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Neil Verma

Beverly Hills,CA

Summary

Berkeley student, MA, and CHLA researcher skilled in literature review and clinical data management. Successfully organized patient records to enhance research efficiency and presented innovative findings. Passionate about patient education and nutritional counseling, fostering compassionate care in multidisciplinary teams. Proficient in RedCap and Google Sheets, driving impactful health outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gastroenterology Clinical Research Assistant

Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
04.2025 - Current
  • Conducted literature reviews and abstracted data on pediatric intestinal failure and metabolic disorders under mentorship of Dr. Atu Agawu.
  • Supported clinical dataset development by organizing patient records and ensuring HIPAA compliance.
  • Presented findings and proposed methodological improvements during lab meetings for ongoing GI research.

Bariatic Medical Assistant

Dr. Lalezari Surgical
Los Angeles, California
03.2025 - Current
  • Recorded vital signs and prepared patients for procedures related to obesity treatment.
    Managed EMR documentation for efficient patient tracking and care continuity.
    Provided pre- and post-operative support for bariatric surgeries to enhance recovery.
    Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, inclusive care.
    Educated patients on lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and medication adherence after surgery.

After School Instructor

Kids in Nutrition (KIN)
Oakland, CA
08.2023 - Current
  • In-person instruction for first and second-graders about proper nutrition and healthy habits
  • Provided guidance in navigating the food desert, and taught strategies to make healthy choices despite access and budget constraints
  • Developed and improved learning curriculum
  • Created and introduced a physical exercise component outside of the classroom to the learning curriculum-NutriHoops

Intern

First Rays Venture Partners
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Created scout reports on numerous startups in the biotech sphere
  • Translated complex biomedical concepts and jargon into layman's terms
  • Scouting included company purpose, financial information, employee education, history, press, customers, etc
  • Focused on intersections between AI and health

Emerging Scientist Program

UCLA Dept. of Pharmacology
Los Angeles, CA
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Worked with the Arumugaswami Lab to develop an abstract about the effects and science of caffeine
  • Abstract presentation to UCLA students, professors, and alumni

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Metabolic Biology

University of California: Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
05-2026

High School -

Beverly Hills High School
Beverly Hills, CA
06-2023

Skills

  • RedCap
  • PowerChart
  • Google Sheets
  • Patient education
  • Literature review
  • Nutritional counseling
  • Clinical data management
  • Patient recruitment
  • Data entry

Certification

CPR Certified, California Institute of EMT

Extracurricular Activities

  • Advanced Piano Player/Performer of 14+ years
  • Basketball Shooting and Defensive Coach
  • Intermediate Trumpet Player
  • Gym/Lifestyle Coaching

Volunteer Experience

  • Teen Juror, The Superior Court of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, 11/21, Real judicial work with probation officers, judge, and the LA Superior Court to decide the verdict and sentence for a juvenile offender, Aim is to reduce recidivism and encourage offenders to accept responsibility, Engaged in dialogue with witnesses, offender, victim, staff and learned the judicial process
  • Volunteer Staff, Church of the Good Shepherd, Volunteered with the setup of Baptism Brunch and Donut Sundays, Passed out food and toiletries to the needy
  • Grocery Delivery for Elderly Jewish Community, Los Angeles, CA, 12/24, Present, Delivered Kosher groceries and essential items to elderly members of a Jewish community, ensuring timely and accurate service, Fostered meaningful connections through regular interactions, offering companionship and emotional support during deliveries
  • UC Berkeley Health Services (Tang Center), Berkeley, CA, 08/24, Present, Provided a welcoming environment for students seeking medical care, ensuring privacy and professionalism, Guided students through clinic procedures and addressed general inquiries to improve their healthcare experience, Collaborated with healthcare professionals to maintain smooth clinic operations during peak hours

Timeline

Gastroenterology Clinical Research Assistant

Children's Hospital Los Angeles
04.2025 - Current

Bariatic Medical Assistant

Dr. Lalezari Surgical
03.2025 - Current

Intern

First Rays Venture Partners
05.2024 - 08.2024

After School Instructor

Kids in Nutrition (KIN)
08.2023 - Current

Emerging Scientist Program

UCLA Dept. of Pharmacology
06.2022 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Metabolic Biology

University of California: Berkeley

High School -

Beverly Hills High School