SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMWilliam Lanier Pearce, III, MDMAInTteCrnUaHnSlioMvueetrhsditiFcyloionrfeida CAPSTONE Inventor: Pearce-Swartz Catheter, U.S. Patent No. 8,956,340. MENTOR William G. Marshall Jr., MD, MBA Vice-Chair for Finance and Administration USF Depts. of Surgery and Psychiatry CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in MedicineI had an idea for a new medical device when I was a first year medical student at USF. I had no background inbusiness, but I found the resources and mentorship that were crucial for my development in the Innovation,Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration. As a fourth year medical student, we havenow secured a patent on the device, and the lessons I learned along the way will be invaluable to my careergoing forward. MATCH RadioloUgnSyoi-vuDetrihasitgFylnooorfisdtaicVincent Picascio, MDCAPSTONECystic Fibrosis Liver DiseaseMENTORDouglas Ivancsits, MDUSF Dept. of RadiologyCONCENTRATIONBiomedical ResearchThe elective Scholarly Concentration Program has been an integral part of my medical education over the past four years.I have learned invaluable tools that will enable me to become the best resident and ultimately physician that I can be.From year one, I learned the tools necessary to conduct research in an efficient and successful manner. Our mentors, Dr.Bahner and Dr. Pross, have done an excellent job of educating our members and connecting us with principal investigatorsto enable us to begin projects early in our medical education. By the time I was a third year medical student, I was ableto contribute to multiple projects that have dramatically enhanced my application to resident programs. The residentsand physicians whom I worked with on the projects were surprised at how advanced my research skills were as a medicalstudent, to which I attribute to the SCP. 51
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH VIinrUgteninrivinaeaCrlsRMiotiymceHhdmmeicoaoinnltnwhedeS,yaVsAlttehm Jacob William Pierce, MD CAPSTONE Examination of the Factors Influencing Research Efficiency - Group Project with Neal Rajyaguru, MD MENTOR Frazier Stevenson, MD MCOM Office of Educational Affairs CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring VI: Theory and Practice of TeachingThe Medical Education scholarly concentration has been a great credit towards advancing my professionalgoals. I have studied educational theory, undertaken two educational research projects, and had numerousopportunities to educate. I hope to apply these experiences toward a future career in academic medicine.MAPhAyTl&sbCicaRaneHlyhMaMAebeldibldiitacaicnitnayioe,l nCNYenter Neal Vrajlal Rajyaguru, MD CAPSTONEExamination of the Factors Influencing Academic Research - Group Project with Jacob Pierce, MD MENTOR Frazier Stevenson, MD MCOM Office of Educational Affairs CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring VI: Theory and Practice of Teaching Participation in the Medical Education scholarly concentration was a wonderful experience allowing me the opportunity to learn and apply the principles needed to be an effective educator, skills which will be critically important as one progresses through their professional career. It allows one to truly admire the efforts one puts into preparing an educational topic for discussion and motivates one to strive for perfection with any topic encountered throughout this unique journey.52
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAUnTivCeOMrsHBietGydPoYiictfNtaPsblitCutserbgnu,tPregArh Kathleen Mary Pombier, MD CAPSTONE ESTEEM: Empowering Survivors Through Educational Experiences in Medicine - Group Project with Cheryl Godcharles, MD MENTOR Vinita Kiluk, MD USF Dept. of Pediatrics CONCENTRATION Public Health The Scholarly Concentrations Program has been one of my favorite things about my time at USF MCOM. As RadUionliovCgehyrsa-itrDyloioattfgeVnsviorgisllteinic,iaVA part of the Public Health scholarly concentration, I co-created ESTEEM, a novel program in our community that empowers survivors of domestic violence to take control of their health through public health based educational modules. By participating in the SCP, I was able to further my understanding of the health related consequences of domestic violence as well as assist in the recovery process. MATCH Sonali Uday Ranjit, MD CAPSTONE Outcomes of Innovation Education and Training for Medical and Healthcare Students - Group Project with Jessica Patel, MD MENTORS William G. Marshall Jr., MD, MBA Vice-Chair for Finance and Administration USF Depts. of Surgery and Psychiatry Martin L. Silbiger, MD, MBA USF Dept. of Radiology Interdisciplinary Oncology H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in MedicineThe Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration gave the me theopportunity to learn about the business of healthcare and its impact on the medical field. I enjoyed beinginvolved in this wonderful organization, and a part of all the wonderful opportunities presented through theconcentration. This program is very unique to USF and allows students to see the art of medicine through adifferent perspective. I was especially thrilled to be able to participate in the business Bootcamp and presentresearch at an international conference with all of the faculty support through the concentration. 53
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH InternUanSlioMvueetrhsditiFcyloionrfeida Revati Bhasker Reddy, MD, MBA CAPSTONE Comida Simple: A Case Study in Entrepreneurship - Group Project with Andrea Little, MD, MBA MENTORS William G. Marshall Jr., MD, MBA Vice-Chair for Finance and Administration USF Depts. of Surgery and Psychiatry Martin L. Silbiger, MD, MBA USF Dept. of Radiology Interdisciplinary Oncology H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine My involvement in the Entrepreneurship, Innovation, & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration has opened so many doors for me, in and outside of medicine. I’ve learned how to present myself with confidence, gained a better understanding of how business, politics, and relationships affect the delivery of healthcare, and I’ve made friends across disciplines and cultural borders. The business fundamentals boot camp even gave me the opportunity to obtain my MBA before graduating from medicine! MATCH Kathryn Lee Rodriguez, MD ECmaeMrroegldienCinacChcisnaeyMenrleotedttriec,aNl C CAPSTONE A Novel System to Categorize Chief Complaints in a Resource-Constrained African Setting MENTOR Nee-kofi Mould Millman, MD University of Colorado Emergency Medicine Dept. CONCENTRATION International Medicine 2016 Thomas & Elizabeth Flannery/William & Mary Tibbels Scholarly Award I have truly valued my experience in my scholarly concentration. I’ve gotten to be involved with research, travel the world, and learn the most up to date information about global health. It was a great educational opportunity that not many get to have!54
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAM Class of 2015 BROADEN HORIZONS TO ENHANCEINDIVIDUATED LEARNING
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH GHUeennaievltrehaSrlsSaiSctnyuierAognfnecTtroeeyxsnaCiose, TnXter Elizabeth Claire Rogers, MD CAPSTONE Impact of Lupus on Lipid Handling in THP-1 Human Macrophages MENTORS Allison B. Reiss, MD Winthrop University Hospital Joanne Valeriano, MD USF Dept. of Rheumatology CONCENTRATION Health Disparities American Heart Association 2013 Medical Student Summer Fellowship Recipient Over the course of my 4 years as a member of the Health Disparities scholarly concentration, I was able to gain knowledge of a broad range of topics and experiences in activities I might not otherwise have had. For my research, I was able to spend time in a rheumatology clinic and meet with patients with lupus, who were always willing to share what they have gone through. My experience has certainly been a valuable one and I will be able to carry what I learned during this time throughout my medical career.Yilmarie Rosado-Acevedo, MDMAIUnTnteiCvrnearHPsleitMydieoadftrSiciociunsteh-Florida CAPSTONE Increase interest in Health Disparities among Disadvantaged High School Students Interested in the Health Professions MENTORS Shirley Smith, MA Kevin Casey, MEd Office of Student Diversity and Enrichment CONCENTRATION Health Disparities For my scholarly concentration project I developed a 5 week course in health disparities to 17 high school students, ages 16-18, interested in health professions. The aim was to increase awareness and promote interest in different aspects of health disparities that affect health outcomes. Interest was measured in liker scale surveys. The results showed an overall interest in health disparities increase from 41% to 75%.56
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMJonathan Albert RogozinMskDi,MABOorWTtohrnCoigsphhaoHtefSttdaSDiccteahSyoUutonroglinvoee,frOryMsiHteydicine CAPSTONE Outcomes of Curative Treatment for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) with Synchronous Brain Metastasis: A Single-Institutional Eexperience MENTORS Tawee Tanvetyanon, MD, MPH Alberto Chiappori, MD Medical Oncology H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Biomedical ResearchThe Biomedical Research scholarly concentration expanded my horizon to the amount of innovation occurringin the medical field. It provided the tools and mentors to take my first step into transforming the future ofmedicine. MATCH IDntaevrnidaGl MraCeTnredatnivMctiesien,reAdiFcBalMelissa Maria Rosas, MDCAPSTONERace 4 Her Life: Fighting Ovarian Cancer - GroupProject with Jonathan Koscso, MD and MoniqueKoscso, MDMENTORWilliam G. Marshall Jr., MD, MBAVice-Chair for Finance and AdministrationUSF Depts. of Surgery and PsychiatryCONCENTRATIONInnovation, Entrepreneurship & Business inMedicineBeing a member of the Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration helpedme see the importance of the network formed by healthcare providers, business members, and the localcommunity to solve healthcare issues. This also allowed me to continue to see the value of teamwork in thehealth care community. Being a part of Race 4 Her Life shows how local communities can back importantcauses that are valued by their people. 57
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH JacoPbeidMiaeEtdriBiniccrsosatenl ixCn,eNnYter- Miloni Narendra Savalia, MD CAPSTONE Efficacy and Utilization of Health Hero Application in Managing Health Care Goals of Populace MENTOR Martin L. Silbiger, MD, MBA USF Dept. of Radiology Interdisciplinary Oncology H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine Through my time in the Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration and with my capstone project, I gained invaluable skills and experience not taught through the traditional medical curriculum. I was awarded the opportunity to understand, develop and explore business model concepts applicable to the field of medicine. Dr. Silbiger was a wonderful mentor and concentration leader, always willing to assist in times of uncertainty and facilitated the achievement of the goals of the program MATCH Sonali Sharma, MD TuftNs eMuBeroodsliotcoganyl,CMeAnter CAPSTONE Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Novel Folic Acid Receptor-Targeted, B-Cyclodextrin-Based Drug Complexes for Cancer Treatment MENTORS Juan-Juan Yin, PhD Shu-Feng Zhou, MD, PhD USF Dept. of Pharm Sciences USF College of Pharmacy CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research Working with the College of Pharmacy and Biomedical Research scholarly concentration provided me with the tools to conduct meaningful basic science research. It was a good experience, and I am truly grateful to all of my mentors during this process.58
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAEmTCeMUrgeHnSdeiovniucectirnhysietFyloorfida Eric Anthony Shamas, MD CAPSTONE VOCES de Cedro Galán: Combining Photovoice and Nominal Groups to Assess Health Needs and Prioritize Interventions in a Resource-poor Community in Nicaragua - Group Project with Eric Monaco, MD MENTORS Robert Nelson, MD Abraham Salinas-Miranda, MD, PhD Dept. of Community and Family Health USF Health College of Public Health CONCENTRATION International MedicineWhile in the International Medicine scholarly concentration, I had an excellent experience and felt that themeetings and guest speakers truly enriched my medical student training at USF. My research project inNicaragua was also a tremendous learning experience as well. MATCH FamiUlynSoMivueetrdhsiitFcylionorefida Cindy Sue Soto Shavor, MD CAPSTONE Disaster Planning and Management: A Synopsis MENTOR Lynette Menezes, PhD Assistant Vice President, International, USF Health Assistant Dean, USF Medicine International CONCENTRATION International MedicineI’ve enjoyed my time as a member of the International Medicine scholarly concentration. It provided a uniqueopportunity to explore global health with other students, faculty, and experts with similar interests. This wasa major factor in deciding to attend USF Morsani COM and I’m happy with my decision. 59
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH FRaemgNiiolyonrMatGhleMaFdilenoicderiindsicveaaillleC, FeLnter Kushagra Shrinath, MD CAPSTONE Prostate Volumes >50 cc Do Not Preclude Dosi- metric Coverage of the Prostate With High-Dose- Rate Brachytherapy MENTOR Matthew C Biagioli, MD Radiation Oncology Florida Hospital CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research The Scholarly Concentrations Program was an invaluable experience during my 4 years at MCOM. I had the opportunity to engage in cutting edge cancer research during the summer after my first year. Additionally, I was exposed to other research being done via my classmates’ projects. LiliaMAIntTeCrnUSaHnolivuMethersdiFtlyiocorinidfea Rene Stefaniwsky, MD, MBA CAPSTONE An Analysis of Risk-Taking Brain Functions Among High-Risk Professionals in Medicine, Business, Engineering, Law, and Entrepreneurship - Group Project with Michael Irick, MD, Christopher DeCLue, MD and Payal Patel, MD MENTORS William G. Marshall Jr., MD, MBA Vice-Chair for Finance and Administration USF Depts. of Surgery and Psychiatry Martin L. Silbiger, MD, MBA USF Dept. of Radiology Interdisciplinary Oncology H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine Without the Scholarly Concentration Program, I would not have been exposed to as many scholarly opportunities or furthered my academic career as much as I have. The Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine scholarly concentration provided me with invaluable mentorship, research opportunities, publications, presentations, leadership positions, networking events and competitions, talking-points, friendships, and ultimately my MBA degree. It has been the highlight of my medical school experience.60
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCH Sananthan Sivakanthan, MD DeferredunRteils2id01e7ncy CAPSTONE Surgical Management of Trigeminal Neuralgia:Use and Cost-Effectiveness From an Analysis of the Medicare Claims Database MENTORS Siviero Agazzi, MD, MBA Harry van Loveren, MD USF Dept. of Neurosurgery and Brain Repair CONCENTRATION Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Business in Medicine The Scholarly Concentration Program afforded me the opportunity to explore my interest in the businessSuVrgaenrdMye-ePrbdrNeiilclatimaUshlniCvniviaelelernry,stiTetNyr side of healthcare in a structured fashion through meetings, lectures and independent study culminating in published research. The knowledge and experience I’ve gained through the program was the subject of much conversation during the interview trail and gives me a unique background moving forward in my training. MATCH Joshua Anthony Stramiello, MD CAPSTONE The Efficacy of Patient Education Media for Self-Examination of Oral Cancers: A Literature Review MENTOR Alex K. Malone, MD USF Dept. of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring VI: Theory and Practice of TeachingThe Medical Education scholarly concentration has filled the gaps of ‘why’ and ‘how’ in my own personalmedical education. It has proverbially smoothed my path to both learning and teaching the Medical Sciences. 61
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SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAIntTeDCrnuMakHeleMdDUiecnudairvhilceaCirnmseietn,yNteCr Robert Casey Sulllivan, MD CAPSTONE Golgi Complex Fragmentation/Dispersal Initiates Neuronal Aggravation in Epilepsy: Reelin Possesses Potential as a Therapeutic Target MENTOR Cesar V. Borlongan, PhD Center for Excellence in Aging and Brain Repair USF Dept. of Neurosurgery and Brain Repair CONCENTRATION Biomedical ResearchAs a participant in the Biomedical Research scholarly concentration I was awarded a research grant which allowed me topursue my interest for neurological science at the Center of Excellence in Aging and Brain Repair (CABR). During my time atthe CABR, I collaborated with both clinical and basic science faculty in the Department of Neurosurgery on several projectsinvestigating the efficacy of stem cell transplantation in neurological insults. These experiences allowed me to increase mymedical knowledge while also gaining key insights into modern clinical and translational research practices that will helpme be successful in my career as a future academic physician and educator. MATCH GOerenegSrcoainelPSnHoucerretaglaelCtnhreydan,ntOedrR Thomas Lee Sutton, MD CAPSTONE Acute Appendicitis: Variation in Treatment and Outcomes by Socioeconomic Status MENTOR David Ciesla, MD USF Dept. of Surgery CONCENTRATION Biomedical ResearchParticipating in this project was a great growing experience for me as an investigator, and allowed me toacquire skills that will be useful for the rest of my career. The rSC provided a community of like-mindedindividuals that helped foster my growth and encourage me through the whole process from idea topublication. I would highly recommend it for anyone interested in making research a part of their futurecareer. 63
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH WaPkaMWetheFinodoslriotceogasntyl-BCSaaeplnettmiestr, NC William George Swalchick, MD CAPSTONE Comparison of the Pathologist’s Role in Specimen Handling and Patient Care Between Thailand and the U.S. MENTORS Marilyn Bui, MD, PhD Anatomic Pathology and Sarcoma H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center Pairaya Rujirojindakul, MD Head of Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine Songklanagarind Hospital, Thailand CONCENTRATION International MedicineMy experiences with the International Medicine scholarly concentration have opened my eyes to not onlydifferent cultures of medicine, but to different medical issues faced by patient populations across the world.I am grateful to have had the opportunity to observe and practice medicine in Hatyai, Thailand, and in turn,I have gained a better understanding of who I am and what I can provide for others. My experiences willalways be a part of me and they will shape how I practice medicine as I move forward in my career.MATCH ElizabethUSCaOSnaBFnGraFYnrNacniscciosc, oCA Nicole Teal, MD, MPH CAPSTONE USF Health Nicaragua: A University-NGO Partnership for Sustainable Health Solutions MENTOR Brian Knox, MD USF Dept. of Pediatrics CONCENTRATION Health Disparities My experience in the Health Disparities scholarly concentration was invaluable to my medical school career. It further opened my eyes to all of the inequities that exist in health and broadened my perspective on how we can address them. It also provided me with a network of like-minded individuals who will be colleagues and friends for life. Most importantly, it afforded me the opportunity to do extracurricular work that I am passionate about such as global health. I know I will be a better physician and leader in healthcare because of my participation in hdSC.64
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCH Zain Tariq, MD EmeMUrgenSdeiovniucectirnhysietFyloorfida CAPSTONE Does Project World Health’s Formulary Reflect the Varying Disease Burden in the Dominican Republic? MENTOR Lynette Menezes, PhD Assistant Vice President, International, USF Health Assistant Dean, USF Medicine International CONCENTRATION International MedicineBeing a part of International Medicine scholarly concentration was an extremely rewarding experience as it OrthUonpivSaeherasdGitniycadoiSsnfuHeFroslgovserpilirldeiytaa, Fl Lbroadened my knowledge about global health and provided me with resources to get involved in internationalmedical care. Dr. Menezes guided me throughout medical school and helped me in my decision to pursueemergency medicine. MATCH William Christian Thomas, MD CAPSTONE Legal Research Concerning Gene Patents and the Future of Personalized Medicine MENTORS Meagan Monroe, JD, MA Jay Wolfson, JD, DrPH Associate Vice President Health Law, Policy & Safety CONCENTRATION Law & MedicineMy experience in the Law & Medicine scholarly concentration was invaluable. The information I learnedthrough our monthly meetings, along with my research project was very unique and a great talking pointduring several of my residency interviews. I am very grateful for the opportunities I had in the ScholarlyConcentration Program through my medical school education. 65
USF HEALTH MORSANI COLLEGE OF MEDICINE MATCH InternUanSlioMvueetrhsditiFcyloionrfeida JoAnn Dang Tran, MD CAPSTONE Bordetella Bronchiseptica in the Immunosuppressed Population – A Case Series and Review MENTOR John N. Greene, MD, FACP Interdisciplinary Oncology Division of Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research The SCP program has been a very enriching experience that has helped me truly appreciate biomedical research and the impact it has on the practice of medicine. Through the program, I learned how to properly review and evaluate scholarly articles, as well as understand the process involved in scholarly writing. These are critical skills that are essential to the practice of medicine, and I hope to carry on these skills with me as my begin my career as physician. MARadTEaiCosltoVHgiyrg- iDnNSciiaaohgrMofonoeolklds,tiViccAal James Brevard Vogler, IV, MD CAPSTONE Treatment of Proximal Hamstring Tendinosis with Ultrasound Guided Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection: A Case Series MENTOR Kevin Elder, MD Dept. of Sports Medicine BayCare Medical Group USF Dept. of Family Medicine CONCENTRATION Biomedical Research The Biomedical Research scholarly concentration has been instrumental in developing my skills as an academic clinician. I know these skills will be beneficial to me in developing future publications and continually improving my knowledge base as a physician.66
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMATCHRadiJoalocgksyo-nHDMoiMasegipamnimtoaoisl,rtiFiacLl Sriram Velamuri, MD CAPSTONE Breast Cancer Secondary Screening Utilizing Spheroids Grown on a Three Dimensional Scaffold Polymer MENTOR Subhra Mohapatra, PhD USF Dept. of Molecular Medicine CONCENTRATION Biomedical ResearchBeing a part of the Biomedical Research scholarly concentration allowed me to completely remove myself frommy comfort zone and become a basic science researcher. Without this experience I never would have met myamazing mentor and dedicated people working on the other side of medicine outside of the hospital. MATCHIcIanhtenrSncaahltoMMNoeeoldwouifncYMtionSereiknd,aiNci Yine Kristie Amy Vu, MD CAPSTONE High Utilization of Liver Transplantation for Hepatocellular Carcinoma: Is It Concerning? MENTOR Angel Alsina, MD Transplantation Surgery and Transplant Hepatology Tampa General Medical Group CONCENTRATION International MedicineThe Scholarly Concentration Program has enriched my medical school experience by providing me anenvironment to discuss fascinating and relevant topics in global healthcare. Through the InternationalMedicine scholarly concentration, I have learned from great faculty who are experts in their field as wellas visiting physicians and medical students from around the world. I am very grateful to be part of thisprogram, which has broadened my perspective on medicine. 67
USFSCHEHAOLTHLAMROLRYSACNOI CNOCLLEENGTEROAFTMIOEDNICSINPEROGRAM StoUMnnOeyivdrBetirhcrosoaiotplykCa,oeNefdnYVMtiecerrmSAuorgnTet Cry H Class of 2015 Miqi Wang, MD CAPSTONE Effects of Local Anesthetics on Mesenchymal Stem Cell DifferentiationMENTORSAlfred Kuo MD, PhDUCSF OrthopaedicsSubhra Mohapatra PhDUSF Dept. of Molecular MedicineCONCENTRATIONBiomedical Research I initially joined the Biomedical Research scholarly concentration as a way to facilitate finding research opportunities during medical school. Over the course of four years, rSC has also provided a multitude of resources regarding grant applications as well as excellent didactics from experienced PI’s useful in developing my own future career in academic medicine. Jonathan William Wischhusen,MAIBnetetThrCnIMsareelHMadBliecDodaseitlcaoCicnneo,enMnteeAsrs MD CAPSTONE Factors Associated with Health Literacy in a Community-based Sample of Older Blacks MENTOR Clement Gwede, MPH, RN, PhD USF Dept. of Oncologic Sciences Health Outcomes and Behavior Program H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center CONCENTRATION Health Disparities Before I came to USF, I knew very little about what studying health disparities entailed, or what they were for that matter. Since then, I have learned that health disparities affect all groups of patients, even those who at first glance we would never think might have barriers to healthcare. With this awareness, I aim to move forward to break down the walls that various populations face regarding cancer screening, education, and prevention.68
SCHOLARLY CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMMAOHreTthrsCohpeayHeMPdeeiHcdnenSicrusSahrtglaeCetye,reyPnAter- Matthew Ryan Widner, MD CAPSTONEThe Role of Near-Peer Tutors during Problem Based Learning Sessions in Undergraduate Medical Education: a Literature Review MENTOR Danielle Gulick, PhD USF Dept. of Molecular Medicine CONCENTRATION Medical Education Taught in Doctoring VI: Theory and Practice of TeachingMy experience in the eSC has been very positive. I have learned a lot about the history and evolution of medicaleducation, as well as, modern educational theories and techniques. I look forward to applying this training as aresident and physician. MATCHOrOlaOBnGdrlYaoNnHdeoa, lFthL Matthew David Wollenschlaeger, MD CAPSTONE Review of Cervical Cancer Screenings at the USF BRIDGE Clinic MENTORS Eduardo Gonzalez MD, FAAFP USF Dept. of Family Medicine Lucy Guerra MD, MPH, FACP USF Division of General Internal Medicin CONCENTRATION Biomedical ResearchThe Biomedical Research scholarly concentration was a great experience that allowed me to learnmore about the scientific process. Working with the BRIDGE Clinic to review the rate of cervical cancerscreenings was very rewarding. It allowed me to see how clinics with little to no resources are able providea large number of cancer screenings. Mrs. Collins was the BEST and guided me throughout the ScholarlyConcentrations Program! 69
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