Trinka Vijmasi
Biomedical Scientist and Physician
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Experienced biomedical scientist and physician with a passion for biomedical research related to oncology and neurobiology.
Experience
Preliminary General Surgery Resident/Intern
Montefiore Medical Center/ Albert Einstein College of Medicine
07/2022 – 07/2023 BRONX, NEW YORK, U.S.A
Delivered direct patient care for surgical patients in a prominent metropolitan, multi-center teaching hospital. Administered acute medical and surgical care in both outpatient and perioperative settings, ensuring comprehensive treatment.
Successfully completed rotations in various specialties including General Surgery, Neurosurgery, Minimally
Invasive Surgery, Surgical ICU, Acute Care Surgery, and Vascular Surgery, among others.
Senior Business Analyst /SME
Edvak Health Technologies
01/2021 – 06/2022 HYDERABAD, INDIA
Utilized medical knowledge and expertise to spearhead the development of AI-enabled electronic health record software for US healthcare system
Implemented the training and supervision of a data preparation team, ensuring the execution of machine learning projects.
Conducted meticulous market research and competitor analysis, informing decision-making processes and amplifying business strategies.
Medical Educator/Content Editor
Freelancing
08/2020 – 11/2021 CHENNAI, INDIA
Developed high-quality medical education content specifically tailored for the US education system. Provided personalized coaching and tutoring services to students preparing for the USMLE exams.
Post-Doctoral Fellow
Dr. Todd Hankinson Lab, Department of Neurosurgery, University of Colorado Denver,
07/2018 – 07/2022 AURORA, UNITED STATES
Conducted extensive investigation of the pathophysiology of adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma (ACP) by
Work experience implementing diverse methodologies.
Explored the significance of ACP cyst fluid in disease pathology
Designed and established an advanced epithelial cell culture system to assess the impact of cyst fluid on cellular behavior.
Developed and executed organotypic tissue culture of patient-derived tumors to gain comprehensive insights into disease mechanisms.
Played a pivotal role in investigating an experimental Phase-0 clinical study of Tocilizumab, a monoclonal antibody for the treatment of ACP.
Junior Fellow
Dr. Nancy McNamara Lab, University of California, San Francisco
10/2010 – 05/2024 SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
Conducted research on the therapeutic potential of Lacritin, a novel human tear protein, for the treatment of dry eye disease.
Explored the effectiveness of Interleukin-1 receptor antagonist as a treatment for dry eye disease
Utilized In Vivo Corneal Confocal Microscopy to analyze the morphology of corneal nerves in patients with
Sjogren's syndrome
Co-founder/Scientist
Masila's Cancer Diagnostics Private Limited
02/2008 – 03/2010 CHENNAI, INDIA
Co-founded the company, establishing the business office and research laboratory
Recruited, supervised, and trained research employees
Conducted fluorescence spectroscopy studies to evaluate cancer biomarkers in blood and urine
Led clinical trials with hospitals and pharmaceutical companies
Presented technical presentations at regional oncology meetings of the Indian Medical Association Established strategic partnerships with academic and industry experts, fostering collaborations to support research and development initiatives
Published research findings in renowned scientific journals and presented at international conferences, enhancing the organization's reputation as a thought leader in the scientific community.
Lab Manager
Dr. Nancy McNamara Lab, University of California, San Francisco
04/2006 – 12/2007 SAN FRANCISCO, UNITED STATES
Conducted cell and molecular biology experiments using human lung epithelial cells lines to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying the development of lung cancer induced by cigarette smoke.
Developed and executed a highly efficient high throughput screening assay for the quantitative analysis of airway mucin secretion in cystic fibrosis patients.
Applied advanced protein microarray analysis techniques to thoroughly investigate tear fluids in individuals affected by autoimmune disorders of the eye.
Education
Medicine | Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine
08/2014 – 10/2021 CUPECOY, SINT MARTEEN, NETHERLANDS ANTILLES An aggregate score of 85%.
USMLE Step 1 - 253 | USMLE Step 2 CK- 247 | USMLE Step 2 CS - pass in 1st attempt. Completed clinical rotations in the US and UK.
All core clinical rotations and sub-internships - Pass with Honors.
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology | Bachelor of Science
University of Massachusetts
09/2003 – 12/2005 AMHERST, MASSACHUSETTS, U.S.A
