ANJANI TURAGA
New York,NY
Summary
A Medical graduate with a passion for becoming a surgeon in the United States. Focused on combining a strong research background with hands-on patient interaction to provide the best possible care. Committed to ongoing education and professional development to stay at the forefront of the medical field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Fellow | Human Therapeutic Organoid Core
Weill Cornell Medicine
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborating with Lab Director Dr. Lauretta Lacko to develop human pancreatic islet, duodenal, hepatic, and colonic organoids.
- Driving research in stem cell therapeutics and regenerative medicine, including advanced CRISPR and gene-editing experiments.
- Spearheading innovative projects aimed at translating organoid-based discoveries into clinical applications, with a strong focus on personalized medicine and disease modeling.
Surgical Research Fellow | Fahey-Zarnegar Lab
Weill Cornell Medicine
01.2024 - Current
- Conducting clinical and translational research with a focus on endocrine and foregut malignancies.
- Actively involved in clinical trials examining outcomes of robotic and minimally invasive surgeries.
- Leading multiple research projects under the mentorship of Dr. Zarnegar and Dr. Fahey.
Medical Intern
Gandhi Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- Worked as clinical intern in the departments of Medicine, Surgery, OBGyn, Community medicine, Pediatrics, Orthopedics
- Worked as a front-line doctor during the COVID-19 pandemic providing medical services in COVID ICU, Triage and general wards
- Aided in diagnosis and management of patients of all medical ailments from time of admission until discharge
- Trained in Basic surgical skills and medical first aid.
Junior Surgical Trainee
Prasad's Hospital
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Trained under the Chief of Surgery at a Multi-speciality medical centre in Hyderabad
- Aided in management and treatment of 15 general surgical cases per day, such as Hernias, Gallbladder disorders, Thyroid Disorders, vascular disorders etc
- Trained with residents of the hospital and assisted In treatment.
Visiting Medical Extern
HCA Clearlake Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Trained under the Guidance of Dr Dhruvil Shah, Associate Chief of Surgery
- Collaborated with other medical staff in optimising patient care
- Managed 10 cases per day with Dr Shah while assisting in admissions, surgeries and post-operative management
- Trained in EMR operations.
Visiting Medical Extern
South Coast Global Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Trained under the expert mentorship of Dr Yasser Salem, MD FACS
- Aided in managing over 20 surgical cases per day while assisting in patient history, admission, referrals, surgeries and post-operative care
- Trained extensively in operating the EMR system
- Authored and published multiple research studies and case reports during the training period.
Consultant Physician
UNICEF India
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Worked as a panel consultant physician for this Non-profit Organization affiliated with Ministry of Health, India
- Provided healthcare via telemedicine to remote parts of Rural India
- Counseled and treated patients pertaining to paediatrics, general medicine, Gynaecology, and dermatology.
Education
MBBS/ MD -
Gandhi Medical College
Hyderabad, Telangana08-2023
Skills
- Wet-lab/ tissue culture
- Microsoft office
- Research documentation
- Research grant design and proposal
- R-Studio
Honors & awards
- BEST RESEARCH PAPER 2020, Awarded Best research paper of the Year at National Medical Symposium for the paper 'A cross- sectional study on vegetarianism and its health benefits in persons aged 16 and above in Hyderabad, Telangana'
- COVID WARRIOR AWARD 2021, Awarded the title for working for a year in the covid wards at a tertiary centre for Gandhi Hospital. Managed more than 300 different patients, ranging from pregnancies to minor surgeries during the peak of covid waves affecting India
- FOUNDER OF 'CURIOSITY' 2021, Founded and was lead editor for the official medical magazine called CURIOSITY, which was published on the school website and read by more than 1000 students. The magazine is still being continued by the upcoming MS3 students each year
- VALEDICTORIAN 2023, Valedictorian for the graduating class of 2023, chose based on excellence in oratory skills and for having an exemplary academic record
- CO- FOUNDER OF 'THE HEALTH HERALD 2023, Co-founded a public health magazine aiming to simplify medicine for the masses to encourage dialogue. Designed and structured the website for the magazine. Currently serving as Lead Editor and Designer of magazine
- CHAIR OF POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATION, WCM- Currently serving as Chair, acting as an administrative liaison between postdoctoral associates, Weill Cornell Medicine leadership, and faculty. Advocating for the welfare and professional development of postdocs, while monitoring morale and ensuring a supportive environment across WCM.
Special mentions and features
- FEATURED STUDENT DOCTOR 2021, Featured on the National Newspaper- Telangana Today for speaking to high school students about medical education and healthcare. (Featured Article)
- FEATURED AUTHOR 2023, Featured on the annual journal of "Association of Women Surgeons" in 2023 for highlighting the journey of an IMG in USMLE. (Featured Article)
Hobbies and Interests
- Trained singer of 12+ years in classical music, having won multiple BEST SINGER awards at competitions and showcases.
- A guitarist, having trained for 2 years and having showcased multiple songs at competitions
- Reading and writing, whilst having a WordPress blog to post poems and essays. (Blog- Irrational epiphanies )
- An avid gamer, having played both console and PC games from the past 10 years
Research
- Turaga AH. Incidental Detection and Management of a Neuroendocrine Carcinoid Tumor of the Appendix in a Young Male Patient. Cureus. 2023 Aug 30;15(8):e44386. doi: 10.7759/cureus.44386. PMID: 37779738
- Turaga AH. The Optimal Dosing and Timing of Tranexamic Acid in Reducing Perioperative Bleeding and Transfusion Requirements in Vascular Surgery Patients: A Systematic Review. Cureus. 2023 Aug 22;15(8):e43947. doi: 10.7759/cureus.43947. PMID: 37746423
- Turaga AH. Hiatal Hernia to Bochdalek: A Case Report. Cureus. 2023 Aug 21;15(8):e43859. doi: 10.7759/cureus.43859. PMID: 37736470; PMCID: PMC10511027.
- Turaga AH. Comparative Analysis of Outcomes and Complications of Pediatric Trauma Surgeries Performed by General Surgeons Versus Specialized Pediatric Trauma Surgeons: A Review of the Literature. Cureus. 2023 Jul 25;15(7):e42441. doi: 10.7759/cureus.42441
- Turaga AH. Endovenous Laser Ablation-Phlebectomy-Sclerotherapy Hybrid Treatment for Venous Insufficiency: A Case Report. Cureus. 2023 Jul 19;15(7):e42161. doi: 10.7759/cureus.42161. PMID: 37602122
- Turaga AH. Vegetarianism and Its Implications for Body Mass Index, Health, and Dietary Awareness in a Metropolitan City in India: A Cross-Sectional Study. Cureus. 2023 Jul 20;15(7):e42187. doi: 10.7759/cureus.42187. PMID: 37602009
- Turaga AH. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Protocols for Improving Outcomes for Patients Undergoing Major Colorectal Surgery. Cureus. 2023 Jul 12;15(7):e41755. doi: 10.7759/cureus.41755. PMID: 37575751
- Turaga AH, Salem YH. Transoral incisionless fundoplication and open hiatal hernia repair: A case report. Front Gastroenterol. 2023;2. doi:10.3389/fgstr.2023.1207659. Available from: https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/gastroenterology/articles/10.3389/fgstr.2023.1207659
- Al Asadi H, Najah H, Marshall T, Salehi N, Turaga A, Finnerty BM, Fahey TJ 3rd, Zarnegar R. The impact of obesity on gastroesophageal reflux disease recurrence following re-operative anti-reflux surgery. Surg Endosc. 2024 Nov;38(11):6389-6395. doi: 10.1007/s00464-024-11182-2. Epub 2024 Aug 30. PMID: 39214878.
- Salehi N, Cygiel G, Marshall T, Al Asadi H, Tumati A, Turaga A, Alqamish M, Finnerty BM, Fahey TJ 3rd, Zarnegar R. Clinical outcomes of endoscopic balloon dilation for dysphagia after anti-gastroesophageal reflux surgery. Surg Endosc. 2024 Nov;38(11):6894-6900. doi: 10.1007/s00464-024-11203-0. Epub 2024 Aug 29. PMID: 39210060.
- Thapa S, Allakky A, Turaga A. OCP-driven hypertriglyceridaemia and recurrent acute pancreatitis BMJ Case Reports CP 2023;16:e257067.
Certification
- OET (Gold Standard) 2023
- Basic Life Support- Accredited by AHA
- Certification in Basic Surgical Skills (BSS)
- National Healthcare Disaster Certification
- CITI Certification
Timeline
Research Fellow | Human Therapeutic Organoid Core
Weill Cornell Medicine
04.2024 - Current
Surgical Research Fellow | Fahey-Zarnegar Lab
Weill Cornell Medicine
01.2024 - Current
Visiting Medical Extern
HCA Clearlake Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
Visiting Medical Extern
South Coast Global Hospital
04.2023 - 05.2023
Junior Surgical Trainee
Prasad's Hospital
03.2022 - 12.2023
Consultant Physician
UNICEF India
08.2021 - 02.2022
Medical Intern
Gandhi Hospital
03.2020 - Current
- OET (Gold Standard) 2023
- Basic Life Support- Accredited by AHA
- Certification in Basic Surgical Skills (BSS)
- National Healthcare Disaster Certification
- CITI Certification
MBBS/ MD -
Gandhi Medical College
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