Catherine Kindschuh
Brooklyn,NY
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant Gifford Lab
Stanford Medicine Dept. of Genetics/Stem Cell Biol
Stanford, CA
10.2023 - 06.2025
- Study cell specification, organization and maturation giving rise to Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS)
- Assist in conducting protein assays and utilizing immunofluorescence to quantify cell proliferation
- Phenotype HLHS-cardioids derived from human induced pluripotent stem cells
- Performed and presented research on three experiments, linking findings to clinical outcomes in HLHS patients
HUG Camp Counselor Dept. of Adolescent Psychiatry
Maimonides Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed case load of 8-12 patients including personal histories and psychological profiles
- Collaborated with team of counselors to plan and implement group therapy sessions that promote social skills and emotional regulation among diverse patient groups
- Facilitated psycho-educational group with addiction/mental health information and strategies for recovery
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development
- Communicated with patients family members and social workers as appropriate
Research Associate NYCHH South Brooklyn Health
NYCHH South Brooklyn Health
Brooklyn, NY
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Established first-ever NYC Pediatric Drowning Resuscitation Network, linking data from pre-hospital
response to patient discharge - Assisted medical providers in development of clinical best practices to respond to pediatric submersion injuries
- Organized community-wide educational symposium entitled “Advances in Resuscitation and Regional
Management of Pediatric Submersion Injuries” for medical professionals and community leaders - Conducted in-depth literature review and was 3rd leading author of “Chronic intermittent cyanosis without respiratory distress” publishing in Critical Care and Resuscitation (CCRJ)
Shadower of Jared C. LaCorte, MD
Pediatric Cardiology
Staten Island, NY
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Completed approximately 120 hours, consisting of signing in patients, collecting vitals (height, weight, blood
pressure, heart rate, O2 Sat, as well as noting any present conditions/medications) - Collected concise, pertinent medical history and updated patient charts
- Performed EKGs and auscultations
- Learned how to conduct and interpret cardiac ultrasounds
- Assisted in counseling patients on their cardiac health and general wellness
Summer Intern Office of Medical Safety
Johnson and Johnson Consumer Company
Skillman, NJ
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Studied ingredient safety and efficacy for children’s OTC cough and melatonin syrups
- Studied environmental factors that contribute to minor wound infections
- Assisted in organizing clinical study known as “PROTECT” focused on creating and testing child-resistant pill
organizers - Learned about consumer product regulation on a global scale
NYCHH Volunteer
South Brooklyn Health Emergency Department
Brooklyn, NY
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Organized Summer “Sunsational” Community Health Fair in Breezy Point, NY
Ocean Lifeguard
Breezy Point Cooperative
Queens, NY
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Supervised swimming activities and provided emergency care
- Red Cross Lifeguarding/Waterfront/First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
- Volunteered to mentor for the junior lifeguarding program, educating a group of 8-9 year olds on water safety, rip current awareness, and aquatic skills over a 4-week summer course
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Stanford University
06.2025
High School Diploma -
St. Saviour High School
06.2021
Skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MATLAB, Python, ImageJ
- Experience with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other therapeutic interventions
- Comfort with pediatric and developmentally disabled populations
Timeline
HUG Camp Counselor Dept. of Adolescent Psychiatry
Maimonides Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Undergraduate Research Assistant Gifford Lab
Stanford Medicine Dept. of Genetics/Stem Cell Biol
10.2023 - 06.2025
Shadower of Jared C. LaCorte, MD
Pediatric Cardiology
07.2023 - 08.2023
Research Associate NYCHH South Brooklyn Health
NYCHH South Brooklyn Health
06.2023 - 09.2023
NYCHH Volunteer
South Brooklyn Health Emergency Department
06.2022 - 08.2022
Summer Intern Office of Medical Safety
Johnson and Johnson Consumer Company
05.2022 - 08.2022
Ocean Lifeguard
Breezy Point Cooperative
06.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Stanford University
High School Diploma -
St. Saviour High School
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