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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Research Publications
Society Memberships
Leadership
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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USHA TOPALKATTI

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Summary

I am a work-driven employee, highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and contribute for the future Ai healthcare

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hands-On Clinical Extern

Frederick Tiesenga, M.D, FACS
Chicago, Illinois, United States
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Assisted in gastric sleeve, amputation, and various bariatric surgeries.
  • Contributed to endoscopy procedures and documented EPIC notes.
  • Presented surgical cases during rounds to enhance team collaboration.
  • Authored and published case reports, alongside systematic review papers.
  • Showcased research findings with a poster presentation at American College of Surgeons in Chicago.

Hands-On Clinical Observer

Dr. Khachig K. Ishkhan, MD
Chicago, Illinois, United States
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Documented patient data with EPIC, including medical histories, symptoms, and treatments.
  • Prescribed Assisted in Cath lab
  • Maintained HIPAA compliance while managing confidential patient information.
  • Assisted in Cath lab procedures to support clinical teams.

Hands-On Clinical Observer

Dr Hubert Fernandes, MD
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Conducted physical examinations to assess overall patient health status.
  • Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and heart rate, during clinical visits.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to formulate diagnosis and treatment plans.
  • Attended weekly healthcare camps to provide essential support and services.

Research Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Dr Ravi Solbannavar
Bagalkot
12.2023 - 06.2024
  • Conducted data collection and analysis to support research initiatives.
  • Performed lab work and provided experimental support for various projects.
  • Developed meta-analysis and research design methodologies to enhance study outcomes.
  • Created comprehensive presentations and documentation for stakeholder review.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Exercised technical skills in laboratory settings, ensuring accurate results.
  • Utilized effective communication skills to collaborate with team members.
  • Showcased leadership abilities by guiding research teams towards publications

Undergraduate Student Research Assistant

Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences
Hyderabad
02.2022 - 11.2023
  • Generated graphs and charts from collected data using spreadsheet software.
  • Published patent on formulation and evaluation of transdermal patches for propranolol hydrochloride treatment.
  • Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens, and samples.
  • Processed hematology and chemistry samples efficiently.
  • Secured funding to support research initiatives.
  • Conducted literature reviews and designed research methodologies.
  • Delivered presentations and maintained comprehensive documentation.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills within team environments.

Research Trainee, Cardiology

M.S Kerudi Cancer Hospitals and Research Center
Bagalkot
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Employed scientific methods to ensure quality control of samples and specimens.
  • Assisted in designing and implementing research studies, including developing hypotheses and methodologies.
  • Contributed to the writing and editing of research papers, reports, and presentations.
  • Performed statistical analysis on data and results, identifying and utilizing appropriate techniques.
  • Reviewed and summarized academic articles, reports, and other relevant materials.
  • Assisted in grant writing efforts, including literature reviews and proposal development.
  • Conducted fieldwork activities, including data collection and observation.
  • Assisted in the preparation of manuscripts for submission to academic journals.

Education

Community First Medicial Centre - Surgery

Community First Medicial Centre
Chicago, Illinois
04.2025

M.D. - Doctor of Medicine

Spartan Health Science University
Saint Lucia
11-2024

Community First Medicial Centre - Cardiology

Community First Medicial Centre
Chicago, Illinois
09.2024

Loretto Hospital - Clinical Electives

Loretto Hospital
Chicago, Illinois, USA
07.2024

Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences - Clinical sciences, Clinical Rotations

Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences
Hyderabad, India
01.2024

E Learning - Bioethics: The Law, Medicine, And Ethics of Reproductive Technologies And Genetics, Fundamentals of Neuroscience, Part 2 Neurons And Networks

Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts
07-2021

Spartan Health Science University - Pre Med

Spartan Health Science University
Saint Lucia
01.2018

Basaveshwara Pre University college - PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY, MATHEMATICS

Basaveshwara Pre University college
Bagalkot, Karnataka, India
01.2016

Basaveshwara International Public School - Pre school

Basaveshwara International Public School
Bagalkot, Karnataka, India
01.2013

Skills

  • Surgical assistance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS)
  • EPIC charting
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Clinical research
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Research funding
  • Research Mentoring

Research Publications

  • An In-Depth Prospective Comprehensive View on Myocardial Infarction (MI) in Young Adults, Topalkatti U, Chennamalla M, N R, et al., 06/19/23, Cureus, 15, 6, 10.7759/cureus.40630, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10356967/
  • Comparative Analysis of TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement) and Surgical Valve Replacement for Low-Risk Patients, Topalkatti U, Prasad R, Koppu B, et al., 10/17/23, Cureus, 15, 10, 10.7759/cureus.47234, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10654047/
  • The Game Changing Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Heart Failure Diagnosis, Usha Topalkatti; Bhagyaraju Koppu; Ram Chandra Prasad; Kalva Suchitra Reddy, 07/01/23, International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT), 8, 7, https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8163685
  • A Giant Obstructing Prostatic Urethral Calculi – A Rare Case Report, Usha Topalkatti; Arun Rathi; Adeeb Afsar; Param Kadam, 02/01/24, International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT), 9, 2, https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10696355
  • Examining a Case: Carbamazepine-Triggered Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms, Usha Topalkatti; Moka Sreeja; Hemanth Vasireddy; Peddireddi Renuka Sri Sai; Adeeb Afsar, 12/01/23, International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology (IJISRT), 8, 12, https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10430426

     https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10430426

     https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/1dSU7jQIv2ZQa/bibliography/public/

  • Systematic review comparing the effectiveness of robotic-assisted coronary artery bypass surgery versus conventional coronary artery bypass surgery: perioperative and mid-term results
  • Comparative Meta Analysis of Long-term Outcomes: Radial Artery to Aorta versus Radial Artery to Internal Mammary Artery Grafting in Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
  • Arrhythmogenic right ventricular dysplasia or cardiomyopathy [ARVD/C] as a cause of sudden cardiac death – A comprehensive review
  • Narrative review on cost utility Analysis of Robotic – Assisted Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery ; A decision – Analytic Model Considering Long – Term Clinical Outcomes and Healthcare Costs

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/1dSU7jQIv2ZQa/bibliography/public/

https://www.ijisrt.com/narrative-review-comparing-the-effectiveness-of-roboticassisted-coronary-artery-bypass-surgery-versus-conventional-coronary-artery-bypass-surgery-perioperative-and-midterm-results

  • Osler – Weber – Rendu Syndrome: A Rare Cause of Recurrent Iron Deficiency Anaemia
  • pneumocystis jirovecii Pneumonia in an 83-year-old Male Undergoing Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Therapy: A case Report
  • Traumatic Isolated Duodenal Transection: Effectiveness of the Primary Closure and Triple Tube Decompression Followed by Omental Patch Placement: A Case Report

https://plu.mx/plum/a/?doi=https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25may1787

  • JAW RESTORATION USING A VASCULARIZED FIBULAR FLAP: A CASE REPORT "
  • SURGICAL APPROACH TO PERFORATED SIGMOID DIVERTICULITIS: A CASE REPORT

Society Memberships

  • American Medical Association, 2024, Present
  • Society of South Asian Academic Surgeons, 2024, Present
  • Society of Robotic Surgery, 2024, Present
  • Society of Surgical Oncology, 2024, Present
  • American College of Cardiology, 2024, Present
  • Spartan Biomarkers Student Association, 2019, Present
  • Spartan Mental Health Students Association, 2018, Present
  • American Medical Students Association, 2016, Present

Leadership

  • Student Research Assistant, Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences, 2022
  • Research Mentor, Meta Health, 2024 - Present
  • Clinical Investigative Writing Student, Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences, 2022
  • Class Representative, Spartan Health Science University, School of Medicine, 2017
  • AMSA Vice President, Spartan Health Science University, School of Medicine, 2018
  • Cultural Fest Core Committee Member, SHSU, 2016-2018
  • Anatomy Dissection Lab Representor, SHSU, 2019
  • College Secretary of Academic Students Committee, SHSU, 2019
  • College Secretary of Student Sports Committee, SHSU, 2018
  • Vice President of Spartan Mental Health Organisation, 2017

Affiliations

  • Published and Authored for a non-fiction book

“NURTURING MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH THROUGH SPIRITUAL HARMONY

  • loves to travel, explore new architecture, place, food, nature, birds, animals, rivers, fossils
  • fitness and sports freak
  • Music, Zumba Fitness, Boating
  • cooking, gardening
  • Athletics

Accomplishments

  • Presented Poster at AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS, Conference, Chicago
  • HIPPA CERTIFICATION
  • ALS / BLS CERTIFICATION
  • Honor Certified in HL54: Bioethics: The Law, Medicine, and Ethics of Reproductive Technologies and Genetics
  • Honor Certified in Fundamentals of neuroscience, Part 2 Neurons and Networks course
  • Honors in Internal Medicine clinical rotation
  • Honors in Obs-Gync rotation
  • Honors in skills lab
  • Honors in DPR
  • Honors in Biochemistry
  • Honors in Histology
  • Published First Author for 17 peer reviewed Research articles
  • Guinness world record on 10 KM run complete in 24 hours
  • 2 south asian Jumprope player with 3 silvers, Team India
  • National level football tennis champion, Team India with Bronze medals
  • Winner at state level folk dance and talent competition
  • Gold medal in karnataka state science and mathematics olympiad exam

Certification

  • Doctor of medicine, 2024
  • Certified Clinical Research Assistant, 2023
  • Certified Published Author
  • HIPPA CERTIFICATION
  • ALS / BLS CERTIFICATION
  • HL54: Bioethics: The Law, Medicine, and Ethics of Reproductive Technologies and Genetics
  • Certified in Fundamentals of neuroscience, Part 2 Neurons and Networks course
  • Certified Peer reviewer
  • Certificate of completion, CME 6.5 Credits, American college of surgeons, Chicago

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Tamil
Professional
Telugu
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hands-On Clinical Extern

Frederick Tiesenga, M.D, FACS
02.2025 - 04.2025

Hands-On Clinical Observer

Dr. Khachig K. Ishkhan, MD
07.2024 - 09.2024

Hands-On Clinical Observer

Dr Hubert Fernandes, MD
05.2024 - 07.2024

Research Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Dr Ravi Solbannavar
12.2023 - 06.2024

Undergraduate Student Research Assistant

Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences
02.2022 - 11.2023

Research Trainee, Cardiology

M.S Kerudi Cancer Hospitals and Research Center
01.2020 - 01.2021

Community First Medicial Centre - Surgery

Community First Medicial Centre

M.D. - Doctor of Medicine

Spartan Health Science University

Community First Medicial Centre - Cardiology

Community First Medicial Centre

Loretto Hospital - Clinical Electives

Loretto Hospital

Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences - Clinical sciences, Clinical Rotations

Mediciti Institute of Medical Sciences

E Learning - Bioethics: The Law, Medicine, And Ethics of Reproductive Technologies And Genetics, Fundamentals of Neuroscience, Part 2 Neurons And Networks

Harvard University

Spartan Health Science University - Pre Med

Spartan Health Science University

Basaveshwara Pre University college - PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, BIOLOGY, MATHEMATICS

Basaveshwara Pre University college

Basaveshwara International Public School - Pre school

Basaveshwara International Public School
USHA TOPALKATTI