Vibhav Cheekati

Dedicated and compassionate pre-medical student pursuing a career in the health care field. Brings hands-on experience from clinical shadowing in surgical settings, volunteer work in emergency departments, and administrative support roles in family businesses. Skilled in patient communication, time management, and working in high-pressure environments. Eager to contribute a strong foundation in medical sciences, attention to detail, and a passion for patient care to a Medical Assistant position in a dynamic clinical setting.

Shadowing, KIMS-ICON Hospital, India 

• Observed Anterior Cervical Disectomy and Fusion Surgery & Decompressive Craniotomy under Dr. Naidu.
• Learned sterile techniques, surgical anatomy, and patient risk assessment.
• Documented procedural notes and outcomes for academic reflection.

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

• Shadowed 3 pediatric surgeries under Dr. McDowell.
• Gained exposure to surgical preparation, patient monitoring, and team coordination.

Columbia University - IYRC Summer Program (Virtual)

• Trained in patient history taking, narrative medicine, anatomy systems.
• Participated in medical ethics discussions and simulated patient interviews.
• Learned introductory clinical research techniques.