Aprajita Laroia
New Delhi
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Observer
Jefferson Einstein Medical Center
08.2023 - 08.2023
- Shadowed ICU attending physicians on their rounds while they cared for 20+ patients every day
- Had the opportunity to work with interns, senior residents, and fellows in the ICU
- Observed invasive procedures such as central line insertion, arterial line placement, bronchoscopy, and endotracheal intubation, to name a few
- Witnessed the point-of-care ultrasound approach
- Presented patients on rounds to attending physicians with the help of interns and residents
- Attended daily noon conferences on various topics.
Observer
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Shadowed a highly experienced attending physician in his clinic, which encompassed primary care and geriatric care
- Had the opportunity to take patient histories and observe the attending physician examining the patients, followed by discussions regarding provisional diagnoses and further planning
- Witnessed a wide variety of patients with multiple comorbidities and learned about the approach to communication and simplifying healthcare for them
- Understood cultural differences and how to embrace them in the community setting under his leadership.
Junior Consultant
Saraswati Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Was an active part of a large team encompassing various specialties for the organization and implementation of free medical camps in rural parts of the city, focusing on basic medical problems and their management
- Engaged with the local community and promoted healthcare and wellness through active counseling and health talks
- Ensured prompt referrals and coordination with local healthcare centers for the continuity of care.
Clinical Associate
Max Super Speciality Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed the in-patient and out-patient departments of the internal medicine department in a 500+ bedded super specialty hospital in Delhi
- Mentored residents with their presentations and actively participated in theoretical and bedside teaching
- Oversaw daily patient workups, patient welfare, and facilitated coordination between patients and consultants
- Conducted weekly classes for undergraduate medical students from an international university
- Supervised documentation, including admissions and discharges
- Taught procedural skills to trainees - lumbar puncture, bone marrow aspiration, nasogastric tube insertion, etc.
Junior Resident
Max Super Speciality Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with diverse healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care using a multidisciplinary approach
- Acted as the initial contact for internal medicine department admissions, handling 12-15 daily on average
- Conducted physical exams, differential diagnoses, provisional diagnoses, and patient assessments and plans
- Managed daily documentation, including admissions, assessments, case notes, and consent forms
- Delivered junior-level patient care, conducted biweekly presentations, and attended multiple conferences
- Rotated through internal medicine subspecialties and independently managed night shifts in various departments
- Performed various invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including NG tube insertion, Foley catheterization, lumbar puncture, and central line insertion
- Served as a front-line healthcare worker during the COVID pandemic taking care of the FLU clinic alternating with COVID wards in all waves of the disease.
Junior Resident
Max Super Speciality Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Conducted an extensive doctoral thesis on Celiac Disease presenting as Iron deficiency anemia and/or elevated transaminase levels with or without GI symptoms in the population our hospital served
- Collaborated closely with my thesis advisor and co-advisors, including an internist, gastroenterologist, pathologist, supervisor of the primary care clinic, and statistician
- Created history fact sheets and consent forms in local languages and coordinated with multiple teams to achieve the desired sample size, thus establishing an appropriate study
- Accumulated significant knowledge about celiac disease, its mimics, effective communication with apparently healthy patients, and the formulation and execution of a substantial study like this, while also handling both minor and major setbacks that typically accompany research endeavors.
Junior Resident
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Acquired extensive and diverse firsthand experience in the Indian Healthcare Delivery System across both rural and urban settings as a resident of MD Community Health Administration
- Emphasizing community engagement as a priority, organized and executed community involvement programs, including regular health camps, health education campaigns in schools, and the promotion of health awareness in underserved areas
- Completed rotations at various healthcare institutions, including Rural Health Training Centers, Government and Corporate Hospitals, National Cold Chain & Vaccine Management as well as the National Health Mission in various states
- Learnt about community problems and ordeals faced by them daily - in terms of sanitation, water supply, education, and general health by adopting families and tried addressing them with local governance
- Participated in and presented academic lectures, and also contributed to weekly seminars and journal clubs, fostering a scholarly atmosphere during my tenure.
Cultural Moderator
Sharda University
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Organized multiple cultural events, including the annual university fest, celebrations of national days of importance, freshers party, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions
- Led the sponsorship team for the annual university fest for an academic year and served as the cultural moderator (HEAD) for the annual fest for the next academic year
- Collaborated closely and learned from students from various schools, including engineering, architecture, biotechnology, and design, to ensure the success of these programs
- Had the opportunity to learn from senior faculty about managing funds, people, and troubleshooting in adverse conditions
- Hosted and served as the anchor for multiple events
- As a member of a diverse team - planned, managed, and executed events from very small to very large scale in the university.
Education
Unk Degree -
National Board of Education and Medical Sciences
10.2018 - 04.2022
Present Mailing Address
52/54, 3RD FLOOR, RAMJAS ROAD, KAROL BAGH, New Delhi, 110005, India
Permanent Mailing Address
52/54, 3RD FLOOR, RAMJAS ROAD, KAROL BAGH, New Delhi, 110005, India
Medical Education
School of Medical Sciences and Research, Greater Noida, India, 08/2012, 03/2017, M.B.,B.S.
Post Graduate Training
None
Membership And Honorary Professional Societies
- Member of Royal College of Physicians, United Kingdom
- Member of National Academy of Medical Sciences
- The Association of Physicians of India
- Indian Medical Association
- Delhi Medical Association
- Delhi Medical Council
Medical School Awards
- Gold Medal, Microbiology
- Gold Medal, Pediatrics
- Silver Medal, Physiology
- Silver Medal, Pathology
- Silver Medal, Forensic Medicine
- Vice-Chancellor Award, An award for the best all-rounder student of Sharda University, attended by 12,000 + students in various specialties in 2017-2018.
Certification Licensure
- ACLS Certified, 09/30/2023
- BLS Certified, 09/30/2023
Visiting Scholar
N.C. Memorial Hospital, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, 08/2023, 09/2023, Observed multiple areas of the Nephrology Department: Research lab, Dialysis unit, ICU, and renal wards under the guidance of various experienced attending consultants., Witnessed multiple kidney biopsies performed by the Nephrology fellows., Presented multiple patients during ward rounds to attending consultants, including their history and physical examination, provisional diagnosis, and plan, and followed up with those patients alongside the residents., Worked closely with interns, second-year, and third-year residents to ensure smoother rounds and assisted them with tasks such as fact-checking with patients, coordinating communication with different teams, and brainstorming plans of action for patients.
Junior Resident
Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, India, 10/2018, 01/2022, Collaborated with diverse healthcare professionals for comprehensive patient care using a multidisciplinary approach., Acted as the initial contact for internal medicine department admissions, handling 12-15 daily on average., Conducted physical exams, differential diagnoses, provisional diagnoses, and patient assessments and plans., Managed daily documentation, including admissions, assessments, case notes, and consent forms., Delivered junior-level patient care, conducted biweekly presentations, and attended multiple conferences., Rotated through internal medicine subspecialties and independently managed night shifts in various departments., Performed various invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including NG tube insertion, Foley catheterization, lumbar puncture, and central line insertion., Served as a front-line healthcare worker during the COVID pandemic taking care of the FLU clinic alternating with COVID wards in all waves of the disease.
Cultural Moderator
School of Medical Sciences & Research, Sharda University, Greater Noida, India, 08/2016, 08/2017, Organized multiple cultural events, including the annual university fest, celebrations of national days of importance, freshers party, and Continuing Medical Education (CME) sessions., Led the sponsorship team for the annual university fest for an academic year and served as the cultural moderator (HEAD) for the annual fest for the next academic year., Collaborated closely and learned from students from various schools, including engineering, architecture, biotechnology, and design, to ensure the success of these programs., Had the opportunity to learn from senior faculty about managing funds, people, and troubleshooting in adverse conditions., Hosted and served as the anchor for multiple events., As a member of a diverse team - planned, managed, and executed events from very small to very large scale in the university.
Observer
- Jefferson Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, 08/2023, 08/2023, Shadowed ICU attending physicians on their rounds while they cared for 20+ patients every day., Had the opportunity to work with interns, senior residents, and fellows in the ICU., Observed invasive procedures such as central line insertion, arterial line placement, bronchoscopy, and endotracheal intubation, to name a few., Witnessed the point-of-care ultrasound approach., Presented patients on rounds to attending physicians with the help of interns and residents., Attended daily noon conferences on various topics.
- Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, Johnstown, PA, 07/2023, 07/2023, Shadowed a highly experienced attending physician in his clinic, which encompassed primary care and geriatric care., Had the opportunity to take patient histories and observe the attending physician examining the patients, followed by discussions regarding provisional diagnoses and further planning., Witnessed a wide variety of patients with multiple comorbidities and learned about the approach to communication and simplifying healthcare for them., Understood cultural differences and how to embrace them in the community setting under his leadership.
Junior Consultant
Saraswati Memorial Hospital, New Delhi, India, 02/2023, 04/2023, Was an active part of a large team encompassing various specialties for the organization and implementation of free medical camps in rural parts of the city, focusing on basic medical problems and their management., Engaged with the local community and promoted healthcare and wellness through active counseling and health talks., Ensured prompt referrals and coordination with local healthcare centers for the continuity of care.
Clinical Associate
Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, India, 03/2022, 02/2023, Managed the in-patient and out-patient departments of the internal medicine department in a 500+ bedded super specialty hospital in Delhi., Mentored residents with their presentations and actively participated in theoretical and bedside teaching., Oversaw daily patient workups, patient welfare, and facilitated coordination between patients and consultants., Conducted weekly classes for undergraduate medical students from an international university., Supervised documentation, including admissions and discharges., Taught procedural skills to trainees - lumbar puncture, bone marrow aspiration, nasogastric tube insertion, etc.
Language Fluency
- English, Advanced, I speak very accurately, and I understand other speakers very accurately. Native speakers have no problem understanding me, but they probably perceive that I am not a native speaker.
- Hindi, Native/functionally native, I converse easily and accurately in all types of situations. Native speakers, including the highly educated, may think that I am a native speaker, too.
- Punjabi, Fair, I speak and understand well enough to have extended conversations about current events, work, family, or personal life. Native speakers notice many errors in my speech or my understanding.
Other Awards Accomplishments
- Scored 100% marks in the practical subset (PACES) (OSCE) of the Member of Royal College of Physicians exam (MRCP), United Kingdom.
- Appointed as 'Cultural Moderator' for the Cultural Society of Sharda University from 2016-2017.
- Managed multiple medical and non-medical conferences as the organizer and master of the ceremony i.e. Anchor.
- Effectively orchestrated university events, such as annual fest, fresher's party, and cultural gatherings within the cultural society at different posts.
Aamc Id
16114232
Preferred Phone
919953576644
Research
Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, India, 01/2019, 01/2021, Conducted an extensive doctoral thesis on Celiac Disease presenting as Iron deficiency anemia and/or elevated transaminase levels with or without GI symptoms in the population our hospital served., Collaborated closely with my thesis advisor and co-advisors, including an internist, gastroenterologist, pathologist, supervisor of the primary care clinic, and statistician., Created history fact sheets and consent forms in local languages and coordinated with multiple teams to achieve the desired sample size, thus establishing an appropriate study., Accumulated significant knowledge about celiac disease, its mimics, effective communication with apparently healthy patients, and the formulation and execution of a substantial study like this, while also handling both minor and major setbacks that typically accompany research endeavors.
Publications
Study on coeliac disease presenting as iron deficiency anemia and/or elevated serum transaminase levels in patients with or without gastrointestinal symptoms, Laroia, Aprajita, Budhiraja, Sandeep, Raj, Vivek, 2021-08-21, Published, National Board Of Examinations In Medical Sciences
Timeline
Observer
Jefferson Einstein Medical Center
08.2023 - 08.2023
Observer
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
07.2023 - 07.2023
Junior Consultant
Saraswati Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023
Clinical Associate
Max Super Speciality Hospital
03.2022 - 02.2023
Junior Resident
Max Super Speciality Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2021
Junior Resident
Max Super Speciality Hospital
10.2018 - 01.2022
Unk Degree -
National Board of Education and Medical Sciences
10.2018 - 04.2022
Junior Resident
National Institute of Health and Family Welfare
04.2018 - 09.2018
Cultural Moderator
Sharda University
08.2016 - 08.2017
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