Vincent A. Arriola, MD
Los Angeles
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Physician
Keck School of Medicine of USC
01.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care for diverse patient populations across the lifespan.
- Stayed current with medical advancements through regular participation in continued education opportunities, ensuring the delivery of up-to-date and evidence-based care.
- Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines to optimize patient outcomes
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and professional bedside manner.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, resulting in increased efficiency within the medical unit.
Teacher
Platt College
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Taught foundational medical sciences, clinical skills, and patient care principles to future respiratory therapists and medical assistants.
- Designed interactive lectures, simulations, and exam prep.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Designed individualized fitness programs tailored to client goals and health conditions.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
Student Athletic Trainer
USC Athletics
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided on field and training room support for injury prevention, acute care, and recovery under the supervision of team athletic trainers and physicians.
- Performed taping, bracing, and fundamental MSK assessments to optimize athlete readiness and safety during practices and games.
- Acted as a key liaison between athletes and the medical team, communicating realtime health updates and assisting with coordinated return to play planning
Education
Residency - Family Medicine Residency
Keck Medicine of USC
Los Angeles, CA06-2026
Doctor of Medicine -
David Geffen School of Medicine At UCLA
Los Angeles, CA01-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA01-2018
Skills
- Joint injections (corticosteroids, PRP, hyaluronic acid)
- Trigger point injections
- Musculoskeletal ultrasound (diagnostic & procedural)
- Pap smears, endometrial biopsies, IUD/Nexplanon insertion/removal
- Cryotherapy, punch/shave biopsies, wart removal, I&D
Publications & Presentations
Publications
- Bazargan-Hejazi, S., Arriola, V., Arriola, D., et al. The effects of alcohol on recovery from musculoskeletal trauma and injuries. BioSocial Health Journal. 2024.
Planned Submission
- Arriola, V., Hall, C., Ghanem-Uzqueda, A. Impact of a University-Wide Vitamin D Supplementation Policy on Serum Levels and Stress Fracture Incidence in Collegiate Athletes. In progress, 2025.
Poster Presentations
- Arriola, D., Arriola, V., Ghanem-Uzqueda, A. Vitamin D Workshop, Montreal, 2025.
- Arriola, D., Arriola, V., Bari, A. UCLA Josiah Brown Poster Fair, 2019.
- Arriola, V., Enenbach, M. Klingenstein Conference, Stanford, 2019.
- Arriola, D., Arriola, V., Bazargan-Hejazi, S. UCLA Senior Scholarship Day, 2022.
Leadership & Teaching
Curriculum Committee: Keck USC Family Medicine Residency
- Organized musculoskeletal didactic series.
Recruitment Committee Chairperson: Keck USC Family Medicine Residency
- Coordinate the approach to resident recruitment, hosted recruitment events and socials, and interviewed prospective candidates
Class Treasurer & Budget Chair: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
Student Interviewer, UCLA DGSOM
Christian Medical and Dental Association at UCLA
- Co-President
LA Human Rights Initiative:
- Student Assistant, Forensic Medical Evaluations
Sports Coverage Experience
- USC Football, Women’s Basketball, Women’s Volleyball
- LAFC Soccer Field Coverage
- HS Pre-Participation Physicals: Paloma Valley, Ontario Christian, East Valley, Etiwanda
- Paloma Valley HS Lacrosse Coverage
Certification
- American Academy of Family Physicians, 2023–Present
- California Academy of Family Physicians, 2023–Present
- California Medical Board Postgraduate Training License, 2023–Present
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, 2023–Present
- Basic Life Support, 2023–Present
Hobbies and Interests
Sports: Football, Basketball
Music: Playing Guitar (self-taught since age 11)
Beach activities
Timeline
Resident Physician
Keck School of Medicine of USC
01.2023 - Current
Personal Trainer
LA Fitness
11.2022 - 01.2023
Teacher
Platt College
09.2022 - 07.2023
Student Athletic Trainer
USC Athletics
08.2016 - 05.2018
Residency - Family Medicine Residency
Keck Medicine of USC
Doctor of Medicine -
David Geffen School of Medicine At UCLA
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
University of Southern California
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