My Experience

Job Title

Neurocritical Care Physician Fellow

Company

United Health Services

Location

Binghamton, New York

I currently work here

No

From

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To

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Role Description

Treated 10-20 patients per day (200 patients and families total) in neuro-intensive care unit with department stroke team and vascular neurosurgery team. Maintained continuity of care from admission from emergency room to discharge from hospital and/or to medical. floors. Wrote patient notes, reviewed medical imaging such as MRI, CT scans, chest x-ray, and EKGs. Participated in patient care rounds, updated medical records, placed orders, and responded to 24-hour calls for assistance. Instructed medical students and served as clinical teaching faculty at SUNY Upstate.

Work Experience 2

Job Title

Advanced Clinical Associate

Company

Gohealth Urgent Care

Location

Newark, Delaware

I currently work here

No

From

5/2023

To

7/2023

Role Description

Saw 60-80 patients daily (1K+ total) in fast-paced urgent care center for diseases (dermatological disease, cardiovascular, kidney, and liver), infections ( upper respiratory infection, eye & ear infection, urinary tract), food poisoning, and abdominal illness. Tested for influenza, COVID-19, and strep, additionally collecting various samples (urine, stool, and blood). Performed blood glucose monitoring. Took vitals and performed other procedures such as EKGs, injections, and flu shots, suturing as warranted. Coordinated referrals. Delivered preventive care for diabetes and other diseases, performing point of care (POC) testing. Assisted with patient triage and updated medical records with treatment notes, lab results, and imaging reports. Improved patient outcomes by accurately assessing and diagnosing medical conditions through clinical evaluations. Enhanced patient care with thorough documentation of medical histories, treatment plans, and follow-up appointments. Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction. Streamlined patient intake processes by efficiently managing appointment scheduling and insurance verification tasks. Supported overall clinic operations with accurate data entry, record- keeping, and inventory management tasks. Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations by meticulously adhering to established protocols for infection control, safety measures, and confidentiality guidelines. Increased patient satisfaction scores through empathetic listening and compassionate bedside manner during consultations. Promoted preventative health measures among patients by educating them on relevant topics such as nutrition, exercise habits, stress management techniques. Served as a mentor for new Clinical Associates joining the team – providing guidance on departmental policies/procedures and sharing clinical expertise.

Work Experience 3

Job Title

Primary Care Physician Resident

Company

Centra Health, Inc.

Location

Lynchburg, Virginia

I currently work here

No

From

7/2022

To

1/2023

Role Description

Augmented internship in family medical with supplemental surgical and medical rotations during COVID-19 crisis by treating 300+ people in person and via telemedicine. Interviewed patients, produced diagnostic treatment plans, and created patient notes for presentation to healthcare providers during rounds. American Heart Association certification: ACLS, PLS, and BALS. Completed 100+ medical procedures, including vaginal and obstetrics C-sections. Served as Clinical Teaching Faculty to Liberty medical students. Delivered PowerPoint presentation and case study on the failure of geriatric patients to thrive to department faculty/residents. Earned CME credits by completing knowledge assessments on hospital medicine and care of women. Rotations in women’s health, labor and delivery, pediatrics, outpatient clinic, internal medicine, outpatient surgery, practice management. Served as Scientific Publication Peer Reviewer for the National Journal Club of the American Board of Family Medicine.

Selected papers:

1. Reddy, Varudhini. (2022, September 07). "Geriatrics: Failure to Thrive." [Oral Presentation]. Family Medicine Resident Teaching Rounds/Lynchburg, VA, USA.

Work Experience 4

Job Title

Clinical Regulatory Coordinator

Company

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I currently work here

No

From

2/2022

To

6/2022

Role Description

Promoted to direct investigational new drug and device application team and help develop scientific protocol throughout clinical trial life cycle from start-up to closure. Educated investigators on study start-up, management, and closure. Subject matter expert (SME), oncology, hematology, cardio-metabolic disease, reproductive care, and genetics in communications with the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Advisory Board. Used knowledge in CART-T Cell immunotherapy, stem cell therapy, cell and gene therapeutics as scientific protocol writer on beta thalassemia stem cell project. Member, multiple scientific review committees on oncology, genetics, and hematology. Met regulatory and disease strategy goals through creation of clinical plans/protocols through expertise in asset/drug and disease areas. Managed Food and Drug Administration application submissions, tracked INDs/IDEs, and managed medical accountability/ multiple clinical trials (Phase 1-3). Submitted clinical trial forms such as 1572 to the Food and Drug Administration.

Writing Experience:

Write, edit, and review ICH-compliant regulatory submissions (INDs, NDAs, BLAs, sBLAs, 6 eCTDs, combination drug/device submissions, and CTA; clinical study protocols and amendments; clinical study reports (CSRs); serious adverse event (SAE) and adverse event (AE) narratives; briefing packages investigator brochure (IBs); process development and manufacturing/CMC documentation; manuscripts, slides, brochures, and white papers; SOPs and templates; internal reports; and web site content

Clinical writing experience includes oncology; pediatric and adult neurology; infectious diseases; immunology, allergy, and inflammation; cardiovascular disease, ophthalmology; drug, biologic, and medical device manufacturing (CMC); and more. Example indications include acute myeloid leukemia (AML), beta thalassemia, chronic kidney disease, coronary artery disease, Crohn’s disease, hepatitis B (HBV) and C virus (HCV) infections, HIV/AIDs, influenza, coronavirus, obstructive sleep apnea, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, pancreatic cancer, renal failure, and others. Experiences with light-activated drugs and other combination drug-device products. Broad drug, biologic, and medical device product development experience from discovery and preclinical through clinical research, postmarking, process development, and manufacturing/CMC.

Work Experience 5

Job Title

Clinical Research Coordinator

Company

The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I currently work here

No

From

10/2021

To

2/2022

Role Description

Supported clinical translational medicine and genetics research with primary investigators and surgery, urology, reproductive medicine, and oncology departments. Helped write protocols/SOPs, prepared consent forms, defined monitoring criteria, and produced study-related plans for online laboratory databases. Evaluated pediatric patients with renal and reproductive cancers and sexual development disorders to determine treatment and medication options. Researched protocol criteria for informed consent patients with genitourinary disorders. Created clinical database with data of 1200 patients for primary investigator using electronic medical record, REDcap, and Oracle. Performed peer reviews of manuscripts, wrote case reports, and reviewed PubMed and scientific literature database.

Work Experience 6

Job Title

Family Medicine Physician Resident

Company

Nuvance Health Systems

Location

Poughkeepsie, New York

I currently work here

No

From

6/2019

To

6/2020

Role Description

Earned 5K+ practice hours through assessment and treatment of 2000+ patients and families in the inpatient and outpatient clinic setting. Hospital rotations included Internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, neonatal intensive case, adult intensive care, neurology, cardiology, infectious disease, outpatient medicine, and more. Led projects for quality improvement, neurology, Critique and Analysis of Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, and Addiction Medicine. Performed five knowledge-based assessments through American Board of Family Medicine, fulfilling eligibility requirements for Board Certification. Earned 40 CME credits and completed American Academy of Family Physicians Question Bank to earn 178 prescribed CME credits. Served as Clinical Teaching Faculty to rising medical students. Reviewed 24 peer- articles on topics from blood pressure management to ICU care and treatment. Translated in-depth analysis of data, medical journal articles, and current practice guidelines for migraine treatment issues within family medicine at large hospital network systems into treatment recommendations presented at two statewide medical conferences. Delivered opinion leadership and fostered professional exchange as part of the educational process.

Selected papers:

1. Reddy, V, Nierenburg, H, Wright, P. (2020, July 25). "The Standardization of Migraine Treatment.". International Health Forum Conference Proceedings: Abstracts. Pub Status: Published. Article URL: https://internationalforum.bmj.com/new-delhi/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2020/09/4-New-Delhi-conference-proceedings _Sept_2020.pdf

Selected Presentations:

1. Reddy, Varudhini. (2019, October 02). “A Critique on Two Studies Describing the Eat, Sleep, Console Intervention in Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.” Powerpoint Presentation. [Oral Presentation]. Health Quest Family Medicine Residency Program, Journal Club/New York City, NY, USA.

2. Reddy, V, Nierenburg, H, Horiszny, J. (2020, February 08). "Reducing Prescription Misuse and Abuse and the Standardization of Migraine Treatment." [Poster presented]. New York Society of Addiction Medicine Annual Conference: Science, Treatment, and Policy in Times Square/New York City, NY, USA.

3. Reddy, V, Nierenburg, H, Horiszny, J. (2020, January 25). "Reducing Prescription Misuse and Abuse and the Standardization of Migraine Treatment." [Poster presented]. New York Society of Academy of Family Physicians Winter Weekend Conference in Lake Placid/New York, NY, USA.

4. Reddy, Varudhini and Nair, Rohith. (2020, May 07). "Clinicopathologic Case on Continuing Patient Care in a Patient with Seizures." Powerpoint Presentation. [Oral Presentation]. Health Quest Family Medicine Residency Program/New York, NY, USA.

Work Experience 7

Job Title

Biology Researcher

Company

University of Delaware

Location

Newark, Delaware

I currently work here

No

From

01/2008

To

01/2011

Role Description

Earned Special Certification in Cell and Molecular Biology and Genetics for Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology through successful completion of Thesis: Utilized primary cell culture model of avian proximal tubule to investigate epithelial transport systems and its medical applications in cystic fibrosis, respiratory disease, and secretory diarrhea. Used classic electrophysiological methods to characterize the functional activity of the CFTR channel under the influence of commercial inhibitors and evaluated short-circuit current recordings and tracings from experiments. Performed laboratory skills including knock-down, reverse transcriptase-PCR, western blot, cell culture, aseptic technique, cell microscopy, electrophysiology, ELISA, immunoassay, to study properties of protein channel and cell signaling. Thesis successfully defended the Department of Biology to obtain special certification for Bachelor of Science degree.

Selected papers:

1. Laverty, G, Reddy, V, Arnason, S. (2010, Apr). A cAMP-activated Cl channel in the apical membrane of chick (Gallus gallus) proximal tubule cells. The FASEB Journal, 24(1), 610-610. Pub Status: Published. Article URL: https://doi.org/10.1096 fasebj.24.1_supplement.610.10

2. Laverty, G, Antilla, A, Carty, J, Reddy, V, Yum, J, Arnason, S. (2012, Jan). CFTR mediated chloride secretion in the avian renal proximal tubule. Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part A: Molecular & Integrative Physiology, 161(1), 53-60. Cited in PubMed; PMID: 21964154. Pub Status: Published.

Article URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpa.2011.09.005

Work Experience 8

Job Title

Clinical Trial Research Assistant

Company

University of Pennsylvania

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I currently work here

No

From

1/2021

To

10/2021

Role Description

Contributed pivotally to NIH-funded, multi-year clinical trial for insomnia. Evaluated Zolpidem (Ambien) use in elderly patients through management of four research phases. Analyzed sleep study data and -poly-somnography lab reports, clarifying treatment responses. Coordinated with a medical device company in Delaware. Studied patients suffering from sleep apnea. Highlighted ‘Coronavirus fatigue’ project requiring analysis of 4,000 participants for national study on pandemic-related insomnia. Analyzed data from 149 COVID-19-positive patients. Certified by Citi in Human Subjects Training, Good Clinical Practice, and other relevant certifications.

Selected Papers:

1. Muench, A, Boyle, J, Reddy, V, Thompson, M, Perlis, M, Vargas I. (2022, Jun). COVID-19 and Fatigue: Does Fatigue Persist Beyond Diagnosis?. Sleep, 45(Issue Supplement_1), Page A251. Pub Status: Published.

Article URL: https://doi.org/10.1093/sleep/zsac079.566

2. Muench, A, Posner, D, Seewald, M, Upton, C, Boyle, J, Reddy, V, Thompson, M, Vargas, I, Perlis M. (2022, Jun). Does CBT-I Dose effect Sleep Duration and Fatigue in Breast and Prostate Cancer Patients?. Sleep, 45( Issue Supplement_1), Page A251. Pub Status: Published.

Article URL: https://doi.org/10.1093/sleep/zsac079.567

Work Experience 9

Job Title

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Company

CVS Health

Location

Wilmington, Delaware

I currently work here

No

From

4/2021

To

9/2021

Role Description

During COVID-19 pandemic functioned as certified pharmacy technician coordinating care between providers and patients while working with a multi-matrix cross functional team of pharmacists, nurses, technicians, pharmacy interns. Assembled and dispensed at least 2400 prescriptions per week to customers and health professionals. Studied pharmacology, good manufacturing practice, medication administration and dosing, and state and federal regulations on pharmaceuticals. Passed PTCB Board Exam first pass. PTCB certification: 30171141. Initial certification: July 2021. Improved patient satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and efficiently filling prescriptions. Enhanced pharmacy efficiency by accurately entering prescription information into system and maintaining up-to-date patient records. Reduced medication errors by carefully verifying prescription details, checking for drug interactions, and consulting with pharmacists as needed. Maintained clean and organized work environment to optimize workflow and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide optimal patient care by sharing valuable information on medication usage and side effects. Increased overall efficiency of pharmacy by assisting with administrative tasks such as filing insurance claims, scheduling appointments, or processing payments as needed. Utilized state-of-art computer systems and pharmacy software to optimize prescription filling process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments. Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues. Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.

Work Experience 10

Job Title

Print and Marketing Associate

Company

Staples

Location

Newark, Delaware

I currently work here

No

From

11/2020

To

4/2021

Role Description

Experience working in a retail and/or fast paced customer environment. Experience in Copy and Print and Digital Art. Computer Skills: Experience with all Microsoft Office programs including Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Skilled with desktop publishing software including Adobe and Publisher. Work with customers to finish projects like making copies, booklets, presentations, pamphlets, flyers, invitations, holiday cards. Manage daily administrative tasks, conduct market research and identify new opportunities, gather and analyze consumer behavior data, generate reports on marketing and sales metrics, contribute to collaborative efforts and organize promotional events, coordinate with the marketing design and content teams to generate digital and print advertising material, maintain and update impeccable records of marketing metrics and results of past campaigns, prepare and deliver regular sales forecasting reports, monitor and report competitors' marketing and sales activities. Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs. Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing welcoming store environment. Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting benefits of our product offerings. Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining high level of product knowledge. Entered customer orders in POS register system and created invoices to collect accurate payment. Incorporated selling skills and product and service knowledge to meet customer needs.

Work Experience 11

Job Title

Medical Writer/Transcriptionist

Company

ENT AND ALLERGY OF DELAWARE

Location

Newark, Delaware

I currently work here

Yes

From

11/2023

Role Description

Transcribed medical charts for 30-40 patients a day suffering from disorders within allergy and immunology. Completed medical billing and coding for charts. Completed patient care communications. Rounded with physicians prior to seeing patients. Reviewed clinical immunology labs and diagrams, pulmonary function tests, drug allergy testing, dermatology exams, pediatric dermatology skin tests. Increased familiarity with disorders such as contact dermatitis, ENT disorders, infant food challenges, immune deficiency, common variable immunoglobulin deficiency, eosinophilic esophagitis, and other genetic disorders and rare diseases.

Work Experience 12

Job Title

Healthcare Policy Writer

Company

Self-Employed, Volunteer

Location

Virtual

I currently work here

Yes

From

7/2020

Role Description

American Medical Association: Dance Theater and Medicine Task Force

Promoted innovation and transformation within value-based patient care. Fueled efforts to merge art and healthcare. Attended AMWA's Women in Medicine reception during the Healthcare Innovation Congress in Baltimore, MD in May 2022. Completed leadership workshop at congress and attended lectures on Direct Primary Care. Motivated, inspired, guided, and mentored medical students. Completed physician workshop writer series. Served as medical education mentor to aspiring medical students. Submitted poster to Re-imagining Art and Medicine Festival, titled: "Reimagining Medicine Festival: An Interdisciplinary Arts Initiative to Foster Cultural Awareness in Healthcare Spaces and Address Disparities in Medicine." The Reimagining Medicine Festival is a traveling hybrid festival that aims to connect art and the healthcare field while promoting justice and equity in medicine that takes place at medical schools across the country.

New York Academy of Family Physicians: Public Health and Advocacy Committee

Optimized diversity and inclusion while striving to expand healthcare services delivery through resident appointment to NYSAFP's Public Health Commission 2023, Diversity Equity and Inclusivity Task Force 2020, and Advocacy Commission 2020 to help transform New York State healthcare legislation. Analyzed policy, literature, laws, and state regulations to structure policy statements and resolutions to establish equal access to healthcare. Evaluated policy discussions and plans to improve pediatric obesity prevention and treatment, healthcare for nontraditional couples, colonoscopy recommendations, prescription use, and interpreter services. As Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Task Force Member, launched mentorship programs, completed project plans, and executed research initiatives via SurveyMonkey to enhance understanding of issues negatively affecting diversity and inclusion, and deliver equal healthcare access. Later appointed to Gender Affirming Care committee, and Women's Repro Health Committee.

1. Reddy, Varudhini. (2021, April 05). "Exploration of Ancient Indian Arts and Movement Therapy.". Family Doctor: A Journal for the New York State Academy of Family Physicians Spring 2021 Volume 9 Number 4 Page 29-30. Pub Status: Published.

American Medical Association, Women's Policy Making Committee:

Contribute to policy and program development on issues important to female physicians on American Medical Association's Women's Policy Making Committee. Title of roles held: Resolution Author, Idea Generator. Strive to increase representation and influence of female physicians in leadership roles. Provide feasible suggestions to amend policies affecting 240,000 healthcare professionals nationwide. Serve in a consultative role to amend organization policy and submit changes to the governing council. Authored three policy resolutions on gender equity, informed consent in pediatric genetics, and discrimination against the Family Medical Leave Act published on website.

Pediatric Clinical Research Society, CHOP, Executive Steering Committee:

Elected Secretary of hospital-wide Steering Committee for Pediatric Clinical Research Society. Served on communications and networking subcommittees to maintain websites and forums reaching 10K+ research professionals. Organized PROSPER networking and development event for the Research Institute.

01/2024

Binghamton University

Remote

Learn proven Lean Six Sigma problem-solving methods and statistical tools. Discover processes for collecting and analyzing data. Develop Lean and Six Sigma implementation strategies. Improve profits by reducing inefficiencies. Understand how to lead a project using DMAIC methodology. Increase productivity from fewer resources. Student - Binghamton University, Online Course. Lean Six Sigma credential for business management.

SKILLS

Pharmaceutical Sales, Primary Healthcare Delivery, Direct Patient Care, Drug Discovery, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Research, Patient Advocacy, Physician Relations, Coaching/Mentoring, Presentations, Medical Writing, Translational Research in Rare Diseases, FDA Guidelines / Submissions, Diversity & Inclusion, Healthcare Equity, Project Management, Legal Writing, Regulatory Compliance, Legal Analysis, Account Management, Sales Development, Revenue Generation, Customer Service, Report Writing, Customer Training, Account Development, Business Development, Advertising, Data Analytics, Schedule Management, Lead Development, Team Training, Contract Negotiation, Trend Forecasting, Market Forecasting, Project Management, Brand Management, Client Relationship Management, Sales Analysis, Account Servicing, Tax Preparation, Talent Management

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