Tasneem Alfadhl

Dedicated and compassionate aspiring physician with a strong academic foundation in Biology and Neuroscience and current pursuit of a Master of Biomedical Sciences at The Chicago School. Experienced in clinical, research, and teaching environments, with proven leadership and mentoring abilities. Skilled in patient care, scientific analysis, and cross-cultural communication, fluent in both Arabic and English.

• Assisted a peer student in publishing his first book, providing mentorship, editing guidance, and motivational support to help him achieve his goal of becoming an author.
• Recognized on the Executive Dean’s List for academic excellence at Indiana University Bloomington.
• Earned a merit scholarship for graduate studies due to exceptional academic performance and dedication.
• Successfully balanced advanced coursework, clinical experience, and leadership roles while contributing to research in neuroscience and community outreach.

• Phlebotomy Certification - October 2023
• CPR Certification - August 2022

Undergraduate Research, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences – Spring 2023–Spring 2025

• Assisting in neuroscience research investigating the role of voltage-gated potassium channels (Kv1.1 and Kv1.2) in Alzheimer’s disease.
• Focused on calcium influx regulation, excitotoxicity, and early AD pathology.
• Lab duties include maintaining Xenopus laevis oocytes, DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis, and assisting with electrophysiology experiments.

Leadership Roles

• IUSG Election Manager, Indiana University Student Government – Spring 2024–Spring 2025
  Organized fair and transparent student elections, coordinated with admissions and academic advisors, enforced election regulations, communicated with candidates and students, and resolved disputes.
• Senior Advisor, Muslim Women of IU – Aug 2024–May 2025
• Senior Advisor, Middle Eastern Student Association (MESA) Club – 2024–May 2025
• Co-Director of Fundraising, MedLife Club – Aug 2022–May 2025
• Co-President, MESA Club – 2023–2024
• Student Advisory Board Member, Office of Completion and Student Success (OCSS) – 2022–2023

Memberships

• American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA)
• Muslim Student Association (MSA)
• Women in Math
• First Responders (CFR)

Memorial Hospital of South Bend – ER Physician, Dr. Hussain

• Observed patient assessments, emergency procedures, and critical decision-making in a fast-paced emergency setting.

IU Health Landmark Clinic – Endocrinologist Dr. Faheem & Nephrologist Dr. Al-Hosainat

• Shadowed physicians to learn diagnosis and management of endocrine and kidney-related disorders.
• Observed patient consultations, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Gained insight into chronic conditions such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, and kidney disease, emphasizing long-term patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The South Bend Clinic – Dermatologist Dr. Wendell Garcia-Ortiz

• Observed patient evaluations, diagnostic techniques, and treatment decisions for a range of skin conditions.
• Witnessed procedures including skin biopsies and lesion removals.
• Discussed patient education, early detection, and procedural care, strengthening interest in dermatology.