Susana Kanevsky

Is a Brooklyn-based pre-dental student and certified personal trainer with a B.S. in Psychology from Brooklyn College. Combining her background in dentistry and wellness, she supports both patients and clients through hands-on care and community service.

Education

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An open notebook with handwritten notes is placed on a wooden table next to a smartphone. The notes appear to focus on personal development and creative values. A partially visible laptop is in the background, creating a workspace setting.
  • B.S. Psychology, Cum Laude, Brooklyn College (minor in Chemistry)

  • Completed all pre‑dental prerequisites; DAT Academic Average 18

  • Leon M. Goldstein High School for the Sciences, Brooklyn, NY

Certifications & Licenses

  • ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, Nutritionist, Glute Specialist & Elite Trainer (valid through Sept 2026)

  • BLS CPR (Adult/Child/Infant) – American Academy of CPR & First Aid

  • Certified Lifeguard (CPR/First Aid)

Professional Experience

Professional Experience

Alma Dental P.C. (2018–present)

Personal Trainer & Nutrition Coach

Assist with procedures, sterilize instruments, manage scheduling and billing

Self‑employed/ISSA (2022–present)

Create personalized workout and meal plans; monitor progress and motivate clients

Head Counselor

Shorefront YM‑YWHA (Summer 2019)

Supervised campers, organized activities, enforced safety rules

Dental Shadowing

570+

520+

Dr. Yelena Oskotskaya’s Practice – 520+ hours assisting with fillings, extractions and prosthodontics

Gamma Dental Art (Endodontics) – 570+ hours assisting with root canals and surgical procedures

Volunteer Work

Soup Kitchen Volunteer

Masbia of Flatbush (2024–present)

Sean Casey Animal Rescue (2021–present)

Royal Pet Grooming (2020–2023)

Dog Walker
Pet Grooming Assistant

Awards & Honors

Academic Honors

Cum Laude Graduate; Dean’s List (5 Semesters)

Certifications

ISSA Elite Trainer, Nutritionist, Glute Specialist & Personal Trainer

Multiple ISSA Excellence Awards in Fitness & Nutrition

Awards

Skills & Languages

  • Dental assisting (sterilization, chairside support, patient communication)

  • Fitness program design, nutrition counseling, posture correction

  • Fluent in English; advanced Russian

  • Manual dexterity: boxing, tennis, ping‑pong, crocheting, pottery

Interests & Hobbies

Pottery and ceramics, crocheting, drawing and painting, boxing, racket sports, community service and animal welfare advocacy.