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Clayton Moss

Clayton Moss

Tampa,USA

Summary

Highly motivated and dedicated Medical Doctor specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, currently completing residency training at the University of South Florida. Demonstrates expertise in anti-aging and functional medicine through active pursuit of an A4M fellowship and successful integration of Lifestyle Medicine into the residency curriculum. Proven leadership skills. Adept in designing and conducting comprehensive research studies, developing wellness programs, and creating educational content. Committed to advancing holistic patient care, metabolic health, and community engagement through innovative, evidence-based approaches and collaborative healthcare practices.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Assistant

University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC)
01.2021 - Current
  • Created a 46-question survey under the supervision of Dr
  • Marc Walker and survey methodologists at Qualtrics
  • Gathered 2,500 responses ensuring regional demographic diversity
  • Extracted hand-specific data to assess public perception of hand surgery
  • Investigated the palmar aponeurosis (A0 pulley) through an editorial review of a Yale University publication
  • Conducted in-house dissection of 24 cadaver thumbs to enhance anatomical descriptions of the thumb pulley system
  • Developed a geographic heat map using data from Mississippi patients born with cleft lip/palate

Research Assistant

Methodist Rehabilitation Center
12.2021 - 05.2023
  • Collaborating with Dr. Dobrivoje Stokic, VP of Research and Innovation, on a retrospective longitudinal study
  • Assessing the prevalence and evolution of spasticity in traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients from admission to discharge using the Modified Ashworth Scale
  • Gained expertise in research design, spasticity characteristics, and neuromuscular pathways through mentorship

Paid Intern

Institute for Human & Machine Cognition (IHMC)
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Split time between IHMC headquarters and Andrews Institute
  • Calibrated and field-tested various pieces of equipment for use in long-term studies

Education

Residency Board Certification - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05.2027

Doctor of Medicine - Medicine

University of Mississippi Medical Center (School of Medicine)
Jackson, MS
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry, Biology, Psychology

University of Mississippi
Oxford, MS
05.2023

Skills

  • Well Roundedness and Dedication to Patient Centered Care
  • Leadership & Management
  • Communication
  • Teaching & Mentorship
  • Content Creation

Certification

  • USMLE Step 1, 05/21
  • USMLE Step 2, 06/22
  • USMLE Step 3, 09/24
  • Basic Life Support, 08/21
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 09/22
  • Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, National Academy of Sports Medicine, 06/22

Activities / Leadership

  • Institute for Human & Machine Cognition (IHMC), Pensacola, FL, Research Intern, 05/20, 08/20, DARPA-Funded “Peerless” Project, Determine if genotypic and phenotypic characteristics can predict selection for special forces, specifically Navy SEALs., SOCOM-Funded Project, Test the effects of consumed ketone esters on cognitive function during high-altitude military situations.
  • University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), Jackson, MS, Research Assistant, 01/21, Present, Survey Development & Analysis, Created a 46-question survey under the supervision of Dr. Marc Walker., Anatomical Research, Investigated the palmar aponeurosis through an editorial review., Geographic Demographic Mapping, Developed a geographic heat map using data from Mississippi patients.
  • Methodist Rehabilitation Center, Jackson, MS, Research Assistant, 02/22, Present, Spasticity Study, Assessing the prevalence and evolution of spasticity in TBI patients.

Academic Honors

  • Dean’s Honor Roll, Spring 2016, Fall 2016, Spring 2017, Spring 2019
  • ACS Outstanding General Chemistry Student Award, 2016
  • Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, 2017, 2018, 2019
  • National Society of Collegiate Scholars, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
  • Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization, 2017, 2018, 2019
  • Gamma Sigma Alpha National Honor Society, 2018, 2019
  • Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society, 2018
  • Inducted into the Gulf Breeze High School Hall of Fame, 06/15

Publications / Presentations

  • The Role of the A0 Pulley in Trigger Finger, M. Mukit, C. Moss, M. Walker, Journal of Xiangya Medicine, Accepted, 03/03/22
  • The Scope of Plastic Surgery as Seen Through the Eyes of the Average American: A Survey, C. Moss, K. Brown, M. Mukit, M. Walker, Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC), Toronto, Canada, 06/22, ePoster
  • Redefining the Pulley System of the Thumb: Back to the Anatomy Lab, J. Sullivan, J. Jabbour, W. Day, S. Dogar, C. Moss, M. Walker, Southeastern Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons (SESPRS), Park City, UT, 06/22, Poster Presentation

Activities / Leadership

  • UMMC PM&R Interest Group, President, Summer 2022, Present
  • Associated Student Body, Wellness Officer, Spring 2021, Graduation
  • Wellness Integration Committee, Vice President, 02/21, Present

Volunteer Experience

  • Food Recovery Network, Leadership Committee, Fall 2020, Present
  • Feed the Hunger Event, Volunteer Member, 03/17, 03/19

Personal Information

Hobbies: Reading, Water Sports, Outdoor Activities, Fitness, Travel

Timeline

Research Assistant

Methodist Rehabilitation Center
12.2021 - 05.2023

Research Assistant

University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC)
01.2021 - Current

Paid Intern

Institute for Human & Machine Cognition (IHMC)
05.2020 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Biochemistry, Biology, Psychology

University of Mississippi
  • USMLE Step 1, 05/21
  • USMLE Step 2, 06/22
  • USMLE Step 3, 09/24
  • Basic Life Support, 08/21
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 09/22
  • Certified Sports Nutrition Coach, National Academy of Sports Medicine, 06/22

Residency Board Certification - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

University of South Florida

Doctor of Medicine - Medicine

University of Mississippi Medical Center (School of Medicine)
Clayton Moss