Shannon Kiss

Diligent Resident Physician bringing a proven expertise in making accurate diagnoses and developing effective treatment plans. Highly committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Personable and focused with a passion for creating strong rapport with patients and other healthcare professionals.

• June 2023. Excellence in Academics Award. Won award for excellence on in-service exam as a first year resident
• June 2022. Excellence in Pre-Clinical Academics. Presented at medical school graduation ceremony.
• August 2023. Started initiative during residency to increase the number of young female patients vaccinated against HPV to reduce incidence cervical cancer. Researched ways for uninsured patients to get free vaccinations and made pamphlets with instructions for patients.

• ACLS Certified, 06/30/2022
• BLS Certified, 06/30/2022

• 12/2020, 02/2021, 8, Mid Hudson Medical Research, PLLC, New Windsor, NY, United States of America, Student Researcher, Dr. Sashi Makam, MD, Learned the basics of a clinical trial while assisting Dr. Makam's team and directly working with clinical research coordinators in studies in phases II and III. Studies included PREMPT CRC (Prevention of Colorectal Cancer through Multiomics Blood Testing), ORP-101 in Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diseases, and COR388 HCL in Alzheimer's disease. Performed blood draws and ECGs, took vitals, administered study drug to subjects, processed samples, shipped containers in accordance with protocol requirements, and reviewed patient information. Conducted interviews for inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• 08/2019, 09/2021, 2, OxyVita, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Student Researcher, Dr. Hanna Wollocko, MD, Studied a novel polymerized hemoglobin molecule OxyVita and its possible future use in organ storage and transplant. Lead a team of students to create and optimize an organ storage solution incorporating OxyVita polymer. Specifically, studied a preservation solution by adding sucrose and trehalose in various concentrations and examining their interactions with the hemoglobin polymer. Assessed hemoglobin spectra, UV/Vis, and levels of reactive oxygen species by nanodrop spectrometry.
• 01/2021, 03/2021, 2, Independent, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Student Researcher, Dr. Stephanie Zeszutek, DO, FACOG, Rph, Assisted professor in writing a chapter on antidepressants use in pregnancy for 'Side Effects of Drugs: Annual.' Performed an extensive literature search on medication use in pregnancy and helped organize and summarize data to be used in the chapter. Found literature regarding how the COVID-19 pandemic has increased mental health problems surrounding pregnancy and the postpartum period and encouraged this information to be included in the chapter.

• American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists, 01/14/2021, current
• American Medical Association, 08/2019, current
• American Osteopathic Association, 08/2019, current

• 05/2017, 05/2017, 40, Global Medical Brigades, El Censo, Honduras, Student Volunteer, Dr. Lawrence Butler, MD, Worked with a group of volunteer students, doctors, and nurses to set up a mobile week-long medical/dental clinic in Honduras where community members have limited access to healthcare. In the months prior to the trip, met weekly with group of volunteers to fundraise, collect donations, and package goods and medical supplies. Performed patient interviews, eye exams, took vital signs, helped run the mobile pharmacy, and directly assisted physicians in patient care. As part of a holistic model, we educated families on drinking clean water, eating a diet high in nutrition, and the importance of oral hygiene while donating toothpaste and brushes. Additionally, we hand built eco-stoves in local homes with the goal of increasing sustainability and overall health. I witnessed the negative effects of not having a robust healthcare system in a community and look forward to doing more of this work globally as a physician.
• 03/2019, 05/2020, 6, OB/GYN Club, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Middletown, NY, United States of America, President, Dr. Stephanie Zeszutek, DO, FACOG, Rph, Facilitated lectures open to the student body with the opportunity to receive a Certificate of Achievement for completing the OBGYN Club Lecture Series. Lectures included a general OBGYN presenting 'A Day in the Life of an OBGYN', a Reproductive Endocrinologist discussing infertility and available options, and a Planned Parenthood representative discussing contraceptive options. Other lectures included an interactive IUD placement demonstration and a midwife discussing the process of labor. Attended two local health fairs during the year. Provided information to community members on the importance of the HPV vaccine, regular pap smears, and screening mammograms. Also promoted breast awareness. Partnered with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in their annual walk by promoting their event to our school to elicit donations and to recruit participants. Set up a stand at the entrance where we had breast models. Demonstrated normal and abnormal breast exams while encouraging regular screening mammograms.
• 03/2019, 05/2020, 2, Spectrum Health Alliance Club, Touro COM, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Secretary, Dr. Christian Hietnan, DO, Elected Secretary of a student organization leading campus initiates to increase both community and academic awareness of health disparities amongst the LGBTQ population. Hosted guest speakers from professors and former students with a focus on terminology and barriers to improving healthcare among the community. Partnered with the OB/GYN Club to present a lecture on fertility options for same-sex couples. Planned outreach events to the community with further discussions on transgender health topics.
• 08/2019, 05/2020, 2, Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Course Representative: Clinical Systems and Pharmacology, Dr. Cavannah, MD; Dr. Wang, MB, PhD, Worked closely with professors and the student body by facilitating communication as a liaison regarding scheduling, course material, and exam information. Helped to ensure a smooth transition to virtual learning by creating spreadsheets including Zoom class links and schedules that were approved by faculty and distributed to students.
• 12/2020, 06/2021, 1, The Guild of Saint Margaret Soup Kitchen, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Volunteer, Phyllis Guardino, Packaged and distributed groceries donated by local businesses to families in need. Helped with heavy lifting and transport of bulk food items.
• 01/2021, 05/2021, 2, The Warming Station, Homeless Shelter, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Volunteer, Marilyn Pierce, Volunteered at a local church that offered an overnight shelter and food to the local homeless population. Cleaned the facility, took temperature checks to ensure COVID-19 safety, served dinner, packaged breakfast and snack packages, and took the opportunity to engage with guests and form a friendly rapport. On two occasions, made home-cooked, nutritional meals to be served to all 30 guests.
• 09/2019, 05/2020, 2, MedAchieve, Middletown, NY, United States of America, Volunteer Mentor, Student Run, Mentored local high school students hoping to enter the medical field. Taught hands-on skills such as suturing, anatomy cadaver dissection, and CPR in addition to providing general guidance on college applications. Gave a presentation to all students enrolled in the program on rheumatology and autoimmune diseases with celebrity examples to keep a young audience engaged and interested.
• 03/2020, 03/2020, 2, NY Department of Health: Covid Crisis Call Center, Goshen, NY, United States of America, Volunteer, Kathy Barnett, Answered COVID-19 hotline and provided information on symptom recognition, available testing, and quarantine guidelines. Gathered personal data to be used for contact tracing by NY public health. Helped to recruit and schedule other student volunteers from my school.
• 01/2021, 03/2021, 4, NY Department of Health: Covid-19 Vaccination Pod, Goshen, NY, United States of America, Volunteer, Kathy Barnett, Volunteered with the Department of Health to help set up the county's very first vaccination locations. Roles included patient education, patient intake, and history gathering. Also aided in traffic control. In addition, distributed vaccinations to eligible populations.

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• Poster Presentation, 1st place Winner. Mullerian Anomalies and Trial of Labor After Cesarean Section: A Case of a Successful Vaginal Birth after Cesarean Delivery in a Patient with a Rare Mullerian Abnormality. Ellen M. Cosgrove Research Competition, May 19, 2023.
• Other Articles, Taking Action: Getting the Most out of Your Obstetrics and Gynecology Clerkship, ACOG District II Newsletter, 2021-07-08, Published
• Poster Presentation, High Oxygen Delivery Storage Solution & Device to Prolong the Shelf Life of Ex-Vivo Transplant Organs, 7th Virtual Annual Research Poster Competition Garnet Health Medical Center/Middletown, NY, USA, 2021-05-14
• Poster Presentation, Rapidly Progressive Acute Liver Failure with Markedly Elevated CA 19-9 as the Initial Presentation of a Neuroendocrine Small Cell Lung Carcinoma, 7th Virtual Annual Research Poster Competition Garnet Health Medical Center/Middletown, NY, USA, 2021-05-14