Girish Vanapalli

Experience

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  Vijaya Dental Clinic

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2022

  Associate Dentist

  Formulated treatment plans for patients.Advised and instructed patients on preventive dental care, treatment of dental problems, and oral health care services.Diagnosed and treated diseases, injuries, or malformations of teeth, gums, or related oral structures, and provided preventive or corrective services.Prescribe antibiotics or other medications as necessary for patient.Administered anesthetics to minimize pain during procedures.Analyzed and evaluated dental needs to identify changes or trends in dental disease patterns.Performed oral and periodontal surgery on the jaw or mouth.Surgical extraction and Disimpaction.Managed business operations, employed and supervised staff, and handled paperwork and insurance claims.Planned, organized, and maintained dental health programs.Produced and evaluated dental health educational materials. Show less

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  Narayana Specialists Dental and Implant Center

  Jan 2022 - Apr 2022

  General Dental Surgeon

  Consulted with patients and diagnosed problems using X-rays and RVG, and prepared treatment plans.Performed Root Canal treatments and Post and Core procedures for decayed tooth cases.Prepared Crowns and Bridges for PFM and handled their cementation.Performed tooth fillings using GIC and Composites for Class 1 to Class 5 cavities.Provided esthetic fillings using Composites for anterior teeth.Performed scaling and polishing using ultrasonic piezoelectric scalers and instructed patients on oral hygiene and plaque control.Organized patient appointments and maintained patient records.Assisted oral surgeons in their surgeries.Established a trusting rapport with patients, ensuring a positive dental experience, and managed pre- and post-treatment care.Supervised Dental Hygienists and Dental Assistants. Show less

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  Washington University in St. Louis

  Sept 2022 - May 2024

  Graduate Fellow

  College Prep Program.Academic Sessions and Course Instruction: Conducted academic sessions focused on college readiness, covering various topics for first-generation high school students. Taught enrichment and academic courses to scholars, providing a strong foundation in various subjects to enhance their academic performance and readiness for college-level coursework.Recruitment and Interviews: Conducted interviews and played a pivotal role in the recruitment process for various positions within the program, including Scholars, Undergraduate Program Assistants, and the Program Coordinator. Evaluated applicants to ensure a good fit for the program’s objectives and culture, contributing to the program’s overall success and effectiveness.Program Support and Administration: Provided logistical support for program events and activities, ensuring smooth execution and positive experiences for participants. Assisted in developing and implementing programmatic initiatives aimed at enhancing the educational outcomes and college readiness of first-generation high school students.Mentorship and Guidance: Offered personalized mentorship and guidance to scholars, helping them navigate the challenges of high school and the transition to college. Supported scholars in setting and achieving their academic and personal goals, fostering a supportive and motivating learning environment. Show less

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  Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis

  May 2023 - now

  Public Health Data & Training Center, Institute for Public Health.Project: Analyzing injury data from Level-1 Trauma Centers in St. Louis using the CDC Cardiff violence prevention model to identify key trends based on injury occurrence locations, and developing targeted prevention strategies and evidence-based recommendations to reduce violence-related injuries.Data Analysis: Conducted data cleaning for injury data from four Level-1 Trauma Centers. Utilized STATA for statistical analysis to identify trends in injury occurrences. Created interactive Tableau dashboards to communicate findings.Identified Key Trends: Utilized GIS tools to map injury occurrences( ZIP wise), identifying hotspots and trends based on location, and demographic factors.Formulated Recommendations: Developed comprehensive, evidence-based recommendations for policymakers and community leaders to guide future violence prevention efforts. Show less Toriola Lab, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine.Developing Understanding of the Environment of Disseminated Tumor Cells (DUET) Study: Aimed to understand why some breast cancer patients develop cancer recurrence and identify preventive measures to reduce mortality. Screened and recruited patients for the DUET study using Epic EHR and coordinated and administered patient surveys, ensuring accurate data collection and integrity using REDCap. Handling of tissue samples to support research objectives.Systematic Review on Circulating Biomarkers: Conducted a comprehensive systematic review of circulating biomarkers associated with breast density. Analyzed existing literature to identify key biomarkers and their relevance to breast cancer research.Study Oral Contraceptive Use and Mammographic Breast Density among Premenopausal Women: Conducted a study on oral contraceptive use and type, steroid hormone metabolites, and mammographic breast density among premenopausal women and performed an extensive literature review to understand associations. Performed statistical analyses, including regression models, to assess the impact of these factors on mammographic breast density. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support the study's objectives and contributed to the dissemination of research findings. Show less

  • Graduate Research Assistant

    May 2023 - now

  • Research Assistant

    May 2023 - Dec 2023