Vraj Patel
Atlanta ,GA
Summary
Student with first-hand experience in medical environment. Actively watched professional complete daily tasks, noting best practices, procedures and safety techniques in real-world applications. Courteously interacted with patients and redirected questions to professionally-trained professional for answers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Observer (Out-Patient)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2025 - Current
- Acquired knowledge of treatment approaches in out-patient advanced pediatric care under a general surgeon.
Learned impact of surgical interventions on patient management and recovery.
Examined role of post-operative care and therapies, including biologics, in enhancing outcomes.
Surgical Observer (In-Patient)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2025 - Current
- Shadowed a general surgeon in the operating room, gaining exposure to a wide range of surgical workflows and hospital protocols. Observed key aspects of pre-operative preparation including patient evaluation, and anesthesia protocols. Gained understanding of intraoperative practices such as sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and OR team coordination. Learned about post-operative care including recovery monitoring, wound assessment, and discharge planning. Developed awareness of professional behavior, communication standards, and safety protocols essential to operating room environments.
Youth Counselor
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
Atlanta, Georgia
01.2021 - Current
- Organized community service events to encourage collaboration among youth members.
- Facilitated engaging youth programs promoting leadership and personal growth.
- Conducted workshops on life skills, such as conflict resolution and decision-making.
- Maintained accurate records of participant progress and program attendance for evaluation.
Laboratory Intern
Emory University School of Medicine
Atlanta, Georgia
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with esteemed researchers under the lab of Dr. Subramaniam Kugathasan, to investigate the human genome and its connection to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other complex conditions. Conducted independent research and data analysis to author a concise paper examining how genetic factors influence human behavior and personality. In addition conducted separate research on Epigenetic and its relation to IBD, and delivered a 20-minute presentation on the topic to the fellow lab team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology + Minor in Applied Biotechnology
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05-2028
Skills
- Patient management
- Surgical procedures
- Research collaboration
- Community outreach
- Laboratory techniques
- Presentation skills
- Leadership development
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient-focused care
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Equipment sterilization
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical terminology proficiency
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Basketball
- Pickle ball
- Hands On Atlanta Volunteering
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Gujarati
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Observer (Out-Patient)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
06.2025 - Current
Surgical Observer (In-Patient)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
06.2025 - Current
Laboratory Intern
Emory University School of Medicine
06.2025 - 07.2025
Youth Counselor
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Major in Biology + Minor in Applied Biotechnology
University of Georgia
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