Importance of Research in Medicine

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Importance of Research in Medicine
Pooja Patel, OMS-II Des Moines University College
of Osteopathic Medicine
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Background

• Drake University
• B.A. Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology
• B.S. Neuroscience
• Des Moines University
• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine

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Research Background

• Research Assistant Organic Chemistry
• Drake University
• Analyzed organic compounds based on melting
  points, vapor pressure, and boiling points.
• Performed gas chromatography, infrared
  spectroscopy, thin layer chromatography, etc.

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Research Background Contd

• Research Assistant Plant Molecular/Genetics
• Pioneer Hi-Bred International
• Managed greenhouse and field plants.
• Performed DNA/RNA isolation techniques, PCRs,
  tissue sampling, plasmid cloning, vector
  construction, gel electrophoresis, etc.

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Research Background Contd

• Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow
  Pharmacology Toxicology
• Michigan State University (SURF-REU)
• Special emphasis on Hypertension, Stroke and
  Autoimmunity
• Performed stroke surgeries, immunoblots, ELISAs,
  etc.
• Society of Toxicology Distinguished Undergraduate
  Award

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Research Background Contd

• Research Assistant Exercise Physiology/Trauma
• NASA
• Iowa Space Grant Consortium
• Drake University
• Experienced in using equipment such as the
  Ultrasonic Cardiac Output Monitor, blood pressure
  devices and SpO2 recorders.

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Research Background Contd

• Research Assistant Cardiovascular Physiology
• Drake University Des Moines University
• Performed Vagus nerve stimulation in rats and
  studied the effects of stimulation on heart rate,
  blood pressure and feeding habits.

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Research Background Contd

• Research Assistant/Lab Manager Plant
  Biotechnology
• Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg
• Optimized Agrobacterium-mediated transformation
  system in Fig, Jatropha and Camelina using
  GUS/GFP marker genes.
• Standardized tissue culture system in Fig.
• Assisted with grant submissions, lab supervision,
  ordering and maintenance.

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Research Background Contd

• Medical Student/Researcher Pediatric
  Neuro-oncology
• Mercy Brain and Spine Center
• Des Moines University
• Studying the advancements in treatment strategies
  for juvenile pilocytic astrocytomas.
• Ultimate goal of determining whether a particular
  advancement has shown an increase in survival in
  the past 3 decades.

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What does it take to get into medical school?

• Coursework
• GPA
• MCAT
• Baccalaureate Diploma
• Extracurricular Activities/Leadership
• Community Service
• Physician Shadowing/Patient hours
• Research

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Application Process

• Start Early
• Research medical schools
• Write personal statement
• Apply using AAMC or AACOM
• Arrange for letters of recommendation
• Primary Applications
• Secondary Applications
• Interviews

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Pooja.N.Patel_at_dmu.edu Pooja0412_at_gmail.com