Michael Waas Email & Phone Number

After scoring a 522 on the MCAT, I decided to tutor and support other premedical students using my knowledge and strategy of the test.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

MedLeague is an online platform where premedical students can learn from medical students, residents, fellows, and physicians.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

- Assist and scrub into procedures such as carpal tunnel release, open trigger finger release, and De Quervain's tendon release- Perform casting and splinting for patients, such as ulnar gutter casts, thumb spica casts, short leg casts, and posterior stirrup splints- Perform suture & staple removal procedures, dress wounds using steri strips, gauze, bacitracin, coban, and xeroform- Assist patients in donning hand and foot braces, CAM boots, and other orthotics- Room patients, take vitals, and gather medical history and medication information

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

- Leading the development of a research paper titled, Transcriptional Regulation of Wound Repair: An Overview, slated for publication in Winter 2024-Acquiring expertise in essential cellular biology techniques such as pipetting, gel electrophresis, fret-protein assays, western blots and advanced cellular imaging and microscopy techniques- Conducting in-depth statistical analysis to evaluate cell migration rates in fibroblast-keratinocyte co-cultures subjected to wound healing scratch assays following transcription factor knockdown and/or enrichment- Employing live cell microscopy and fluorescent nuclear reporters to monitor and analyze cell proliferation and migration, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of the wound-healing process

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

- Utilized Athena to manage patient calls, document refill requests and appointment changes, coordinating patient information between providers, and addressing inquiries regarding clinic services- Ensured smooth check-ins by updating patient pharmacy information and handling outstandingbalances or copays- Performed thorough patient intake, including weight, blood pressure checks, and tailoredassessments for various visit types (telehealth, Medicare wellness visits, weight loss appointments)- Facilitated seamless office flow, ensuring an efficient provider-patient experience by orchestratingthe overall coordination and operational efficiency

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

- Contributed to Pioneering Gene-based Theories: Worked within an innovative research environment at iReprogram, gaining unique insights into the development of novel gene-based therapies for Graft-versus-Host disease and specific cancers- Actively participated in the development and application of groundbreaking cellular reprogramming technologies, which were patented by the company, offering a firsthand perspective on emerging advancements in medical research- Led weekly meetings with CEO Dr. Christian Macedonia, providing project updates, addressing concerns, and producing investor-attracting sales reports- Managed all company social media platforms and oversaw procurement, board meetings and member interviews- Acted as a company spokesperson, ensuring a professional image in external communications