Gabriela Avila Fioranelli

2025–Present
KPCOM, Nova Southeastern University
Perceptions of menopause and use of MHT in high-income countries — Mentor: Gina Foster, M.D.

• Conducting a scoping review examining women’s perceptions, symptom management strategies, and international guideline use of menopausal hormone therapy.

2022–Present
Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine
Systematic Review on BREAST-Q — Mentor: Aaron Dingle, Ph.D.

• Led research team on a systematic review assessing quality of life after breast reconstruction.

2021–2023
Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine
Diversity in Citation Practices — Mentor: Aaron Dingle, Ph.D.

• Led research team conducting an internal audit of laboratory citation practices.
• Poster Presentation: UW Women’s Health and Health Equity Research Lecture & Symposium (2022)
• Oral Presentation: Annual Resident Research Day, Department of Plastic Surgery, UW–Madison (2022)

2020
Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Medicine
Role of YPEL1 Gene in Nerve Regeneration — Mentor: Aaron Dingle, Ph.D.

• Conducted literature review and gene array analysis to investigate the role of YPEL1 in nerve regeneration.

• Fioranelli GA, Lo Y, Jesch AK, Laluzerne MJ, Donnelly D, Lyon SM, Dingle AM. Diversity Drives Representation: An Internal Audit of Gender Representation in Citation Practices of a Single Surgical Laboratory. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2024 Jun 14;12(6):e5823. doi: 10.1097/GOX.0000000000005823.
• Abu Shaban, J., Ávila Fioranelli, G., Ramanathan, P., & Ravigopal, T. (2025). Burnout in healthcare: Perspectives in the field. Spring 2025 Newsletter, Suicide and Violence Prevention Office, Nova Southeastern University .

Honors Anatomy Fellow — Nova Southeastern University KPCOM (2025)

• Selected as an Honors Anatomy Fellow to support peer learning and reinforce foundational anatomical knowledge through structured review and mentoring.

FIMS Bridge Program (M.S. FIMS) — Nova Southeastern University KPCOM (2024–2025)

• Served as a mentor to pre-medical students, conducting review sessions across multiple courses and providing academic guidance.

Anatomy Study Tables (M.S. FIMS Program) — Nova Southeastern University KPCOM (2024)

• Led anatomy review sessions, reinforcing key concepts and supporting student preparation for examinations.

Dean’s Scholarship, Nova Southeastern University KPCOM — Awarded for academic excellence; top 10 students in class (2024–2025)

Bryan’s Aspiring Psychology Student Award, University of Wisconsin–Madison — Awarded for academic excellence; top GPA among newly declared Psychology majors (2022)

Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, University of Wisconsin–Madison — Elected Member (2023–Present)
Recognized for outstanding academic achievement and high standards of integrity; awarded to top students in the liberal arts and sciences.

Vice President, [Psychiatry Student Interest Group Network], Nova Southeastern University KPCOM (2025–Present)

• Organized and led academic and community events.
• Coordinated with faculty and peers to expand programming and mentorship opportunities.

Health Fair Leader, Nova Southeastern University KPCOM (August 2025)

• Coordinated community health fair at St. Clement’s Catholic Church, overseeing site logistics and supply distribution.
• Ensured smooth event operations and delivery of health education/resources to underserved populations.

Volunteer Counselor, Camp Boggy Creek (2025)

• Supported families of children with serious illnesses during weekend retreat.
• Facilitated recreational activities (swimming, boating, fishing, arts & crafts, archery) and provided emotional support.

Volunteer, Mobile School Pantry (2024–2025)

• Partnered with Title I schools to provide nutritious food access to families.
• Assisted with unloading produce, packing bags, and event set-up/clean-up to ensure efficient food distribution.