Evan Schroder

About Evan Schroder

As a pre-med student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, I am pursuing a double major in biochemistry and microbiology, with a passion for molecular and cellular biology. I have been involved in undergraduate research in Dr. Edward Harris\' lab for over three years, investigating the stabilin-2 receptor and its associated ligands. Through my projects, I have gained skills in protein purification, GFP labeling, and cell culture, and have earned the UCARE grant and the Summer Undergraduate Research Program. I have also co-authored two publications in bioRxiv and International Journal of Molecular Sciences, contributing to the fields of HIV-1 therapeutic associated pathology and cardiac arrhythmia.In addition to my academic and research endeavors, I have gained valuable clinical experience as an operating room assistant at OrthoNebraska since May 2022. I facilitate the movement and monitoring of patients before and during surgery, and assist in the positioning and sterile scrub of the marked limb for the respective case. I also act as a second scrub in total knee, hip, and shoulder replacements, demonstrating sterile technique and proficiency in the setup of various surgical tools and devices. Furthermore, I have recently taken on the role of a teaching assistant for Biochemistry II: Metabolism and Biological Information at UNL, where I hold office hours, lead a recitation, and facilitate open communication with students and faculty. My goal is to apply to medical school and pursue a career as a physician-scientist, combining my interests in research and patient care. I believe that my education, research, and clinical skills have prepared me well for this path, and I am eager to learn more and contribute to the advancement of medicine.

Experience

1. Operating Room Assistant

   OrthoNebraska

   May 2022 — Present · Omaha, NE, US

   In my role as an operating room assistant, I facilitated the movement of patients upon entry into the operating room. I assisted in the measuring and monitoring of blood pressure, cardiac vitals, and pulse oximetry. After anesthetization, I assisted in the positioning and sterile scrub of the marked limb for the respective case. I also act as a second scrub in total knee, hip, and shoulder replacements, demonstrating sterile technique during the procedure. Proficient in the set up of many common surgical tools and devices such as camera, arthroscopic fluid pumps, cautery, and ablation.

Education

• Mount Michael Benedictine School

  High School Diploma

  2016 — 2020

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Biochemistry and Microbiology

  2020 — 2024

• University of Kansas Medical Center

  Doctor of Medicine - MD, Medicine

  2025 — 2029