Che Ross

Oversaw a health administration team of 8 medical personnel, diagnosing and treating diseases for correctional facility patients. Led policy and implementation efforts to facilitate and improve patient care, which allowed scaling of a pilot program.

Created and led a team of 5 software developers and 1 business colleague on the development of a novel mobile application. This application aims to help patients recovering from brain injuries and stroke access rehabilitation services from home.

Consulted with patients and managed their preoperative, postoperative, and neurocritical care. Conducted emergency room and inpatient consults for neurological care alongside neurosurgical residents and assisted in neurosurgical procedures.

Traveled to various correctional facilities to treat patients by conducting bedside procedures. These procedures included suturing, casting, and splinting within the Maryland correctional system.

Consulted with patients and performed disability physical examinations. Provided primary care services to a diverse patient population.

Consulted with patients and managed their care by performing physical exams. Performed bedside and radio-image guided procedures including thoracentesis, paracentesis, and lumbar punctures, and assisted in neurological surgery in the operative room.

Assisted in neurosurgical procedures at the bedside and in the operating room. Conducted emergency room and inpatient consults for neurological care.

Performed physical exams, bedside procedures, and assisted in neurological surgery and orthopaedic surgery. Gained comprehensive experience in both surgical specialties.

Activities and societies: Indian Health Pathway Scholar, President of Medicine Wheel Society, Vice President of American Association of Neurological Surgeons – UW Chapter, Student Representative on Faculty Search Committee, Peer Mentor for AIHEC Aseto'ne Networking Project, Volunteer for Brain & Spine Group, President of Mission:BRAIN UW Chapter

Pursuing a Doctor of Medicine degree with a focus on the Indian Health Pathway. This program emphasizes healthcare education and improvement in Native communities, integrating cultural, spiritual, and traditional backgrounds into medical approaches.

Activities and societies: Researcher, DMD Research Project; Panacea Pharmaceuticals

Completed a Master's in Science with a specialization in Biotechnology. This involved researching biomarkers and drug targets for neuromuscular disorders and cancer, and studying disease models to propose novel systems for pre-validated biomarkers.

Grade: Magna Cum Laude

Activities and societies: Dean’s List (2010 – 2013)

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant Studies with Magna Cum Laude honors. This comprehensive program prepared for a career as a Physician Assistant, focusing on patient care and medical procedures.