Kirti Muthaiah
Chapel Hill,NC
Summary
A dedicated and highly motivated first-year undergraduate pre-med student pursuing a dual degree in Neuroscience and Public Health. With a passion for healthcare, research, and a commitment to serving my community, I have amassed a wealth of experience in clinical research, community leadership, and public health initiatives. I have demonstrated strong organizational and communication skills in research settings, have held key leadership roles in prominent student organizations, and have actively contributed to community-based projects. My passion and commitment to learning drives my success within the academic and extracurricular realm and I am eager to further broaden my knowledge and challenge myself through immersive opportunities. I am currently looking for experiences that will allow me to further explore clinical research methodologies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STUDENT RESEARCHER & COMPETITOR
GSEF, Sigma Xi, JHU Conference, Lumiere
Atlanta, GA
01.2019 - 04.2023
- Qualified for the Georgia Science & Engineering Fair, presented about the effect of natural molecules on the a-Synuclein protein in a C.elegans model of Parkinson's disease; Placed 1st & won Best in Microbiology category
- Chosen to present at the annual Sigma Xi Student Research Showcase about my development of a novel antimicrobial coating utilizing natural molecules to prevent the spread of E.coli related nosocomial infections from prevalent hospital equipment; Nominated for associate membership @ Sigma Xi
- Selected for the Johns Hopkins Global Health Leaders Conference and chosen to present my project on nosocomial infections & their impact on global healthcare
- Accepted to Lumiere Independent Summer Research Program and conducted research on the role of LRP6 in Coronary Artery Disease and Atherosclerosis; completed 10 pg. paper & earned A+ distinction @ annual Lumiere symposium
Clinical Intern
Georgia Clinic, Cumming Rheumatology
Atlanta, GA
09.2021 - 04.2023
- 250+ hours completed at Georgia Clinic; conducted nursing duties and shadowed health professionals at the family practice clinic
- Processed patient information, organized patient files, faxed documents, transported patients, managed supply availability, and sterilized equipment at Georgia Clinic
- Understood the workings of a family medicine practice and completed daily write-ups of time worked and information learned
- 250+ hours completed at Cumming Rheumatology; shadowed MD and NP while researching patient cases and completed daily logs of observations
- Conducted nursing duties, worked with infusion nurse, administered steroid injections, and understood how to conduct clinical diagnoses
VP of Finance, Chair, Competitor
HOSA- Future Health Professionals
Atlanta, GA
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Part of leadership team for the largest secondary HOSA chapter in the world, managing 650+ each year
- Helped raise over $2000+ for the organization and donated money to annual service project, Be the Match
- In charge of all accounts for the chapter (ie. requisitions and money collection) & worked closely with advisors to handle financials and ensure chapter functions smoothly
- Tasked with managing all conferences related activities (ie. Fall Leadership Rally, Fall Leadership Conference, State Leadership Conference, International Leadership Conference)
- Developed team-building, public speaking, financial and team-management skills
- Competed in Clinical Specialty event focusing on the career of a surgeon and successfully completed suturing skill; placed 1st at State Conference and 5th at International Conference in 2021 & placed 2nd at State Conference in 2022
Student Researcher
MUSC Cardiovascular Department
Charleston, SC
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Mentored by Dr. Justin Durland M.D.
- Clinical case analysis completed regarding Effusive-constrictive pericarditis and Milk of Calcium
- Completed extensive literature review, pericardiectomy surgical analysis/discussions, cardiovascular imaging (ie. computed tomography, CT, echocardiogram, etc.) analysis, and laboratory data evaluation
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UNC School of Medicine/Eshelman School of Pharmacy
Chapel Hill, NC
07.2023 - Current
- Conducting research under the mentorship of Dr. Jessica Walsh; microbiology, biochemical, and neuroscience research
- Understanding how genetic mutations lead to circuit adaptations that govern impaired behavior
- Skilled in functional/anatomical mapping of the brain, technical imaging & analysis using Keyence for biochemical compounds, slicing/mounting/cover-slipping whole mouse brain post-surgery
Senate Staff, District 1 Senator
UNC Undergraduate Senate
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2023 - Current
- Worked on Senate Staff and handled publishing records, operating electronic voting system, overseeing full senate meetings, and preparing legislation
- Elected as District 1 Senator, representing all Life Science, Social Science, and Health Science majors (representing 6,000+ students)
- Help manage UNC Senate operations, plan committees, organize events, and lead discussion amongst students and undergraduate representatives
- Work to improve the school facilities, and undergraduate experience (academically and socially) by working with the Executive Branch, and UNC administration
Education
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience & Public Health
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-2027
High School Diploma -
Lambert High School
Suwanee, GA05-2023
Skills
- Literature review skills and analysis/interpretation of laboratory data
- Communicating complex scientific concepts effectively to both scientific and non-scientific audiences
- Public speaking and team-building skills
- Hands-on experience in patient care, nursing duties,
clinical diagnostic skills - Clinical case analyses
- Financial management, event organization
- Proficient in various laboratory techniques including biochemical analysis, microscopy, and functional/anatomical mapping of the brain
- Familiarity with equipment such as Keyance for biochemical compound analysis and imaging techniques like computed tomography (CT) and echocardiogram
- Project planning, specimen preparation and publication preparation
Certification
- CPR/AED/First-Aid Certified via AHA
- Provisional NHA-Certified Phlebotomy Technician (NHA-CPT)
- CERT Certified via FEMA
- HIPAA & Infection Control Certified via Hometown Health
- Vital Signs Course Certification via UPENN
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Senate Staff, District 1 Senator
UNC Undergraduate Senate
08.2023 - Current
Undergraduate Research Assistant
UNC School of Medicine/Eshelman School of Pharmacy
07.2023 - Current
Student Researcher
MUSC Cardiovascular Department
07.2022 - 04.2023
Clinical Intern
Georgia Clinic, Cumming Rheumatology
09.2021 - 04.2023
VP of Finance, Chair, Competitor
HOSA- Future Health Professionals
08.2019 - 05.2023
STUDENT RESEARCHER & COMPETITOR
GSEF, Sigma Xi, JHU Conference, Lumiere
01.2019 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience & Public Health
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
High School Diploma -
Lambert High School