Kirra Borrello

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About me
M.D. Candidate at the John A. Burns School of Medicine
Education
- University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine
  2022 - 2026
  Doctor of Medicine - MD
- University of Hawaii at Manoa
  2018 - 2022
  Bachelor of Science - BS Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
  Activities and Societies: Pre-Medical Association, Blue Zones Project, Medical Student Mentoring Program, Resident Assistant, Atherton YMCA, Surfrider Club, Honors program - BS in Molecular and Cell Biology with a minor in public health - Provost Achievement Scholar (formerly Chancellor’s Scholar): 1 of 80 students selected based off academic and extra-curricular accomplishments - Dean’s List all terms at UH Manoa
- Punahou School
  2012 - 2018
  High School Diploma 3.96
  Activities and Societies: Varsity soccer, Varsity sailing, Environmental Sustainability Club
Experience
- Punahou School
  Sept 2014 - May 2018
  - Prepared chemicals and materials for chemistry labs and demonstrations - Tutored students in preparation for tests, quizzes, and exams - Facilitated activities to immerse K-5th grade students in the Japanese culture through language, food, and games - Spoke exclusively in Japanese to students
  - AP/Honors Chemistry Teaching Assistant
    Aug 2017 - May 2018
  - Japanese Immersion Teaching Assistant
    Sept 2014 - May 2018
- Hawaii Pacific Health
  Jun 2018 - Aug 2018
  Student Intern
  - 1 of 70 interns selected from over 600 applicants to explore professions in the medical field- Created pamphlet to be passed out to patients about precautions following spinal fusion surgery- Shadowed physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and other health professionals at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children
- Uncle Bo’s Pupu Bar & Grill
  Nov 2018 - Sept 2020
  Hostess/Server
  - Serve and coordinate seating, reservations, and take-out orders for a high-volume restaurant- Train incoming hosts/servers in responsibilities and expectations- Ability to multitask while working in a fast-paced environment
- University of Hawaii at Manoa
  Jan 2019 - Jun 2022
  - Managed 4 floors of 80+ residents- Executed 20+ social events and educational workshops to foster student involvement- Served on the Student Housing Transitions Committee (2019-2020), Academic Initiatives Committee (2020-2021), and the Student Staff Advisory (2021-2022)- Adapted to and implemented COVID-19 procedures to ensure a safe living environment - Provided detailed notes to aid classmates with learning disabilities - Assisted in proctoring exams, library and mobile assistance
  - Resident Assistant
    Jul 2019 - Jun 2022
  - Disability Access Services Assistant
    Jan 2019 - Jun 2019
- Hawaii Pacific Health
  Jun 2019 - Aug 2019
  Student Intern
  - 1 of 70 interns selected from over 1000 applicants- Created a SharePoint website to serve as a communications hub for Kapiolani Medical Specialists physicians and staff- Began a project to educate local physicians about CDC campaign “Learn the Signs, Act Early” about the importance of developmental screening and surveillance
- University of Hawaii Cancer Center
  Jun 2020 - Feb 2022
  Undergraduate Research Assistant
  - 1 of 8 interns selected from over 85 applicants- Attend and engage in weekly seminars, journal clubs, and faculty meetings surrounding various biological and population science-based cancer research - Conduct thorough literature reviews on the gut microbiota, adiposity, and ethnic disparities in cancer
- Association of University Centers on Disabilities
  Oct 2020 - Dec 2022
  Project Assistant
  - Assist with success of “Enhance Support for Early Childhood Systems through Act Early Ambassador Program to Support COVID19 Recovery” project
- Hawaii Pacific Health
  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021
  Research Scholar
- NYU Langone Health
  Jun 2023 - now
  Student Researcher
Licenses & Certifications
- Biomedical and Biological Responsible Conduct of Research
  CITI Program
  Nov 2021
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- GCP – Social and Behavioral Research Best Practices for Clinical Research
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
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- GCP Course for Clinical Trials Involving Investigational Drugs (international / ICH focus)
  CITI Program
  Jun 2020
  View certificate
- Social and Behavioral IRB Members IPS
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
  View certificate
- Non-Exempt Social and Behavioral Sciences Researchers and Key Personnel
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
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- Initial Biosafety Principals and Practices
  University of Hawaii at Manoa
  Jun 2020
- Non-Exempt Biomedical Researchers and Key Personnel
  CITI Program
  Jun 2020
  View certificate
- CPR/AED/First Aid
  American Heart Association
  Aug 2019
- Bloodborne Pathogens and Safe Sharps Use
  University of Hawaii at Manoa
  Jun 2020
- Non-Exempt Biomedical Researchers and Key Personnel
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
  View certificate
- Social and Behavioral IRB Members
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
  View certificate
- Non-Exempt Social and Behavioral Sciences Researchers and Key Personnel IPS
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
  View certificate
- GCP Course for Clinical Trials Involving Investigational Drugs (international / ICH focus)
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
  View certificate
- Non-Exempt Biomedical Researchers and Key Personnel IPS
  CITI Program
  Apr 2023
  View certificate
- Non-Exempt Biomedical Researchers and Key Personnel IPS
  CITI Program
  Jun 2020
  View certificate
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Kirra Borrello
  Phi Beta Kappa - Nov 2021
- Awarded to Kirra Borrello
  Dean's List University of Hawaii at Manoa 2020 Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
- Awarded to Kirra Borrello
  Provost Achievement Scholar (formerly Chancellor's scholar) University of Hawaii at Manoa Aug 2018 1 of 80 students selected based off academic and extra-curricular accomplishments
- Awarded to Kirra Borrello
  Graduated with Honors Punahou School Jun 2018
Volunteer Experience
- “Learn the Signs, Act Early” Project Coordinator
  Issued by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Jun 2019
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Community Volunteer
  Issued by NORTH SHORE COMMUNITY LAND TRUST on Dec 2017
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Fundraising volunteer
  Issued by Liliuokalani Protestant Church on Aug 2014
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Event Volunteer
  Issued by Special Olympics on Jun 2014
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Mentor
  Issued by College Key Foundation on Jul 2020
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Wish Granter
  Issued by Make-A-Wish Hawaii on Nov 2019
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Career Shadow
  Issued by Hawaii Pacific Health on Aug 2019
  Associated with Kirra Borrello
- Hawaii Executive Conference Volunteer
  Issued by Hawaii Executive Collaborative on Sept 2019
  Associated with Kirra Borrello