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Research Engagement

CARE Initiatives conducts diverse research exploration with teams composed of future health professionals, physicians, and researchers worldwide. 

Ongoing & past projects are supported through

the guidance of faculty, physicians, and researchers worldwide with topics including:

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​​​​​Evaluating the impact of psychological therapies on anxiety, depression, and psoriasis severity: A systematic review of cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, and digital therapies in adults with psoriasis​

  • Supported and advised by Dr. Afsaneh Alavi (Mayo Clinic), Dr. Howard Maibach (University of California San Francisco, UCSF), Dr. Daniel Pankowski (University of Warsaw), Dr. David Gleeson (King's College London)

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An analysis of treatment avenues for cutaneous leishmaniasis: A systematic review exploring efficacy for visceral prevention​​​

  • Awarded Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) 2024 Emerging Investigator Research Grant 2024

  • Presented at:

    • American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene (ASTMH)

    • Annual Meeting 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana

    • Annual Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) 2025 meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota

    • Great Plains Honors Council Conference (GPHC) 2025 in Denton, Texas

  • Supported and advised by Dr. Jonathan S. Glass (Dartmouth College)

Skin Screening

Evaluation of existing skin condition diagnosis tools and their efficacy in BIPOC populations

  • ​Supported and advised by Dr. Leandra Alicia Barnes (Stanford University), Dr. Sharon E. Albers (University of South Florida, USF)​

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Efficacy of psychotherapies as an adjunct for treating atopic dermatitis in children: A systematic review & meta-analysis

  • Supported and advised by Dr. Gil Yosipovich (University of Miami), Dr. Luis Andrade (University of Miami)

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Longitudinal psychological impact of psoriasis: A comparative study between adults and children

  • Presented at:

    • American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Conference 2025 in Orlando, Florida

  • ​Supported and advised by Dr. Abu-Hilal (McMaster University)

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Depression rates and its psychosocial impact post second- and third-degree burn injuries: A systematic review of the literature​​​

  • Supported and advised by Dr. Steven Wolf (The University of Texas Medical Branch, UTMB), Dr. Sarah A. Stoycos (University of Southern California, USC), Dr. Shahriar Shahrokhi (McMaster University)​

Skin Biopsy

From bench to bedside: A comprehensive analysis of melanoma treatment options in clinical medicine

  • Presented at:

    • Society of Investigative Dermatology (SID) conference 2024 in Dallas, Texas

    • Distinguish Yourself Summit (DYS) 2024 in Chicago, Illinois

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A Systematic Review of Childhood UV Exposure as a Predictive Risk Factor of Adulthood Cutaneous Melanoma Amongst People of Colour

  • Presented at:

    • Society of Investigative Dermatology (SID) conference 2024 in Dallas, Texas

    • Distinguish Yourself Summit (DYS) 2024 in Chicago, Illinois

    • Annual Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA) 2024 meeting in Toronto, Ontario

    • Virtual Brigham and Women’s Hospital (BWH) Research Symposium 2024

Child Psycholgist

Studying Factors Related to the High Rate of Psychotic Disorder Misdiagnosis in Racial Minorities​: Who seeks mental health care? ​

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A study of the intersection of neighbourhood context, ethnicity, and mental health outcomes in adolescents in North America

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