Motivated Resident w/ Research Interests in Post Spinal Surgery Pain, Craniofacial Pain, Neuromodulation & Orthobiologics
Pursuing Interventional Pain Fellowship
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder and Director
Larkin Research Consortium
12.2023 - Current
Established and led the Larkin Research Consortium, a collaborative platform dedicated to advancing medical research in scoping reviews on pertinent medical topics and case reports observed at Larkin Hospital and associated sites
Developed strategic research goals and objectives, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the consortium
Directed research projects, oversaw study design, data collection, analysis, and publication of findings
Cultivated partnerships with medical schools such as NSU KPCOM, LECOM to enhance research capabilities and expand the consortium’s impact
Leading and mentoring a team of 20 medical students, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and development
Represented the consortium at National Conferences, presented research findings, and networking with key stakeholders
Founder and Director
Larkin Research Consortium
12.2023 - Current
Established and led the Larkin Research Consortium, a collaborative platform dedicated to advancing medical research in scoping reviews on pertinent medical topics and case reports observed at Larkin Hospital and associated sites
Developed strategic research goals and objectives, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the consortium
Directed research projects, oversaw study design, data collection, analysis, and publication of findings
Cultivated partnerships with medical schools such as NSU KPCOM, LECOM to enhance research capabilities and expand the consortium’s impact
Leading and mentoring a team of 20 medical students, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and development
Represented the consortium at National Conferences, presented research findings, and networking with key stakeholders
Attendee
Cantor Spine Center
09.2023 - Current
Attend monthly meetings organized by Cantor Spine Center
Actively participate in discussion on various topics and Interventional Spine Procedures
Attendee
Cantor Spine Center
09.2023 - Current
Attend monthly meetings organized by Cantor Spine Center
Actively participate in discussion on various topics and Interventional Spine Procedures
Resident
Larkin Community Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Resident
Larkin Community Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Mentor
Chicago PM&R Fellowship
03.2023 - Current
Mentor for PM&R residency applicants
Assist residency applicants via Mock Interviews and feedback
Attend monthly discussions on various topics
Mentor
Chicago PM&R Fellowship
03.2023 - Current
Mentor for PM&R residency applicants
Assist residency applicants via Mock Interviews and feedback
Attend monthly discussions on various topics
Summer Research Intern
Hey Clinic for Spine and Scoliosis Surgery
05.2018 - 08.2018
Worked alongside team of interns and clinic staff
Learned entire process of forming a scoliosis brace – from obtaining measurements of the patient’s body to tailoring the hardened plastic to ensure comfort and effectiveness
Developed and implemented cardiac risk assessment as a part of pre-surgery checklist
Helped in the early stages of surgery checklist development
Summer Research Intern
Hey Clinic for Spine and Scoliosis Surgery
05.2018 - 08.2018
Worked alongside team of interns and clinic staff
Learned entire process of forming a scoliosis brace – from obtaining measurements of the patient’s body to tailoring the hardened plastic to ensure comfort and effectiveness
Developed and implemented cardiac risk assessment as a part of pre-surgery checklist
Helped in the early stages of surgery checklist development
Emergency Medical Technician
Superior Ambulance
02.2016 - 06.2017
Provide necessary emergent medical care to patients
Took patient history, vitals, and performed other required tasks in a stressful environment
Transported patients while ensuring their safety
Emergency Medical Technician
Superior Ambulance
02.2016 - 06.2017
Provide necessary emergent medical care to patients
Took patient history, vitals, and performed other required tasks in a stressful environment
Transported patients while ensuring their safety
Academic Tutor
Varsity Tutors
10.2015 - 06.2017
Tutored elementary, middle school, high school, and college (10 students/week for 20 hours/week)
Specialized in Standardized Test Prep Tutoring – ACT and SAT
Academic Tutor
Varsity Tutors
10.2015 - 06.2017
Tutored elementary, middle school, high school, and college (10 students/week for 20 hours/week)
Specialized in Standardized Test Prep Tutoring – ACT and SAT
Molecular Biologist II
Abbott Molecular
07.2016 - 05.2017
Managed technical investigations for on-market diagnostic assays
Implemented corrective measures
Led investigating and corrective team to resolve issues in HIV Dried Blood Spot Assay in Africa
Worked on developing EBV, HBV, and HPV assays
Molecular Biologist II
Abbott Molecular
07.2016 - 05.2017
Managed technical investigations for on-market diagnostic assays
Implemented corrective measures
Led investigating and corrective team to resolve issues in HIV Dried Blood Spot Assay in Africa
Worked on developing EBV, HBV, and HPV assays
Volunteer
Heartland Hospice
03.2016 - 01.2017
Visited and provided comfort to hospice patients and their family members
Volunteer
Heartland Hospice
03.2016 - 01.2017
Visited and provided comfort to hospice patients and their family members
Molecular Biologist
ACGT, Inc
10.2015 - 03.2016
Performed Sanger Sequencing, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, and Plasmid purification in a high throughput lab
Sequenced data analysis
Provided customer support on DNA Sequencing
Molecular Biologist
ACGT, Inc
10.2015 - 03.2016
Performed Sanger Sequencing, PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, and Plasmid purification in a high throughput lab
Sequenced data analysis
Provided customer support on DNA Sequencing
Research Assistant
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology
08.2012 - 05.2015
Focused on Kappa opioid receptors in molecular mechanisms of learning and memory using trace-eyeblink mice model
Ran study trials on mice models, administered injections, and collected quantitative data
Dissected, manually sliced, and mounted mice brains for histochemical analysis
Mentored upcoming research assistants on making head bolts to implant on mice
Awarded Summer Research Fellowship by the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology in May 2014
Research Assistant
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology
08.2012 - 05.2015
Focused on Kappa opioid receptors in molecular mechanisms of learning and memory using trace-eyeblink mice model
Ran study trials on mice models, administered injections, and collected quantitative data
Dissected, manually sliced, and mounted mice brains for histochemical analysis
Mentored upcoming research assistants on making head bolts to implant on mice
Awarded Summer Research Fellowship by the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology in May 2014
Volunteer
Countryside Association for People with Disabilities
05.2013 - 04.2014
Helped provide support to children and adults to work and live in a semi-independent level
Volunteer
Countryside Association for People with Disabilities
05.2013 - 04.2014
Helped provide support to children and adults to work and live in a semi-independent level
Volunteer
Marian Joy Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2013
Worked as a patient transporter to patients with traumatic injuries
Volunteer
Marian Joy Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2013
Worked as a patient transporter to patients with traumatic injuries
Education
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Lillington, NC
12.2022
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - undefined
Larkin Community Hospital – Palm Springs Campus
Hialeah, NC
05.2025
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Elite Ambulance
Chicago, IL
02.2016
B.S. - Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Chicago, IL
05.2015
Skills
Team leadership
Compassionate care
Chronic and acute pain management
Patient education
Teaching and mentoring
Healthcare team collaboration
Research and analysis
Therapeutic interventions
Research
Founder and Director, Larkin Research Consortium, Hialeah, FL, 2023-12-01, Established and led the Larkin Research Consortium.
Summer Research Intern, Hey Clinic for Spine and Scoliosis Surgery, Raleigh, NC, 2018-05-01, 2018-08-01, Worked alongside team of interns and clinic staff.
Research Assistant, Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology, Urbana-Champaign, IL, 2012-08-01, 2015-05-01, Focused on Kappa opioid receptors in molecular mechanisms of learning and memory.
Leadership Experience
Resident & Fellow Committee Member, American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, 2025-05-01, Promote goals and objectives of ASRA Pain Medicine.
Young Physicians Council Member, World Academy of Pain Medicine United, 2025-01-01, Contributed to various projects to advance education, advocacy, and engagement.
Resident Liaison, Florida Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2024-10-01, Represent our residency program at FSPMR yearly conference.
Elected Representative, AAPM&R Physiatrist in Training Council (PHiT), 2024-04-01, Elected to represent our residency program at AAPM&R conferences.
Resident Mentor, The Pathways in PM&R Mentorship Program, 2023-10-01, Guide for scheduling and preparing for a successful fourth year.
Pro bono Board of Advisor, The Review Duo, Seattle, WA, 2021-01-01, Provide input regarding college admission essay and resume revisions.
Ambassador Liaison, Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC, 2018-02-01, 2019-06-01, Represent medical school at undergraduate institutions.
Squad Leader, Superior Ambulance, Chicago, IL, 2016-11-01, 2017-06-01, Elected by peers to lead a team of five EMT students.
Mentor, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL, 2013-01-01, 2015-04-01, Selected to mentor four incoming transfer students each year.
Medical Experience
Participant, Pain Management Journal Club, Boca Raton, FL, 2023-09-01, Attend monthly meetings organized by Cantor Spine Center and actively participate in discussions.
Mentor, Chicago PM&R Fellowship, Chicago, IL, 2023-03-01, Assist residency applicants via mock interviews and feedback.
Participant, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation – Next Step Ultrasound Course and Assessment, Downers Grove, IL, 2023-03-01, Participated as a model for physicians taking the assessment.
Student Doctor, University Clinic for Uninsured, Buies Creek, NC, 2018-04-01, 2019-03-01, Provided full primary care under attending supervision.
Community Health Educator, Community Health Educator, Lillington, NC, 2018-04-01, 2018-05-01, Lectured community members about stress management techniques.
Emergency Medical Technician, Superior Ambulance, Chicago, IL, 2016-02-01, 2017-06-01, Provided necessary emergent medical care to patients.
Volunteer, Heartland Hospice, Palatine, IL, 2016-03-01, 2017-01-01, Visited and provided comfort to hospice patients and their family members.
Volunteer, Countryside Association for People with Disabilities, Palatine, IL, 2013-05-01, 2014-04-01, Helped provide support to children and adults to work and live in a semi-independent level.
Volunteer, Marian Joy Rehabilitation Hospital, Wheaton, IL, 2011-06-01, 2013-07-01, Worked as a patient transporter to patients with traumatic injuries.
Peer Helper, Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL, 2011-08-01, 2011-12-01, Explained concepts and assisted with test preparation to students with learning disabilities.
Publications
Comparing Efficacy of Intravenous vs. Subcutaneous Immunoglobulin Therapy for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Scoping Review, Poster Presentation, Vivienne Riven, Sahil Shah, AAPM&R Annual Assembly, Salt Lake City, UT, 2025-10-01
A Pressing Concern: Midodrine Use and Acute Limb Ischemia in Peripheral Arterial Disease, Poster Presentation, Bendik Stenersen, Sahil Shah, Maria Guerrero, AAPM&R Annual Assembly, Salt Lake City, UT, 2025-10-01
Mollaret’s Meningitis: An Atypical Presentation, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Kylie Brandt, Michael Gridler, Shivangi Patel, American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, Miami, FL, 2025-07-01
Postoperative Neuropathic Pain Management in a Patient with Cervical and Thoracic Myelopathy, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Bendik Stenersen, Taylor Alfonso, Arshi Handa, Maria Guerrero, Bhargavi Madhu, Roshan Santosh, American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, Miami, FL, 2025-07-01
Spontaneous Pelvic Fracture in a Healthy Middle-Aged Female: A Case Report, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Lexington Lemmon, Halee Lair, Katarina Valentic, Khadija Chowdhury, American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, Miami, FL, 2025-07-01
A case of Complicated Osteoarthritis: Overcoming Failed Conservative Treatments with Stem Cell Therapy, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Sukriti Prashar, Brittny Vosper, Lepky Martinez, American Society of Pain and Neuroscience, Miami, FL, 2025-07-01
A case report of the usage of Radiofrequency in the treatment of a stump neuroma, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Bendik Stenersen, Maria Guerrero, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians – National Meeting, Orlando, FL, 2025-05-01
From Pain to Performance: The Impact of Tenex in Treating Chronic Tendinopathies: A Systemic Review, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Amy Abdou, Association of Academic Physiatrists – Annual Meeting, 2025-02-01
Unveiling Neurogenic Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Case of Cervical Ribs and post-operative complications, Poster Presentation, Bhargavi Madhu, De’Jon Parker, Maria Cecilia Guerrero, Hein Linn Thant, Sahil Shah, Puja C. Shah, Association of Academic Physiatrists – Annual Meeting, 2025-02-01
Overlooked Early Warning Signs of Headache: The Unforeseen Diagnosis of Diffuse Large B Cell Lymphoma, Poster Presentation, Puja Shah, De’Jon Parker, Bhargavi Madhu, Ravi Shah, Hein Linn Thant, Bendik Stenersen, Sahil Shah, North American Neuromodulation Society Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, 2025-02-01
A case of rare Thoracic Disc Herniation, Poster Presentation, Sahil Shah, Puja C. Shah, Alexander Blanca, North American Neuromodulation Society Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, 2025-02-01
Mollaret’s meningitis: An atypical presentation, Kylie Brandt, Michael Girdler, Sahil Shah, Shivangi Patel, Sergio Hernandez Borges, Int. J. Neurol. Sci., 2025-01-01, 7, 1, 01-02, 10.33545/26646161.2025.v7.i1a.31
Unmarking the Hidden Culprit: A Case of Multilevel Vertebra Compression Fracture, Crystal De Wit MD, Andrew Spencer MD, Sahil Shah DO, Michael Erdman MD, Ennes Rahim DO, Joseph Mouhanna MD, Int. J. Neurol. Sci., 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 61-62, 10.33545/26646161.2024.v6.i1a.29
Unraveling the layers: Chronic pain in autoimmune myositis through the lens of pain sensitization and co-morbidities: A case report, Andrew Spencer MD, Crystal De Wit DO, Arshi Handa MD, Sahil Shah DO, Michael Erdman MD, Ennes Rahim DO, Joseph Mouhanna MD, Int. J. Neurol. Sci., 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 59-60, 10.33545/26646161.2024.v6.i1a.28
Unmarking the Hidden Culprit: A Case of Multilevel Vertebra Compression Fracture, Poster Presentation, Arshi Handa, Sahil Shah, Michael Erdman, Andrew Spencer, Jonathan Gomez, Ennes Rahim, Joseph Mouhanna, New York & New Jersey Pain Medicine Congress, 2024-11-01
A case of Neurosarcoidosis manifesting Todd Paralysis in acute rehabilitation setting, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tier 1 Oral Presentation, Hein Thant, Manuel Orozco, Puja Shah, Jasmine Sidhu, Sahil Shah, 2024-11-01, San Diego, CA
Sacroiliac Joint Pain Post Lumbar Fusion: A Case Report, Sahil Shah PGY II, Alexander Blanca OMS, Lexington Lemmon OMS, Jeremy Paparazzi OMS, Trevor Betros OMS, Neal Malhotra OMS, Arshi Handa PGY, International Journal of Orthopaedics and Bone Disorders, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 31-33, 10.33545/26648946.2024.v6.i1a.31
Effects of Intraoperative Platelet Rich Plasma Versus Stem Cells on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Healing, Alexander Blanca, Shakil Huq, Sahil Shah, International Journal of Orthopaedics Research, 2024-09-01, Submitted
Variable expressivity in dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa: a case study, Sahil Shah, Sebastian Arango OMS, Alberto Cotton, International Journal of Dermatology Sciences, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 43-47, 10.33545/26649772.2024.v6.i1a.35
Misdiagnosis of Epithelioid Sarcoma, Samirah Khan, Neethu Mathew, Hiren Patel, Aya Ziq, Sahil Shah, International Journal of Dermatology Sciences, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 84-86, 10.33545/26649772.2024.v6.i1b.38
A challenging case of Behçet’s disease with late diagnosis in a 49-year-old female, Paul Kaldas, Miis Akel, Bharat Maddukuri, Sahil Shah DO, Sergio Hernandez-Borges MD, International Journal of Orthopaedics and Rheumatology, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 33-35, 10.33545/26649691.2024.v6.i1a.16
Anesthesia Usage and Pain Management in Colposcopy: A Scoping Review of Efficacy and Approaches, Akel M, Ratra D, Wright M, et al., Cureus Journal, 2024-09-28, 16, 9, e70384, 10.7759/cureus.70384
HSV encephalitis in the context of substance abuse: A case report, Miis Akel, Dhruv Ratra, Sahil Shah DO, Sergio Hernandez Borges MD, International Journal of Neurology Sciences, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 29-31, 10.33545/26646161.2024.v6.i1a.22
Hypertriglyceridemia-Induced Acute Pancreatitis Exacerbated by Combined Oral Contraceptive Use: A Case Report, Bhatt S, Perez A, Sarmiento E, Alfonso T, Shah S, Hernandez Borges S, Cureus Journal, 2024-07-14, 16, 7, e64537, 10.7759/cureus.64537
Unveiling the Unusual: Incidental Identification of Riedel’s Lobe in Female with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Miis Akel, Aya Ziq, Abdul Rahman Omari, Jad Hamden, Sahil Shah DO, Sergio Hernandez-Borges MD, Journal of Case Reports and Scientific Images, 2024-01-01, 6, 2, 13-16, 10.22271/27080056.2024.v6.i2a.88
A Case of Chronic Dermatographic Urticaria Secondary to Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Akel M, Barroca C, Blanca A, Huq SO, Ratra D, Shah S, Hernandez Borges S, Cureus Journal, 2024-06-25, 16, 6, e63109, 10.7759/cureus.63109
When surgery is not the answer: A case of sciatica and patient preference, Michael Moussa, Miis Akel, Aya Ziq, Sahil Shah, Sergio Hernandez Borges, International Journal of Case Reports in Orthopaedics, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 89-91, 10.22271/27078345.2024.v6.i1b.197
A journey to Mobility: From Paraplegia to Ambulation Two Weeks Post-Multilevel Spinal Surgery in an Elderly Patient, Poster Presentation, Puja Shah, Ravi Shah, Sahil Shah, 2024 Florida Society of Interventional Pain Physicians Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, 2024-09-01
Emphysema With Superimposed Pneumonia, Donahue, D., Blanca, A., Shah, S., 2024-08-09, Case Report, https://www.aocr.org/page/caseoftheweek
Coronary Artery Anomaly, Huq, S., Blanca, A., Shah, S., 2024-05-20, Case Report, https://www.aocr.org/page/caseoftheweek
A Rare Presentation of Supraorbital Basal Cell Carcinoma, Shreya Bhatt, Sahil Shah, AOCOO-HNS Annual Clinical Assembly, South Carolina, 2024-05-01
Acute Sciatica Secondary to Disc Herniation Case Report, Miss Akel, Michael Moussa, Sahil Shah, American Osteopathic College of Radiology, 2024-04-01, Submitted
A Case Report of usage of Luminex 500 Treatment in Stump Neuroma, Sahil Shah, Neal Malhotra, Alexander Blanca, Shauna Patel, Richard J Rivera, Manuel Orozco, International Journal of Case Reports in Orthopaedics, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 8184, 10.22271/27078345.2024.v6.i1b.195
Misdiagnosed Morton’s versus Hauser’s Neuroma, Sahil Shah, Alex Blanca, Neal Malhotra, International Journal of Case Reports in Orthopaedics, 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 32-34, 10.22271/27078345.2024.v6.i1a.189
Misdiagnosed Neuromas: Differentiating Between Morton’s and Hauser’s Neuroma, Poster Presentation, 2024 InterLACE Research Showcase, 2024-04-12, Blanca, A., Malhotra, N., Shah, S.
Coronary Artery Anomaly, Shakil Huq, Alex Blanca, Sahil Shah, American Osteopathic College of Radiology, 2024-09-01
The disguised threat: Transfusion-induced lung injury mistaken as mycoplasma pneumoniae, Dhruv Ratra, Evan Sarmiento, Shakil Huq, Tigran Grigoryan, Sahil Shah, Int. J. Pulm. Respir. Sci., 2024-01-01, 6, 1, 30-33, 10.33545/26648504.2024.v6.i1a.26
Proximal Esophageal Rupture Secondary to Sexual Assault, Gurdeep Singh
Timeline
Founder and Director
Larkin Research Consortium
12.2023 - Current
Founder and Director
Larkin Research Consortium
12.2023 - Current
Attendee
Cantor Spine Center
09.2023 - Current
Attendee
Cantor Spine Center
09.2023 - Current
Resident
Larkin Community Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Resident
Larkin Community Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Mentor
Chicago PM&R Fellowship
03.2023 - Current
Mentor
Chicago PM&R Fellowship
03.2023 - Current
Summer Research Intern
Hey Clinic for Spine and Scoliosis Surgery
05.2018 - 08.2018
Summer Research Intern
Hey Clinic for Spine and Scoliosis Surgery
05.2018 - 08.2018
Molecular Biologist II
Abbott Molecular
07.2016 - 05.2017
Molecular Biologist II
Abbott Molecular
07.2016 - 05.2017
Volunteer
Heartland Hospice
03.2016 - 01.2017
Volunteer
Heartland Hospice
03.2016 - 01.2017
Emergency Medical Technician
Superior Ambulance
02.2016 - 06.2017
Emergency Medical Technician
Superior Ambulance
02.2016 - 06.2017
Academic Tutor
Varsity Tutors
10.2015 - 06.2017
Academic Tutor
Varsity Tutors
10.2015 - 06.2017
Molecular Biologist
ACGT, Inc
10.2015 - 03.2016
Molecular Biologist
ACGT, Inc
10.2015 - 03.2016
Volunteer
Countryside Association for People with Disabilities
05.2013 - 04.2014
Volunteer
Countryside Association for People with Disabilities
05.2013 - 04.2014
Research Assistant
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology
08.2012 - 05.2015
Research Assistant
Beckman Institute for Advanced Science and Technology
08.2012 - 05.2015
Volunteer
Marian Joy Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2013
Volunteer
Marian Joy Rehabilitation Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2013
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - undefined
Larkin Community Hospital – Palm Springs Campus
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Elite Ambulance
B.S. - Molecular and Cellular Biology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine -
Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Team Lead Affiliate Research Nurse at Metro-Minnesota Community Oncology Research ConsortiumTeam Lead Affiliate Research Nurse at Metro-Minnesota Community Oncology Research Consortium