Priyanka Surio
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EDUCATION
Master of Public Health
George Washington University, Milken Institute School of Public Health, Washington, DC
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Political Science
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
International Studies Abroad Program in Indian Culture and Society
University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, India
Engalitcheff Institute on Comparative Political and Economic Systems
Georgetown University, Georgetown, DC
PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Brown, S. C., Huang, S., Perrino, T., Surio, P., Borges-Garcia, R., Flavin, K., Brown, C. H., Pantin, H., & Szapocznik, J. 2011. The relationship of the perceived neighborhood social climate to walking in Hispanic older adults: A longitudinal, crosslagged panel analysis. Journal of Aging & Health.
Swingle Plant Anatomy Collection: Microscopic Imaging. Whitlock, Barbara. Student Contributor: Surio, Priyanka. Spring 2009. University of Miami Biology Department & Department of Libraries. Research published on http://swingle.miami.edu
Aksharavani School: Improving Access to Quality Education for Migrant Children in Hyderabad, India. March 2015. Social Enterprise Pitch Presentation, Global Health and Innovation Conference, Yale University.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Health and Medicine Counsel of Washington, Washington, DC
Healthcare Legislative Assistant, February 2013 - Present
Intern, June-August 2009
United Nations Association-National Capital Area, Washington, DC
Global Health Intern, December 2014 - Present
Florida Hospital, Scribe America, Orlando, FL
Medical Scribe, October 2012 - January 2013
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Jacobs Institute of Women’s Health at George Washington University, Washington, DC
Graduate Research Assistant, September 2014 – December 2014
Miller School of Medicine/Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Miami, FL
Public Health Research Assistant, August 2010 - January 2011
Miller School of Medicine/Jackson Memorial Department of Internal Medicine, Miami, FL
Research Investigator on Obesity, November 2009 - June 2010
Biology Department, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Biology Lab Research Assistant, February 2009 - May 2009
NON-PROFIT EXPERIENCE
United Aid for Africa-Foundation (UAA), Gaithersburg, MD
Program Manager/Grantwriter, February 2014 – Present
Aksharavani School, Hyderabad, India
English Teacher, June-July 2011
LEADERSHIP & HONORS
Public Policy Fellowship, The Fund for American Studies ♦ Outstanding Volunteer Award, United Aid for Africa ♦ American Public Health Association Member ♦ Network for Public Health Law, Student Mentorship Program ♦ U.S. Department of State, Benjamin Gilman Scholar ♦ Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Inc., Founding Charter Member ♦ Sigma Delta Pi Spanish Honor Society ♦ Rho Lambda, Greek Honor Society ♦ Who’s Who among Students in American Colleges & Universities ♦ Dean’s Award for Service
SPECIALIZED SKILLS
Proficient in Medical Software: Electronic Medical Records, X-Ray, CERNER FirstNet, and T-system ♦ Certificates in Social Epidemiology and Mobile Health & Communications ♦ Computer/IT: Knowledge of Graphic Design, Web Design, working knowledge of Python ♦ Research: Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative, Grant Proposal Writing ♦ Knowledge of Microscopic and Imaging Software: Olympus BX60, Olympus DB71, Olympus DPController ♦ Languages: Fluent in Spanish and Hungarian, Basic Hindi
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EDUCATION
Master of Public Health
George Washington University, Milken Institute School of Public Health, Washington, DC
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Political Science
University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
International Studies Abroad Program in Indian Culture and Society
University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, India
Engalitcheff Institute on Comparative Political and Economic Systems
Georgetown University, Georgetown, DC
PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS
Brown, S. C., Huang, S., Perrino, T., Surio, P., Borges-Garcia, R., Flavin, K., Brown, C. H., Pantin, H., & Szapocznik, J. 2011. The relationship of the perceived neighborhood social climate to walking in Hispanic older adults: A longitudinal, crosslagged panel analysis. Journal of Aging & Health.
Swingle Plant Anatomy Collection: Microscopic Imaging. Whitlock, Barbara. Student Contributor: Surio, Priyanka. Spring 2009. University of Miami Biology Department & Department of Libraries. Research published on http://swingle.miami.edu
Aksharavani School: Improving Access to Quality Education for Migrant Children in Hyderabad, India. March 2015. Social Enterprise Pitch Presentation, Global Health and Innovation Conference, Yale University.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Health and Medicine Counsel of Washington, Washington, DC
Healthcare Legislative Assistant, February 2013 - Present
- Draft legislation and conduct legislative research and analysis with a particular emphasis on the U.S. appropriations process, health care implementation, and public health, research, and health professions workforce programs
- Advocate for the implementation of policy that improves access to healthcare, increases diversity in the workforce, eliminates healthcare disparities, supports research, and prioritizes open access and treatment for different patient stakeholders
- Engage internal and external stakeholders in advancing health policy goals, and communicate these interests to Congress, the Executive branch, and other federal agencies
Intern, June-August 2009
- Advanced the healthcare interests of various patient/professional organizations by attending conferences and congressional events
- Drafted memos, legislative reports, and excel spreadsheets for overview by the president of the firm
United Nations Association-National Capital Area, Washington, DC
Global Health Intern, December 2014 - Present
- Coordinated with federal agency and international organizations to create an informative forum on the current state of Ebola, its economic impact, prevention measures, and current research endeavors for representatives from West Africa
- Craft grant proposals for an Ebola health training project on behalf of Liberian, Guinean, and Sierra Leonean Ministry of Health officials looking to expand the skillset of their healthcare workforce
- Collaborate with leadership from GW’s school of public health, medical staff on the ground in Africa, and donor organizations, as a follow up from the forum to strategize next steps for resource and capacity building in the most affected countries
- Effectively work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Ebola Response Policy Unit and GW faculty to organize materials for a health training for healthcare professionals from West Africa
Florida Hospital, Scribe America, Orlando, FL
Medical Scribe, October 2012 - January 2013
- Performed rapid, accurate, and complete medical-legal documentation and data entry for Emergency Physicians
- Established efficient workflow processes focused on physician-patient care and communication with healthcare team
- Increased efficiency of healthcare delivery by prepping patient’s charts and recording vitals, medical history, and physical exam
- Ran lab tests and physicians’ orders, recording the results and expediting disposition of the patient
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Jacobs Institute of Women’s Health at George Washington University, Washington, DC
Graduate Research Assistant, September 2014 – December 2014
- Synthesized research conducted on various women’s health issues published in the peer-reviewed journal Women’s Health Issues
- Developed and wrote content on healthcare and research trends to be incorporated on the Jacobs Institute website
Miller School of Medicine/Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, Miami, FL
Public Health Research Assistant, August 2010 - January 2011
- Conducted literature reviews of papers or relevant reports using search engines such as Medline and Psych-Info and assisted with grant proposals and submissions for various epidemiological studies
- Researched the built environment’s effect on physical activity and mental health for the Hispanic population and helped write findings that were published in a national journal
Miller School of Medicine/Jackson Memorial Department of Internal Medicine, Miami, FL
Research Investigator on Obesity, November 2009 - June 2010
- Initiated a clinical research study about obesity via analyzing case studies/resources available at the hospital
- Surveyed and analyzed doctors’ assessment and intervention of patients that are identified as obese
- Developed tools to incentivize, systemize, and display alternatives for weight management/ healthy living/physical activity
- Presented findings at an annual research forum for review by professional researchers, doctors, and community stakeholders
Biology Department, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Biology Lab Research Assistant, February 2009 - May 2009
- Photographed microscopic samples using Olympus software and microscopes
- Analyzed the respective anatomy of different century old organisms and plant slides
- Incorporated data and pictures on a website created by the research team to be organized into a database depicting the entire Swingle Plant Collection
NON-PROFIT EXPERIENCE
United Aid for Africa-Foundation (UAA), Gaithersburg, MD
Program Manager/Grantwriter, February 2014 – Present
- Research partnerships with donor organizations and corporations, and submit grant proposals for an international non-profit organization working to address poverty, social, and economic justice for the women and children of Cote d’Ivoire, Africa
- Work with the Founder, Board of Directors, marketing department, and the team in Africa to implement strategic plans for UAA
- Direct a team of individuals on successful planning, fundraising, and implementation of the Annual Charity Gala
Aksharavani School, Hyderabad, India
English Teacher, June-July 2011
- Volunteered in the second cohort of English teachers at the Aksharavani school, a primary education center committed to the needs and comprehensive educational fulfillment of the children of migrant laborers
- Taught English to a group of 30 children ages 18 months - 12 years old, through interactive learning modules and activities
- Communicated with 4 other volunteer teachers to create lesson plans for each week
- Fundraised and invested in school supplies for the children to use throughout the year
LEADERSHIP & HONORS
Public Policy Fellowship, The Fund for American Studies ♦ Outstanding Volunteer Award, United Aid for Africa ♦ American Public Health Association Member ♦ Network for Public Health Law, Student Mentorship Program ♦ U.S. Department of State, Benjamin Gilman Scholar ♦ Delta Phi Omega Sorority, Inc., Founding Charter Member ♦ Sigma Delta Pi Spanish Honor Society ♦ Rho Lambda, Greek Honor Society ♦ Who’s Who among Students in American Colleges & Universities ♦ Dean’s Award for Service
SPECIALIZED SKILLS
Proficient in Medical Software: Electronic Medical Records, X-Ray, CERNER FirstNet, and T-system ♦ Certificates in Social Epidemiology and Mobile Health & Communications ♦ Computer/IT: Knowledge of Graphic Design, Web Design, working knowledge of Python ♦ Research: Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative, Grant Proposal Writing ♦ Knowledge of Microscopic and Imaging Software: Olympus BX60, Olympus DB71, Olympus DPController ♦ Languages: Fluent in Spanish and Hungarian, Basic Hindi