Avani Shah Modi

Cognitive and Behavioral Neurology Physician Assistant in Outpatient Clinic and Clinical Research @University of Colorado Anschutz

Aurora, CO, US

Telehealth and in-clinic history and physical exams, care coordination with interdisciplinary team, and documentation for patients with neurodegenerative diseases and caregivers - Evaluate lab and imaging testing; diagnose, prescribe and manage medications; provide behavioral symptoms treatment; and counsel on prognosis, behavior management, and lifestyle factors for improving brain health and quality of life-Evidence-based counseling regarding anti-amyloid therapies and research trials for AD and ADRD, resulting in streamlined referrals- Spearhead Healthy Brain Aging Clinic: quality improvement initiative to expand to younger individuals with family history or genetic risk of dementia- Team leader of a Skin Biopsy Clinic for diagnostic precision services, advancing a Lewy Body Center of Excellence- Identify protocol gaps resulting in action plan in patient safety, processes, and enhanced CSF sample integrity- Foster health literacy and patient empowerment with developing education materials for AD and ADRD and extending to community outreach: Memory Loss Support Groups and research recruitment events - Teach and mentor 2 APP Fellows, 1 MD Fellow, and 3 pre-PA students; and serve on APP Fellowship Hiring Committee to foster longitudinal relationships and educate future leaders- As Sub-I on 4 studies, directly lead study team: assess adverse lab values and events with medical decision-making, informed consent, concerns of participant safety; conduct neurological exams and interviews, perform lumbar punctures and punch skin biopsies, and monitor participant compliance- Determine participant eligibility with imaging and diagnostics, inclusion/exclusion criteria, concomitant medications, and consensus with PI for nuanced cases- Active in recruitment initiatives within professional healthcare networks, community presentations, and clinic efforts- Collaborate with PI\'s and study managers to analyze protocols for participant safety and study efficiency.

Northeastern University

Bachelor’s Degree

Northeastern University

Master's degree

Burlington High School

High School