Pia Carino
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
Dedicated pre-medical student with a strong foundation in chemistry, biochemistry, and public health, complemented by hands-on clinical, research, and leadership experiences. Proven expertise in blood-brain barrier research using human iPSC-derived models, demonstrated through multiple conference presentations and recognition with a first-place research award. Committed to advancing patient-centered care and advocating for underserved communities. Eager to leverage scientific knowledge and research skills to make meaningful contributions to the medical field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Hospital Shadowing
Terre Haute, IN
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Wound Healing Center, Dr. Mills
- Occupational Health
- Family Medicine
- Anesthesiology
Supplemental Instructor
Indiana State University
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Served as a Supplemental Instructor under Dr. Eric Glendening for General Chemistry I and II (105-106)
- Sat in on lectures and advised students during group workshops
- Ran and organized weekly help sessions for students
- 7 hours per week
Midwest Child and Adolescent Clinic
Terre Haute, IN
06.2023 - 08.2023
- The Midwest Child and Adolescent Clinic is a pediatric clinic in Terre Haute, Indiana
- Shadowed Dr. Lily and Dr. Pablito De La Cruz for 5 hours, once a week
Heart Center
Terre Haute, IN
06.2022 - 08.2022
- The Terre Haute Heart Center is a place committed to the prevention, management, and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
- Shadowed Dr. Primo Andres for 5 hours, twice a week
Education
Academic Honors Diploma -
South Vigo High School
Terre Haute, INHigh School Diploma - Pre Med, Chemistry Major and Public Health Minor, Biochemistry concentration
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN05-2027
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Laboratory Skills
- Organization
- Public speaking
Affiliations
- Pre-Med Association
- An organization for students interested in pursuing medicine and the field of healthcare to encourage future doctors
- Director of Public Relations 2024
- Director of Administration 2025
- Vice President 2026
Timeline
Union Hospital Shadowing
03.2025 - 05.2025
Supplemental Instructor
Indiana State University
01.2024 - 01.2025
Midwest Child and Adolescent Clinic
06.2023 - 08.2023
Heart Center
06.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma - Pre Med, Chemistry Major and Public Health Minor, Biochemistry concentration
Indiana State University
Academic Honors Diploma -
South Vigo High School
ACADEMIC COURSES
- Chemistry
- General Chemistry I and II
- Organic Chemistry I and II
- Analytical Chemistry
- Physical Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Biology
- General Biology I and II
- Biochemistry I and II
- Math
- Calculus I and II
- Principles of Statistics
RESEARCH
- Dr. Scott Canfield, Indiana School of Medicine, Terre Haute, IN
- October 16, 2023-present
- Studied and researched the blood brain barrier in a laboratory setting
- Currently researching the effects of Propofol on a Blood Brain Barrier model derived from human iPSCs
PRESENTATIONS & ABSTRACTS
- Carino PE, Anderson RJ, Canfield SG. The Effects of Propofol on a Blood Brain Barrier model derived from Human iPSCs. Poster Presentation. Stark Summer Science Symposium. July 2024.
- Carino PE, Anderson RJ, Canfield SG. The Effects of Propofol on a Blood Brain Barrier model derived from Human iPSCs. Poster Presentation. SURE Summer Symposium. July 2024.
- Carino PE, Anderson RJ, Canfield SG. The Effects of Propofol on a Blood Brain Barrier model derived from Human iPSCs. Poster Presentation. Indiana Stem Cell Research Symposium. November 2024.
- Carino PE, Anderson RJ, Canfield SG. The Effects of Propofol on a Blood Brain Barrier model derived from Human iPSCs. Poster Presentation. Indiana Physiological Society. March 2025.
AWARDS
1st Place Undergraduate Student Research Poster, The Effects of Propofol on a Blood Brain Barrier model derived from Human iPSCs. Indiana Physiological Society. March 29th, 2025.