Saarang Patel

Medical scribe in the emergency department, working with physicians, APPs, and hospital staff to deliver quality care, with experience using Cerner EMR and EPIC electronic health records.

Research assistant in the Department of Neurosurgery under Dr. Visish Srinivasan as part of the NeuroVERT research team, working on clinical research projects such as video articles, systematic reviews, and literature reviews in cerebrovascular/endovascular neurosurgery.

Coordinate youth activities at the Clifton, NJ temple, overseeing 10+ volunteers and ensuring weekly tasks are carried out to educate youths on religious and spiritual teachings.

Conducted clinical research projects including video articles, systematic reviews, and case reports under the guidance of Dr. Luke Tomycz, MD, a pediatric neurosurgeon specializing in epilepsy surgery.

Volunteered through the Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP), assisting patients and families during distress and providing support across hospital units, with special training for patients at risk for delirium and functional decline.

Paired with a child affected by Down syndrome for weekly sessions to create presentations, conduct research, and practice public-speaking and presentation skills.

Shadowed Dr. Sanjay Shah, MD, witnessing surgical procedures and assisting with patient transport, preparation, and monitoring including ECG leads, blood pressure cuffs, and IVs.

Shadowed Dr. George Kaptain, MD, specializing in neurosurgical oncology, observing patient-physician interactions and learning communication skills for patient care.

Activities and societies: Member of the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students; volunteer with the Division of Volunteer Efforts.

Pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Social and Behavioral Sciences, graduating in May 2022.

Completed high school education, earning a High School Diploma in June 2019.