Jay Jani

Education: Georgia Institute of Technology
MD Mentor: Dr. Emmanouil Brilakis
Staff Mentors: Bavana Rangan / Theodoros Vichos 
Project: Efficacy and Safety of Drug-Coated Balloons in Coronary Artery Disease (PROGRESS-CATH)

How did you hear about the MHIF internship and why did you want to participate?

I found MHIF online when I was searching for clinical research internships. I was excited at the possibility to take a clinical research project to completion.

What sparked your interest in the field of research, medicine and cardiology?

Working with my mentor Dr. Hoang at Emory first excited me in clinical research as I could contribute to new findings in science! My interest in cardiology stemmed from my human pathology class.

What is your desired career in medicine?

Something surgical in academic medicine - currently neurosurgery and ENT - but am excited about exposure in cardiology with this internship.

What are you most looking forward to this summer?

Working on a clinical research project in coronary artery disease and meeting with all of the other interns.

What do you hope to gain from this experience?

I hope to improve my clinical research skills, mainly regarding manuscript writing and statistical analysis.

What are your plans after the summer?

I am currently applying to medical school and will graduate college in the fall!

What is a fun fact about you?

I have a twin brother who goes to Emory.