Kaandeeban Mohanraj

Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

November 2025 - December 2025, Clinical Observer, Department of Nephrology, Tampa General Hospital, University of South Florida, Tampa, United States.

June 2025 - August 2025, Clinical Attachment, Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, James Cook University Hospital,  Middlesbrough, United Kingdom.

July 2023 - October 2023, Awaiting professional registration with Tamil Nadu Medical Council. I spent this time preparing for USMLE exam and travelling with family.

[1] Relief in Sight:  as a Promising Therapy for Uremic Pruritus in Dialysis Patients (Poster), Virtual e-poster displayed at the Royal College of Physicians Annual Conference, Medicine 2025; Oral presentation at the AAPI MSRF Premed Research Symposium 2025, USA ; Manuscript currently under peer review.

[2] Enhancing CRBSI Prediction in Hemodialysis Patients: A Retrospective Audit and Machine Learning Based Study (Oral) presented at HOU Summit 2025, Amritsar, India

[3] Efficacy and Safety of PI3K Inhibitors in Hormone Receptor-Positive, HER2-Negative

Advanced Breast Cancer: A Meta-Analysis of Phase III Randomized Controlled Trials (Poster)

Abstract presented by co-author at San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium, Texas (December

2025). Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[4] Treatment of Multi-Resistant Prolactinomas with a Combination of Cabergoline and Octreotide: A Comprehensive Review (Poster) presented at Infuse 2024, All India Institute of Medical Sciences Bathinda, India

[5] Prolonged Survival in Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer: A Case of Multimodal Therapy (Poster), Virtual e-poster displayed at the Royal College of Physicians Annual Conference, Medicine 2025; Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[6] Redefining Anemia Management in CKD: Comparative Insights on Desidustat, Roxadustat, and Molidustat as Oral HIF-PH Inhibitors (Poster) , Virtual e-poster displayed at the Royal College of Physicians Annual Conference, Medicine 2025

[7] Crinercefont and Its Treatment for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia – A Review (Poster) , Virtual e-poster displayed at the Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health 2025, Glasgow, United Kingdom

[8] Mohanraj K, Dwivedi S, Srijamya, Izhar M. KV7 potassium channel modulator BHV-7000: A novel therapy in the treatment of epilepsy and other neurological disorders. EC Neurology. 2024;16(12):1-2.

Review:

[1]  Mast Cell Stabilizers for Uremic Pruritus in Hemodialysis Patients: A Systematic Review of Cromolyn Sodium and Ketotifen Across Two Decades of Evidence

Abstract submitted to American College of Physicians 2026 and European Renal Association 2026 conferences; Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[2] Atypical Delayed Hemorrhagic Varicella in Chronic Kidney Disease: Case Report and 25-Year Review of Adult Cases

Abstract submitted to American College of Physicians 2026 and ESCMID 2026 conferences; Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[3] Association Between Heart Failure Ejection Fraction Categories and Contrast-associated nephropathy outcomes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[4] The Emerging Role of Exosomes and Exosomal RNAs in Breast Cancer: A Review

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[5] Revisiting Papaverine for Cerebral Vasospasm: Mechanisms, Evidence, and Clinical Role

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[6] Human Placental Extract and Its Therapeutic Applications in Gynaecology: A Contemporary Review

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

Original Study:

[7] Pattern of Antibiotic Prescriptions – A Study among Medical Practitioners in the Region of Karaikal, Puducherry

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

Case Reports:

[8] A Rare Encounter: Hemorrhagic Chickenpox in the Setting of Chronic Kidney Disease

Abstract accepted for poster presentation at RCPE Medical Trainee conference 2026, Edinburgh (February 2026). Manuscript currently under peer review.

[9] HHV-6 Encephalitis in a Chronic Kidney Disease Patient: A Rare Case Report

Manuscript currently under peer review.

[10] Localized Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis Achieving Prolonged Remission with Methotrexate Plus Avacopan: A Case Report

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[11] Navigating the Diagnostic Maze: Multifocal Pulmonary Consolidation in a Case of

Lupus Nephritis, and Kikuchi Disease

Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[1] Vascular Access in Focus: Compliance with Global Standards at MMHRC,

Madurai

Presented at Clinical Society Meeting, MMHRC 2025 (March 2025); Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[2] Audit of FH Identification and Management in a UK Lipid Clinic: Are We Meeting

NICE Standards CG71 and TA393?

Abstract accepted for poster presentation at British Society of Endocrinology SFE-BES 2026,

Harrowgate 2026; Full manuscript currently in preparation and awaiting submission.

[1] The 2nd International Electronic Conference on Medicine (November 2025)

[2] The 3rd International Online Conference on Clinical Medicine (November 2025)

[3] Movement Disorders for General Practitioners Online Course, The International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society (October 2025)

[4] American Association of Physicians of India Origin MSRF and Premed Fall Virtual Research Symposium (October 2025)

[5] Royal College of Physicians Annual Meeting, Medicine 2025 in London, United Kingdom (June 2025)

[6] Royal College of Pediatrics and Child Health Annual Meeting in Glasgow, United Kingdom (March 2025)

[7] Infuse 2024, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bathinda, India (October 2024)

[8] Deciphering Demyelination, Department of Neurology, IGGGH&PGI in Puducherry, India (May 2024)

[9] Indian Medical Association Karaikal Chapter, CME in Karaikal, India (November 2023)

[10] Arrhythmia conference and workshop in ECG, IGMC&RI in Puducherry, India (2023)

[11] Active Case Finding Tuberculosis Training for Medical Interns, IGMC&RI, in Puducherry, India (2023)

[12] Pharmacovigilance Awareness Program, IGMC&RI, in Puducherry, India (2022)

[1] Lead Designer and Member, MedEd Team, Project IMG, NY (2024-Present)

Project IMG is a global initiative supporting international medical graduates (IMGs) through education, mentorship, and networking

During my tenure:

a) Served as lead designer for the MedEd Team, creating high-impact visuals to support IMG medical education.

b) Developed engaging social media content to expand audience reach and engagement.

c) Ensured consistent branding across all educational materials and platforms.

[2] Co-founder & Lead Designer, Infinite Maxims (2018 -2020):

Infinite Maxims is a student-led literary initiative and Instagram platform created to bring together writers from Puducherry and across India to share and celebrate their work.

During my tenure:

a) Co-founded the platform in collaboration with peers to promote creative writing and literary expression.

b) Organized a nationwide online writing competition and facilitated contributions to multiple published anthologies.

c) Conceptualized and co-created an original anthology showcasing the work of emerging writers across the country.

d) Served as lead designer and content manager, shaping brand identity and building the initiative into a thriving online literary community.

[3] Member, Literature and Debate Committee, Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute (2018 -2020):

The Literature and Debate Committee at IGMCRI fosters creative expression and student engagement in literary activities.

During my tenure:

a) Assisted in organizing literary events and competitions for medical students.

b) Contributed to the preparation and review of creative content for student-led publications.

c) Supported the committee in promoting writing and debate culture within the institution.

[1] Volunteer, Arthritis Foundation – Jingle Bell Run, Tampa (December 2025): Completed 3 hours of community service supporting event operations by working at the registration desk, facilitating participant check-in and coordination, and distributing event T-shirts to marathon participants, contributing to the smooth conduct of the run.

[2] Abstract Reviewer, ACC Quality Summit 2025 (July 2025): Reviewed and assessed research abstracts following marking guidelines, applying clinical acumen and research evaluation skills.

[3] Abstract Reviewer, American Public Health Association, APHA 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo (April 2025): Reviewed and assessed research abstracts following marking guidelines, applying clinical acumen and research evaluation skills.

[4] Abstract Reviewer, CHEST 2025 (March 2025): Evaluated 75 research abstracts and case reports, demonstrating expertise in scientific appraisal and critical analysis.

[5] Social media Team, Project IMG, NY (September 2024-September 2025): Lead designer for the Med Ed Team, creating high-impact visuals to support IMG medical education. Developed engaging social media content, ensuring consistent branding and expanding audience reach.

[6] Social Media Ambassador, MEDSTUDENTSNETWORK (October – November 2024): Promoted the Clinical Acumen webinar series, increasing awareness across colleges in Puducherry.

[7] Survey Volunteer, Department of Community Medicine, Indira Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute; State TB cell and NTEP State Task Force, Puducherry (December 2022 – January 2023): Conducted household surveys across Puducherry to identify potential active tuberculosis cases.

[1] Software & Tools: Jamovi, GraphPad Prism, RevMan (Cochrane), RStudio, EndNote, Zotero, MS Excel, SPSS, MS Word

[2] Programming & Statistical Languages: R

[3] Research Methods (Human Studies): Conducting structured interviews and focus group discussions; dataset management and curation

[4] Computational & Analytical Techniques: Survey design and analysis, descriptive and inferential statistics

Writing Quotes | Violin | Traveling | Cinephile | Listening Music

English | Tamil | Kannada

[1] Dr. Sampathkumar Krishnaswamy, MD., DNB, D.M (Nephro).

Senior Consultant & HOD,

Department of Nephrology

Mission Hospital and Research Centre,

Lake Area, Melur Road,

Madurai, Tamil -625 107

Email:drksampath@gmail.com

[2] Dr. Arutchelvam Vijayaraman MD,PhD

Consultant in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Obesity

James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

Email:vijayaraman.arutchelvam@nhs.net

[3] Prof. Hariharan Seetharaman, MBBS, MD, PhD, FCCM

Dean, Faculty of Medical Sciences,

The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine,

Trinidad and Tobago

Email:uwi.hariharan@gmail.com