Daniel Ramos Alicea, M.D.
San Juan
Summary
Highly motivated and dedicated medical graduate with a strong academic background and clinical experience, seeking to join a General Surgery Residency program. Demonstrates a commitment to patient care, a passion for surgical excellence, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Proficient in various medical procedures, with a particular interest in trauma and general surgery.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma Surgery Research Fellow
University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus - Surgery Department
San Juan
10.2023 - Current
- Authored or co-authored manuscripts for publication in Trauma Critical Care in peer-reviewed journals.
- Conducted literature reviews on current theories pertaining to global warming and its effects.
- Reviewed scientific papers written by colleagues and provided feedback on their content and structure.
- Worked on projects to be presented at the Rafucci Conference.
Medical Student Volunteer
Father Vernard Clinics
San Juan
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Offered peer-to-peer-based teaching in an environment as similar as possible to clinical rotations, thus allowing a place of educational and professional growth and exposure to real patients for the students to develop good foundational clinical skills.
- Gathered and provided food supplies to the homeless population in Old San Juan.
- Provide ancillary primary care interventions and general counseling to patrons of the medically underserved community in San Juan
Soccer Coach
Puerto Rico Soccer Academy
San Juan
02.2020 - 07.2022
- Worked as a coach, teaching and training athletes from 10 to 17 years of age in the fundamentals of football.
- Realized recruitment and game coaching; conditioning of athletes; supervision of strategic exercises; and maintenance of field and equipment.
- Mentored athletes, which later became chosen by the Barça Academy in Barcelona, Spain.
Gross and Cadaveric Anatomy Tutor
Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine
Bayamon
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Realizing cadaveric dissections, marking prosections, tutoring sessions on both theoretical and laboratory material.
- Created and innovated mock laboratory exams for other medical school classes.
- Include the use of advanced medical imaging (X-ray, CT & MRI scans) in tutoring sessions to aid students in understanding anatomy and its medical relevance.
- Peer mentorship for medical students.
Carcea Laboratory Manager
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Newark
08.2018 - 06.2019
- In charge of engineering and printing three-dimensional (3D) micro-drives using state of the art 3D printers.
- Performed and oversaw procedures on mice, and executed testing, analysis, and gathering data regarding the social transmission of maternal behavior in different species.
- Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the lab, including staffing, scheduling of personnel, equipment ordering, maintenance of proper license for controlled substances, and inventory catalog.
Research Teaching Specialist
Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Newark
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Performed and oversaw microscopic and macroscopic neurosurgery on live mice for viral injections and fiber optic implantation.
- Created prototype designs for 3D printing, specified for neural micro drives used in live specimens, to measure brain activity in various neuronal pathways involving oxytocin, vasopressin, and somatostatin peptides.
- Worked on experiments focusing on social neuroscience, involving behavioral studies, electrophysiology, and immunohistochemistry.
- Performed video experiments accurately and recorded, analyzed, and interpreted data.
Research Associate Technician
New York University
New York
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Analyzed neuronal data to create and organize graphs, charts, and documents for publication and presentations to NYU scientific staff.
- Co-authored and published papers in Nature.
- Recorded neuronal signals in both anesthetized and freely moving animals using multi-channel electrode arrays.
- Presented weekly analysis on behaviors of mice with recordings from paraventricular neurons, oxytocin neurons.
Study Coordinator/Undergraduate Research Assistant
Veteran Administration (VA) Medical Center
San Juan
07.2014 - 01.2018
- Responsible for managing clinical research activities to ensure that they comply with federal guidelines and institutional policy at the VA Medical Center.
- Innovated studies, such as facet and trigger point steroid injections, for glucose changes in diabetic patients.
- In charge of patient interactions in obtaining consents for research studies in the diabetic population.
- Prepared the study budget and collaborated with the Veteran Administration hospital to allocate appropriate funding for all aspects of the clinical research.
Musician
Iglesia Cristiana Discipulos de Cristo
San Juan
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Performed as a guitarist and/or bassist in musical ensembles during clinical services for the community of San Juan.
- Study musical scores and rehearse for performances all around Puerto Rico.
- Maintained equipment such as guitars, amplifiers and recording devices.
- Played live shows with full bands and solo performances.
- Traveled extensively to perform at various venues around the country.
Musical Director
Iglesia Cristiana Discipulos de Cristo
San Juan
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Oversaw all aspects of musical performance. Worked closely with performers to ensure preparation and readiness to deliver the best possible performance.
- Lead live performances with known Hispanic artists such as Sheila Romero, Yashira Guiding, and Lorell Quiles.
- Coordinated with other members of the production team, such as choreographers, or stage managers.
- Prepared previous sequencing tracks for performances and for track rehearsals.
Surgery Volunteer
VA Medical Center
San Juan
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Participated in the Voluntary Service Program of the VA, where I worked as a surgical volunteer, working closely with Chief Anesthesiologist, Doctor Yemina Ramos.
- As a high school student, I shadowed general surgeons and observed surgical procedures in specialties such as neurologic, cardio, orthopedic, and ophthalmologic surgery.
- Learned to use proper sanitation procedures to maintain sterile environments.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to provide optimal management for patients, including anesthesia cart preparation, field sterilization, patient transfer, and pre-operation requirements.
Education
M.D. -
05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Natural Sciences
05-2017
High School Diploma -
05-2013
Skills
- Proficient in Italian and German
- Experienced Musician
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Licensed Scuba Diver
- Experienced Surfer
- Analytical Thinking
- Advanced Research Techniques
- Interpersonal Skills
- Extensive teamwork experience
- Attention to Detail
Accomplishments
- Highest GPA in the Bachelor of Natural Sciences
- Travel award for the 2022 annual American Association for Anatomy Conference in Philadelphia
- 1st place in case report session for Medical Schools in Puerto Rico at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine
- Gentlemen's doubles tennis Champion at the 2024 Muscular Dystrophy Tennis Tournament
- Gentlemen's Subchampion (runner up) at the USTA Tennis 3.0 2024 Tournament
Languages
Spanish
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Italian
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Surgery Rotations
- Passed with Honors in all three elective surgery rotations (Cancer, Trauma and General Surgery)
- 2nd highest grade in final NBME Surgery Shelf in third-year surgery rotation.
Certification
- ATLS (to be taken September 2024)
- ACLS (to be taken September 2024)
- CPR
- Scuba Diving License (#233L070126LA)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trauma Surgery Research Fellow - University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus - Surgery Department
10.2023 - Current
Medical Student Volunteer - Father Vernard Clinics
08.2020 - 05.2023
Gross and Cadaveric Anatomy Tutor - Universidad Central del Caribe School of Medicine
08.2020 - 06.2021
Soccer Coach - Puerto Rico Soccer Academy
02.2020 - 07.2022
Carcea Laboratory Manager - Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
08.2018 - 06.2019
Research Teaching Specialist - Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
08.2018 - 05.2019
Research Associate Technician - New York University
08.2017 - 06.2018
Musical Director - Iglesia Cristiana Discipulos de Cristo
05.2015 - 08.2016
Study Coordinator/Undergraduate Research Assistant - Veteran Administration (VA) Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2018
Musician - Iglesia Cristiana Discipulos de Cristo
08.2013 - 06.2017
Surgery Volunteer - VA Medical Center
01.2013 - 05.2013
Universidad Central Del Caribe - M.D.,
University of Puerto Rico - Bachelor of Science, Natural Sciences
Saint Mary's School - High School Diploma,
- ATLS (to be taken September 2024)
- ACLS (to be taken September 2024)
- CPR
- Scuba Diving License (#233L070126LA)
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