2024 Medical Student Research Poster Symposium
Welcome to our website! Medical students from LSUHSC-New Orleans and outside institutions are presenting their research projects below. These were done under the supervision of mentors from our LSUHSC-New Orleans downtown campus, Louisiana Cancer Research Center, Children’s Hospital, University Medical Center, Our Lady of the Lake in Baton Rouge, and other centers throughout the state.
LSUHSC Medical students who received federal and regional awards to conduct year-long research outside the state, those enrolled in Research Elective courses, and students in the Honors Program are also presenting their projects. During these programs, students conducted their own small research projects or collaborated on larger, on-going projects.
Since 2003, the Medical Student Research Symposium has provided the opportunity for medical students to present their research. Program Directors Dr. Fern Tsien and Dr. Kelly Jean Sherman, along with Dr. Angela McLean, and Dr. Jovanny Zabaleta help students to find mentors and conduct research.
Our team extends our special appreciation to all students, 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), the LSU LCMC Cancer Center, The Robert A. Winn Diversity in Clinical Trials/Clinical Investigator Pathway Program (Winn CIPP), 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
In-person Medical Student Research Symposium
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Lions Eye Center Building, 1st Floor Lobby
2020 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70112
Session One: 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Session Two: 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Hanna Almoaswes
(Virtual #89)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Michael Cook, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery
"Robotic Approach to Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery: Omega Double Loop Reduction in
Internal Herniation"
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Sydney Ambrose
(Session One #1)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Christopher J. Haas, MD
LSUHSC-Department of Dematology
"Risk Factors and Comorbidities Associated with Patients Requiring Up-titration of
Infliximab and Biosimilar Dosagein Patients with Hidradenitis Suppurativa"
Abstract
Poster
James Amoss 
(Session One #2)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Regina Zambrano
Children’s Hospital of New Orleans
“Chart-Based Insights into Neurofibromatosis Type 1: A Single-Center Database”
Abstract
Poster
Johnathan Aphaiyarath
(Session Two #45)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L1
Mentor: Dr. Stefany D. Primeaux, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology
“Impact of Preferred Alcoholic Beverages on Dietary Consumption & Nutritional Quality”
Abstract
Poster
Award for Cancer Research, LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center Travel Award
Freshman/Sophomore Category
Marisol Mosqueda Arreola
(Session One #3)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Arnold H. Zea, PhD
LSUHSC, Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center; Department of Microbiology
“Understanding the tumor microenvironment to overcome resistance in kidney cancer”
Abstract
Poster
Kenneth Avanzino
(Virtual #90)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Alison A. Smith MD, PhD, FACS
University Medical Center New Orleans
"Utilization of Thoracic irrigation reduces the incidence of Secondary Surgical Intervention
in Traumatic Hemothorax Patients at a Level 1 Trauma Center"
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Kenneth Avanzino
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Kelly L. Babineaux, MD, FACS
LSUHSC Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
"Case Report: Surgical Resection and Management of Periungual Human Papilloma-Associated
Squamous Cell Carcinoma Lesions Involving Both Hands"
Abstract
Poster
Omar Azmeh
(Virtual #91)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Moisés A. Arriaga, MD, MBA
LSUHSC, Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
“Early Results with Hypofractionated Gamma Knife Radiotherapy for Treatment of Vestibular
Schwannoma”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Award for Cancer Research LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center Travel Award
Junior/Senior Category
Ally Bartholomew
(Virtual #107)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Ronja Bodola; Dr. Tara Castellano; Dr. Pui Cheng; Dr. Amelia Jernigan,
Dr. Jason Mussell
LSUHSC, Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cell Biology and Anatomy
“Graphic Medicine: Comics as a Therapeutic and Teaching Tool in Gynecologic Oncology
Clinics”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Ally Bartholomew
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Jon Kiev, MD
CHI Saint Joseph Hospital
“Development of Small Cell Lung Cancer Following Gunshot Wound to Chest”
Abstract
Poster
Ally Bartholomew
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Sharon Stanley, MD
LSUHSC Department of Surgery
“Characterization of Hand Surgery Transfers to a Level 1 Trauma Center in the Southeast:
Assessing the Necessity for Emergent Care and Surgical Intervention”
Abstract
Poster
Samhita Basavanhalli
(Virtual #92)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Jordan Vaughn, M.D.
LSU Emergency Medicine Spirit of Charity
"Comparison of Needs Assessment using SDOH Screening between 2 New Orleans Based Community
Hospitals in Different Parishes"
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Kyle Becnel
(Session Two #46)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Valentine Nfonsam, MD
LSUHSC Department of Surgery
“Cartilage oligomeric matrix protein and colorectal cancer”
Abstract
Poster
Marek Beneš
(Virtual #93)
Charles University Medical School, Prague, Czech Republic
M4
Mentor: Dr Jiří Adamec, Ph.D.
LSUHSC, Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology
"Proteomic and Statistical Analysis of Neuroendocrine Neoplasm Markers"
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Hallie Berndt
(Session Two #47)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera, MD, PhD
LSUHSC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
"Minimum Bromelain Treatment Time for Effective Biofilm Dissolution"
Abstract
Poster
Hope Bernier
(Session Two #48)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Eric Lazartigues, PhD, FAPS, FAHA
LSU Health Sciences Center, Cardiovascular Center of Excellence
“Brain miR-410-3p Expression Sex-dependently Reduces Angiotensin-II-induced Hypertension”
Abstract
Poster
Jordan Book
(Session Two #49)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentors: Dr. Lauri Byerley, PhD; Dr. Stefany Primeaux, PhD
LSUHSC Department of Physiology
“Fueling the Future: Exploring Caffeine Consumption in Health Professional Students”
Abstract
Poster
Steve Nelson, MD Award for Excellence in Alcohol Research
Drew Bookman
(Session One #5)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Scott Edwards
LSUHSC Department of Physiology,
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Center of Excellence
“Convergent Interactions of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Pain, and Alcohol Use
in the New Orleans Alcohol Use in HIV Cohort”
Abstract
Poster
Grace Brandhurst
(Session Two #50)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Bolin Liu
LSUHSC, Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology; Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center
“Investigating crosstalk between HER3 and EphA2 in triple negative breast cancer”
Abstract
Poster
Amy Brouillette
(Virtual #94)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Agustin Garcia, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Hematology and Oncology
“Treatment approach for small cell breast carcinoma”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Lacey Budd
(Session One #6)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Tabitha Quebedeaux, MD
LSUHSC, Department of OBGYN
“Adverse pregnancy outcomes in gravid patients with stage 1 hypertension: does low-dose
aspirin reduce the occurrence of preeclampsia?”
Abstract
Poster
Julia Cazabon
(Session One #7)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Cameron, PhD
LSUHSC Department of Microbiology, Immunology, and Parasitology
“Post-market surveillance trial of Gardasil-9 HPV vaccine in adults with HIV”
Abstract
Poster
Carlie Celentano
(Session Two #51)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Patrick Greiffenstein, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery
“Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury after CPR in Porcine Model of Severe Hemorrhagic Shock”
Abstract
Poster
Jacob Chaisson
(Session One #8)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr, Jessica Rivera, MD, PhD
LSUHSC Department of Orthopedic Surgery
"Outcomes of Percutaneous Lumbopelvic Fixation in Patients with High Energy Sacral
Trauma"
Abstract
Poster
Angella Chang
(Session One #9)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Minghao Jin, PhD
Neuroscience Center and Department of Ophthalmology
"Study of the disease mechanism of RPE65 mutations observed in Costa Rican children
with retinal dystrophies"
Abstract
Poster
Hannah Cheng
(Session One #10)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Greggory Davis, PhD
Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center
“Intraabdominal Infections Following Abdominal Trauma”
Abstract
Poster
Alexandra Chimento
(Session One #11)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory MD
LSUHSC Department of Surgery
"Factors Affecting Adherence to Trauma Follow-up in Children and Adolescents"
Abstract
Poster
Anita Cook
(Session Two #52)
Tulane School of Medicine
T2
Mentor: Dr. Lucio Miele
LSUHSC Department of Genetics
"Are Interventions for Obstructed Labor as Common and Effective for Pregnant African-American
Women and Women without Private Insurance?"
Abstract
Poster
Alejandro Cruz
(Virtual #95)
St. George's University School of Medicine
M2
Mentor: Valentine Nfonsam, MD, MS, FACS, FACRS
LSUHSC, Chair, Department of Surgery
“Incidence, Treatment and Outcomes of Patients with Synchronous Lung and Colorectal
Malignancies: A Nationwide Inpatient Sample Database (NIS) Analysis”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Clifton Daigle 
(Session One #12)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Vinod Dasa
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedics
“The Effect of the Hyaluronic Acid Enhanced Calcium Phosphate Subchondroplasty on
Bone Marrow Lesion Outcomes”
Abstract
Poster
Clifton Daigle
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Vinod Dasa
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopedics
“The Effect of Preoperative Injections on Patient Reported Outcomes in Patients Undergoing
Total Knee Arthroplasty”
Abstract
Poster
Drake Darden
(Session Two #53)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Liz Simon, MVSc, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology, CARC
"Ethanol and Nutrient Stressors Synergistically Increase Lipid Content in Hepatocyte
Spheroids While Differentially Dysregulating Hepatocyte Lipid Metabolism"
Abstract
Poster
William Delahoussaye
(Session Two #54)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Kelly Babineaux
LSUHSC, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, UMC
"Expansion of Hand Trauma Transfers at a Level-1 Trauma Center Following Integration
with the ASSH Hand Trauma Center Network"
Abstract
Poster
Jacob Duplantis
(Session One #13)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Bennett deBoisblanc, MD, FACP, FCCP, FCCM
LSUHSC, Department of Medicine,
Section of Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine
“Lung Ultrasound-Based Artificial Intelligence Prediction of Congestive Heart Failure
Readmission”
Abstract
Poster
Whitney Eure
(Virtual #108)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Alison Smith, MD, PhD
LSU Health Sciences Center, Department of Surgery
“A Retrospective Analysis of the Effectiveness of Helmets in Minimizing Serious Injury
and Death Following ATV, Dirt-bike, and Motorcycle Crashes”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Laura Lyne Fincher
(Session One #14)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Hunter Collins, Ph.D.
Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital
“Rethinking Radiology: The Limited Value of Head CT Scans in Pediatric Seizure Diagnosis
and Treatment”
Abstract
Poster
Cadence Gatterer
(Session Two #55)
Tulane School of Medicine
T2
Mentor: Dr. Luis Marrero
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
“Use of a Novel IL11 Blocking Agent to Modulate Hypertrophic Dermal Scarring”
Abstract
Poster
3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Award)
Camille Gelis
(Virtual #96)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr, Christopher J Haas, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Dermatology
“Optimal Infliximab and Biosimilar Dosage and Infusion Frequency for Hidradenitis
Suppurativa Control”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Katelyn Gill
(Session Two #56)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Hector Ferral, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Radiology, Division of Interventional Radiology
“Comparison of Automated Needle Systems for Transjugular Liver Biopsy: A Prospective
Randomized Controlled Trial”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Antoinette Gladney
(Session Two #57)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera
LSU Health Sciences New Orleans, Department of Orthopedics
“Using Opportunity and Deprivation Indexes as a predictor for pediatric loss to follow
up after gunshot induced fracture”
Abstract
Poster
Breyanah Graham
(Session One #15)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleafns
L4
Mentors: La’ Nasha Tanner-Sanders MD;
Tabitha Quebedeaux MD PhD
LSU Health Sciences Center, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
“Impact of Late Prenatal Care on Anemia Prevalence and SGA Outcomes”
Abstract
Poster
Rafael Guzman
(Session Two #58)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Omeed Moaven, MD, FACS
LSUHSC, Department of Surgical Oncology; University Medical Center
"Therapeutic efficacy of short chain fatty acids against pancreatic cancer"
Abstract
Poster
Brennan Hagan
(Virtual #97)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Timothy Pettitt, MD, FACS
LSUHSC Professor of Surgery, CHNOLA
"Innominate Artery Repair: A Novel Approach to Treating Dysphagia Secondary to Vascular
Compression"
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Jacob Hagen
(Virtual #98)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Kurt Mueller
Department of Otolaryngology, PGY-5
“Superior semicircular canal dehiscence in chronic ear disease: is it clinically relevant?”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Samuel Halle
(Session Two #58)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Jorge Martinez, MD
LSUHSC, Clinical Specialist, Department of Medicine - Hospital Medicine, UMC
“What To Do When Contraindications Prevent a Severely Cirrhotic Patient from Receiving
a TIPS Procedure or Liver Transplant? – The Effect of Endovascular Lymphatic Decompression
via Thoracic Duct Stent Placement on Clinical Outcomes in Severe Cirrhosis with Refractory
Ascites”
Abstract
Poster
Kevin Hardy
(Session Two #59)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Deidre Devier PhD
Departments of Cell Biology and Anatomy & Neurology
“Comparing Cognitive Decline Amongst Patients with Parkinson and Multiple Sclerosis”
Abstract
Poster
Reilly Helm
(Session Two #62)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Lauren E. Meyer
LSUHSC Neuroscience Center of Excellence
Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy
“Mouse Expression of ANKHD1 and Its Protective Role in Human Tauopathies”
Abstract
Poster
Carson Herbert 
(Session Two #63)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Zhiyan Fu, MD, MS
LSUHSC, Department of Pathology
“Examining the necessity of axillary lymph node dissection with lumpectomy in biopsy-proven
high-grade DCIS”
Abstract
Poster
Tyler Hernandez
(Virtual #99)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Sahar Shekoohi, Ph.D.
LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport,
Department of Anesthesiology
“Advancing Treatment in Atopic Dermatitis: A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Efficacy,
Safety, and Comparative Insights Into Corticosteroids, Calcineurin Inhibitors, and
Phosphodiesterase-4 Inhibitors as Topical Therapies”
Abstract
Poster
3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Junior/Senior Category)
Logan Hornung
(Session One #21)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Hugo St. Hilaire, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and
Reconstructive Surgery.
“Stacked Four Flap Autologous Breast Reconstruction from a Single Abdominal Donor
Site”
Abstract
Poster
Laiba Iqbal
(Session Two #64)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Uma Priya Mohan, Eric Lazartigues
LSUHSC Cardiovascular Center for Excellence
“ADAM17 mediated activation of microglia leads to neuronal excitation and neuro inflammation
in Ang-II induced hypertension”
Abstract
Poster
Shivani Jain
(Session Two #65)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Arturo Dominguez, MD
"Acral calciphylaxis: distinguishing between a rare entity and peripheral vascular
disease"
Abstract
Poster
Annelise Juneau
(Session Two #66)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera MD, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedics
“Building Blocks of Ballistic Trauma: Investigating How Childhood Opportunity Index
Influences Pediatric Gunshot Fracture Outcomes”
Abstract
Poster
Claire Karcher 
(Session One #16)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Michele Cooper, MD
“Kenalog Injection for the Treatment of Postoperative Seromas: A Case Series”
Abstract
Poster
Meagan Kelly
(Session Two #67)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery; Children’s Hospital
“Ischemia and Seizures Negatively Impact Neurorecovery After Traumatic Brain Injury"
Abstract
Poster
Brionna King
(Session Two #68)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Giulia Monticone, Ph.D
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center,
Department of Genetics
“Adenosine analogs have immunomodulatory antiviral properties through the Adenosine
A2A Receptor pathway”
Abstract
Poster
1st Place Winner, Margaret Raiford Hano Research Award (Junior/Senior Category)
Luke Konur
(Sesson One #17)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Cameron, Ph.D., M.S.C.R.
LSUHSC, Dept. of Microbiology, Immunology,
& Parasitology; the Stanley S. Scott Cancer Center
“Single vs. Six Marker DNA Methylation Panel for Detection of Cervical Dysplasia”
Abstract
Poster
Nathan Kratzberg
(Session One #18)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jason D. Gardner, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology
“Differential expression of cardiac fibrosis genes in response to chronic and binge
alcohol consumption in male C57BL6/J mice”
Abstract
Poster
Katie Lagarde
(Session One #19)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison Smith, MD, PhD, FACS
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery
“Does Patient Presentation Time Impact the Use of Damage Control Laparotomy in Trauma?”
Abstract
Poster
Luz De Luna Lawes
(Session Two #69)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Zagory
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery; Children’s Hospital
“Duration of Coma Predicts Outcomes in Pediatric and Adolescent Traumatic Brain Injury”
Abstract
Poster
Anna LeJeune
(Session One #22)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jessica Rivera, MD, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Orthopaedics
“Perceived Social Support following Extremity Trauma: Does Sex Matter?”
Abstract
Poster
Jack Leoni
(Session Two #70)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Gabriel C. Tender, M.D.
LSU Health Sciences Center, Department of Neurosurgery
“Spinal Epidural Abscess: Institutional Insights, Patient Outcomes, Epidemiology,
and Prognostic Factors”
Abstract
Poster
Jack Leoni
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Taylor Phelps, M.D.
LSU Health Sciences Center, Department of Ophthalmology
“Anti-Glaucoma Medication Use Prior to Anti-VEGF Injections in Lowering Intraocular
Pressure: A Systematic Review”
Abstract
Poster
Jack Leoni
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Gabriel C. Tender, M.D.
LSU Health Sciences Center, Department of Neurosurgery
“Cervical Osteomyelitis in the Face of Several Comorbidities: A Complex Approach”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Abigail Lipani
(Session Two #71)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Stefany Primeaux, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Physiology
“Exploring the Association in Bitter Taste Sensitivity with a Breast Cancer Diagnosis”
Abstract
Poster
Elizabeth Long
(Virtual #101)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Greg Randolph, MD, MPH
LSUHSC School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA
“Factors Influencing Blood Pressure Control Among Medicaid Enrollees with Diabetes”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Elizabeth Long
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L4
Mentor: Dr. Stephen M. Lindsey, M.D.
LSUHSC New Orleans, Department of Medicine, Rheumatology
"Wrist pain plus positive rheumatoid factor: When rheumatoid arthritis is not rheumatoid
arthritis"
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
Patrick Lyell
(Session One #22)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison A Smith, MD, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery;
University Medical Center, Surgery Critical Care
“Peritoneal Fluid Cytokine Levels in Patients Undergoing Damage Control Laparotomy
Differ by Race”
Abstract
Poster
John Macaulay
(Session One #233)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Kristan Leech
University of Southern California,
Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy
"Investigating an adaptive target biofeedback paradigm to reduce gait asymmetry in
older adults post-stroke"
Abstract
Poster
Andrew Malek
(Session Two #72)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Hugo St. Hilaire, MD, DDS
LSUHSC, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
“Deep Inferior Epigastric Artery and Vein Interposition Grafts for Free Anterolateral
Thigh Flap Coverage of a Complex Lower Extremity Defect”
Abstract
Poster
Krista Malley
(Session One #24)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer J. Lentz, Ph.D.
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, LSUHSC
“Retinal Degeneration and Macroglial Function: Contributions of Müller Cells in Usher
Syndrome”
Abstract
Poster
Alasdair Masson 
(Session One #25)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Nicolas G. Bazan
LSUHSC, Director of the Neuroscience Center of Excellence
“Spatial-Temporal Gene Expression Analysis of a Transgenic Model of Tauopathy in Alzheimer’s
Disease”
Abstract
Poster
Alexis Menasco 
(Session Two #73)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alice Hoyt, MD
Hoyt Institute of Food Allergy
"Food Allergy Families Show Comfortability with Being Responsible for Preparing and
Administering Correct Oral Immunotherapy Dose Amounts at Home"
Abstract
Poster
Patricia Mensah
(Session One #26)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Krzysztof Reiss, PhD
Department of Interdisciplinary Oncology,
LSU Health Sciences Center
"Exploring alternative anti-glioblastoma candidate"
Abstract
Poster
Anna Mermilliod
(Session One #27)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison A Smith, MD, PhD
"FRESH FROZEN PLASMA MAY DECREASE LEVELS OF ENDOTHELIAL DYSFUNCTION IN BURN INJURY
PATIENTS"
Abstract
Poster
Isabelle Mermilliod
(Session One #28)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentors: Deidre Devier, PhD; Shannin Moody, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Neurology
“Relationship Between Perceived Stress and Cognitive Impairment in Parkinson’s Disease”
Abstract
Poster
Lauren Meyer
(Session Two #74)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Lauri O. Byerley, PhD, RDN, LDN, FAND
LSUHSC Department of Physiology
“Dietary Protein Intake of Subjects Participating Remotely in a Randomized Control
Trial Investigating the Effect of Dietary Protein on the Gut Microbiome”
Abstract
Poster
Lauren Meyer
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Xiaolin Tian, Ph.D.
LSUHSC Neuroscience Center of Excellence Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy
“Mask, the Drosophila ankyrin repeat and KH domain-containing protein, modulates lifespan
and neurodegeneration”
Abstract
Poster
Alexandra Minnard
(Session One #29)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer Lentz, PhD
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center,
Neuroscience Center of Excellence
“Prospective visual and hearing clinical trials for patients with Usher syndrome”
Abstract
Poster
Karlee Mott
(Session Two #75)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Mo Al Efishat, MD, FACS, FSSO
Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery – LSU
“A Complex Case of Portal Vein Thrombosis in the Postpartum Period”
Abstract
Poster
2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Junior/Senior Category)
Ivan Nguyen
(Virtual #103)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer J. Lentz, Ph.D.
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, LSUHSC
“Exploring Genetic Therapeutic Strategies to Combat Vision Loss in Usher Syndrome
Type 1C”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation (Passcode: +4=aaS35)
Thuong Dien Nguyen-Bui 
(Session Two #76)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. David Welsh, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Pulmonary Critical Care
“Combination of In-Vitro Stimulation and 50 mM Ethanol Treatment on Healthy Blood
Bank PBMCs increases Activated Senescent CD8 T-cells”
Abstract
Poster
Daniel O'Leary
(Virtual #104)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Nakisha Singleton, MPH
LSUHSC, Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Program Manager
“Laying the Foundation: Transforming Rural Louisiana Communities into Geaux Zones”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
3rd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Award)
Keisha Patel
(Session One #30)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Regina Zambrano MD
Department of Pediatrics, Division of Clinical Genetics
“A Case Report and Literature Review of Gabriele-de Vries Syndrome”
Abstract
Poster
Raj Patel
(Session One #31)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Qinglin Yang, Ph.D.
LSUHSC, Cardiovascular Center of Excellence
“Implications of Kynurenic Acid in preventing Doxorubicin induced cardiotoxicity”
Abstract
Poster
Suraj Patel
(Session One #32)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Qinglin Yang, Ph.D
LSUHSC, Cardiovascular Center of Excellence,
Professor of Pharmacology
“Analysis of the Role of ES1 Protein on Methylglyoxal (MGO) and Advanced Glycation
End Products (AGEs)”
Abstract
Poster
Gabriel Peterman
(Session One #33)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Fern Tsien, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Genetics
“Analysis of Neurocognitive Gene Expression in Pediatric Cancer Patients Treated with
Methotrexate”
Abstract
Poster
Madelaine (Lainey) Pickens
(Session One #34)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jennifer J. Lentz, Ph.D.
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, LSUHSC
“Drug development using genetic strategies for the treatment of Usher syndrome Type
1C”
Abstract
Poster
Erik Piedy
(Session One #35)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Amit Ketan Bhandutia, MD
LSUHSC - New Orleans
"Sagittal Alignment in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: Implications of Nonoperative
Management for LongTerm Spinal Health"
Abstract
Poster
Erik Piedy
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. R. Carter Clement, MD, MBA
LSUHSC Department of Orthopaedics
"Optimizing Femoral Derotational Osteotomy: A Mathematical Approach Leveraging Ellipsoidal
Geometry"
Abstract
Poster
Mohammed Rais
(Session One #36)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. A German, K Babineaux
LSUHSC Surgery
"Case Report: Surgical Resection and Management of Periungual Human Papilloma-Associated
Squamous Cell Carcinoma Lesions Involving Both Hands"
Abstract
Poster
Mohammed Rais
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Jonathon C. Boraski, DMD, MD
Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Louisiana State University Health
Sciences Center; New Orleans, LA
"The Combined Use of Integra and ReCell in a Case of Severe Hidradenitis Suppurativa"
Abstract
Poster
Cara Ramos
(Session One #37)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Alan Marr MD
LSUHSC Department of Surgery,
Division of Trauma & Critical Care Surgery, UMCNO
"Anti-Xa Level Monitoring in Elderly Trauma Patients Receiving Enoxaparin Prophylaxis"
Abstract
Poster
Cara Ramos
(Session One #35)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentors: Jerome Volk, MD & Oritsejolomi Roberts, MD
LSUHSC Department of Neurosurgery, Children’s Hospital
"Neurosurgical Management of Cranial Dog Bite Injury in Pediatric Patients: A Single Center Review”
Abstract
Poster
Mary Grace Robichaux
(Session Two #77)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Jill D’Souza, M.D
LSUHSC School of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Children’s
Hospital New Orleans
“Antibiotic Stewardship in Pediatric Head and Neck Surgery”
Abstract
Poster
Connor Robin
(Session Two #78)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Marc Raj, DO
LSUHSC New Orleans PM&R, New Orleans, LA, LSUHSC New Orleans, School of Medicine
"Chronic knee pain from a ganglion cyst compressing the superomedial genicular nerve"
Abstract
Poster
Cary Robinson
(Session Two #79)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Tabitha M. Quebedeaux
LSUHSC, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology Department
"Contraceptive Usage Postpartum at Touro Medical Center"
Abstract
Poster
Rebecca Ruester
(Virtual #106)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison Smith, MD, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery
“Outcomes of Interventional Radiology Procedure In Geriatric Trauma Patients”
Abstract
Poster
Renee Rumsey
(Session One #36)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Alison A. Smith, MD, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Surgery
“An Investigation of Surgical Feeding Access in Patients with Remote Bariatric Surgery”
Abstract
Poster
Avni Shridhar
(Session Two #80)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Dr. Andrew McWhorter
LSUHSC, Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery; Our Lady of the Lake
Regional Medical Center
“PET-CT Scans as a Mechanism to Identify Second Primary Cancer Sites in Our Patient
Population"
Abstract
Poster
Griffin Smith
(Session One #39)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Tiffany A. Wills, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Cell Biology and Anatomy
“Use of Brain Clearing and Labeling to Evaluate Activity of CeA Inputs in Response
to a Pain Challenge in C57BL/6J Mice”
Abstract
Poster
Reed Smith
(Session Two #81)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L3
Mentor: Jennifer J. Lentz, PhD
LSUHSC; Neuroscience Center of Excellence, Department of Otorhinolaryngology
“Optimizing antisense oligonucleotide chemistry for the treatment of hearing loss
and imbalance in Usher Syndrome”
Abstract
Poster
Maansi Solanky
(Session One #40)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Suresh K. Alahari, PhD
LSUHSC, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
“Assessing the Tumor Suppressive Impact and Regulatory Mechanisms of SPDEF Expression
in Breast Cancer”
Abstract
Poster
August Steinkamp
(Session Two #82)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Elyse Stevens, MD, MPH
LSUHSC School of Medicine, Department of Clinical Medicine
“Centering Public Health Tools in Program Creation”
Abstract
Poster
Amari Stepter
(Session Two #83)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Wayne Backes
LSUHSC, Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics
“Competition: Physical Interactions between CYP2D6, NAPDH-Cytochrome P450 Reductase,
and Heme Oxygenase-1”
Abstract
Poster
Malcolm Sundell 
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Deidre Devier
LSUHSC, Department of Neurology
“Correlation of Perceived and Physiological Measures of Stress with Cognitive Decline
in Multiple Sclerosis”
Abstract
Poster
Ngan Tran
(Session Two #84)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Kathyrn Cyrus, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Medicine, Section of Neonatology
“Postpartum Depression Screening in the NICU: A Quality Improvement Approach”
Abstract
Poster
Summer Trusty
(Session One #41)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Hector Ferral
LSUHSC, Department of Radiology; University Medical Center
“Multidisciplinary Approach to Iatrogenic Pulmonary Artery Pseudoaneurysm Treatment:
A Case Report”
Abstract
Poster
Brett Tsuchiya
(Session Two #85)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. David Welsh, MD
LSUHSC, Department of Internal Medicine - Pulmonary/Critical Care
“Effect of Alcohol on HIV-associated Frailty Trajectories”
Abstract
Poster
Audrey J Ulfers
(Session Two #86)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Minghao Jin, Ph.D
LSUHSC, Department of Neuroscience and Ophthalmology
“The Effect of R81I and V240F Mutations on Protein Expression and Enzymatic Activity
of RPE65”
Abstract
Poster
1st Place Winner, Mitzie Hano Wittliff Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)
Michelle Veillon-Bradshaw 
(Session One #42)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Gabriel C. Tender, MD
Department of Neurosurgery, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
“Cervical Osteomyelitis in the Setting of Multiple Comorbidities: A Complex Anatomical
Approach”
Abstract
Poster
Michelle Veillon-Bradshaw
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Vinod Dasa, MD
Department of Orthopedics, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
“Assessing Total Knee Arthroplasty Patient Reported Outcomes: Intraosseous Vancomycin
Versus Intravenous Antibiotic Injection”
Abstract
Poster
Presentation
2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)
Matthew Vlosich
(Session One #43)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Xinping Yue, MD, PhD
Cardiovascular Center of Excellence, LSU Health Sciences
“The Effects of Nicotine and High Fat Diet on Circadian Gene Expression in Human Aortic
Smooth Muscle Cells”
Abstract
Poster
Christopher Vuong
(Session One #44)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Gregg Davis, PhD
Office of Research and Grant Administration, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical
Center
“Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Biomarkers of Immune Function in Trauma”
Abstract
Poster
2nd Place Winner, Dean's Research Award (Freshman/Sophomore Category)
Kendall Walker
(Session Two #87)
LSUHSC School of Medicine New Orleans
L2
Mentor: Dr. Charles Nichols
LSUHSC, Department of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics
“Neuroprotective Anti-Inflammatory Properties of Psychedelic DOI for Closed Head Traumatic
Brain Injuries in Drosophila melanogaster”
Abstract
Poster