Kaylahn Jones
5138 Unity Way, Madison,WI
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Social Media Co-Chair, Instagram
Skin Depth
Kansas City, MO
05.2025 - Current
- Design captivating social media updates showcasing innovative dermatology research articles to enhance follower knowledge on evolving dermatologic discoveries.
Social Media Chair
Dermatology Interest Group Association (DIGA)
Kansas City, MO
06.2024 - Current
- Developed engaging social media content to enhance dermatology education outreach.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and organizations to create educational opportunities for medical students.
- Partnered with residency programs to increase exposure to dermatology among aspiring medical students.
Region II Advocacy Chair
Student National Medical Association
Kansas City, MO
05.2024 - Current
- Facilitated workshops on healthcare policy and leadership development for students.
- Developed communication strategies to promote awareness of health disparities.
Osteopathic Committe AACOM COSPG Liason
Student National Medical Association
Kansas City, MO
08.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversaw AMEC AACOM scholarship program aimed at pre-medical students interested in Osteopathic Medicine.
- Participated in the national Osteopathic Committee of SNMA, with students from other osteopathic universities to foster collaboration and advocacy for minority medical students.
Research Liason For Kansas City University
Council of Student Goverment Presidents
Kansas City, MO
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with student government members from various osteopathic medical schools to expand research opportunities for DO students.
- Facilitated selection process for Kansas City University's student researcher of the year award.
Student Volunteer
Anatomy Academy Kansas City University
Kansas City , MO
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Engaged with students across several elementary schools in Kansas City, MO, to promote awareness of sun safety and skincare education.
Student Volunteer
Student Run Clinic Kansas City University
Kansas City, MO
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in providing care for underserved populations through collaboration with healthcare professionals at a free clinic.
- Acquired clinical experience in conducting physical exams and writing patient notes.
- Formulated differential diagnoses to support effective patient management.
- Created detailed patient care plans aimed at improving treatment outcomes.
Student Government Class Vice President
Kansas City University
Kansas City, MO
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners, administration, and students to establish new policies, strategies, and events promoting student success and wellness.
Advisory Board Member
Campus Cupboard Kansas City University
Kansas City, MO
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated establishment of grocery cupboard for students to combat food insecurity.
- Collected and analyzed student feedback to identify needed items and improvements.
- Volunteered at campus cupboard, assisting with operations between classes.
Research Committee Member
National Medical Association of Dermatology (NMA)
Kansas City, MO
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Facilitated organization of conferences, seminars, webinars, and workshops aimed at advancing dermatological research.
Dermatology Club Vice President
Kansas City University
Kansas City, MO
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Coordinated club events and meetings to enhance member education and exposure to the field of dermatology.
Student Government Association Class Senator
Kansas City University
Kansas City, MO
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with administration to improve campus policies and student experiences.
Dermatology Club COM 27 Representative
Kansas City University
Kansas City, MO
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Orchestrated event coordination and communicated information to class members regarding opportunities to explore dermatology
Club President
Volunteer Around the World
Hampton, VA
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Assisted in founding Hampton University Chapter of Volunteer Around the World.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver care to underserved patients in Panama, Dominican Republic, and Vietnam.
- Recruited volunteers for missions, organized supplies, and coordinated travel plans.
Education
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine -
Kansas City University College of Medicine
Kansas City 05-2027
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Kansas City University College of Biosciences
Kansas City, MO05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05-2020
Research Presentations and Publications
- Depina, J., Leiber, K., Shelestak, J., Jones, K., Hodzic, L., Dobson, J., Woolhiser, E., Trends in Medicaid Distribution of Prescription Minoxidil from 2015-2024 as a Proxy for Hair Loss Incidence in the U.S., AAD Annual Meeting, Denver, CO, March 27th, 2026
- Oladinni, D., Sataray-Rodriguez, A., Rabeeah, Z., Tan, I., Depina, J., Gomeniouk, O., Jones, K., Vinagolu-Baur, Mechanisms Driving Altered Treatment Responses in Vulvar Dermatological Conditions with Autoimmune Components, AAD Innovation Academy, Chicago, IL, July 10th, 2025.
- Fritts, H., Jensen, L., Jones, K., Maya, T., Wahab, G., Limbana, T., Vinagolu-Baur, J., Fraiser, K., "The Rise of Dangerous At-Home "Treatments" for Psoriasis and Hidradenitis Suppurativa" Inflammatory Skin Disease Summit, New York City, NY, November 12th 2025.
- Jones, K., Bittel, D., O’brien, J., Kibiryeva, N., Holets-Bondar, L., Filla, M., "Investigating the Role of Small Cajal Body-Associated RNAs (scaRNAs) in Congenital Heart Defects: "A Study of SNORD94 Regulation of Alternative Splicing in Vertebrate Heart Development", American Society of Human Genetics Conference, Denver, CO, November 7th, 2024.
Accomplishments
Class of 1961 Scholarship est. by Lief E. Adams, D.O and Shara L. Adams, R.N., 2025
A scholarship awarded to a medical student who is passionate about the osteopathic principals of medicine.
A scholarship awarded to a medical student who is passionate about the osteopathic principals of medicine.
Hobbies
- DJing
- Social Media Content Creator
- Digital Marketing
Certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Social Media Co-Chair, Instagram
Skin Depth
05.2025 - Current
Osteopathic Committe AACOM COSPG Liason
Student National Medical Association
08.2024 - 08.2025
Student Government Class Vice President
Kansas City University
08.2024 - 05.2025
Social Media Chair
Dermatology Interest Group Association (DIGA)
06.2024 - Current
Research Liason For Kansas City University
Council of Student Goverment Presidents
06.2024 - 06.2025
Student Volunteer
Anatomy Academy Kansas City University
06.2024 - 06.2025
Region II Advocacy Chair
Student National Medical Association
05.2024 - Current
Student Volunteer
Student Run Clinic Kansas City University
05.2024 - 06.2025
Research Committee Member
National Medical Association of Dermatology (NMA)
05.2024 - 05.2025
Dermatology Club Vice President
Kansas City University
03.2024 - 03.2025
Student Government Association Class Senator
Kansas City University
09.2023 - 05.2024
Advisory Board Member
Campus Cupboard Kansas City University
05.2023 - 05.2025
Dermatology Club COM 27 Representative
Kansas City University
03.2023 - 03.2024
Club President
Volunteer Around the World
06.2016 - 06.2019
Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine -
Kansas City University College of Medicine
Master of Science - Biomedical Sciences
Kansas City University College of Biosciences
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Hampton University