Arjun Mehendale

Arjun Mehendale

Mathematics Tutor

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    M1 at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine

  • Education

    • Colleyville Heritage High School

      2015 - 2019
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: Wind Ensemble (Principal Alto Saxophone), Marching Band, National Spanish Honor Society (Vice President), Chem Club (Vice President), Science National Honor Society (Vice President), National Honor Society Final Class Rank: 2 of 474

    • Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

      2023 - 2027
      Doctor of Medicine - MD

      Distinguished Student Scholar: Awarded a full-tuition merit-based scholarship

    • The University of Texas at Dallas

      2019 - 2023
      B.S. Neuroscience; Minors in Psychology and Political Science

      Activities and Societies: National Merit Scholars Program, Collegium V Honors College, Archer Fellowship Program, Divergent (Founder and President), American Physician Scientists Association (Historian), Freshman Mentor Program (Mentor), Wind Ensemble (Alto Saxophone) Graduated Summa Cum Laude (GPA: 4.0)

  • Experience

    • Kumon North America, Inc.

      Sept 2016 - Jun 2019
      Mathematics Tutor

      • Tutored students from kindergarten through 9th grade in topics ranging from basic arithmetic to calculus• Graded the students' homework• Managed student check-in and check-out• Communicated with parents about their child's progress

    • UTD School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences

      Jun 2019 - Jun 2023
      Research Assistant - Engineer Lab

      • Performed brain mapping surgeries to determine the organization of the auditory cortex in rat models of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and Rett syndrome.• Analyzed data regarding ultrasonic vocalizations (USVs) in rat models of Rett syndrome and presented my findings for my Honors Thesis.• Developed headcaps, swivels, cuffs, and cuff wires each week for the Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) device that would be used in rat models for various neurological conditions.• Analyzed auditory brainstem response (ABR) data regarding speech and tone perception in the rat model of autism.• Habituated and monitored the health of rat models.• Assisted in pairing rats for breeding and performing health checks on pregnant rats, new mothers, and pups.• Founded a coding and data science club to teach other student researchers about data analysis. Show less

    • U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

      Oct 2019 - May 2020
      Clinical Researcher

      • Collected patient data for studies aiming to improve the outcomes of interventional cardiology procedures.• Screened 50+ patients each week for eligibility to participate in research studies.

    • The University of Texas at Dallas

      Jan 2021 - May 2023
      Peer Tutor

      • Helped students better understand concepts in general chemistry through one-on-one sessions, emphasizing active learning techniques and hands-on practice with chemistry concepts• Led general chemistry exam reviews with 90+ students.

    • The Archer Center

      Aug 2021 - Dec 2021
      Undergraduate Fellow

      • Competitively selected to engage in a public policy internship in Washington D.C alongside a cohort of 48 fellows from across The University of Texas System.

    • United States Senate

      Sept 2021 - May 2022

      • Assisted constituents with casework issues regarding federal agencies, such as receiving Medicare/Medicaid benefits, Green Cards, and passports• Created certificates to award new businesses in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex• Researched local political issues that would be relevant to the Senator• Answered constituent phone calls regarding current political issues • Assisted with legislative research and drafted memos on current legislation, primarily focusing on health policy.• Answered hundreds of constituent phone calls, reviewed voicemails, and organized mail.• Attended and wrote reports on legislative conferences.

      • Senate Legislative Intern - District Office

        Jan 2022 - May 2022
      • Senate Legislative Intern

        Sept 2021 - Dec 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • GCP for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Biologics (ICH Focus)

      CITI Program
      Dec 2023
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    • GCP for Clinical Trials with Investigational Drugs and Medical Devices (U.S. FDA Focus)

      CITI Program
      Nov 2024
      View certificate certificate
    • Biomedical Research Investigators and Key personnel

      CITI Program
      Dec 2023
      View certificate certificate
    • Advanced Wilderness Life Support - AWLS

      University of Utah School of Medicine
      Sept 2024
    • Research Study Design (RSD)

      CITI Program
      Dec 2023
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Dean's List (All Semesters) - May 2023 Awarded for completing each semester with a GPA among the top 10% of students in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences.
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      GRACE Community Clinic Volunteer of the Year GRACE Grapevine Apr 2023
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society - Oct 2021 Awarded to juniors with a GPA among the top 7.5%
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Fall 2021 Bill Archer Fellow - Aug 2021
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Undergraduate Research Scholar Award - Apr 2021 $500 grant to pursue research on vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) in the rat model of autism, and present findings in a poster contest.
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Texas Biomedical Device Center Research Scholarship - Jan 2021 Awarded $100 to pursue neural engineering research
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      National Merit Scholars Program - Aug 2019 Full-tuition scholarship at UT Dallas.
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Clark Research Scholar - Jun 2019 The Clark Research Program allows students to work full-time in a research lab on campus the summer before starting their freshman year of college. As a Clark Scholar, I completed over 600 hours of research in the Cortical Plasticity Lab studying vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) on the rat model of tinnitus, and presented my findings in a poster symposium.
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      American Airlines Federal Credit Union Scholarship - May 2019 1 of 6 high school students awarded a $5000 scholarship based on essays, letters of recommendation, academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement.https://www.cornerstoneleague.coop/about-us/inside-cornerstone/publications/leaguer/leaguer-detail/leaguer/2019/06/03/american-airlines-fcu-awards-2019-scholarships-to-11-students
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Collegium V Honors College - May 2019 Admitted to the honors program at UT Dallas, which involves differentiated courses and events.
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      Colleyville Vision Associates Scholarship - May 2019 Only student to receive a $500 scholarship based on an essay contest.
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      National AP Scholar College Board May 2019
    • Awarded to Arjun Mehendale
      National Merit Scholar - Feb 2019
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Spanish Interpreter, Patient Intake

      Issued by GRACE Grapevine Community Clinic on May 2018
      GRACE Grapevine Community ClinicAssociated with Arjun Mehendale
    • English Second Language Instructor

      Issued by Richardson Adult Literacy Center on Jan 2022
      Richardson Adult Literacy CenterAssociated with Arjun Mehendale