Students Complete Research on Bifid Xiphoid Process
August 16, 2022In addition to their full load of medical curriculum, three PCOM South Georgia students recently conducted research that was published in the Journal of the Federation
of American Sciences for Experimental Biology.
The research of Shahrzad Zamani (DO ‘25), Tamryn Van Der Horn (DO ‘25) and Sara Meawad
(DO ‘25) focused on the prevalence of the bifid xiphoid process.
“We noticed a variation while studying the osteology of the chest cavity in the anatomy
lab, and our curiosity piqued,” Zamani said. “After looking at the literature, we
saw the need for a study with a larger population.”
The study aimed to measure the level of variety between the shape and size of the
xiphoid process among anatomical donors at PCOM South Georgia. To conduct the research, the group reviewed literature and
collected, organized and analyzed the data. Then, they designed visuals and presented
their findings at national conferences and PCOM South Georgia’s Inaugural Research
Day.
Like many members PCOM South Georgia’s campus community, the students have been involved
in research since their undergraduate education. Zamani has worked with epidemiological
studies in population health. Van Der Horn has assisted with data collection for Covid-19
vaccination rates in underserved communities and Meawad has participated in cardiovascular
disease research as an NIH All of Us Research Scholar.
“Research is fundamental in building a medical student portfolio,” Shahrzad, president
of the research and journal club, said. “We’re a small but mighty team, and we’re
looking for additional students to join us for the continuation of the project.”
Research can increase preparedness and competitiveness for residency. The correlation
between Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) students and research publications is significant for competitive residencies.
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Shahrzad Zamani (DO ‘25) |
Tamryn Van Der Horn (DO ‘25) |
Sara Meawad (DO ‘25) |
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About PCOM South Georgia
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) extended its commitment to the
Southeast by establishing PCOM South Georgia, an additional teaching location in Moultrie, Georgia. PCOM South Georgia offers both
a full, four-year medical program leading to the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
degree and a Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences degree. PCOM is a private, not-for-profit
institution which trains professionals in the health and behavioral sciences fields.
Joining PCOM Georgia in Suwanee in helping to meet the healthcare needs of the state,
PCOM South Georgia focuses on educating physicians for the South Georgia region. The
medical campus, which welcomed its inaugural class of medical students in August 2019,
has received accreditation from the American Osteopathic Association's Commission
on Osteopathic College Accreditation. For more information, visit pcom.edu/southgeorgia or call 229-668-3110.
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