At MCG Savannah we believe that research plays a vital role in shaping the future of medicine and advancing patient care. As a medical student, you have the unique opportunity to engage in research projects that explore new frontiers in medical science, contribute to evidence-based practice, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities.
Research Mentorship
Our dedicated team of research mentors and faculty advisors is here to support you throughout your research journey. Whether you're a novice researcher exploring your interests or an experienced investigator seeking guidance on a complex project, our mentors provide personalized support, feedback, and mentorship to help you develop your research skills and achieve your academic and professional goals.
Research Electives
Our research elective program offers students the flexibility to pursue research opportunities in a variety of medical specialties, subspecialties, and interdisciplinary fields. Whether you're interested in basic science research, clinical research, translational research, or health services research, our elective options allow you to tailor your research experience to match your interests and career aspirations..
Clinical Research Opportunities
Our medical students have the opportunity to participate in clinical research projects that bridge the gap between bench and bedside, translating scientific discoveries into clinical practice. Whether you're involved in clinical trials, observational studies, or quality improvement projects, our clinical research opportunities offer hands-on experience in patient-oriented research and evidence-based medicine.
Community-Based Research
We believe in the importance of community engagement in research and offer opportunities for students to collaborate with community partners on research projects that address the health needs of underserved populations. From community-based participatory research to health disparities research, our community-based research initiatives provide students with opportunities to make a positive impact on public health.
Research Funding & Resources
We understand that conducting research requires resources, and we offer a variety of funding opportunities and research resources to support students in their research endeavors. Whether you're in need of research funding, laboratory facilities, statistical support, or access to research databases, our research office is here to help you navigate the research process and access the resources you need to succeed.
Michael Kim |
Measure Your Blood Pressure at Home: A Community-Based Program |
Victoria Sahar |
Examining Appropriate Use of Point of Care Ultrasound by Pre-clerkship Students in a Simulated Clinical Setting |
Tommy Bui |
Vision Screenings in the Community |
Elexis Price |
Probing Public Interest in Prostate Cancer |
Hisham Kashif |
PDs of the South Atlantic: A Match Made in Heaven? |
Shresttha Dubey |
Clerkship Directors’ Observations on Step 1 Grading & Timing |
Maiah Wiley |
A Nationwide Analysis of Trends in Congenital Genitourinary Procedures |
Kelsey Fuchs |
Trends in Congenital Genitourinary Diagnoses: A Four-Year Nationwide Analysis |
Alexa Ghulam |
Understanding Ultrasonography: Using Search to Optimize Patient Self-Education |
Seena Mansouri |
Remote Magnetic Navigation vs. Manual Navigation Ablation for Various Arrhythmias |
Om Sakhalkar |
Correlating Epispadias and Hypospadias Search Interest with Seasonality & Geography |
Fatma Aldihri |
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Circulatory System Diagnoses |
Mia Von Gal |
Cancer & COVID-19: The Pandemic’s Effect on Nationwide Nervous System Oncological Diagnoses |
Brandon Hodges |
COVID-19 Pandemic & Its Impact on Neurogenic Bladder Diagnosis |
Stephanie Frassrand |
Neurologic Disease in a Pandemic: Impact of COVID-19 on Diagnosis of Neurologic Conditions |
Megan Jones |
Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A Five-Year Nationwide Analysis of Its Diagnoses |
Brennan Bogdanovich |
Five-Year Nationwide Analysis of UTI Diagnoses & COVID-19 Impact |
Hayden Suggs |
Disparities in Health-Related Quality of Life Outcomes for Blind Cancer Survivors |
Malek Moumne |
Classification of Meditative State Based on Heart Rate Variability Using Machine Learning |
Gabrielle Siddiqui |
Community based vision screenings in Savannah, GA |
Sara Kate Doerr |
Association Between Pediatric Behavioral Health & Vision from the NIH |
Cody Greene |
Reconstructing Scalp Defects After Excising Giant Squamous Cell Carcinoma. |
Ashley "Lexy" Ellingwood |
Modulation of Aryl Hydrocarbon Receptor Signaling in Mesenchymal Stem Cells |
Brooke Amero |
Community-Based Participatory Research Identifying Unmet Health Care Needs of Underserved Individuals in the Savannah Area |
Victoria Sahar |
Ventriculoperitoneal Shunt Complication: Rare Presentation of Peritoneal Catheter Erosion through the Abdominal Wall. |
Hayden Suggs |
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Malignant Hyperthermia |
Hayden Suggs |
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Post-Procedural Shock |
Olivia Piscano |
Testing for the Validity of the ACE Pictorial Test - Pilot Study |
Megan Jones |
Assessing Impact of Overturning Roe v Wade on Birth Control Decisions |
Yazmin Reategui |
Was the COVID-19 Pandemic associated with worsened disease severity in Liver Cancer Patients? |
Aditya Bhave |
Heart Failure Readmission in Peripartum Cardiomyopathy in a dedicated Cardio-Obstetrics Program |
Maiah Wiley |
Mortality Rate in Workup of Suspected Chest Metastasis in HNSCC Patients |
Anna Robicsek |
Coffee Consumption After Abdominal Surgery: A Potential Strategy to Decrease Postoperative Ileus |
Garima Paul |
Analysis of post-surgical outcomes in Medicaid patients versus the general population following primary knee arthroplasty |
Arfa Ul-Haque |
Guarding Against Human Papillomavirus with Gardasil 9 |
Blake Hamil |
Communities pedestrian friendliness & physical activity in communities across Savannah |
Mohini Gharpure |
Improving Follow-Up Care: Connecting Free Clinics with Health Systems |
Hannah Wilkey |
Addressing the Physician Shortage: A Description of the Latin American School of Medicine |
Anusha Gadipudi |
Assessing Online Accessibility of Healthcare Sites in Southeast Georgia |
Sara Kate Doerr |
Association Between Pediatric Behavioral Health and Vision |
Fatma Aldihri |
Assessment of Diabetes Knowledge and Glycemic Control Among Patients with Diabetes |
Aashka Sheth |
Examining Racial Disparities in Association between Food Environment and EOCRC Mortality |
Om V. Sakhalkar |
Correlating Vesicoureteral Reflux Search Interest with Seasonality and Geography |
Madison Beverly |
Common Indications of Ultrasound Guided IV Access |
Madison Beverly |
Enhancing Workplace Safety in Healthcare: Investigating the Impact of Self-Defense Training |
Lane Langston |
Community Based Vision Screenings in Savannah, GA |
Brian Buck |
Evaluating the Mental Health of the Pediatric LGBTQ+ Population in Brunswick, GA |
Kelsey Fuchs |
Strategic WIC enrollment campaign targeting Chatham county residents. |
Raag Patel |
The Geographic Mobility Patterns of General Surgery Residents |
Raag Patel |
Was the COVID-19 Pandemic associated with worsened disease severity in Pancreatic Cancer Patients? |
Om V. Sakhalkar |
Hemoptysis with Pulmonary Nodules and Incidental Aneurysmal Dilatation: A Case Report |
Isabela Pavkov |
Association of COVID-19 pandemic on rectal & anal cancer severity |
Jack Xhemali |
Understanding blindness & its impact on mental health |
Om V. Sakhalkar |
Subglottic Stenosis with Pregnancy: A Case Report |
Queen Abure |
COVID-19 Pandemic Impact on Disease Severity in Colon Cancer |
Pearl Shah |
ChatGPT, Bing, or Bard – Your Choice? |
Brennan Bogdanovich |
Altmetric Analysis of Artificial Intelligence Article in Plastic Surgery |
Warda Abdi |
Ethically conducting hair examinations among individuals with hijabs |
David Thomas |
Overlap of AUD and OUD & impact on Rural communities |
Aleisha Khan |
Optimizing a Race-Free Kidney Donor Risk Index |