Trinka Vijmasi

Experienced biomedical scientist and physician with a passion for biomedical research related to oncology and neurobiology. 

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.

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