Smyan Kothapally

Experience

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  KD College Prep

  Mar 2018 - Aug 2019

  Student Worker

  • Responsibilities included administering tests, data entry for events, assisting directors with special tasks, cleaning rooms, and checking inventory. • Gained valuable customer service skills by greeting students, answering phone calls from students and parents.

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  CIBORG Lab

  Apr 2021 - Jan 2022

  Research Assistant

  • Work on analysis of the anatomical differences in the hippocampus in preterm infants that carry the Apolipoprotein E4 (ApoE4) gene.• Complete manual segmentations of the hippocampus in preterm infants' MRI scans through the program ITK-SNAP.

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  Neurology Associates of Texas

  Jul 2021 - Aug 2021

  Physician Observership

  • Assisted neurologist with ascertaining patient histories and performed initial patient assessments. Also took and monitored vitals such as respiration rate and blood pressure, ensuring patient safety and well-being.• Efficiently documented patient details, demonstrating attention to detail and familiarity with Dr. Chrono, an electronic medical record service.• Acquired firsthand observation of critical neurological procedures and conditions, enhancing diagnostic awareness and patient care skills. Show less

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  Health, Emotion, and Addiction Laboratory

  Sept 2022 - May 2023

  Undergraduate Research Assistant

  • Directly interacted with patients during live experimental sessions, demonstrating patient assessment, communication, and care skills crucial for medical roles.• Analyzed data with a focus on health metrics (e.g., lung function), showcasing a scientific approach to patient care and the ability to interpret clinical data.• Recruit new participants via administering phone screens and producing public recruit material.• Conduct sessions with participants to investigate the effects nicotine has on mental health.• Manage payment tracking and ensure proper compensation of patients via ClinCard, a common system used by clinical study labs. Show less

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  Redwood River Academy

  Mar 2023 - now

  Private Tutor

  • Tutored students in various STEM subjects, developing the ability to convey intricate concepts in an easily understandable manner.• Embraced the value of understanding individual needs and backgrounds to provide tailored assistance and create personalized teaching materials.

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  Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

  Aug 2023 - now

  Research Intern
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  American First Responder

  Sept 2023 - now

  Emergency Medical Technician/ On-site Medic