School of Medicine

2023 Medical Student Research Poster Symposium

 

This program started in 2003 to provide research opportunities for medical students. Program Directors Dr. Fern Tsien, Dr. Angela McLean, and Dr. Jovanny Zabaleta help students to find mentors and conduct research at LSUHSC, the Louisiana Cancer Research Center, Children's Hospital of New Orleans, University Medical Center, and clinics and research centers throughout the state. Students who received federal and regional awards to conduct summer or year-long research outside the state are also presenting their projects. During these programs, students conduct their own small research projects or collaborate on larger, on-going projects. 
 

Our team extends our special appreciation to all mentors, staff, and poster session judges who helped make Medical Student Research Symposium a success. We also thank our supporters who provided student stipends, resources, and travel awards: the LSUHSC School of Medicine Dean's Office, the National Institutes of Health's National Cancer Institute (NCI), the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), and Dr. James Wittliff and Mrs. Mitzie Hano Wittliff.

 

     

       
 

 

 

Medical students are listed alphabetically by last name. To view the Abstracts and Posters, please click on the corresponding links under their individual project title.


The in-person Medical Student Research Symposium: Thursday, October 23, 2023. 

Session One: 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Session Two: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM

 

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Kaitlyn E. Allen
(Session One #1)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Jason Gardner and Stefany Primeaux
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

"Sex Differences in Alcohol-Related Cardiomyopathy:
Comparing Male and Female C57BL6J Mice on Lieber-DeCarli
Chronic-Binge Alcohol Liquid Diet”

Abstract
Poster

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Gilbert V. Andry
(Virtual #104)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Patrick Greiffenstein
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"Prehospital Needle Decompression Patient Outcomes"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Kenneth C. Avanzino
(Session One #2)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Nicholas J. Skill
LSUHSC, Departments of Interdisciplinary Oncology and Surgery

"Neuroendocrine tumor ex-vivo angiogenesis; correlation
with overall survival and SUTENT sensitivity”

Abstract
Poster

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Parvathy Balamurugan
(Session One #3)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison A. Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery


"REBOA Use and Complications in Geriatric Trauma Patients:
Insights from a Multi-Center Database"

Abstract
Poster

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Priya Balamurugan
(Session One #4)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Michael C. Norman
LSUHSC, Human Development Center, Louisiana DeafBlind Project

"Sampling compliance with LA Bulletin 1508 regulations
regardingcompletion of vision & hearing screenings and
evaluations for students referred to the LA DeafBlind Project:
A Quality Assurance Evaluation Pilot"

Abstract
Poster

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Maria Bao-Loc-Trung 
(Virtual #101)
L3
Mentors: Drs. George M. Jeha, Lyndsey Hargrave, Taylor Dickerson,  Elizabeth Bucher, Corey Rougelot,  and Keith LeBlanc
LSUHSC, Department of Dermatology

"Topical Timolol for Improving the Appearance of Surgical
Scars following Mohs Surgery with Subsequent Primary
Linear Closure: Results from a Split-Scar Clinical Trial”

Abstract
Poster

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William T. Barham
(Session One #5)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Alison A. Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery, UMC

"Geriatric Gunshot Wounds: A Lethal Trend"

Abstract
Poster

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Alexandra L. Bartholomew
(Session One #6)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Hiroto Inaba and Georgios Christakopoulos
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

"Risk Factors for Development of Chronic Myeloid
Leukemia-like Disease in Philadelphia Chromosome-Positive Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Patients"

Abstract
Poster

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Alexandra L. Bartholomew
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jason Mussell
LSUHSC, Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy

"Graphic Medicine: Comics as a Therapeutic and Teaching
Tool in Gynecologic Oncology Clinics"

Abstract
Poster

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Meredyth B. Berard
(Session Two #46)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Frank Lau
LSUHSC, Department of Plastic Surgery

"Acute surgical wounds managed with minimally adherent
silver dressings during 2016-2017: A pilot study”

Abstract
Poster

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Jordan A. Book
(Session One #7)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Brian Boulmay
LSUHSC, Department of Hematology and Oncology

"The COVID-19 Pandemic and Recorded Cancer Incidence in Louisiana"

Abstract
Poster

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Robert Murray Branstetter IV
(Session One #8)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Vinod Dasa
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedic Surgery

"The Utility of Preoperative Inflammatory Marker
Collection in Avoiding Unnecessary Postoperative
Infection Workup”

Abstract
Poster

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Matthew B. Bratton
(Session One #9)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedics

"Bromelain as a Source of Debridement for Infected Orthopedic Implants"

Abstract
Poster

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Renee E. Breaux
(Session One #10)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedics

“Adverse events associated with the presence and treatment
of chronic osteomyelitis”

Abstract
Poster

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Mallory A. Brignac
(Session One #11)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Tabitha M. Quebedeaux
LSUHSC, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology,
Div. of Maternal Fetal Medicine

“SGA neonatal outcomes in anemic gravid patients:
does treatment in pregnancy improve neonatal
birthweight?”

Abstract
Poster

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Amy E. Brouillette
(Session One #12)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Scott Edwards
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology, Neurophysiology

"Chronic binge alcohol induces hippocampal plasticity in
SIV-infected female rhesus macaques”

Abstract
Poster

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1st Place Winner, Mitzie Hano Wittliff Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)

Joshua P. Broussard
(Session One #13)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Simkin
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedics

"Evaluating limb regenerating capabilities of osteoprogenitor
cells”

Abstract
Poster

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Kaitlyn G. Calabresi
(Session One #14)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Firas Mourtada
Thomas Jefferson University, Department of Radiation Oncology,
Philadelphia, PA

"Image analysis-based quality assurance of 125I seed plaque
assembly for ocular brachytherapy with the aid of 3D-printing”

Abstract
Poster

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John S. Carleton
(Session One #15)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Simkin
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

"Digit Amputation Level Influences Macrophage
Polarization"

Abstract
Poster

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Adairre E. Castille
(Virtual #100)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Tara Castellano
LSUHSC, Department of OBGYN, Division of GYN Oncology

"Survival of Mismatch Repair Deficient Endometrial Cancer
in a Black population"

Abstract
Poster

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Dylan A. Castor
(Session One #16)
L2
Mentors: Drs. I. Pamela Alonso and Nicholas W. Gilpin
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

"Assessing whether voluntary alcohol consumption
induces hyperalgesia during withdrawal in mice"

Abstract
Poster

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Angella S. Chang
(Session Two #47)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedics

"Predictors of chronic osteomyelitis between comorbid
conditions versus social determinants of health”

Abstract
Poster

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Saad S. Chaudhary
(Session One #17)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Allison Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"Updated Brain Death Criteria and Organ Donation—
What Do the Providers Think?”

Abstract
Poster

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Frederick C. Clark
(Virtual #98)
L4
Mentor: Dr. Elizabeth Rourke
LSUHSC, Department of Urology

"Initial Approaches to Urethral Injury"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Junior/Senior Category)

Sloane M. Clay
(Virtual #96)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Regina Zambrano
LSUHSC and Children’s Hospital of New Orleans,
Department of Pediatrics, Division of Clinical Genetics

"TRRAP Associated Neurodevelopmental Disorder:
A Case Report”

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Emma C. Cole
(Session One #18)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery; Children’s Hospital

"Multi-Disciplinary Concussion Clinic Helps Decrease Socioeconomic Barriers for Behavioral and Psychological
Diagnosis after Sports-Related Concussions"

Abstract
Poster

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Michael A. Connick
(Session One #19)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Regina Zambrano
Children’s Hospital of New Orleans

"Carnitine Supplementation for the Management of Autism Spectrum Disorder Associated with TMLHE Gene Deletion"

Abstract
Poster

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 2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Junior/Senior Category)

Margaret A. Conrad
(Session One #20)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Ed Grabczyk
LSUHSC, Department of Genetics 

"In or Out: Measure of the Malign Exon 7 in MLH3"

Abstract
Poster

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Katherine Copenhaver
(Session One #21)
L2
Mentor: Rajani Maiya
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology; School of Graduate Studies

"Identifying sources of dynorphin inputs to the BNST that are recruited by social stress”

Abstract
Poster

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Jose A. Cruz Ayala
(Session Two #48)
L4
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"Timing of Sports-Related Concussions Depend on Type of
Sport and Competition Situation”

Abstract
Poster

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Jose A. Cruz Ayala 
L4
Mentor: Dr. Luis Marrero
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

"Irisin Attenuates Collagen Deposition in Fibrotic Synoviocytes”

Abstract
Poster

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Clifton J. Daigle
(Session One #22)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Amit Bhandutia
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedics;
Children’s Hospital, UMC

"Comparing ACDF Outcomes by Cervical Spine Level: A Single
Center Retrospective Study"

Abstract
Poster

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Brice A. Davis
(Session One #23)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Liz Simon
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

“Primary Rat Hepatocyte Spheroids as a Model of MetALD”

Abstract
Poster

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William J. Delahoussaye
(Session One #24)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Gregory Kyle Fulton
LSUHSC, Department of Craniofacial Pediatrics; 
Children's Hospital

"Cleft Lip and Palate Repairs in a patient with Epidermolysis
Bullosa Simplex”

Abstract
Poster

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Charles Stuart DePaolo
(Session One #25)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Michael W. Hartman
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

"The Utility of Bone Marrow Aspirate in Healing of Fifth
Metatarsal Fractures and Return to Play in Athletes:
A Systematic Review."

Abstract
Poster

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Eric D. Eymard
(Session One #26)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Charles Wood
LSUHSC, Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology

"High-resolution Antibody Profiling of KSHV-infected
Individuals Presenting With and Without Kaposi Sarcoma
Reveals Distinct Viral-Exposure Signatures"

Abstract
Poster

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Cameron J. Fontenot
(Virtual #103)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison A. Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"The Incidence of Gunshot Wounds Contributing to
Pediatric Spinal Trauma at a Level 1 Trauma Center"

Poster

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Michael V. Forte
(Session Two #49)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Todd M. Leleux
LSUHSC, Department of Pathology

"Rare Case of a Painless Giant Vascular Eccrine Spiradenoma
in an Abnormal Location"

Abstract
Poster

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Katelyn E. Gill
(Session One #27)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Hector Ferral
LSUHSC, Department of Radiology; University Medical Center

"Misdiagnosis of Renal Pseudoaneurysm Following Left Partial Nephrectomy”

Abstract
Poster

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Kelsey O. Goynes
(Session One #28)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Emily Harville
Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine,
Department of Epidemiology

"Perinatal Mental Health in Louisiana During the COVID-19
Pandemic"

Abstract
Poster

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Kion J. Gregory
(Session One #29)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Deidre Devier
LSUHSC, Louisiana State University Health Network Clinics (LSUHN) 

"Effects Of Age and Educational Level in Cognitive Impairment Assessment in Parkinson’s Disease"

Abstract
Poster

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B. Christopher Haaga Jr.
(Session One #30)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Mary E. Westerman
LSUHSC, Department of Urology

"CT-Guided Microwave Ablation: A Safe and Effective Tool for Treatment of Small Renal Masses”

Abstract
Poster

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Brennan M. Hagan
(Session Two #50)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Adele Evans
Nemours Children’s Hospital, Otolaryngology

"Establishment of the efficacy of a power maintenance
prototype for use with the bedside Safe Airway Application
(SAA), a digital bedside signage model."

Abstract
Poster

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E. Reilly Helm
(Session One #31)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Brian Tran, Cydney Fondel, Mikki Bouquet, and J. Hunter Collins
Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital, Baton Rouge, LA 

"Enhancing Care for NOWS/NAS Patients: A Comparative
Analysis of Eat/Sleep/Console vs. Modified Finnegan
Neonatal Abstinence Scoring System and its Impact
on Hospital Length of Stay"

Abstract
Poster

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Tyler D. Hernandez
(Virtual #106)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Sahar Shekoohi
LSUHSC Shreveport, Department of Anesthesiology

"Hyperkalemia: A Clinical Review of Medications Used to Treat"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Miriam Hill-Odom
(Session One #32)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Sebastian Del Corral, Amy Dickson, and Amy Rinner
LSUHSC, Department of Psychology

"Parental Substance Use on Infant Foster Care Entries and
Parental Outcomes in New Orleans"

Abstract
Poster

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Logan J. Hornung
(Session Two #51)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Herb A. Phelan
University Medical Center, New Orleans Burn Unit

"Needs assessment for a new military burn care educational curriculum focused on prolonged field care: The Burns for
Providers Program (BP2)”

Abstract
Poster

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Iris E. Hunt
(Virtual #92)
L4
Mentor: Dr. Alison Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"THE SAFETY OF REBOA USE WHEN COMPARING OBESE AND NON-OBESE TRAUMA PATIENTS”

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Clayton D. Jacobs
(Session Two #52)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison Quayle
LSUHSC, Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Parasitology

“Effects of Metronidazole on Mycoplasma genitalium in a
high-risk population”

Abstract
Poster

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Shivani Jain
(Virtual #95)
L3
Mentors: Drs. Sebastián Del-Corral-Winder and Megan Maher
LSUHSC, Department of Psychiatry

"Promoting Cultural Humility in Mental Health: A Pediatric
Case Study"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Alissa M. Jeanfreau
(Session Two #53)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Deborah Hilton
LSUHSC, Department of Dermatology

"Examination of Medicaid Insurance as a barrier to
patient choice in scalp psoriasis treatment modalities
in the African American population”

Abstract
Poster

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1st Place Winner, Margaret Raiford Hano Research Award (Junior/Senior Category)

Sidney J. John
(Session Two #54)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Li Shen
LSUHSC, Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Parasitology

"An In Vitro Model to Test the effects of Tryptophan
Metabolites on Chlamydia trachomatis development"

Abstract
Poster

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Lisa Kam
(Session Two #55)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Jesse Berry and Liya Xu
USC Roski Eye Institute, Keck School of Medicine of USC,
Los Angeles
The Vision Center, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles T
he Saban Research Institute, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles

"Multiplexed Bead-based Extracellular Vesicle Profiling of
Aqueous Humor from Uveal Melanoma Eyes"

Abstract
Poster

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Ava M. Karam
(Session Two #56)
L3
Mentors: Drs. Samuel R. Barber, Jacob Kahane,  Leslie S. Son, 
and Moises A. Arriaga; Hannah M. Robinson
LSUHSC, Department of Otolaryngology;
Our Lady of the Lake Hearing and Balance Center

"Hospital re-admission rates related to presence or absence of
hearing amplifiers for in-patients with congestive heart failure”

Abstract
Poster

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2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)

Joachim Kavalakatt
(Virtual #91)
Medical Student Year 1
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine -
Bradenton, Bradenton, FL
Mentors: Dr. Suresh K. Alahari and Manu Khosla, B.S
LSUHSC, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

"Basal Expression of ACK1 within Luminal Breast Cancer Subtypes
compared to other Breast Cancer Subsets"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Tabitha A. Kearns
(Virtual #93)
L4
Mentor: Dr. Ashley Autrey
LSUHSC, Department of Pediatrics; Children’s Hospital
New Orleans; Tulane University School of Medicine

"Assessing Staff Perspective in Providing End-of-Life Care to
Pediatric Patients"

Abstract
Poster

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Shahrukh T. Khan
(Session Two #58)
L4
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"Examining The Role Of Insurance Type On Disparities In
Pediatric Sports-related Concussion Follow-up”

Abstract
Poster

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Dara H. Khosravi
(Session One #34)
L1
Mentor: Dr. Fokhrul Hossain
LSUHSC, Department of Genetics

"Differential Gene Expression Analysis of Tumors in Lean
and Obese Mice with Triple-Negative Breast Cancer”

Abstract
Poster

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Brionna Jewel Tzaddi King
(Session Two #59)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Giulia Monticone
LSUHSC, Department of Genetics 

"Adenosine analogs have a dual immunomodulatory and
antiviral function and are potential therapeutic agents
against SARS-CoV-2”

Abstract
Poster

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Tara D. Korbal
(Session One #35)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Carter Clement
Children’s Hospital

"What is the Prevalence and Impact of Vitamin D Deficiency in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis?"

Abstract
Poster

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Adam J. Langlois
(Session Two #60)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"Resuscitative Endovascular Balloon Occlusion of the Aorta
Impact on Adult Trauma Patients with Pelvic Fractures
Requiring Embolization"

Abstract
Poster

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Viet S. Le
(Session Two #61)
L4
Mentors: Drs. Amy Dickson and Sebastián Del-Corral-Winder
LSUHSC, Department of Psychiatry

"Burnout and Wellbeing Among the Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services: DCFS Survey Results."

Abstract
Poster

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Jack A. Leoni
(Session One #36)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison A. Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery

"Abdominal Seatbelt Signs – The Predictive Value of CT Free
Fluid in Determining the Need for Surgery”

Abstract
Poster

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Sydney M. Lestage
(Virtual #97)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Deidre Devier
LSUHSC, Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy & Neurology

"Do Cortisol Levels Affect Performance on SDMT in People
With MS"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Elizabeth L. Long
(Session Two #62)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Jorge A. Martinez
LSUHSC, Department of Medicine

"MRSE bacteremia via PICC line with AICD lead vegetation
in heart failure patient on ambulatory milrinone”

Abstract
Poster

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Elizabeth L. Long
L3
Mentor: Dr. Lauren A. Miles
LSUHSC Baton Rouge, Department of Internal Medicine,
Nephrology

"Necrotizing arteritis and crescentic glomerulonephritis
in an ANCA-negative lupus nephritis patient”

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Award)

Christie E. Maidoh
(Session One #37)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alistair Ramsay 
LSUHSC, Department of Microbiology, Immunology and
Parasitology

"Evaluation of functional humoral immune responses in
COVID-19 patients in the ICU"

Abstract
Poster

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Andrew J. Malek
(Session Two #63)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Adam Blancher
LSUHSC, Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

"Evaluation of Preoperative Coagulation Screening in
Pediatric Tonsillectomy Patients"

Abstract
Poster

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Hassan A. Malik
(Session One #38)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Jason D. Gardner and Stefany D. Primeaux
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

"Cardiac Function Improvement in Alcohol-Related
Cardiomyopathy Following Discontinuation of
Alcohol Diet”

Abstract
Poster

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Maritza M. Martinez
(Session One #39)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Amelia Jernigan
LSUHSC, Department of OBGYN, Division of GYN Oncology

"Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) as a Treatment for Gynecologic Cancer in the Gulf South
Population"

Abstract
Poster

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2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)

Aaron Hayes McCullough
(Session Two #64)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Jennifer Lentz, Jessica Landry, Inga Kristaponyte,
and Bhagwat Alapure
LSUHSC, Department of Otolaryngology

"Motor function, coordination, and balance are significantly
improved in Usher syndrome Type 1C mice treated with
antisense oligonucleotides"

Abstract
Poster

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Coby D. Menard
(Session Two #65)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Cathy Lazarus
LSUHSC, Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Records

"A Translation Of First-Year Medical Education Into Service Learning"

Abstract
Poster

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Hasan N. Mir
(Session Two #66)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Eric Lazartigues^1,2,3,4 and Mona Elgazzaz^1,2,4
LSUHSC, Cardiovascular Center of Excellence¹,
Pharmacology Department², Neuroscience Department³,
LSUHSC, Southeast Veterans Healthcare System⁴

"BRCC36 Contributes to ACE2 Deubiquitination in
Salt-Sensitive Hypertensive Female Mice"

Abstract
Poster

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Holly R. Monk
(Session Two #67)
L4
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery; Children’s Hospital

"Referral Source for Concussion Clinic After Sports-related Traumatic Brain Injury”

Abstract
Poster

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Samantha Morin / Devin Melancon
(Session Two #68)
T3/L2
Tulane University School of Medicine
LSU School of Medicine

Mentors: Drs. Daniel Yoo, Richard F. Guidry, Hugo St. Hilaire, and Robert Allen Sr.
LSUHSC, Department of Plastic Surgery

"Stacked Superior Gluteal Artery Perforator (SGAP) Flaps for
Unilateral Breast Reconstruction"

Abstract
Poster

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Karlee R. Mott
(Session Two #69)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Benjamin Springgate
LSUHSC, Community and Population Medicine,
Chief of Medical Academic Area

"PROUD: Promoting Resilience in Medicaid Members with
Opioid Use Disorder”

Abstract
Poster

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Rakin T. Nasar
(Session Two #70)
L2
Mentors: Drs. David Welsh and Amita Krishnan
LSUHSC, Department of Medicine, Pulmonary/Critical Care

"Gut Microbiome Association with Disease Severity and
Treatment Responsiveness in NSIP"

Abstract
Poster

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Samuel O. Newcomb
(Session Two #71)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Francesca Peruzzi
LSUHSC, Department of Medicine

"Contribution of cART to the modulation of IKAROS expression
in PLWH"

Abstract
Poster

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3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Award)

India E. Pasley
(Session One #40)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Eric Lazartigues
LSUHSC, Director of the Cardiovascular Center of Excellence,
Professor of Pharmacology & Neuroscience & Medicine;
Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System

"SARS-CoV-2 Decreases Neuronal Activity in Brainstem
Respiratory Centers in C57BI6/J Mice"

Abstract
Poster

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2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)

Hinali Patel
(Virtual #99)
L1
Mentor: Dr. Qinglin Yang
LSUHSC, Cardiovascular Center of Excellence
and Department of Pharmacology

"Analysis of the Role of ATPase Inhibitory Factor 1 (IF1)
in Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Ashley L. Paysse
(Session One #41)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Rinku Majumder
LSUHSC Center of Excellence - Cancer

"Elevated Risk of Thrombosis from Synergistic Downregulation
of Protein S by Obesity and Estrogen"

Abstract
Poster

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Charlotte Swarna Pearson
(Session Two #72)
L2
Mentor: Dr. David Welsh
LSUHSC, Department of Pulmonary Critical Care

"Chronic Binge Alcohol Administration Increases CD8+ T Cell Immunosenescence in Female Rhesus Macaques”

Abstract
Poster

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Charlotte Swarna Pearson
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedics

"Comorbid Modifiable Risk Factors Associated With Recurrent Chronic Osteomyelitis”

Abstract
Poster

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Charlotte Swarna Pearson
L2
Mentor: Dr. Rahn Bailey
LSUHSC, Department of Psychiatry

"Risk Factors for Non-Suicidal Self Injury Among Incarcerated Juveniles: A Meta-Analysis”

Abstract
Poster

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Nicholas B. Pham
(Virtual #102)
L3
Mentors: Drs. Yong Yi and Xiao-Cheng Wu
LSUHSC, Department of Epidemiology

"The Effect of Radiation Treatment on Survival of
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma: Analysis of SEER Data (2004-2020)”

Abstract
Poster

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Sai Sravya Pochana
(Session Two #73)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Sarah Buzhardt and Elizabeth Sutton
LSUHSC, Department of OB/GYN & Woman’s Hospital

"Physician Trust among Disadvantaged Birthing Persons”

Abstract
Poster

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Teagan M. Prouse
(Session Two #74)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Rinku Majumder
LSUHSC, Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology

"Formation of a GAS6 Knockdown PANC-1 cell line, Protein S overexpressing PANC-1 cell line, and the impact of exogenous
Protein S on PANC-1 spheroid formation"

Abstract
Poster

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Mohammed S. Rais
(Session Two #75)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Alison A. Smith and Sharon S. Stanley
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery; University Medical Center

"Trying Your Hand: A Review of Management of Traumatic
Hand Injuries (THI) at a Level 1 Trauma Center"

Abstract
Poster

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Cara D. Ramos
(Session Two #76)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison Smith
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma/Critical Care Surgery; University Medical Center New Orleans

"Probiotics Use in Hospital-Acquired Infections Among
Trauma Patients"

Abstract
Poster

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Connor J. Robin
(Session Two #77)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Elyse Stevens
LSUHSC, Department of Medicine 

"A Rare Presentation of Scurvy in a Well-Nourished Patient"

Abstract
Poster

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Catherine E. Rockwell
(Session Two #78)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Stefany Primeaux
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

"Effect of Alcohol Beverage Preference and Exercise on Diet”

Abstract
Poster

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Megan E. Rojas
(Session One #42)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Gregory Kyle Fulton
LSUHSC, Children’s Hospital, Department of Craniofacial
Pediatrics

"Pilot Study for a Ecological Comparison between Maternal Residence and Cleft Palate Prevalence"

Abstract
Poster

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Alison K. Schafer
(Virtual #94)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Cody Roi
LSUHSC, Department of Psychiatry

"A Psychodynamic Approach to Functional Movement
Disorder"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Maya T. Sevalia
(Session Two #79)
L2
Mentor: Grace Kim, MS and Dr. Lucio Miele 
LSUHSC, Department of Genetics 

"Analyzing T cell’s Epitope Variance Influence of SARS-CoV-2”

Abstract
Poster

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Barsha Shrestha
(Session Two #80)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Joseph Francis
LSU Veterinary Medicine- Comparative Biological Sciences,
Baton Rouge, LA

"Unlocking Nature’s Secrets: Investigating Blueberry Extract
as a Melanoma Therapeutic"

Abstract
Poster

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1st Place Winner, Mitzie Hano Wittliff Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)

Avni Shridhar
(Session Two #81)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Amelia Jernigan
LSUHSC, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Section of Gynecologic Oncology

"STEEL MAGNOLIAS: Minimizing travel burden of gynecological cancer surveillance through a unique multidisciplinary
telehealth program."

Abstract
Poster

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Summer A. Smith
(Session One #43)
L2
Mentor: Alireza Sadeghi
LSUHSC, Department of Plastic Surgery

"Outpatient Autologous Breast Reconstruction"

Abstract
Poster

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Marcie L. Sorrel
(Session Two #82)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Jason Gardner and Stefany Primeaux
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

"Fibrotic and inflammatory markers in the hearts of mice exposed to chronic nicotine inhalation"

Abstract
Poster

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Ashley N. St. Martin
(Session Two #83)
L2
Mentors: Drs. Stefany Primeaux and Jason Gardner
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology

“Effects of Chronic Alcohol Consumption on Taste
Sensitivity in Female Mice”

Abstract
Poster

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Ty T. Theriot
(Session Two #57)
L3
Mentors: Drs. Alexandra M. Streifel and Christopher J. Haas
LSUHSC, Department of Dermatology

“Rural Dermatology in Louisiana”

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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Collin Allen Toups
(Session Two #84)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Luis Marrero
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedics

"Targeting arthralgia in knee osteoarthritis via non-
psychoactive cannabinoid mechanisms"

Abstract
Poster

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Harrison J. Travis
(Session Two #85)
L3
Mentor: Dr. Mary E. Westerman
LSUHSC, Department of Urology

"Epididymal-Sparing Simple Orchiectomy in Stage IV Prostate Cancer"

Abstract
Poster

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Thuc D. Truong
(Session Two #86)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedics

"Chronic Osteomyelitis Predictors with Pattern of Care and
Health Services"

Abstract
Poster

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Ifeanyi Kingsley Uche
(Session Two #87)
L2
Mentor: Dr. John H. Stewart
LSUHSC, Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology,
Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center

"Herpes Simplex Virus Oncolytic Viral Immunotherapy
Against Colorectal Cancer"

Abstract
Poster

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Bretton T. Urban
(Session Two #88)
L3
Mentors: Drs. Alison Smith and Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery; UMC; CHNOLA

"The Role of Interventional Radiology in Pediatric and
Adolescent Trauma: A Review of Current Practices at
a Level 1 Trauma Center"

Abstract
Poster
Presentation

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3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Award)

Jack J-Y Wang
(Session Two #89)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Michael Celestin Jr.
LSUHSC, School of Public Health

"Influence of Peer Perception and Survey Location on
E-cigarette Use in 2021 and 2022 High School Students"

Abstract
Poster

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Yuzhi Wang
(Session Two #90)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Mirandy Li
LSUHSC, School of Medicine 

"The Effect of Minority Stress Processes on Smoking for
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer
Individuals: A Systematic Review"

Abstract
Poster

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Matthew D. Ward
(Session One #44)
L2
Mentors: Jessica Landry¹, Dr. Inga Kristaponyte¹, Dr. Bhagwat Alapure¹, Jason Kim¹, and Dr. Jennifer J. Lentz²
LSUHSC, Neuroscience Center of Excellence¹ and Department of Otorhinolaryngology²

"Antisense therapy significantly improves fine motor
coordination and balance in Usher syndrome Type
1C mice"

Abstract
Poster

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Kati L. Young
(Session One #45)
L2
Mentor: Dr. Qinglin Yang
LSUHSC, Cardiovascular Center of Excellence

"Investigation of Oxygen Consumption and ATP Production in Neonatal Mouse Cardiomyocytes"

Abstract
Poster