Ali Zaidi
Naperville,United States
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Volunteer
Loyola Hospital
Maywood, IL
06.2013 - 08.2016
- Co author: "FAK Kinase Activity Is Required for the Progression of c-MET/ß-Catenin-Driven Hepatocellular Carcinoma."
- Co author: "FAK is required for c-Met/ß-catenin-driven hepatocarcinogenesis."
- Performed Western Blots, Polymerase Reactions, as well as DNA extractions
- Learned how to perform plasmid preparations, prepare solutions, and analyze medical literature
- Developed an understanding of how to think critically and work independently while performing projects
Student Volunteer
Edward Hospital
Naperville, IL
08.2010 - 06.2013
- Performed Patient discharges, delivered food to patients, and directed visitors to patients' rooms
- Learned to treat patients as well as visitors with patience, humility and respect
Shadowing Student
Rush Oak Park Hospital
, IL
09.2015 - 05.2016
- Observed colonoscopy procedures as well as doctor-patient interaction during clinic hours
- Learned the proper etiquette and demeanor a physician must have when meeting with patients
- Grasped the delicacy and focus a physician must display while performing procedures
Volunteer
APPNA Clinic
12.2016 - Current
- Volunteered in a Pro Bono Clinic that helps treat and work with underprivileged people
- Filed patient paperwork and scheduled upcoming visits at the clinic
- Stressed the importance of acting with empathy and care
Volunteer
Ravenswood Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Supervise children during recess
- Engage with children by participating in sports or other forms of physical activity with them
- Learned the importance of stressing health and fitness starting at a young age as well as how to use empathy and patience while interacting with children
Biomedical and Operations Intern
Project C.U.R.E.
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Project C.U.R.E
- Is a non-profit organization whose mission is to collect and distribute medical supplies to countries in need around the world
- Keep the warehouse organized, coordinate activities for volunteer groups such as UCP Seguin, and help to ensure all products are ready to be loaded into a container and shipped to other countries
- Learning how to test and repair equipment that range from centrifuges and MRI machines to wheelchairs and walkers
Medical Student Volunteer
Rush Copley Medical Group
Aurora, IL
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Enrolled in a student observership under Dr. Tariq Rahim
- Interviewed patients and performed physical examinations
- observed medical procedures such as ERCP and colonoscopy
Education
Bachelor of Science: Biology, Minor in Bioethics -
Loyola University Chicago
05-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Osteopathic Medicine
Midwestern University
Downers Grove, ILExtra Curricularactivities
- Played club soccer for the Chicago Fire Juniors from August 2009 to June 2012. Learned how to work through differing opinions and work together properly.Enabled an understanding of how to balance academics, practice, competition, as well as volunteering
- Participated in the Muslim Student Association from August 2013 to May 2017. Helped organize certain events held on campus. Participated in weekly food sales held on campus. Learned how to work well with other people and function as part of a team.
Timeline
Medical Student Volunteer
Rush Copley Medical Group
03.2023 - 03.2024
Biomedical and Operations Intern
Project C.U.R.E.
09.2017 - 07.2018
Volunteer
Ravenswood Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2017
Volunteer
APPNA Clinic
12.2016 - Current
Shadowing Student
Rush Oak Park Hospital
09.2015 - 05.2016
Research Volunteer
Loyola Hospital
06.2013 - 08.2016
Student Volunteer
Edward Hospital
08.2010 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science: Biology, Minor in Bioethics -
Loyola University Chicago
Some College (No Degree) - Osteopathic Medicine
Midwestern University