and debilitating diseases and disabilities. Assisted clients with transferring, mobility, transportation, cooking, cleaning, toileting, showering, and navigating the complex healthcare system.

Prepared treatment rooms, stocked supplies, observed patient intakes and treatments, and discussed cases. Consulted regarding herbal formulae for patients, assisted physically limited patients, and taught taiji and qigong.

Conducted patient intakes, took blood pressure and vital signs, and prepared treatment rooms. Discussed diet and nutrition with patients, observed treatments, and recorded notes in patient files.

Designed and initiated programs to raise funds for building healthy and sustainable communities in rural Kenya. Registered UONGOZI as a public benefit charitable corporation and filed for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, recruiting and managing a board of directors and volunteers.

Managed donor database and coordinated volunteers, conducting rescue calls and instructing people on bird rescue techniques. Provided administrative support for hospital and grounds staff, tracked injured bird admissions, and managed daily revenue and deposits.

Managed all aspects of the field outreach program, including recruitment, hiring, training, financial management, and staff development. Conducted political briefings, canvassed for funds and membership, and formulated monthly and quarterly work plans.

Recruited, interviewed, trained, and motivated canvassing staff, managing office and setting campaign goals. Canvassed neighborhoods to raise funds, distribute campaign materials, and sign up members for partner organizations, maintaining organized financial and organizational records.

Wrote in-depth articles on subjects pertaining to Buddhism and mindfulness, using SEO formatting to increase website traffic. Worked with administrative staff and editors to fine tune content.

Wrote articles, essays, and poems relating to Chinese medicine, internal martial arts, and healthcare. Shared recipes for the purpose of providing healthy alternatives to popular dishes.

Proofread and edited short stories and novellas, providing detailed feedback to authors on grammar, story structure and flow, effectiveness of communication, and marketability.

Wrote an article for the Humboldt County Food Guide on the local culinary and medicinal mushroom scene. Interviewed members of the indigenous community and local producers, working with the editorial team to format and produce the Food Guide.

Authored and self-published the book, "Qigong Lessons from the Redwood Forest."

Provided academic tutoring and acted as a mentor for classes of 20-30 children at a time in the afterschool program.

Tutored during the regular school day and in the afterschool program, coordinating games and activities and managing groups of students daily. Acted as a mentor to 4 students, mediated conflicts, and worked as a team member with teachers, administrators, and staff.

Provided private and group tennis instruction for ages 5 and up, and coordinated activities for youth day camp. Prepared and executed two tournaments with the head pro, and strung racquets for club members.

Performed receptionist duties for a medical office.

Provided food and beverage service to customers.

Delivered pizza orders to customers.

Performed busser and bartender duties in a restaurant setting.

Delivered pizza orders to customers.

Provided food and beverage service to customers in a tavern and grill setting.

Performed bartending and serving duties in a sports bar and grill.

Performed data entry tasks for an insurance company.

Grade: 3.97 G.P.A.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Professional Health Sciences, maintaining an excellent GPA. This foundational degree supported further studies in natural medicine.

Grade: 3.97 G.P.A.

Completed a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine with a strong academic record. Focused on comprehensive studies in traditional Chinese medicine practices.

Grade: 3.83 G.P.A. (Magna Cum Laude)

Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies. This program provided a broad understanding of diverse belief systems and cultural contexts.

Activities and societies: Student Government, Tennis Team, Honors College

Undertook studies in Biology/Pre-Med, focusing on foundational sciences relevant to medical fields. Gained early exposure to scientific principles and healthcare concepts.

Grade: Graduated with honors

Graduated from Edward C. Reed High School with honors. Completed secondary education requirements and prepared for higher education.