I worked at Instituto Dr. Sérgio Felipe de Oliveira, where I developed a comprehensive approach to patient care, focusing on psychological and spiritual care, integrating knowledge of neurosciences. During my experience, I actively participated in multidisciplinary projects aimed at providing holistic care, addressing the emotional, mental, and spiritual needs of patients.My responsibilities included conducting clinical consultations, utilizing evidence-based techniques, and applying psychotherapeutic interventions aimed at promoting well-being and mental health. I also contributed to the development of assistance programs that integrated spiritual and neuroscientific aspects, offering personalized and compassionate support to patients.This experience enriched my professional practice, enhancing my ability to provide comprehensive and humanized care, always respecting the uniqueness of each individual.

During my internship as a student observer in Medicine at the University of Chicago, I immersed myself in the activities of BiancoLab, focusing on unraveling the intricate mechanisms of thyroid hormones and key components, particularly deiodinase enzymes. The lab's primary goal is to pave the way for innovative treatment approaches for hypothyroidism.Key activities included:Engaging in clinical and theoretical discussions centered around thyroid activity, the signaling of thyroid hormones, and the pathophysiological implications of deiodinase polymorphism.Participating in laboratory meetings to discuss results and propose new avenues for research.Cultivating brain organoids from stem cells and ensuring their optimal growth through meticulous feeding.Executing Single Cell RNA sequencing (scRNAseq), involving fixing, barcoding, replication, and subsequent data analysis using bioinformatics tools.Implementing quantitative PCR methods and confirming results using the Cre-lox system, followed by PCR verification.Utilizing gene database programs for comprehensive data analysis.Generating standard graphics for experiments and ensuring quality verification.Employing normalization methods, specifically for protein isolation and counting.Conducting histology staining using Oil Red O and hematoxylin.Scanning histology slides for detailed analysis.Demonstrating care and precision in the evaluation of animal samples, particularly during mice thyroid dissection procedures.This diverse range of activities not only broadened my understanding of thyroid research but also equipped me with practical skills in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and histology techniques.

Health records analysis: Reviewed and annotated electronic health records to contribute to the precision algorithm of the company's artificial intelligence.Collaboration: Worked closely with healthcare teams to understand and incorporate clinical nuances into the machine learning model.Medical data interpretation: Provided expertise in interpreting medical data, actively participating in discussions to improve the algorithm's understanding of diverse medical scenarios.Continuous improvement: Played a pivotal role in the continuous improvement of the machine learning algorithm, offering insights and recommendations for refining its performance in the healthcare domain.Machine learning: Applied knowledge and skills in machine learning to enhance the algorithm's capabilities.Communication: Engaged in discussions and collaborated with healthcare teams, demonstrating effective communication skills.Problem-Solving: Contributed to refining the algorithm by offering insights and recommendations, showcasing problem-solving abilities.

In this experience I worked as a Researcher and served as the Scientific Director for two years, overseeing the scientific department and assisting students in securing mentors, developing research projects and preparing documentation for approval.Coordinated and promoted scientific production, facilitated the dissemination of faculty projects and organized the scientific presentation event, Jornada de Prêmios Manoel de Abreu and Emilio Athié.Research skills: Conducted research in epidemiology, public health and infectious diseases.Engaged in a successful scientific initiation program with a PIBIC scholarship.Management and event planning: Held the position of President of the Integrative Health League for three years. Organized theoretical-practical classes and events, focusing on integrating various aspects of human health and bridging conventional medicine with modern traditional and complementary practices.Managed the league's activities, including coordinating events and promoting a holistic approach to healthcare.Teaching and communication skills: Facilitated the organization of lectures and events as part of the Integrative Health League's objectives.Emphasized the importance of comprehensive health by integrating conventional and complementary practices while considering the unique needs of patients, families and healthcare teams.Teamwork: Collaborated with students and faculty to encourage scientific research and participation in academic events.Worked collaboratively to achieve the objectives of the Integrative Health League, emphasizing teamwork and the integration of diverse medical practices.Time Management: Successfully balanced participation in research, leadership roles and league presidency while completing a medical degree over six years.

Leading a research project focused on investigating the impact of asthma on patients with COVID-19, titled "Epidemiological Profile of Asthmatics with Acute Respiratory Syndrome During the COVID-19 Pandemic," I secured a prestigious CNPq Research Scholarship through PIBIC (Institutional Undergraduate Research Scholarship Program). This recognition reflects my dedication to advancing knowledge and nurturing emerging talents across diverse fields.

Training and instruction: Conducted training in flow cytometry. Provided training in microscopy, including slide preparation, cutting, staining and the use of fluorescence and confocal microscopes.Laboratory management: Managed laboratory activities in nanotechnology Operated equipment for fluorescence and luminescence identification, atomic weight measurement, resin 3D printing, and manufacturing chips with nanometric structures.Research coordination: Coordinated activities at the Brain Institute (INCE), focusing on neuroscience laboratories, magnetic resonance sector and research on neuron and astrocyte cultures.Observation and operation: Observed the operation of robotic surgery devices (DaVinci Si, DaVinci X, and DaVinci Xi) at the Experimentation and Training Center in Surgery (CETEC).Animal research: Engaged in animal-related research.Research management: Explored research management activities at the Academic Research Organization (ARO) and the Support Program for Institutional Development of the Brazilian Unified Health System (PROADI).Multidisciplinary laboratory activities: Participated in various other laboratory activities.

As a medical student, I participated in the 2019 Health Work Education Program (PET-Saúde Interprofessionality) initiated by the Ministry of Health. Part of my responsibilities were:Conducted a literature review on public health policies, healthcare management and concepts of multi and interprofessional collaboration.Engaged in interprofessional discussions with students from Medicine, Nursing, Speech-Language Pathology, Biomedical Systems and Radiology regarding the roles of each healthcare professional.Studied populations in vulnerability and their respective social and healthcare needs.Led intervention projects, including modifications to the physical structure of public healthcare services, development of treatment protocols and organization of online events.Collaborated with my team to create two experience reports detailing our activities, which were presented at conferences.