Dhanush Kannan Aruljothi

Dedicated and motivated undergraduate medical student with a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and a keen interest in clinical research seeking a Clinical Research Assistant position in the summer.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre – Medical Oncology Clinic

July-August 2023 (3 weeks)

• Observed under supervising physicians: Dr. Shivani Dadwal (GI), Dr. Bishal Gyawali (GI), Dr. Mates (Lung, Melanoma, Breast), Dr. Tara Baetz (Skin/Lymphoma)
• Experiences included observing physical examinations on patients, learning about cancer treatment strategies and current clinical trials, learning about interpreting blood tests and indications of certain biomarker, understanding patient’s needs, strategies to improve quality of life, palliative care treatment plans as well as diagnosis of specific pathologies, their respective treatment and prognosis.

Campbellford Memorial Hospital – Emergency Department, Outpatient Day Surgery, Inpatient Unit

July-August 2023 (2 weeks)

• Observed under supervising physicians: Dr. David Li (ER Department), Dr. Syed Najfi (Outpatient Day Surgery), Dr. Shiyam Loganathan (Inpatient Unit)
• Experiences included observing Dr. Li in the triage, learning about the functioning of the ER department and various pathologies and their diagnosis, immediate emergency procedures such as laceration repair with sutures and intubation.
• Experiences with Dr. Najfi included observing day surgery procedures, namely colonoscopies and GI endoscopies.
• Experiences included observing Dr. Loganathan on rounds in the unit, perform physical examinations on patients, observed two procedures: an echocardiogram and paracentesis.

Trenton Memorial Hospital – In-Patient Ward

July-August 2023 (2 weeks)

• Observed under supervising physician: Dr. Ashley Minuk
• Experiences included observing Dr. Minuk on rounds in the unit and phone call assessments, physical examinations on patients, checking vitals, interaction with patients and the assessment plans/strategies for discharge.

UCD Oncology Student Association - Active Committee Member, September 2022 – Present

• Working with Events Officer of the association to develop and organize activities within the society.
• Also collaborating with other UCD societies and UCD MedSoc on various events such as talks and seminars.

PHARMACY ASSISTANT – Part Time, PHARMASAVE Stirling ON, February 2018 – May 2020

• Worked to manage workflow in the pharmacy by filling prescriptions and compliance packs, keeping records in the pharmacy software system under the supervision of the pharmacist.

PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT - GREAT LAKES WALK-IN CLINIC Trenton, ON, June 2020 – August 2020

• Greeting and helping patients with registration and follow-up calls.
• Assisting medical professionals with office administrative tasks such as general filing and record-keeping.

STUDENT VOLUNTEER - CMH and TMHF - Youth Council, March 2018-August 2019

• Duties include escorting patients to different departments, assisting in physicians’ clinics, serve as a liaison between patients/visitors and staff, serve on various committees within the hospital and general filing.

STUDENT VOLUNTEER – Alzheimer Society of HPE, Belleville, July 2018- August 2019

• Participated with the event coordinator in organizing Alzheimer’s and dementia awareness initiatives and assisting in building creative content during events/fundraiser activities such as Walk for Alzheimer’s.

• HMS MedScience Program - Harvard Medical School, Boston
• NSLC Medicine - American University, Washington D.C
• SEEDS- Summer Program in Human Anatomy, Pathology and Molecular Biology, Queen’s University, Kingston
• Deadly Pandemic Program, Spark Lab-York University, Toronto
• Bronze Medallion – National Lifesaving Society
• Stop the Bleed - Bleeding Control Basic Course certification received from American College of Surgeons
• #Rising Youth Community award/badge – TakingITGlobal
• Duke of Edinburgh - Bronze Award
• Blyth Academy Principal’s Honour Roll – Achieved an average of 90% and/or higher in top six courses in Grade 11 and Grade 12 years.
• Completed HTH 501: Fundamentals of Health Research and Methodology - micro credential course from McMaster University

• Solid understanding of research methodologies, data analysis, and ethical considerations
• Proficient in data collection, entry, and management
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel Spreadsheets
• Ability to write and critically appraise research reports
• Effective communication with team members
• Considerable knowledge of EPIC system and Telus Healthcare (Kroll) system
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong leadership abilities with a passion for learning new tasks and grasping concepts quickly