Patricia Ortiz-Tello
Academic Appointments
- MD Student, expected graduation Spring 2014
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Ph.D. Student in Genetics, admitted Autumn 2010
- MSTP Student
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Professional Overview
Stanford Advisors
| Lars Osterberg: | E4C Mentor |
Lab Affiliations
- Carlos Bustamante (10/1/2010 )
Service, Volunteer, and Community Work
- Project Suyana , University of Michigan (6/19/2010)
- Volunteer Pre-clinical student , Cardinal Free Clinics, Women's Health Clinic (3/1/2009)
Scientific Focus
Current Research Interests
My research has two components. The first component is to elucidate population structure among the Native Americans in South America. Based on their genomic data, my goal is to understand migration patterns, infer bottlenecks, admixture events, and relationships between the different indigenous populations of South America.
The second part of my research deals with the genetic basis of preeclampsia, specifically in admixed populations which have undergone positive adaption. This work is done in collaboration with the Hospital Manuel Nuñez Butron in Puno, Peru, where the prevalence of preeclampsia is much higher than the world-wide estimate of 3-8%. In conjunction with our genotypic studies, I will be looking at gene expression studies of placental sections of women with and without preeclampsia. My goal as an MSTP student is to elucidate the genetic mechanism for this condition and continue its study from a clinical perspective as I go on to do my residency in obstetrics and gynecology.
Student Life and Personal Pursuits
Membership Organizations
- OB/Gyn Interest Group, Financial Officer
- Arbor Free Clinic
- MSFC: Medical Students For Choice
Personal Interests
Dancing, yoga, and video games.
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