COPE Health Scholars
June 2025 – Sep. 2025
Radiology Practitioner Assistant
Clinical · Imaging

Supported radiology-adjacent clinical workflows in a hospital environment by analyzing X-ray imaging, recognizing relevant visual patterns, and strengthening familiarity with diagnostic imaging processes. Worked alongside healthcare professionals to review cases and support training and evaluation of medical imaging systems.

  • Utilized clinical knowledge and attention to detail while analyzing X-ray imaging in a hospital setting.
  • Assisted in identifying key visual patterns and abnormalities in radiographic images.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to strengthen diagnostic understanding and imaging workflow awareness.
UC Riverside · Research Integrity
Jan. 2025 – Present
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Research · Molecular Biology

Conducted molecular biology research involving DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis to analyze genetic barcoding in pomegranates. Optimized lab protocols, contributed to phylogenetic modeling, and co-authored a published extraction protocol.

  • Performed molecular biology research involving DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis focused on pomegranate genetic barcoding.
  • Optimized laboratory methods and contributed to building phylogenetic models for reproducible data generation.
  • Co-authored a published protocol focused on high molecular weight DNA extraction from pomegranate samples.
Riverside University Health System
May 2025 – Present
Clinical Observer — Dermatology
Clinical · Observer

Observed patient care workflows and clinical decision-making in dermatology, with exposure to biopsies, minor procedures, and diagnostic discussion.

  • Observed clinical evaluation, biopsies, and treatment workflows in a dermatology setting.
  • Collaborated with medical students and residents on discussions around diagnosis and treatment approaches.
COPE Health Solutions
Sep. 2023 – Present
Health Scholar
Clinical · Patient Support

Provided direct patient support in a hospital setting and gained broad exposure to interdisciplinary care delivery across multiple departments.

  • Supported patients through mobility assistance, vital signs, and clinical material preparation.
  • Gained exposure to surgical procedures, emergency care, and interdisciplinary hospital workflows.
SHPEP
June 2025 – July 2025
SHPEP Scholar
Summer Health Professions Education Program

Selected through a competitive national program for hands-on exposure to clinical practice and healthcare systems.

  • Participated in simulations, suturing, and interdisciplinary training focused on patient care and clinical reasoning.
  • Engaged in coursework addressing health disparities and healthcare-system dynamics.

Related projects

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