SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMACAlneTevCestlhaHensdioClolignyic, OH Nirav B. Patel, MD CAPSTONEThe Use of Tablet Computers in Residency Training and Their Effectiveness In Training ResidentsCompared To The Traditional Use Of Textbooks MENTOR Kimberly Lamartin, MD USF Dept. of Internal Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of Teaching American Heart Association 2015Medical Student Summer Fellowship RecipientIn my time spent in the Medical Education scholarly concentration, I have learned a lot about becoming anadapt educator. By participating in this concentration, I have had the opportunity to improve my teachingability and to understand the basis of educational theories. In addition to various educational sessions coveringa variety of topics in education, I was also able to participate in numerous educational opportunities. Thisopportunity to hone my skills as an educator will help me immensely as a physician. MATCH Raj Amrish Patel, MD PsUyScFhMiaCtrOy M CAPSTONE A Modern Medical Educational Curriculum: Evolving the Purpose of Medical School MENTOR Jay Wolfson, JD, Dr.PH Associate Vice President for Health Law, Policy and Safety CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of TeachingTo embark on the Medical Education scholarly concentration track was an excellent decision for me. It allowedme to gain firsthand experience of the effort necessitated to successfully educate medical students with anenormous diversity of learning styles. I was able to speak to curriculum directors from around the nationto understand their thought processes in constructing or augmenting the curriculum and how they believedit would benefit their students. At the end, I was able to create a four year medical curriculum of my own toevolve the purpose of medical school from learning to treat illnesses to truly managing patients and improvingquality of life. 51
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH InterveYnatlieo-nNael RwaHdaiovleongy Raj Ashok Patel, MD CAPSTONE Peri-Operative Factors that Predict Prolonged Air Leaks after Robotic-Assisted Thoracoscopic Pulmonary Lobectomy MENTORS Eric M. Toloza MD, PhD Thoracic Oncology Program H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center Frank Velez-Cubian, MD USF Dept. of Surgery CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research The Biomedical Research scholarly concentration was essential in guiding and preparing me to conduct medical research; as I previously did not have formal research experience. Thanks to the SCP and my longitudinal research experience, I am comfortable with formulating a research question, performing literature review, designing a project, preparing abstracts, conducting statistical analysis, writing a manuscript, and presenting my findings. MATCH PsUyScFhMiaCtryOM Anangamanjari D. Pedapudi, MD CAPSTONE Overweight and Obesity Among School Going Adolescents in Urban India MENTORS Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International Ambuj Kumar, MD, MPH USF Division of Evidence Based Medicine CONCENTRATION International Medicine The International Medicine scholarly concentration provides the opportunity for students to explore and better understand how healthcare is practiced on a global scale. This concentration thereby contributes to our own development as physician-researchers to be knowledgeable about research and healthcare practices on an international level. It allows us to become more globally aware, and well-rounded, physicians.52
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMEAmTerCgMet.nHSciynaMi-eMdiiacminie Rahul Paul, MD CAPSTONE Should Lactic Acid Threshold be Included in Hospital Criteria that Stratify Level of Service?A Retrospective Analysis of Patient Outcomes atOne Hospital Admitted to a Critical Care Service Compared to a Non-critical Care Setting MENTOR Jason Wilson, MD Dept. of Emergency Medicine Tampa General Hospital CONCENTRATION Health Systems EngineeringBeing part of the Health Systems Engineering scholarly concentration has taught me to go beyond being aphysician in order to really change the paradigm of neglecting the safety of our patients. This project willhopefully help change the hospital guidelines at TGH in order to decrease morbidity and mortality and improvepatient safety metrics. MATCH FamVeilnytuMraedCictyin, CeA Yohan Perera, MD CAPSTONE Prevalence of Elevated Intraocular Pressure in Rural Southern Zambia MENTORS Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International Carla Bourne, MD USF Eye Institute CONCENTRATION International MedicineWhat an amazing chance to grow professionally, personally, and build connections with mentors, researchers,and physicians both locally and globally! I am so thankful to this program for its support in brainstorming,planning, funding, and executing my very own research project. My experience while traveling to Zambiaand conducting a small project to try and help the local people there in terms of promoting eye health andscreening for the 2nd most prevalent cause of blindness was an eye opener. There is so much injustice in thisworld that if we just for a second take a look beyond ourselves, we can see the impact we may have. I amthankful for the imSC for taking dreams, making them tangible realities, and cultivating a future generation ofdoctors willing to devote themselves to service globally. 53
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH IntBerornoakllMyneHdoicsipn,eNY Luis A. Perez-Mena, MD CAPSTONE Benefits of Student Run Free Clinics on Medical Student Outcomes MENTOR Eduardo C. Gonzalez, MD, FAAFP USF Dept. of Family Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of Teaching Joining the Medical Education scholarly concentration was an amazing opportunity to become a more well-rounded future educator and take an active role in my own education. By learning the intricacies and complex issues behind curriculum development and investigating specific aspects of clinical education and their outcomes, I felt empowered and motivated to continue working in a setting of academic medicine. I am very thankful for the exposure this extracurricular program afforded me, as it helped me pursue passions I wasn’t even aware I had, as well as mold the vision of my future as a physician. MATCH Rachael A. Postlethwait, MD OBGUYCNF CAPSTONE Medicine and Compassion: Lessons from Frankl and Levi MENTORS Lois Nixon, PhD, MAT, MLitt, MPH USF Dept. of Internal Medicine Jordan Messler, MD Dept. of Internal Medicine Morton Plant Hospital CONCENTRATION Medical Humanities I so appreciate the Scholarly Concentrations Program because it afforded me the opportunity to continue developing my passion for, and work in, the Medical Humanities. I was supported with allocated academic time to study these topics and pursue scholarly work – I am grateful for the experience!54
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCH Vicky M. Pham, MD PsUyScFhMiaCtryOM CAPSTONE Practical Issues of Retroperitoneal Sarcoma: Institutional Review, Literature Review and Sarcoma Pathology Centered Multidisciplinary Approach MENTOR Marilyn Bui, MD, PhD Sarcoma, Anatomic Pathology Programs H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research SCP was an invaluable experience in terms of the opportunities offered and the lasting impact it had on the rest of my career. My research mentor taught me the rigor and intricacies involved in completing a research project and getting a paper published. It was a wonderful experience. MATCHMPehydUs.nSi&ciovaueRlterhshitFayloborfida Anabel Anon, MD CAPSTONEBudyBaseball - Increasing Awareness in Medical Students in Needs of Patients with Disabilities MENTOR Laurie Woodard, MD USF Dept. of Family Medicine CONCENTRATION Health DisparitiesThe Scholarly Concentration Program has been an invaluable experience in my medical school education.Not only it has complimented the formal classroom and clinical education, but it has allowed me to take intocontext the importance of understanding health disparities mtoSebnCettotrHesrtOpormoLveAindteReceaLsr,YgeiavCnedaOfuinnNdiqsuCoelupEteiNorsnpsTetRcotAisveeeTiInOto NS PROGRAMthose disparities lessened if not eliminated. Everyone, fromhealthcare and allow from a broader, richer, and more importantly, conscious understanding of healthcare, its Class of 2018limitations and ways to improve it. 55
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCHBeItnhteIsrrnaaellMDeedaiccoinneess, MA Abby Marie Pribish, MD CAPSTONE Design and Implementation of Clinical Decision Support Resources for Tampa Bay Street Medicine MENTOR Asa Oxner, MD USF Dept. of Internal Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of Teaching 2018 Thomas & Elizabeth Flannery/ William & Mary Tibbels Scholarly Award RecipientMy time in the Medical Education scholarly concentration (eSC) allowed me to build teaching skills that I look forwardto applying as a resident physician and beyond. From working with faculty to learn about curriculum development andeducation theory to directly applying this information through education research and hands-on teaching experienceduring Doctoring IV, the eSC has cultivated my interest in academic medicine and prepared me to become an effectiveeducator. Thanks to the Scholarly Concentrations Program, I was able to present my medical education-related researchat the International Street Medicine Symposium in 2015.MATCH Julia S. Rauchfuss, MD FUanmivi.lyofMNeedwicMineexico CAPSTONE fH Generation: Sustaining the Cedro Galan Health Initiative Through Careers in Healthcare MENTOR Elimarys Perez-Colon, MD USF Dept. of Internal Medicine-Pediatrics CONCENTRATION Health Disparities I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to help students set positive career goals and the chance to meet a variety of healthcare professionals in Nicaragua to get a better understanding of their healthcare system. Manna Project International uses their long-standing relationship with the community to help us establish a friendship during our short time there. It’s not enough time to truly become familiar with a new culture, but this experience significantly widened my global perspective and has prompted me to reassess my role as a global citizen.56
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCH Radiology Alisha Rathi, MD UF Diagnostic CAPSTONE Whole Lesion CT Radiomic Analysis of Pancreatic Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms to Predict Malignant Pathology Versus Standard Radiologic Features MENTOR Daniel K. Jeong, MD, MSc Diagnostic Radiology H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research The Biomedical Research scholarly concentration emphasizes a curriculum that not only promotes critical thinking by means of participating in research projects, but also emphasizes the importance of educating through presentations at conferences and symposiums. The program offers mentors and faculty members who are committed to helping you succeed and provides a structured setting for you to excel in your clinical interest area. The team has been immensely helpful from finding a mentor to organizing lectures on how to create abstracts, posters, and publications. This experience has provided invaluable insight and allowed me to feel prepared to initiate research projects in the future. MATCH GeEnaesrtaelrSnuVrgiregrinyia Ricardo E. Rendel, MD CAPSTONE Improving the Competitiveness of Undeserved and Underrepresented Minorities Applying to Health Professional School MENTOR Shirley Smith, MA Student Diversity and Enrichment MCOM Office of Educational Affairs CONCENTRATION Health Disparities PSP was a very rewarding experience for me because it provided me the opportunity to learn and develop my teachings skills as a student learner. As a minority in medicine and being aware of the lack of diversity, this project was perfect for it allowed me to be able to help mentor and guide students from underrepresented backgrounds with interests in pursuing a career in the health field. Thank You to the Scholarly Concentrations Program and the Office of Student Diversity and Enrichment for all the support and help in completing this project. 57
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCHOUrnthivo.poaf eVdeircmsont Michael S. Roberts, MD CAPSTONE Clinical Course of Melioidosis in Patients Treated with Commonly Used Diabetic Medications - Group Project with Vinodh Chandra, MD MENTORS Rahul Mhaskar, MD, MPH, PhD USF Evidence Based Medicine and Health Outcomes Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International CONCENTRATION International MedicineThe International Medicine scholarly concentration gave me the opportunity to expand my globalperspective through immersion in culture, research and human interaction. This profound experiencesolidified my desire to contribute to the global health mission throughout my career.MAEmTeCrgeUHnScFyMMCeOdMicine Brian R. Samuels, MD CAPSTONE ERCP Indications and Utilization Trends at Khon Kaen Hospital - Group Project with Kaela Schultz, MD MENTORS Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International Thammasorn Piriyasupong, MD, PhD Research Mentor, Khon Kaen Hospital CONCENTRATION International Medicine The Scholarly Concentrations Program provided invaluable educational and life experiences. Through the International Medicine scholarly concentration I have learned how to develop a research question, obtain IRB approval (both local and foreign), collect data, analyze data and write a manuscript. In addition, I had the opportunity to live in Khon Kaen, Thailand for two months where I made lifelong friendships and learned about Thai traditions and culture.58
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAGeTUnCenirvaH.laStuBrgueffraylo Carrie Elizabeth Ryan, MD CAPSTONE Spanish Language Acquisition for Medical Providers MENTORS Shirley Smith, MA Student Diversity and Enrichment MCOM Office of Educational Affairs Carlos Callegari, MD, DMSc Medical Director International Affiliations, CAMLS CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of TeachingThe Medical Education scholarly concentration not only provided me with a forum to be thoughtful about thethe education I was receiving and ways we could improve upon the relay of information, as well as how I couldbe a better medical educator. It also encouraged me to be scholarly about medical education in general. Thetools I garnered throughout my four years in the concentration I am certain will help me be a better educatorto not only other students but also my patients. MATCH InternUaSl FMMeCdiOcMineDhyana Rajee Sankar, MDCAPSTONEOncologic Outcomes in Patients UndergoingPartial Nephrectomy for Pathological T3 RenalTumors: A Retrospective Cohort StudyMENTORPhillippe E. Spiess, MDGenitourinary Oncology ProgramH. Lee Moffitt Cancer CenterCONCENTRATIONBiomedical ResearchWhile the medical knowledge I garnered is invaluable ,the greatest takeaway from my research and theScholarly Concentrations Program has been the experience of collaboration with various groups andinstitutions outside of USF. The future of medicine is entirely coactive and having the opportunity to work withdifferent factions has provided me a foundation of what I need to implement in the future as a potential leaderof my own research project. 59
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCHSCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMClass of 2018 ASPIRE TO IMPROVE HEALTHCARE DELIVERY AND PRACTICE Mark A. Schattschneider, MDMAEmTeCrgOerHnlacnydMoeHdeiacilnthe CAPSTONE Preceptor-Student Interface During Clinical Years and its Effect on Subspecialty Selection: A Literature Review MENTOR Jamie Cooper, MA, PhD MCOM Office of Educational Affairs CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of Teaching Being a part of the Medical Education scholarly concentration (eSC) has deepened my level of understanding of both medical education theory as well as learning how to relate to fellow students in the role of an educator. One activity I particularly enjoyed helped me appreciate different learning styles and made me a more effective learner and communicator. The eSC has empowered me with the necessary tools and confidence to continue in the pursuit of education as I step further into the role of a physician.60
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCH Peeraya Sawangkum, MD OUBSFGMYNCOM CAPSTONE USF Tampa Bay Street Medicine Clinic at First Presbyterian Church: A Description of the Establishment, Operation, and Evolution of a Student-Organized Free Clinic in a Non-Traditional Space MENTORS Asa Oxner, MD USF Dept. Of Internal Medicine Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International Lucy Guerra, MD USF Dept. Of Internal Medicine CONCENTRATION Health DisparitiesThe Scholarly Concentrations Program allowed me to transform my passion for community service intoacademic work. The program greatly supplemented my educational experience at MCOM by emphasizingevidence-based practices, whether those practices are in clinical or community endeavors. MATCHUniv. POittBsGbuYrNgh Med Ctr Jourdan E. Schmitz, MD CAPSTONE Perceptions of the Healthcare System: The Trans- gender Patient Perspective MENTORS Meredith Gray, MD University of Kansas Dept. of OBGYN Stephanie Ros, MD USF Dept. of OBGYN CONCENTRATION Medicine & GenderParticipating in the Scholarly Concentrations Program has been one of the highlights of my medical schoolcareer. Through the Medicine & Gender scholarly concentration, I gained incredible mentors and was able toexplore my interest in transgender healthcare. I know that I will be a more thoughtful, empathetic physicianbecause of my experience in the Scholarly Concentrations Program. 61
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH GenMeraJayalocSukCsrgloinenirvcyi-lle Kaela Schultz, MD CAPSTONE ERCP Indications and Utilization Trends at Khon Kaen Hospital - Group Project with Brian Samuels, MD MENTORS Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International Thammasorn Piriyasupong, MD, PhD Research Mentor, Khon Kaen Hospital CONCENTRATION International Medicine The International Medicine scholarly concentration (imSC) provided me the opportunity to learn about global health and research design while allowing me to implement what I learned abroad. Having no prior research experience, I now leave this program with the ability to say that I have designed a research project, obtained both local and international IRB approval, written a manuscript and have worked in a Thailand hospital. Thanks to the unwavering support and guidance from Dr. Lynette Menezes and the entire imSC faculty, I was able to experience Thailand culture, share an unforgettable experience with classmates and build lifelong memories and skills. MAEOmreTegrCgoennHHceyaMlthed&icSicnieence Christopher T. Story, MD CAPSTONE A Comparative Assessment of the Efficacy of Patient Education Materials in a Peruvian Outpatient Clinic MENTORS David Ecker, MD Dept. of Internal Medicine University of Denver Danielle Gulick, PhD USF Dept. of Molecular Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of Teaching My experience in the Medical Education scholarly concentration allowed me to explore an area of interest in depth beyond that of the typical medical school curriculum. Ultimately, what I have learned from didactic sessions, volunteering, and my capstone project have solidified my desire to become an academic physician and I’m grateful for my years in the Scholarly Concentrations Program.62
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAInTteCrnHUaSl FMMeCdiOciMne Jalak Bharat Shah, MD CAPSTONE Perplexing Pruritic Plaques and Pancytopenia MENTORS Rahul Mhaskar, MD, MPH, PhD USF Evidence Based Medicine and Health Outcomes Kellee Oller, MD USF Dept. of Internal Medicine CONCENTRATION Public HealthThis project reflects one of my most intriguing learning cases in medical school. Learning about SLE and theperplexing cutaneous manifestations of it continues to be a wonderful and enriching experience. MATCHHNeenurryolFoogryd, MI Meari Taguchi, MD CAPSTONE Examining Pre-operative Variables in Weight loss and Reduction of Comorbidities in Adolescent Bariatric Surgery MENTORS Amy Weiss, MD USF Dept. of Pediatrics Sadaf Aslam, MD USF Dept. of Internal Medicine CONCENTRATION Biomedical ResearchThe Scholarly Concentrations Program has been an overall positive opportunity allowing me to establish agood clinical research foundation and relationships with research mentors and faculty. I am grateful for theexperience that has been provided by this program and am glad that I chose to participate in the program as aMS1. 63
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH OFraanmgielyPMaerkdMiceindeCtr, FL Lauren Ashley Terpak, MD CAPSTONE Pre-Collegiate Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum (PCAP) MENTOR Danielle Gulick, PhD USF Dept. of Molecular Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of Teaching Being a Co-Founder of the Pre-Collegiate Anatomy and Physiology Curriculum (PCAP), has shown me how incredible it is to design a curriculum and teach. I’ve been privileged to teach many students underrepresented in medicine, help create a sustainable curriculum, and hear many student success stories. As such, participating in the Medical Education scholarly concentration has solidified my desire to pursue academic medicine. MAPlTaCstDicHuSkuergUenirvy. Rose Theresa Tillis, MD CAPSTONE DuodermBra for Nipple Sparing Mastectomy: Evaluation of a New Technique for Nipple Sparing Mastectomy to Reduce Complication and Improve Nipple Location MENTOR Deniz Dayicioglu, MD Division of Plastic Surgery H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research The Biomedical Research scholarly concentration was a valuable experience. The program itself is a great representation of the scholastic talent at our school, and the mentors involved really pushed me to achieve my full potential. I ended up with an oral presentation at a conference, two manuscripts, and a patent - things I never could have achieved without the support of this program!64
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMKristenMAInHtToeCsrpnaoHlfMUenidvi.coinf ePenn Marcet Tessiatore, MD CAPSTONE A Survey Analysis on the Management of Moderately Dysplastic Nevi Among Aacademic Dermatologists Across the United States MENTOR Nishit Patel, MD USF Dept. of Dermatology CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of TeachingParticipating in the Medical Education scholarly concentration has allowed me to pursue my interest inmedical education and develop skills in teaching, curriculum development and mentorship throughout my fouryears at USF MCOM. It provided me with a strong foundation off of which will continue to develop a career as aclinical educator. MATCH EmergeUnncivy.MofeUdtiachineMark A. Timmel, MDCAPSTONECombined Orthopaedic and Vascular Injuries:A Multicenter AnalysisMENTORHassan Mir, MDUSF Dept. of OrthopaedicsCONCENTRATIONBiomedical ResearchThe Scholarly Concentrations Program (SCP) enriched my first exposure research experience in the medicalfield in the best possible ways. Being a member of the program not only exposed me to multiple differentspecialties and approaches to furthering the medical knowledge base, but it also got me accustomed to theprocesses that must be completed to work with a living patient population and their medical information. 65
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH EmUeCrgDeanvciys MMeeddiCcitnr,eCA Kavian Toosi, MD CAPSTONE Predictive Validity of Various Selection Tools for Medical School Admission: A Literature Review MENTOR Steven Specter, PhD USF Dept. of Molecular Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of TeachingThe Medical Education scholarly concentration (eSC) has served as an unforgettable experience and allowedfor me to pursue my interests beyond medicine. As a future physician who wishes to be strongly involved inacademic medicine, the eSC has given me the necessary tools to be a successful and thoughtful educator. Iwould highly recommend the eSC for students who wish to understand the nuances of developing a thoroughmedical curriculum, as well as techniques to maximize student understanding in the classroom and thewards.MATCH Jerry Trotter, III, MD PNsaPyvocarhtlisaMmtreoydutCh,trVA CAPSTONE Homeless Care Abroad MENTOR Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International CONCENTRATION International Medicine Homelessness is not a uniquely American problem, nor the barriers of care for this vulnerable population. USF Health has a student-run medical organization focused on providing care to homeless patients in Tampa Bay. The International Medicine scholarly concentration providing invaluable insight regarding the healthcare approaches and special considerations within other countries. This capstone project is a review of the international effort to caring for this population, to include a discussion on access to care, care delivery, and quality of care.66
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAIntTerCnUaHSl FMMeCdiOciMne Annie Castillo Topham, MD CAPSTONE BRIDGE Diabetes Education Class MENTOR Eduardo C. Gonzalez, MD, FAAFP USF Dept. of Family Medicine CONCENTRATION Health DisparitiesTeaching diabetes education classes at the BRIDGE clinic was an amazing experience: I was able to helppatients better understand their medical condition while learning how to become a more effective teacher. Ialso gained a greater understanding of health disparities, as I witnessed the numerous barriers to care thatour patients face on a daily basis. Most importantly, I learned how to work with each patient in developingstrategies to address their unique situation in hopes of reducing these inequalities. MATCHMPehydUs.nSi&ciovaueRlterhshitFayloborfida Anabel Anon, MD CAPSTONEBudyBaseball - Increasing Awareness in Medical Students in Needs of Patients with Disabilities MENTOR Laurie Woodard, MD USF Dept. of Family Medicine CONCENTRATION Health DisparitiesThe oSnchlyoiltahrlaysCcoonmcepnlitmraetnitoendPtrhoegfroarmmahlacslabsesernooamn iannvadlcSulaiCnbilceHaelOxepdeuLrciAaentiRcoenLi,nYbumtCyitmOheadsNiacalClloswcEheNdoomTl eeRdtuoActaaTtkIieoOnin.Nto S PROGRAMNotcontext the importance of understanding health disparities to better provide care and find solutions to see Class of 2018those disparities lessened if not eliminated. Everyone, from mentors to mentees, give a unique perspective into 67healthcare and allow from a broader, richer, and more importantly, conscious understanding of healthcare, itslimitations and ways to improve it.
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCHFaTrmidielyntMMeeddicCinter, SC Courtney Uhlar, MD CAPSTONE A Comparative Study of German and American Medical Students Perceived Stress MENTOR Danielle Gulick, PhD USF Dept. of Molecular Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring IV: Theory and Practice of TeachingThe Scholarly Concentrations Program (SCP) allowed me to complete a research project from start to finishincluding coming up with my own research topic, getting familiar with the IRB process, and having theopportunity to present my work. Being part of the SCP allowed me to explore my interest in medical educationand has helped me become a better educator which is a useful skill in residency and beyond.MAFSaoTmBCaillydHwMineMdiecdinCetr, AL Autumn Dawn Walker, MD CAPSTONE The Role of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in Treating Anxiety and Substance Use Disorders: A Review of Current Guidelines and Recommendations MENTORS Lynette Menezes, PhD AVP USF Health Medicine International John Sinnott, MD, FACP USF Dept. of Internal Medicine CONCENTRATION International Medicine My experience with the International Medicine scholarly concentration has been truly invaluable. The people I’ve met, the ground-breaking and far-reaching information I’ve had the privilege to be exposed to and the amazing journeys I have been fortunate to go on just begin to scratch the surface of what this program has to offer. It has made my medical experience much more vibrant and tangible because I was able to personally experience life and health and its myriad variations across cultures. I plan to take these experiences and knowledge forward into my career in the military, family medicine and beyond.68
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USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH GeneUrSaFl MSuCrgOeMry McWayne Weche, MD CAPSTONE Multidisciplinary Diligence Dramatically Lowers Surgical Site Infections After Pancreatic Resections MENTORS Alexander Rosemurgy, MD Sharona Ross, MD General Surgery, Florida Hospital Tampa CONCENTRATION Health Systems Engineering Research for this project involved a prospective analysis of the occurrence of surgical site infections in 250 consecutive patients undergoing pancreatic resection over a two year period. Analysis periods for the data were divided up into the time periods before and after the implementation of an infection prevention protocol for the surgical service with roughly half of patients receiving the previous protocol and half receiving the new. The study concluded that there was a significant decrease in surgical site infections with use of the new protocol. Results for the study were presented at the 2015 Pancreas Club Meeting. MAUniTv.CPoefdTHeiaxtariscSsW-Dallas Damien Zreibe, MD CAPSTONE A Case Report In the Form of a Novel on a Medical Error Involving the Misdiagnosis of PCP Pneumonia and AIDS MENTOR Brooke T. Baldwin, MD Dept. of Dermatology James A. Haley VA Hospital CONCENTRATION Medical Humanities I have loved reading and writing my entire life. Through the Medical Humanities scholarly concentration, I discovered I could merge these passions with medicine. This opened my mind to the humanistic side of patient care, and gave me a creative outlet to help maintain my resilience throughout my education.70
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCH MMeeddiCcitnr,eNC EmCearrgoelinncays Chelsea H. Wilson, MD CAPSTONE Financial Literacy Lecture Series MENTOR Joann Strobbe, MSEd CFO USF Health CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine Participating in the Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration allowed me to pursue a better understanding of finance and condense the information into my capstone project which is designed to teach senior medical students about finances, loan repayment and saving for retirement. This kind of information is lacking for graduating students, especially physician who already start saving years after their peers due to the length of medical school and residency training. MATCH SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAM Class of 2018 71
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