Apoorva Ramaswamy | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Apoorva Ramaswamy | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

 👤Assist. Prof. Dr. Apoorva Ramaswamy, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, United States

Dr. Apoorva Tewari Ramaswamy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. With a distinguished academic and clinical career, she has contributed significantly to the fields of laryngology and dysphagia. She earned her medical degree from Yale School of Medicine, where she was honored with the prestigious Samuel Jordan Graham Scholarship. Dr. Ramaswamy is dedicated to advancing patient care, research, and education. She has an active role in the Dysphagia Research Society and serves on multiple committees, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Her career is marked by academic excellence, innovative research, and an enduring commitment to improving patient outcomes.

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🌟  Summary of Suitability for the “Research for Best Researcher Award”

Apoorva Tewari Ramaswamy, MD, is exceptionally well-suited for the “Research for Best Researcher Award” due to her extensive educational background, significant research contributions, leadership in her field, and dedication to advancing medical science. She completed her MD from Yale School of Medicine, where she was awarded the Samuel Jordan Graham Scholarship for demonstrating exceptional academic promise in surgery. Additionally, her recognition as Yale College’s Commencement Flag Bearer highlights her extraordinary contributions not only in academia but also within her community.

Dr. Ramaswamy’s research in the fields of laryngology, dysphagia, and esophagology has been widely recognized. She has published influential work, including studies that explore the role of local IgE in eosinophilic esophagitis, which earned her the AAOA Research Prize. Her research contributions continue through her leadership role in various committees and advisory boards, such as the Dysphagia Research Society and the American Broncho-Esophagological Association.

🎓 Education

Dr. Ramaswamy completed her Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Yale School of Medicine (2011–2015), where she was awarded the Samuel Jordan Graham Scholarship for her final year. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Developmental, and Cellular Biology from Yale College (2007-2011), where she was recognized as the Commencement Flag Bearer for her extraordinary contributions. Early in her education, Dr. Ramaswamy earned the “Triple C” award from the Attorney General of New York State, showcasing her excellence in academics and extracurricular leadership during high school. She also demonstrated athletic prowess, earning Volleyball All League honors and the Sirena Wu Dunn Award. Throughout her education, Dr. Ramaswamy’s academic achievements have consistently set her apart as a leader and innovator.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Ramaswamy is currently an Assistant Professor at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. She completed a fellowship in Laryngology and Bronchoesophagology at UC Davis (2020-2021) and residency in Otolaryngology at New York Presbyterian Hospital (2015-2020), where she received several prestigious awards, including the AAOA Research Prize and the Distinguished House Staff Award. Dr. Ramaswamy also has experience working internationally, with a 2009 internship at PEPFAR-Nigeria and research at Yale on vascular surgery. She has served as a faculty member, mentor, and leader in various medical and academic committees, including the Dysphagia Research Society and the American Broncho-Esophagolical Association, advancing research and educational initiatives in her field.

🏅 Awards and Recognition

Dr. Ramaswamy’s career has been marked by several notable accolades. She was honored with the prestigious James Physician Patient Champion Award in 2024. Throughout her residency, she received multiple awards, such as the AAOA Research Prize and In-Service Prize for her academic excellence. As a faculty member, she has received recognition from various professional societies, including the American Head & Neck Society and the Dysphagia Research Society, where she holds leadership positions. Her achievements in academic surgery were further acknowledged with the Distinguished House Staff Award from Weill Cornell Medical Center in 2019, signifying her contributions to patient care, education, and research.

🌍 Research Skills On Medicine

Dr. Ramaswamy’s research is centered around the treatment of dysphagia, laryngology, and the impacts of esophagology on patients with head and neck cancer. Her research contributions have been presented at prestigious international conferences, with a focus on the intersection of voice and swallowing disorders. Dr. Ramaswamy has also conducted studies on local IgE in eosinophilic esophagitis, which won second place at the 2018 AAOA meeting. As a leader in the Dysphagia Research Society and various academic committees, she has promoted diversity and inclusion within the research community. Her work continues to advance understanding of swallowing disorders and provides practical solutions for patient care.

📖 Publication Top Notes

  1. The efficacy of two commercially available devices for airway foreign body relief: A cadaver study

    • Authors: Ramaswamy, A.; Done, A.; Solis, R.; Srikanth, M.; Olinde, L.; Belafsky, P.
    • Citation: Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology, 2023
    • DOI: 10.1002/lio2.1057

  2. Tongue base augmentation to improve swallow function in a cadaveric model

    • Authors: Ramaswamy, A.T.; Cates, D.; Evangelista, L.; Srikanth, M.; Belafsky, P.
    • Citation: Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology, 2023
    • DOI: 10.1002/lio2.1041

  3. The upper esophageal sphincter: anatomy and physiology

    • Authors: Ramaswamy, A.T.; Martell, P.; Azevedo, R.; Belafsky, P.
    • Citation: Annals of Esophagus, 2022
    • DOI: 10.21037/aoe-21-34

  4. Effects of Pyridostigmine on Esophageal and Pharyngeal Motility in Dysphagic Patients Undergoing High-Resolution Manometry.

  5. Office-Based Procedure Training in Laryngology Fellowship Programs.

    • Authors: Enver N.; Ramaswamy A.; Sulica L.; Pitman MJ
    • Citation: The Laryngoscope, 2020-10
    • DOI: 10.1002/lary.29170
    • PMID: 33043999

  6. How I Do It: A Novel Technique for Endoscopic Placement of Stent in Management of Anterior Glottic Webs.

    • Authors: Enver N.; Ramaswamy A.; Pitman MJ
    • Citation: The Laryngoscope, 2020-09
    • DOI: 10.1002/lary.28965
    • PMID: 32902885

  7. Percutaneous and Open Tracheostomy in Patients with COVID-19: Comparison and Outcomes of an Institutional Series in New York City.

    • Authors: Long SM; Chern A; Feit NZ; Chung S; Ramaswamy AT; Li C; Cooley V; Hill S; Rajwani K; Villena-Vargas J, et al.
    • Citation: Annals of Surgery, 2020-09
    • DOI: 10.1097/sla.0000000000004428
    • PMID: 32889885

  8. Common Otologic Surgical Procedures: Clinical Decision-Making Pearls and the Role of Imaging

    • Authors: Peng, T.; Ramaswamy, A.T.; Kim, A.H.
    • Citation: Neuroimaging Clinics of North America, 2019
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.nic.2018.09.008

  9. Management of Vestibular Schwannomas for the Radiologist

  10. Carcinoma presenting as idiopathic anterior glottic webs: A case series

    • Authors: Ramaswamy, A.T.; Tian, L.; Bock, J.M.; Klein, A.M.; Pitman, M.J.
    • Citation: The Laryngoscope, 2019-09
    • DOI: 10.1002/lary.27711

Soyul Han | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Soyul Han | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Soyul Han, Seoul National University South, Korea

Soyul Han is a distinguished researcher specializing in data science and healthcare analytics. After completing her Ph.D. in Statistics from Chung-Ang University, Korea, she embarked on an academic and professional career focused on real-world big data applications, particularly in healthcare and medical data analysis. Soyul’s interdisciplinary expertise spans deep learning, signal processing, and big data, leading to groundbreaking contributions in heart murmur detection and voice spoofing. Her research is characterized by collaborations across various sectors, including academia and industry, with a strong emphasis on using cutting-edge technologies to enhance public health services.

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Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award

Soyul Han demonstrates exceptional potential for the ‘Research for Best Researcher Award’ based on her academic background, research contributions, and impactful publications. Holding a Ph.D. in Statistics from Chung-Ang University, Han has further honed her expertise through a postdoctoral position at Seoul National University and several research roles at prominent institutions. Her diverse experience, ranging from clinical research coordination to deep learning applications in healthcare, positions her as an outstanding candidate for this award.

🎓  Education

Soyul Han’s educational background is rooted in statistics, having completed her Ph.D. in 2024 at Chung-Ang University, Korea. Her dissertation, supervised by Il-Youp Kwak, explored innovative approaches to analyzing big healthcare data. She holds an M.S. in Statistics (2017) from the same institution and a B.S. in Statistics from Hannam University (2015). Her rigorous academic training, coupled with her hands-on research experience, has equipped her with the skills to develop data-driven solutions for complex healthcare problems.

💼  Professional Experience

Soyul Han has built a distinguished career in academia and industry. Currently, she is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute for Data Innovation in Science, Seoul National University. Her previous roles include Research Associate in both the Admissions Office and Analysis Department at Chung-Ang University, and clinical research coordinator at the National Cancer Center. With extensive experience in deep learning and big data analytics, Soyul has contributed to numerous projects, including data-driven healthcare innovations and participation in prestigious data competitions, such as the Audio Deepfake Detection challenge.

🏅Awards and Recognition

Soyul Han’s work has been recognized internationally, with several notable awards. Her team’s success at the 2023 Audio Deepfake Detection Challenge, where they secured 3rd place, and the George B. Moody PhysioNet Challenges, where they earned recognition in two categories, highlights her expertise. Additionally, she has received recognition for her innovative contributions to healthcare data analysis, including multiple publications in high-impact journals such as Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence and The Korean Journal of Internal Medicine.

🌍 Research Skills

Soyul Han is skilled in statistical analysis, deep learning, and big data applications, particularly in healthcare. She has expertise in developing predictive models for heart murmur detection and voice spoofing, and has employed state-of-the-art technologies such as deep neural networks, deepfake detection systems, and data visualization techniques. Her research also involves the development of healthcare prognostic models using national insurance claims data, showcasing her ability to handle large, complex datasets and extract actionable insights.

📖 Publictaion Top Notes

Title: Low-quality fake audio detection through frequency feature masking
  • Authors: IY Kwak, S Choi, J Yang, Y Lee, S Han, S Oh
    Citation: Proceedings of the 1st International Workshop on Deepfake Detection for …
    Cited by: 13
    Year: 2022
Title: Deep learning based heart murmur detection using frequency-time domain features of heartbeat sounds
  • Authors: J Lee, T Kang, N Kim, S Han, H Won, W Gong, IY Kwak
    Citation: 2022 Computing in Cardiology (CinC) 498, 1-4
    Cited by: 12
    Year: 2022
Title: Voice spoofing detection through residual network, max feature map, and depthwise separable convolution
  • Authors: IY Kwak, S Kwag, J Lee, Y Jeon, J Hwang, HJ Choi, JH Yang, SY Han, …
    Citation: IEEE Access 11, 49140-49152
    Cited by: 11
    Year: 2023
Title: Mastering data visualization with Python: practical tips for researchers
  • Authors: S Han, IY Kwak
    Citation: Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery 26 (4), 167
    Cited by: 9
    Year: 2023
Title: Experimental Study: Enhancing Voice Spoofing Detection Models with wav2vec 2.0
  • Authors: T Kang, S Han, S Choi, J Seo, S Chung, S Lee, S Oh, IY Kwak
    Citation: arXiv preprint arXiv:2402.17127
    Cited by: 6
    Year: 2024

Gabriel Uwaifo | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Gabriel Uwaifo | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award🏆

 Professor. Gabriel Uwaifo, Southern Illinois School of Medicine, United States 🎓

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🌟 Early Academic Pursuits

Gabriel I. Uwaifo, MD, began his academic journey at the College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria, where he earned his MBBS in 1990. He completed his rotating internship at the University College Hospital in Ibadan, Nigeria, in 1991. Uwaifo’s early medical training included community service in the National Health Service Corps of Nigeria and subsequent residency training in Internal Medicine at the University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria. His pursuit of excellence continued with further specialization in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology at the University of Connecticut Health Center in Farmington, CT, where he completed his internal medicine internship and residency before becoming a Chief Medical Resident.

🏥 Professional Endeavors

Dr. Uwaifo’s professional career spans a diverse range of roles across various institutions. He is currently a Professor of Medicine and Attending Endocrinologist at Southern Illinois University (SIU) School of Medicine. Before this, he served as a Clinical and Research Attending Endocrinologist at Ochsner Health System, with dual appointments at their Slidell Northshore and New Orleans campuses. His previous roles include Clinical and Research Attending Endocrinologist at LSUHSC Medical Center, University of Mississippi Medical Center, and MedStar Research Institute. Additionally, he has been an Associate Professor at institutions such as LSUHSC, Georgetown University, and the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Uwaifo’s research expertise encompasses Endocrinology, Diabetes, Human Metabolism, Internal Medicine, and Primary Care. His work has notably focused on diabetes, hypertension, obesity, dysmetabolic syndrome, and clinical nutrition. He has been involved in significant clinical and research endeavors, including his role as a Senior Clinical Research Scientist at the Ochsner Diabetes and Weight Management Clinical Research Unit and Special Research Volunteer at the National Institutes of Child Health and Development (NICHD).

🏅 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Uwaifo holds board certifications in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Human Metabolism. He is also an American Society of Hypertension Certified Clinical Specialist in Hypertension Care and is certified by the American Board of Obesity Medicine. His contributions to the field are reflected in his numerous teaching activities, including direct teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, and clinical fellows, as well as his involvement in CME lectures and symposia.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Uwaifo’s influence extends through his roles as a mentor and educator, impacting the training of future endocrinologists and medical professionals. His involvement in curriculum development, clinical teaching, and research mentoring has significantly shaped the field of endocrinology and diabetes care. His leadership in managing complex endocrine disorders and his contributions to clinical research have advanced the understanding and treatment of these conditions.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Uwaifo’s legacy is marked by his dedication to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care in Endocrinology and Diabetes. His ongoing contributions to clinical research and education continue to impact the field positively. His future endeavors are likely to build upon his extensive experience, furthering innovation in endocrinology and continuing to shape the next generation of medical professionals.

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