Bio
Natasha is a fourth-year medical student at the Stanford School of Medicine. She is currently on her first year of clerkships after completing a MedScholars Grant research year, investigating health disparities through the lens of pediatric surgery outcomes. Prior to medical school, she graduated form Stanford University with a B.A. in Human Biology, then spent two years in the public health system in Kenya, working with a grassroots NGO and a social enterprise. She has also traveled to Sudan during medical school to conduct research on surgical informed consent. Her interests include: community health, global health, and empowering the underserved communities to become active participants in their health care decisions.
Honors & Awards
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MedScholars Research Grant, Stanford School of Medicine (2018-2019)
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Human Biology Award for Excellent Honors Thesis Presentation, Stanford University Center for Teaching and Learning (2014)
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Stanford University Award of Excellence, Stanford Alumni Association (2014)
Professional Affiliations and Activities
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Contributing Writer, Stanford Medicine Scope Blog (2016 - Present)
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Student Member, American College of Surgeons (2017 - Present)
Membership Organizations
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SIG: Surgery Interest Group, Medical Student, co-president 2017-2018
Education & Certifications
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Bachelor of Arts, Stanford University, HUMBI-BAH (2014)