Chemistry Lab Assistant

Employment History [cont page*]

Kleinert Kutz Hand Associates 2020 – Present

Hand and Microsurgery Attending. Preformed 1000+ cases.

Louisville Veterans Affairs Hospital General Surgery 2018-2020

Moonlighting general surgery attending call.

Education

Kleinert Kutz Institute for Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship 2019-2020

Louisville, KY

Hand Surgery Examination (HSE)

Hand and Microsurgery Fellow

University of Louisville Plastic Surgery Fellowship 2016 - 2019

Louisville, KY

American Board of Plastic Surgery Board Certified

oBoard Exam 83rd Percentile

Plastic Surgery Fellow

oKentucky Society Plastic Surgery Annual Research Conference, 3rd place 2017

oIn-service Exam 85th Percentile 2016

Union Memorial Hospital General Surgery Residency 2011- 2016

Baltimore, MD

American Board of Surgery Certified

Categorical PGY1-PGYV position in General Surgery

Administrative Chief Recognition Award 2016

ABSITE 88th percentile 2014

ABSITE 95th percentile 2013

ABSITE 94th percentile 2012

The Viresh Patel Award (Outstanding Intern Award) 2012

For excellence in knowledge and dedication during general surgery internship

University of Maryland General Surgery Residency 2010-2011

Baltimore, MD

Preliminary PGY1 position in General Surgery

University of Maryland School of Medicine 2006- 2010

Baltimore, MD

Graduated (GPA of 3.51)

Doctor of Medicine

UMSLE Step-1 3-digit Score: 235

2-digit Score: 98

UMSLE Step-2 3-Digit Score: 232

2-digit Score: 96

UMSLE Step-3 3-digit Score: 229

2-digit Score: 98

Student Research Forum Certificate of Recognition 2007

30th Annual Medical Student Research Day Certificate of Appreciation 2007

University of Maryland 2002-2005

College Park, MD

Graduated Magna Cum Laude (GPA of 3.96)

BS in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics

Minor in English Literature and Communication

Dean’s List every semester

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Fellowship

Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for General Microbiology

Participated in Undergraduate Research Experience (URAP)

Publications

Peer Reviewed Journals

1.Kachare SD, Vivace BJ, Meredith LT, Kapsalis CN, Kachare MD, Muresan C, Kasdan ML, Wilhelmi BJ. Anatomic Landmarks to Predict Location of Posterior Interosseous Nerve for Injection and Minimal Incision Approach in Treatment of Wrist Pain. J Plastic Hand Surg. 2021 Feb;55(1):1720.

2.Van Royen K, Quintero J, Voor M, Muneer M, Bouri F, Muresan C, Tsai TM. In vitro comparison between the Pulvertaft weave and the modified core suture Pulvertaft weave. J Hand Surg Asian Pac. 2021 Sept;26(3):377-382.

3.Kachare SD, Vivace BJ, Meredith LT, Kachare MD, Vivace BJ, Kapsalis CN, Muresan C, Choo JH, Kadan ML, Bradon BJ. Surface Landmarks to Provide a Safe Ulnar Nerve Block in the Wrist: Anatomical Study and Literature Review. Eplasty J. 2020 Oct;20(8):1-10.

4.Muresan C, Muresan WC, Harris LA, Shaterian A, Royen VK, Kachare SD, Panambur L, Michelle P. Oblique Tendon Laceration Effect on Core Suture Strength: A Biomechanical Evaluation. Hand. 2020 Dec. https://doi.org/10.1177/1558944720974115

5.Meredith LT, Muresan C, Kachare SD, Vivace BJ, Wilhelmi BJ. A 10cc Syringe Thumb Rest as a Button for Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon Repair: A Resourceful Alternative. Hand. 2019 June. Submitted.

6.Muresan C, Davis JM, Hillar AR, Patterson BE, Kapsalis CN, Megan MF, Anderson EW, Kachare SD, Hazani R, Wilhelmi BJ. The Safe Gluteoplasty: Anatomic Landmarks to the Superior and Inferior Gluteal Veins. Eplasty J. 2019 March;19(8):63-70.

7.Muresan C, Ford MF, Anderson WE, Lee JT, Hillar AR, Kachare SD, Wilhelmi BJ. Optimal IMF incision length based on implant volume for breast Enlargement: A Cadaveric Study. Eplasty J. 2019 2018 March;19(7):56-62.

8.Muresan C, Brownstein GM, Shureih SF. Response to Comments on: Abdominoplasty Derived Dermal-Fat Graft Augmentation Gluteoplasty. Aesthet Surg J. 2015 March;35(3):NP80.

9.Muresan C, Brownstein GM, Shureih SF. Abdominoplasty-Derived Dermal-Fat Graft Augmentation Gluteoplasty. Aesthet Surg J. 2014 Nov;34(8):1234-1243.

10.Muresan C, Hui-Chou H, Adorafshar A, Manson PN, Rodriguez ED. Forehead Reconstruction with Microvascular Flaps: Utility of Aesthetic Subunit Principle. J Reconstr Microsurg. 2012 Jun;28(5):319-26.

11.Muresan C, Adorafshar A, Rodriguez ED. A Reappraisal of the Free Groin Flap in Aesthetic Craniofacial Reconstruction. Annals Plast Surg. 2012 Feb;68(2):175-9.

12.Muresan C, Lee TH, Seagull J, Park A; Transfer of Training in the Development of Intracorporeal Suturing Skill in Medical Students: A Prospective Randomized Trial. Am J Surg. 2010 Oct;200(4):537-41.

Abstracts

13.Muresan C, Kelly M, Al-Bahari, et al. Thoracoabdominal Resection and Reconstruction in Sclerosing Epitheliod Fibrosarcoma. American College Surgeons 2015 Clinical Congress. March 2015. Submitted.

14.Muresan C, Adorafshar A, Hui-Chou H, Rodriguez ED. Forehead Reconstruction with Microvascular Flaps: Utility of Aesthetic Subunit Principle. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery. Jan 2011. Submitted.

15.Muresan C, Adorafshar A, Rodriguez ED. Craniofacial Microsurgical Applications of the Groin Flap. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery. Jan 2011. Submitted.

16. Muresan C, Lee TH, Seagull J, Park A. Prospective randomized trial of transfer of training in

the development of intracorporeal suturing skill in novices. Surg Endosc 2008; 22 (Suppl):28.

Presentations

17.Muresan C, Muresan WC, Harris LA, Shaterian A, Royen VK, Kachare SD, Panambur L, Michelle P. Oblique Tendon Laceration Effect on Repair Strength. Ohio Valley Society of Plastic Surgeons 63rd Annual Meeting. June 2020. (Oral presentation)

18.Muresan C, Muresan WC, Harris LA, Shaterian A, Royen VK, Kachare SD, Panambur L, Michelle P. Oblique Tendon Laceration Effect on Repair Strength. 36th Annual Louisville-Indianapolis-Cincinnati Tri-State Hand Conference. May 2020. (Oral presentation)

19.Muresan C, Ford MF, Lee TJ, Anderson EW, Hiller AR, Wilhelmi JB. Optimal IMF incision length based on Implant volume for Augmentation Mammoplasty. American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting; New York, NY April 2018. (Oral presentation)

20.Muresan C, Davis MJ, Hiller AR, Ford MF, Hazani R, Wilhelmi JB. The Safe Gluteoplasty: Anatomic Landmarks to the Inferior and Superior Gluteal Veins. American Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting; Orlando, FL Oct 2017. (Oral presentation)

21.Muresan C, Davis MJ, Hiller AR, Ford MF, Hazani R, Wilhelmi JB. The Safe Gluteoplasty: Anatomic Landmarks to the Inferior and Superior Gluteal Veins. Kentucky Society Plastic Surgery Annual Research Conference, 3rd place; Louisville, KY Aug 2017. (Oral presentation)

22.Muresan C, Wilhelmi JB. Optimal IMF incision length based on Implant volume for Augmentation Mammoplasty. Kentucky Society Plastic Surgery Annual Research Conference; Louisville, KY Aug 2016. (Oral presentation)

23.Muresan C, Hui-Chou H, Rodriguez ED. Forehead Reconstruction with Microvascular Flaps: Utility of Aesthetic Subunit Principle. University of Pittsburgh Grand Rounds; Pittsburgh, PA, Nov 2009. (Oral presentation).

24.Muresan C, Hui-Chou H, Rodriguez ED. Forehead Aesthetic Subunit Restoration with Microvascular Flaps. Georgetown Plastic Surgery Grand Rounds; Washington, DC, Oct 2009. (Oral presentation).

25.Muresan C, Hui-Chou H, Rodriguez ED. Forehead Aesthetic Subunit Restoration with Microvascular Flaps. Unv. Of MD 32nd Annual Medical Student Research Day; Baltimore, MD, Sep 2009. (Oral presentation).

26.Muresan C, Hui-Chou H, Rodriguez ED. Forehead Aesthetic Subunit Restoration with Microvascular Flaps. University of Maryland Medical Center Otorhinolaryngology Grand Rounds; Baltimore, MD, July 2009. (Oral presentation).

27.Muresan C, Lee TH, Seagull J, Park A. Prospective randomized trial of transfer of training in the development of intracorporeal suturing skill in novices. 11th World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery, Yokohama, Japan, Sept 2008 (Oral presentation).

28. Muresan C, Lee TH, Seagull J, Park A. Prospective randomized trial of transfer of training in

the development of intracorporeal suturing skill in novices. SAGES Scientific Session.

Philadelphia, PA, April 2008 (Poster presentation).

29.Muresan C, Lee TH, Seagull J, Park A; Laparoscopic Skills Training: The Transferability of Intracorporeal Suturing. Unv. Of MD 30th Annual Medical Student Research Day; Baltimore, MD, Sept 2007 (Oral presentation).

30.Muresan C, and Wolniak S. Effects of Topoisomerase Blocking Drugs on Spermatid Differentiation in V. Marsilea. Unv. Of MD College Park Student Research Day; College Park, MD, March 2004 (Poster presentation).

31.Muresan C, and Wolniak S. Topoisomerase and spermatid differentiation in V. Marsilea. Unv. Of MD College Park Student Research Day; College Park, MD, March 2003 (Poster presentation).

Employment History

Dr. Adrian Park research lab 2007

Baltimore, MD

Developed and implemented a prospective randomized controlled study that assessed the effectiveness of different training modalities in teaching novices laparoscopic intracorporeal suturing.

Microbiology Teaching Assistant 2006

Univ. of Maryland College Park, MD

Prepped, setup, monitored, and conducted microbiology labs for Dr. Spencer Benson’s class. Designed and proctored lab quizzes, constructed lab assignments, and kept track of all lab grades.

Organic Chemistry Laboratory Teaching Assistant 2006

Univ. of Maryland College Park, MD

Setup, monitored, and conducted labs for Dr. Dan Steffek’s organic chemistry lab-class. Held office hours, graded lab reports, and proctored quizzes for the class.

Organic Chemistry Teaching Assistant 2006

Univ. of Maryland College Park, MD

Proctored and graded exams and held office hours for Dr. Michael Montague-Smith’s organic chemistry class. Designed and conducted organic chemistry lessons for six discussion classes (250+ students).

Kaplan 2005-2006

College Park, MD

Prepped and conducted lessons for the biological and chemical sections of the MCAT as well as proctored full length MCAT exams. Taught science sections of the DAT and PCAT.

Dr. Steve Wolniak’s research lab 2003-2006

College Park, MD

Worked with a topoisomerase protein from male gametophyte of Marsilea vestita. Devised and implemented various knock-down experimental protocols and assays in order to characterize protein’s roll in epigenetics of gametophytes motile apparatus

Camp Challenger 2002

Gaithersburg, MD

Taught elementary school children basic concepts of physics, astrology, and computer skills.

Volunteer Experience

U11 NWSC Club Soccer 2015 - 2016

Taught boys under 11 advanced soccer skills. As part of North West Soccer club (NWSC) I was responsible for coaching boys in a highly competitive, elite soccer atmosphere. Training sessions were year round with intense practices and highly competitive games against the best teams in the tri-state area (MD, VA, PA). In addition to coaching the team I was responsible for team finances, tournament registration, and coordinating extracurricular activities.

U10 Travel Soccer 2014- 2015

Taught boys under 10 advanced soccer skills. As part of Gylndon-Pikesville combined travel program I was responsible for financial management of the team, CMSA league registration, tournament registration, and coaching practices and games. In addition, I coordinated extracurricular activities to help foster team comradery. In a typical week I held two 2hour practices and we had a 1-hour weekend game.

U8 and U10 Youth Soccer 2012 - 2014

Taught boys and girls under the age of 8 and 10, in the Pikesville Recreational Soccer Leagues, basic soccer rules and techniques. As part of the coaching we held weekly practices and coached weekend games.

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