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March 2025 - Present: Researcher
Skills: Computer Vision, Robotic Surgery, World Models, Spatio-Temporal Reasoning
Developed multi-task learning model to assess surgical skill and predict patient outcomes for robotic-assisted Pancreaticoduodenectomy [MIS] grounded in explicit tool-tissue mechanics
Performed spatio-temporal analysis on monocular laparoscopic video [da Vinci Xi] to obtain markerless needle pose estimation, derive camera extrinsics, and identify suture events using depth extraction and segmentation
Co-authored grants/papers to establish a scalable paradigm for AI-driven assessment and real-time feedback to improve training, standardize performance, and reduce complications and costs
Summer 2023: Engineering Intern
Skills: GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Design for Manufacturing, Electrical Stability
Performed Root Cause Analysis for coaxial cable product line employing Lean Six Sigma Methodology including DOE, Gauge R&R, Ishikawa and 5-Why diagrams, ANOVA models
Led testing for new vendor including elongation and tensile, electrical performance, raw material specifications and application
Initiated development of physical and electrical flexion performance tester for shielded cables
Performed research and optimization of current Microwave Server Machine, relating mechanical and electrical properties throughout the manufacturing process
Automated the collection, processing, and analysis of Insertion Loss data using Excel and VBA
Fall 2022: R&D Engineer Co-Op
Skills: Product Development, 3D Printing, Solidworks, Design Requirements, Test Protocols, Medical Devices, R&D
Developed, validated, and performed test methods for Class I and II Endoscopic medical devices
Aided in the design, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of prototypes for new product development
Authored and edited technical reports, design requirements, and protocols utilizing PTC Windchill
Worked cross-functionally with marketing, sales, quality, and PMO to push for product alignment and support design freeze
Submitted invention disclosure to Patent Review Board
2021 - 2022: Multivariable Calculus (MA1024) Teacher Assistant
Skills: Education, Leadership, Communication, Presentation
Held weekly discussions for a section of 30 students
Led weekly office hours
Worked with staff to grade students’ coursework