AYESHA ASHRAF
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Fourth-year student at UCLA majoring in Human Biology and Society
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Mark Davidson GI
Beverly Hills, USA
07.2025 - Current
- Support daily clinic workflow by rooming patients, obtaining vitals, documenting relevant history, and coordinating next steps with the care team
- Assist with scheduling, patient communication, and maintaining accurate records in the electronic medical record
Pulmonary Clinical Research Intern
The Airways and Exercise Physiology Laboratory, UCLA Health
09.2024 - Current
- Conducts research on Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, HIV, and COPD, assisting with patient screening, data collection, and follow-ups
- Performs pulmonary function tests (PFTs) and collects vital signs, samples, and medical histories to support studies
Clinical Shadowing Student
PULSE at UCLA, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Shadows physicians weekly across various specialties, gaining firsthand exposure to clinical practices and patient care
- Conducts case study presentations each quarter, analyzing complex medical cases and applying clinical reasoning skills
Wet Lab Research Assistant
UCLA Health
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted advanced genetic analysis including PCR, gel electrophoresis, and genotyping, contributing to research on Glut 3's role in neuronal development and disease.
- Managed and processed tissue samples for immunostaining, ensuring accurate data collection for studies on the effects of ketogenic diets on Glut 3 knockout mice
General Volunteer
UCLA Health
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assists in the Patient Transport office at the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center by discharging patients, assisting in transfers, and helping the patient transport staff
- Engage patients through the Art at Bedside program, providing creative activities to support emotional well-being and recovery
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology and Society
UCLA
03-2026
Current Leadership And Service
- Hollywood Food Coalition
- UMMA Volunteer Project
- Learning Assistant, UCLA (Receive class credit)
- Outreach Director, IGNITE at UCLA
- External Executive Director, Universities Allied for Essential Medicines at UCLA
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Mark Davidson GI
07.2025 - Current
Pulmonary Clinical Research Intern
The Airways and Exercise Physiology Laboratory, UCLA Health
09.2024 - Current
Clinical Shadowing Student
PULSE at UCLA, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Wet Lab Research Assistant
UCLA Health
01.2024 - 06.2024
General Volunteer
UCLA Health
01.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology and Society
UCLA