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This position is designed to help foster student research innovation and engagement at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.Key Responsibilities:Attend quarterly meetings to discuss and shape student research initiativesProvide feedback on existing and new student research opportunitiesContribute to developing communication strategies for promoting student researchActively participate in discussions to improve the research environmentSupport efforts to engage students and the medical school community in research activities

Conducting innovative clinical research on spine pathologies and surgical procedures under the guidance of Dr. Alan H. Daniels and Dr. Bassel Diebo. Spearheaded a comprehensive database revamp, significantly enhancing data quality and research outcomes. Improved the Surgimap Radiographic component, expanding radiographic parameter capabilities and overall lab functionality.Developed educational resources to facilitate student learning in clinical research methodologies. Currently coordinating with the International Spine Study Group and managing collaborations with over 40 student members to promote research access and participation.Key achievements:• Led database overhaul, improving efficiency and accuracy• Enhanced Surgimap Radiographic capabilities• Created tutorials for clinical research methodologies

Leading student engagement and volunteer initiatives at Clinica Esperanza, a community health clinic dedicated to providing quality healthcare to diverse patient populations. Collaborating closely with faculty advisors to expand volunteer opportunities for students at The Warren Alpert Medical School.Key responsibilities:• Organize and oversee clinical student involvement• Recruit attending physicians for specialty clinics• Develop new specialty clinic opportunities for medical students• Ensure culturally competent care delivery to diverse patient populationsThis role combines leadership, community outreach, and a commitment to accessible healthcare, fostering valuable experiences for medical students while serving the Providence community.

Played a key role in the finance team for this annual fundraising race benefiting children's asthma camp. Led sponsorship initiatives to secure financial support for this important cause.Key achievements:• Successfully campaigned for the annual race, contributing to fundraising efforts• Engaged with businesses within and outside Rhode Island to secure sponsorships• Contributed to the overall success of the event and its mission to support children with asthma

Led the planning and management of student groups within this free clinic during my preclinical years, overseeing the General Clinic and various specialty clinics, including Psychiatry, Neurology, and Ophthalmology.Key achievements:• Streamlined the onboarding process for new applicants, enhancing efficiency• Implemented a communication system between specialty clinic leaders, ensuring continuity of care• Established effective communication channels with medical school free clinic groups• Managed multiple specialty clinics, broadening the scope of care providedThis role demonstrated my ability to lead and coordinate complex healthcare operations, improve processes, and foster collaboration among diverse medical specialties, all while serving the Providence community.