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Darcy Meltzer-Tocci

Fort Lauderdale,Florida

Summary

Results-driven Doctor of Pharmacy and MBA candidate with 7+ years of experience in advancing clinical research and healthcare delivery. Proven expertise in implementing cutting-edge research methodologies, optimizing data collection processes, and conducting high-precision studies in neurodegenerative diseases. Strong leadership, project management, and analytical skills focused on driving excellence in the pharmaceutical sector.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern at Society for Participatory Medicine

Beth Israel Deaconess Research Center
Boston, MA
08.2024 - Current
  • Conducted data analysis to identify trends in patient-centered care initiatives.
  • Collaborated with teams to translate findings into actionable insights for patient outcomes.
  • Developed analytical models to evaluate the effectiveness of participatory medicine approaches.
  • Delivered reports and presentations on patient-centered care impact.

Clinical Informatics Intern

Harvard Medical School DCI, BIDMC, Pfizer
Boston, MA
06.2024 - Current
  • Presented weekly insights to Pfizer Medical Affairs on patient-centered informatics care.
  • Led strategies to optimize data collection and analysis, enhancing research efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate informatics in research projects.
  • Published a poster and two papers on patient-centered informatics care.

Professional Development Chair

Clinical Pharmacy Society, NSU Health Division
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
01.2024 - Current
  • Organized networking events with industry professionals for student engagement.
  • Built partnerships with healthcare providers to offer shadowing experiences.

Student Ambassador

Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business
Baltimore, MD
12.2023 - Current
  • Guided prospective students through the application process with personalized support.
  • Participated in patient education sessions to better assist healthcare-focused students.
  • Provided reliable mentorship to students, aiding in informed decision-making.

Chair, Diabetes and Immunization Initiatives

NSU Health Profession Division
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strategies to increase engagement in diabetes prevention and immunization programs.
  • Led community outreach to educate on diabetes management and the importance of vaccinations.
  • Provided leadership in developing, monitoring and evaluating policies and procedures related to organizational operations.

Alzheimer's Disease Research Associate

NSU Health Profession Division
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
08.2022 - Current
  • Conducted research on the effects of space travel on neurodegeneration in collaboration with NASA.
  • Analyzed potential cognitive decline risks associated with prolonged spaceflight.
  • Conducted literature reviews to identify gaps in existing knowledge and inform project objectives.

Clinical Research Coordinator

Athinoula A. Martinos Center, Harvard Research
Boston, MA
08.2020 - Current
  • Produced publications contributing to Parkinson's Disease (PD) and Alzheimer's Disease (AD) research.
  • Gained expertise in MRI and PET imaging, and related coding techniques.
  • Conducted data analysis for clinical trials to ensure accuracy and reliability.
  • Provided direct patient care for PD and AD, enhancing patient-centered treatment.
  • Now, currently help with ongoing projects and manuscript writing and review.

Hebrew School Teacher

Temple Beth Elohim
Boston, MA
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach Hebrew language, culture, and traditions to students.
  • Created engaging activities such as games, songs, crafts, and other interactive experiences for the students.
  • Conducted assessments of student progress to ensure understanding of material being taught.

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Barry And Judy Silverman NSU College of Pharmacy
Fort Lauderdale, FL
05-2026

MBA - Health Information Technology

Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business
Baltimore, MD
05-2025

Graduate Program in Foundations of Clinical Research - Clinical Research Coding

Harvard Medical School
Boston, MA
08-2023

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Brandeis University
Boston, MA
05-2020

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Project Management
  • Clinical Research Methodologies
  • Data Analysis and Extraction
  • Community Health Engagement
  • Advanced Research Techniques

Relevant Business Courses

  • Harvard Business School Online: Financial Accounting
  • Harvard Business School Online: Business Analytics
  • Johns Hopkins Carey Business School: Corporate Finance
  • Johns Hopkins Carey Business School: Health Care Financing
  • Johns Hopkins Carey Business School: Business Leadership and Values

Publications

  • Design, Synthesis, and Evaluation of Thienodiazepine Derivatives as Positron Emission Tomography Imaging Probes for Bromodomain and Extra-Terminal Domain Family Proteins
    Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. DOI: 10.1021/acs.jmedchem.1c01323
  • Synthesis and Characterization of a Positron Emission Tomography Imaging Probe Selectively Targeting the Second Bromodomain of Bromodomain Protein BRD4
    Bioconjugate Chemistry. DOI: 10.1021/acs.bioconjchem.1c00245
  • Discovery of Carbon-11 Labeled Sulfonamide Derivative: A PET Tracer for Imaging Brain NLRP3 Inflammasome
    Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters. DOI: 10.1016/j.bmclet.2021.127838
  • Development of a Potential PET Probe for HDAC6 Imaging in Alzheimer's Disease
    Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B. DOI: 10.1016/j.apsb.2022.05.017
  • Noninvasive Positron Emission Tomography Imaging of SIRT1 in a Model of Early-Stage Alcoholic Liver Disease
    Molecular Pharmaceutics. DOI: 10.1021/acs.molpharmaceut.2c00904
  • Toward AI-driven Neuroepigenetic Imaging Biomarker for Alcohol Use Disorder: A Proof-of-Concept Study
    iScience. DOI: 10.1016/j.isci.2024.110159
  • Monitoring Inflammatory, Immune System Mediators, and Mitochondrial Changes Related to Brain Metabolism During Space Flight
    Frontiers in Immunology. DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2024.1422864
  • Assessment of the Therapeutic Potential of Salubrinal for ME/CFS and Long-COVID
    Molecular Medicine. DOI: 10.1016/j.molmed.2024.10.001
  • Role of Vesicular Monoamine Transporter-2 for Treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Review
    Psychopharmacology. DOI: 10.1007/s00213-024-06686-7
  • Development and Evaluation of [11C]I-58: A Novel PET Radiotracer Targeting BRD4 BD2 for Advanced Epigenetic Imaging
    ACS Omega. DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.4c01495
  • Eczematous Drug Eruptions: Identification and Management of Pharmacological Culprits in Primary Care
    Dermatology Reports. DOI: 10.1002/der2.70004

Poster Presentations

  • "Unmasking the Hidden Drug Instigators of Eczematous Reactions", Presented at NSU College Interlace Competition
  • "Balancing Patient Privacy and Healthcare Innovation": Harvard Medical School Clinical Informatics Fellows with Pfizer Presentation
  • "The Influence of Gender on Psychotropic Prescription Administration", Harvard Medical Graduate Education Clinical Research Symposium
  • "Mathematical Modeling of Arterial Wall Dynamic Pressure", NSU College Interlace Competition
  • "Nestin-expressing cells in Hirschsprung disease", Harvard Medical School undergraduate summer experience

Timeline

Intern at Society for Participatory Medicine

Beth Israel Deaconess Research Center
08.2024 - Current

Clinical Informatics Intern

Harvard Medical School DCI, BIDMC, Pfizer
06.2024 - Current

Professional Development Chair

Clinical Pharmacy Society, NSU Health Division
01.2024 - Current

Student Ambassador

Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business
12.2023 - Current

Chair, Diabetes and Immunization Initiatives

NSU Health Profession Division
08.2023 - Current

Alzheimer's Disease Research Associate

NSU Health Profession Division
08.2022 - Current

Clinical Research Coordinator

Athinoula A. Martinos Center, Harvard Research
08.2020 - Current

Hebrew School Teacher

Temple Beth Elohim
01.2019 - 01.2021

Doctor of Pharmacy -

Barry And Judy Silverman NSU College of Pharmacy

MBA - Health Information Technology

Johns Hopkins Carey School of Business

Graduate Program in Foundations of Clinical Research - Clinical Research Coding

Harvard Medical School

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

Brandeis University
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