Alexander McCormick

Pre-medical student with hands-on experience in clinical research, patient care, and biospecimen management. Skilled in EPIC screening, laboratory protocols, and patient interactions through work at Boston Medical Center. Passionate about integrating science and compassionate care in healthcare. Recipient of multiple academic honors, with an expected B.A. in Biological Science from Boston University in May 2025.

James Kerrigan Memorial Scholarship Recipient

Boston University Pre-Med Society Member Intramural Sports Participant

• Sports Memorabilia Collector
• Travel
• Community Volunteering

• Advanced Spanish
• Greek Studies

Thanksgiving Food Basket Volunteer, Detroit, MI, Collaborated with a team to prepare and distribute hundreds of food baskets for families in need., Strengthened teamwork and communication while supporting the community.

• Waikar Nephrology Research Lab, Boston Medical Center, Clinical Research Assistant, 09/23, Present, Screen patients in EPIC to identify candidates for NIH Kidney Precision Medicine Project (KPMP) and an NAD supplementation trial for diabetic kidney disease., Attend and assist in kidney biopsies, ensuring proper sample hydration and preservation., Shadow Dr. Sushrut Waikar, Chief of Nephrology, during medical rounds, observing patient interactions and treatment discussions., Assist in patient study visits, explaining trial protocols and coordinating sample collection., Manage biospecimen inventory for research and ensure proper cryo-preservation., Contribute to team meetings, reviewing patient cases and discussing diagnostic strategies.
• Clinical Trial Sample Processing & Management, Laboratory Assistant, 09/23, Present, Process and store blood, urine, and tissue samples from clinical trials., Maintain digital logs for tracking and prioritization of samples., Follow strict laboratory protocols for biological specimen handling.
• Patient Interaction & Clinical Exposure, Meet with patients to explain study procedures, ensuring transparency and reducing anxiety., Provide emotional support during medical procedures., Participate in follow-up visits with biopsy patients, ensuring post-procedure well-being.

• Recipient of the James Kerrigan Memorial Scholarship