Kai Mongan

Ambitious medical student with exceptional skills in patient interviewing and assessment. Sound knowledge of anatomy and physiology with an understanding of medical terminology allowing for aid in diagnosis, disease causes, symptoms, and likely progression based on patient histories, examinations, and diagnostic testing. Diligent about addressing every need with a conscientious and detail-oriented approach. Talented at researching and presenting current literature in a logical, concise manner. Overall, a quality-driven team player with a strong passion for medicine, research, patient care, learning new tasks, procedures, and concepts quickly.

Abstracts

• Qazi A, Kumar A, Sharma A, Calzadilla N, Weber C, Mongan K, Saksena S, Dudeja P, Alrefai W, Gill R. Intestinal epithelial specific AhR deficient mice exhibit increased severity of experimentally induced chronic colitis. May 2022. DOI: 10.1096/fasebj.2022.36.S1.R6171
• Sharma A, Qazi A, Anbazhagan A, Calzadilla N, Weber C, Mongan K, Dudeja P, Saksena S, Alrefai W, Gill R. Characterization of a Novel Inducible Mouse Model of Intestinal Epithelial Cell Specific Overexpression of SLC6A4 and Implications in Health and Intestinal Inflammation. May 2022. DOI: 10.1016/S0016-5085(22)61223-X
• Qazi A, Kumar A, Sharma A, Mongan K, Holton N, Bhalala J, Ahmed S, Malhotra P, Calzadilla N, Bakthavachalam V, Weber C, Saksena S, Dudeja P, Alrefai W, Gill R. Depletion of AhR Ligands in Diet Worsens Inflammatory Conditions in Mice with Chronic DSS-Induced Colitis. May 2021
• Calzadilla N, Qazi A, Kumar A, Sharma A, Mongan K, Holton N, Bhalala J, Ahmed S, Pooja M, Bakthavachalam V, Weber C, Saksena S, Dudeja P, Alrefai W, Gill R. Multi-Omic Analysis of the Microbiome and Fecal Metabolome in Mice with Experimentally Induced Chronic Colitis. May 2021. DOI: 10.1096/fasebj.2021.35.S1.03236

Case Study

• Damalanka V, LeClair N, Mongan K, Kovacs P, Mongan P, Hoefangel A. Use of Combined Spinal/Epidural Analgesia in an Obstetric Patient with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and a Chiari Malformation Type 1. April 2022 DOI: 10.39127/2022/JRAPM:1000113

Manuscripts

• Cassim Bawa F, Hu S, Gopoju , Shiyab A, Mongan K, Xu Y, Pan X, Clark A, Hui W, Zhang Y. Adipocyte Retinoic Acid Receptor Alpha Prevents Obesity and Steatohepatitis by Regulating Energy Expenditure and Lipogenesis. October 2023. DOI: 10.1002/oby.23929
• Calzadilla N, Qazi A, Sharma A, Mongan K, Comiskey S, Manne J, Youkhana A, Khanna S, Seksena S, Dudeja P, Alrefai W, Gill R. Mucosal Metabolomic Signatures in Chronic Colitis: Novel Insights into the Pathophysiology of Inflammatory Bowel Disease. July 2023. DOI: 10.3390/metabo13070873

Reviews

• Yerigeri K, Kadante S, Mongan K, Boyer O, Burke L, Sethi S, Licht C, Raina R. Atypical Hemolytic-Uremic Syndrome: Genetic Basis, Clinical Manifestations, and a Multidisciplinary Approach to Management. 2023. DOI: 10.2147/JMDH.S245620
• Kadant S, Satariano S, Massey M, Mongan K, Raina R. The Role of Inflammation in CKD. 2023. DOI: 10.3390/cells12121581

Member of NEOMED Zhang Lab Group | NEOMED

Rootstown, OH - August 2022 - May 2023

• Collaborated with Dr. Zhang, MD, and Dr. Nafrisha Cassim Bawa, PhD
• Contributed to the publication of manuscript: Adipocyte Retinoic Acid Receptor Alpha Prevents Obesity and Steatohepatitis by Regulating Energy Expenditure and Lipogenesis
• Aided in investigation, conceptualization, and writing

NEOMED Summer Research Fellowship: Zhang Lab | NEOMED

Rootstown, OH - May 2022 - August 2022

• Research Project: HNF4⍺ is a Critical Transcriptional Regulator of SRB1, results demonstrated HNF4⍺ contributes to hepatic cholesterol elimination through regulating reverse cholesterol transport by enhancing transcriptional activity of SRB1
• Presented findings at Northeast Ohio Medical University Research Symposium, November 18th 2022
• Independently conducted project on the effects of murine liver-specific knockout models on hepatic lipid metabolism and inflammation

Research Assistant (Ravinder Gill, PhD, Lab) | University Of Illinois

University Of Illinois - Chicago, IL - 06/2020-07/2021

• Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures, and tests
• Experience in statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis using software tools such as excel, PRISM, Imagej (Density analysis for Western blots)
• Performed RNA extractions, RT-PCR, Western Blots plasmid purification, prepared protein lysates
• Gained valuable experience in maintaining stem cell lines, ie. Caco-2 cells for transfections, bacterial transformation, siRNA transfection, Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry

Research Assistant (Tobias Eckle, MD, Lab) | University Of Colorado Denver

University of Colorado Denver- Denver, CO - 10/ 2018 - 07/2019

• Aided in investigation of the effect of intense light-mediated circadian cardioprotection through transcriptional induction of glycolytic enzymes
• Assisted in laboratory procedures (Western blot, PCR), and surgery on mice

Metro Care Ambulance - Denver, CO Life Line Screening Of America LLC - Denver, Colorado Prism Pain Management - Aurora, Colorado

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN | 02/2019 to 08/2019

• Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients in field or in transit

• Evaluated patient vital signs, status, and communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care to determine care needs

• Executed well-informed critical decision-making in high-pressure situations

• Demonstrated strong commitment to quality care through continuous training and development

• Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation

• Operated emergency vehicles to transport critical patients

• Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes

• Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT | 09/2018 to 06/2019

• Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results

• Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies

• Performed bone density, EKG's, and peripheral arterial disease tests

• Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation

• Responded appropriately to physical, emotional, and developmental needs of patients

• Ambulated, turned and positioned patients.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT | 02/2018 to 09/2018

• Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns

• Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, spO2, and pulse

• Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies

• Electronically input test orders requested by clients

• Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies

• Collection of lab specimens

Akron Access Women's Homeless Shelter Volunteer

2024-Current

• Provided compassionate support and guidance, helping guests navigate available community resources.
• Developed meaningful relationships with guests, fostering trust and open communication between staff and residents.
• Provided engaging educational sessions on women's health maintenance

Open M Free Clinic Volunteer

2023-Current

• Enhanced patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive care during clinic visits.
• Assisted medical professionals in conducting health assessments and screenings for accurate diagnosis.
• Improved patient understanding of treatment plans through clear communication and information sharing.

University of Colorado Children's Hospital: Annual Courage Classic Bike Race Volunteer

2019-2023

• Helped guide riders along the route, assisted with directions and helped monitor riders' safety

Tutoring Chicago

2020-2021

• Tutored and mentored underprivileged elementary and middle school students in Math, English, and Social Studies

• Anesthesiology Interest Group
• Ophthalmology Interest Group

• Primary Care Champions Program: Completed professional development in mentoring college science students to encourage pursuing a career in the healthcare field
• Nominated for Tutor of the Year 2023: Created well-organized, high-yield lectures, and practice questions to aid students in preparing for exams and Step 1