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A record-high number of second-year graduate students in the MA in Biomedicine program<\/a> at Eastern Mennonite University successfully defended their theses in December. The 13 presentations were made in one day which stretched from early in the morning to late in the afternoon.<\/p>\n

\u201cStudents learn an incredible amount by taking a research project from start to finish,\u201d said Dr. Julia Halterman<\/a>, who co-directs the program with Dr. Carolyn Stauffer<\/a>. \u201cAs they enter their final semester here at EMU, many are applying to medical school or other professional health schools, and their research projects give them an important and unique experience that sets them apart from other applicants.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Jessica<\/a>
Jessica Morris, second-year graduate student in EMU’s MA in biomedicine program, researched the Affordable Care Act and its impact on Shenandoah Valley residents falling into the “coverage gap.”<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Since 2013, the MA in Biomedicine program has helped 27 graduates prepare for careers as health professionals. The research project is an important and distinctive curricular challenge, bringing students together with faculty advisors and community mentors as they develop and conduct original research.<\/p>\n

\u201cEMU’s Biomedicine program provides students with the opportunity to conduct research that is original and hypothesis-driven,\u201d says Stauffer. \u201cThis equips each student with a unique niche that they can optimally leverage when applying for professional health schools. Original research opens doors and can make all the difference as a springboard for a student’s future.”<\/p>\n

Jessica Morris hopes to become a doctor of osteopathic medicine or earn a PhD in medical scientific research. Milan Sheth is most interested in the field of emergency medicine. The research project offered the opportunity to delve into topics relevant to their career goals.<\/p>\n

Morris, a George Mason University graduate, investigated the impact of the Affordable Care Act on Shenandoah Valley residents falling into the \u201ccoverage gap\u201d created by Virginia\u2019s limited Medicaid benefits.<\/p>\n

She came away with a new knowledge of the objectivity required to conduct research, a healthy skepticism about media coverage of health issues and how that affects patient knowledge.<\/p>\n

Sheth, an Ohio State University graduate who is interested in emergency medicine, researched the factors involved in responses of patients undergoing rapid induction of a common anesthetic, ketamine.<\/p>\n

\"Milan<\/a>
Milan Sheth researched factors involved in response of patients undergoing rapid induction of the anesthetic ketamine.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

His research has specific applications for first responders and other medical personnel, who need identify patients who may be most susceptible to potential adverse effects associated with rapid sequence intubation of ketamine.<\/p>\n

He says he\u2019s gained new skills, such as identifying relevant published research and interpreting statistical results, and a new appreciation for the impact of clinical research on patient treatment. \u201cI have a deeper appreciation for researchers and the dedication they put forth towards finding breakthroughs and cures,\u201d he added. \u201cMy passion for medicine continues to grow and this project solidified my purpose for entering the healthcare field.\u201d<\/p>\n

Student research
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A comprehensive list of researchers, their projects and committee members follows:<\/p>\n

\u00a0Nkem Asianua<\/strong>: \u201cAfrican American\u2019s\/African\u2019s Awareness of Their Increased Risk of ACE Inhibitor Induced Angioedema in Ventura County, Ca.\u201d Committee members: Professors Esther Tian and Greta Ann Herin.<\/p>\n

Lujain Binyahya<\/strong>: \u201cAn Analysis of Patient Experience at Sentara-RMH.\u201d Committee members: Professor Carolyn Stauffer, Steve Nelson.<\/p>\n

Sanjay Dick<\/strong>: \u201cFelis Catus and Chronic Renal Disease: A Comparison of Clinical Treatments Found at Rural and Urban Animal Hospitals in Southeastern Pennsylvania.\u201d Committee members: Professor Tara Kishbaugh and Jennifer Lyle, D.V.M.<\/p>\n

\"<\/a>
From left: Second-year MA in Biomedicine students pose for a photo at the end of fall semester 2016: Melody Nyoni, program co-director and professor Carolyn Stauffer, Chanel Sampson, Sanjay Dick, Nkem Asianua, Alex Hetrick, Ben Stern, Ruchir Shah, Milan Sheth, Nikita Patel, Jessica Simms Morris, Noor Qureshi, program co-director and professor Julia Halterman, Shanae Scott. Not shown: Lujain Binyahya.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Alexandar Hetrick<\/strong>: \u201cStudent Influenza Vaccination Rate and Risk of Infectious Disease at Eastern Mennonite University.\u201d Committee members: Professors Carolyn Stauffer and Jeffrey Copeland.<\/p>\n

Jessica Morris<\/strong>: \u201cReforming Health Care: The Impacts of The Affordable Care Act on the Health Insurance Status of Individuals Residing in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.\u201d Committee members: Professors Kim Brenneman and Jenni Holsinger.<\/p>\n

Melody Nyoni<\/strong>: \u201cExamination of STI awareness among transitioning youth in the Valley Youth House (VYH) Program in Allentown, Pa.\u201d Committee members: Professor Kim Brenneman, Elizabeth Allen.<\/p>\n

Nikita Patel<\/strong>: \u201cThe Value of Time and Patient Satisfaction during Physician-Patient Visits in Central Virginia.\u201d Committee members: Professors Carolyn Stauffer and Ann Hershberger.<\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>Noor Qureshi<\/strong>: \u201cMental Health Attitudes in the Dallas Pakistani Community.\u201d Committee members: Professors Jeffrey Copeland and Gregory Koop.<\/p>\n

Chanel Sampson<\/strong>: \u201cPossible Risk Factors of Uterine Fibroids Evaluated through a Self-Assessment of Symptom Severity.\u201d Committee members: Professors Greta Ann Herin and Cathy Rittenhouse.<\/p>\n

Shanae Scott<\/strong>: \u201cRoutine Eye Exams and Awareness of Ocular Disease Associated with Diabetes in Harrisonburg, Va.\u201d Committee members: Professors Esther Tian and Tara Kishbaugh.<\/p>\n

Ruchir Shah<\/strong>: \u201cDetermining the Link Between Smile Symmetry and Character Perception at Eastern Mennonite University.\u201d Committee members: Professors Gregory Koop and Ann Hershberger.<\/p>\n

Milan Sheth<\/strong>: \u201cKetamine-induced Changes in Blood Pressure and Heart Rate in Pre-hospital Intubated Patients.\u201d Committee members: Professors Daniel Showalter and Matthew Siderhurst.<\/p>\n

Benjamin Stern<\/strong>: \u201cEssential Competencies for the Rural American Doctor.\u201c Committee members: Professor Kim Brenneman and Randall Longenecker, MD.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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