Medical Student
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, US
Pemla Jagtiani, BS is a second year medical student at SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY. She graduated from Stony Brook University in 2022 (BS, Biology with Neuroscience specialization; Minor: Mathematics). During her undergraduate years, her focus primarily revolved around basic science investigations, particularly in elucidating the complexities of the Zona Incerta and exploring various neuronal subtypes within this critical brain region. Upon transitioning to medical school, Pemla's research interests evolved to encompass a more clinical-oriented approach, leveraging her foundational knowledge in neuroscience to address pressing issues in patient care. With aspirations of pursuing a Neurosurgical residency, Pemla's latest pursuits center around the development and application of prognostic models in guiding treatment decisions for complex neurological conditions, particularly in the realms of neuro-oncology and spinal pathologies.