# Evan J. Haas

> MD candidate (Class of 2027) at the University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine pursuing plastic and reconstructive surgery. Research in breast reconstruction, microsurgery and hand surgery; background in clinical trials and healthcare venture investing; lifelong ceramicist.

Website: https://evanjhaas.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanjhaas2026vc/
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7953-7983

## Education
- University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine, MD Candidate 2027 (2023 to present). USMLE Step 1: Pass. Step 2 CK: 262. Clinical clerkships: 6/6 Honors.
- University of Southern California, B.S. Human Biology, Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa (2017 to 2021).

## Experience

### Research
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Colorado (9/23 – Present). David Mathes, MD, FACS · Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD, FACS: Leading multiple first-author publications in autologous and implant-based breast reconstruction, with an emphasis on perioperative risk factors, complication prevention and surgical outcomes. Mark Greyson, MD: Active contributor to randomized controlled trial administration and manuscript writing in hand surgery; leading studies and reviews in extremity salvage, thumb CMC denervation, autologous fat transplantation and thumb hemiarthroplasty. Received the U-COSMOS Clinical Quality Grant under Dr. Greyson. Jason Yu, DMD, MD: Leading multiple first-author publications in microsurgery, including esophageal reconstruction, head and neck lymphedema, and traumatic craniofacial injury.
- Clinical Trial Research Coordinator, Columbia University Medical Center · New York, NY (6/21 – 3/22). Coordinated study enrollment, protocol and follow-up care for patients in clinical trials. Reviewed research protocols and helped principal investigators draft budgets and review potential studies.
- Undergraduate Lab Assistant, Gracey Lab, University of Southern California · Los Angeles, CA (9/19 – 5/21). Analyzed C. elegans locomotion to assess dopaminergic effects on biomechanics. Trained a Python-based recurrent neural network to model C. elegans movement patterns, with translational relevance to tongue micro-undulations in neurodegenerative disease.

### Ventures & industry
- Healthcare Innovation & Entrepreneurship Venture Fellow, CU Innovations · Aurora, CO (9/25 – Present). Lead faculty invention diligence to determine suitability for investment, incubation or grant funding. Provide embedded project management supporting commercialization, resource allocation and funding strategy for faculty-founders of surgical devices and digital platforms.
- Founder and Managing Partner, Node Capital (7/25 – Present). Founded an early-stage venture fund that gives physicians and trainees access to private healthcare investments. Recruited a founding partner, raised $310,000 from outside investors, and lead deal sourcing and diligence across three portfolio investments to date.
- Associate Consultant, Summit Health Advisors · New York, NY (12/22 – 7/23). Provided business strategy consulting for a portfolio of pre-Series B startups and investment funds. Published research-backed articles on healthcare networks and digital platform monetization.
- Venture Capital Associate, ROBO Global · New York, NY (3/22 – 12/22). Led due diligence across 10+ investments in health-tech, AI and robotics. Maintained the internal database of private investments and 600+ public securities with $4B+ AUM.
- Independent Soccer Instructor, New York, NY (7/21 – 6/23). Coached youth athletes in technical skills, teamwork and game fundamentals through structured weekly training.

### Leadership
- President, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Interest Group (PRSIG), CU Anschutz (1/24 – Present). Organize community events engaging 61 medical students across four classes, while shifting PRSIG’s focus to mentor–mentee relationships and expanded research opportunities.
- Executive Committee Member, Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons (4/25 – Present). Facilitate student and resident participation in a major regional conference by coordinating registration, abstract submissions and networking with faculty.
- At-Large Representative, Medical Student Council, CU Anschutz (3/24 – Present). Elected body serving organizational, programmatic and social roles for the students and administration of the Class of 2027.
- Vice President of Academics, Tau Kappa Epsilon, University of Southern California (1/19 – 12/20). Oversaw members’ academic performance, assigned new members to academic advisors, and enforced academic standards.

### Mentorship & service
- Founder, CU Care Cuts · Aurora, CO (9/25 – Present). Founded a volunteer haircare and hygiene initiative in partnership with a local barbershop, serving underserved communities and patients with long inpatient stays. Current finalist for the CU Annual Scholarly Service Award.
- Chief Operating Officer, CU Sarcoma Strong · Aurora, CO (6/25 – Present). Direct operations for a student-led chapter of Sarcoma Strong serving sarcoma patients at the University of Colorado. Organize the annual 5K run and walk, including logistics, volunteer recruitment and fundraising for research. Hosted the 2026 event on August 8.
- Founder and Mentor, PRSIG Mentor–Mentee Program, CU Anschutz (2/24 – Present). Provide structured guidance and research opportunities for first- and second-year medical students interested in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
- Ski Instructor, National Sports Center for the Disabled · Winter Park, CO (11/23 – 6/24). Helped Children’s Hospital Colorado patients with physical disabilities thrive on the slopes through personalized instruction.
- Volunteer and Coach, Jason Garrett Starfish Charities · Princeton University, NJ (7/12 – Present). Football Camp (2004 – present) and Leadership Forum (2018 – present). A volunteer since childhood, now in leadership roles: support camp operations, coach underserved youth and mentor participants.

## Publications

### Peer-reviewed manuscripts
- Haas EJ, Dawson S, Hamzeh B, Kokosis G, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Secanho M. Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practice Patterns in the United States and Brazil: A Cross-Sectional Survey of Surgeon Preferences and Technique. Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum. Accepted.
- Korenblit M, Haas EJ, Esch EM, Orfahli L, Mares O, Greyson M. A Mechanism-Based Classification and Review of Endoscopic and Ultrasound-Guided Carpal Tunnel Release. J Clin Med. 2026;15(16):6130. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm15166130
- Haas EJ, Tin GT, Lee AD, et al. Predictors and consequences of perioperative blood transfusions in DIEP flap breast reconstruction. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. Published online July 30, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjps.2026.07.045
- Le ELH, Haas EJ, Fisher MH, et al. Foundations for the Successful Establishment of a Multidisciplinary Orthoplastic Surgery Team. Handchir Mikrochir Plast Chir. Published online July 2, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2867-5035
- Hamzeh BF, Haas EJ, Egan KG, et al. Cannabis Use and Outcomes in Breast Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2026;14(3):e7573. https://doi.org/10.1097/GOX.0000000000007573
- Haas EJ, Thurimella K, Baghshomali Y, et al. Supercharged Pedicled Jejunal Interposition for Esophageal Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Adult and Pediatric Patients. J Reconstr Microsurg. Published online January 14, 2026. https://doi.org/10.1055/a-2772-4697
- Aryanpour Z, Cronin JE, Shah A, Yang J, Haas EJ, et al. Perioperative Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Postoperative Outcomes in Abdominally Based Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2026;157(4):605-611. https://doi.org/10.1097/PRS.0000000000012491
- Haas EJ, Hamzeh BF, Aryanpour Z, Yu JW, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C. Improving the Patient Experience in Breast Reconstruction: ERAS and Beyond. J Clin Med. 2025;14(15):5595. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14155595
- McCranie AS, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, et al. Telehealth and plastic surgery: evaluation of the accessibility of virtual consultations through online resources. Mhealth. 2025;11:33. https://doi.org/10.21037/mhealth-24-77
- Gomez DA, Blades CM, Haas EJ, et al. Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match? Ann Plast Surg. 2025;95(2):201-205. https://doi.org/10.1097/SAP.0000000000004377
- Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Kalia N, et al. Complications associated with abdominal incisional wound vacuum assisted closure following deep inferior epigastric perforator flap harvest for breast reconstruction: A single institution retrospective study. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg. 2025;103:345-350. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjps.2024.11.054
- Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, et al. Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Aesthet Surg J Open Forum. 2025;7:ojaf003. https://doi.org/10.1093/asjof/ojaf003

### Published abstracts
- Haas EJ, Kiel L, Foster C, Mathes DW, Khechoyan D, Yu JW. Comparative Outcomes of Temporomandibular Joint Interposition Arthroplasty in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. 71st Annual Meeting of the Plastic Surgery Research Council (PSRC 2026), Los Angeles, CA. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.20101675
- Cronin JE, Shah A, Aryanpour Z, Yang JH, Haas EJ, Cohen JB, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes DW, Egan KG. Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2025;13(Suppl 1):67–68. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.GOX.0001112340.10484.bd
- Gomez DA, Blades CM, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Mathes DW, Nguyen PD, Egan KG. Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match? Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2025;13(Suppl 2):37–38. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.GOX.0001114144.23182.78

### Manuscripts under review
- Yang J, Haas EJ, Mardourian M, Mathes DW, Greyson MA. Dangle Achievement Predicts Ambulatory Recovery After Lower Extremity Free Flap Reconstruction: A Single-Center Experience. Under review.
- Aryanpour Z, Haas EJ, Le ELH, Winocour J, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C. Utility of Abdominal-Based Autologous Free Tissue Transfer for Breast Augmentation and Reconstruction in Transgender Women. Under review.
- Tin G, Lee A, Haas EJ, Egan K, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J. Institutional Experience in Perineal Reconstruction: Thigh Based Versus Abdominal Based Reconstruction. Under review.
- Dourron M, Wallace AN, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Kalia N, Egan KG, Winocour J, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C. A Single-Institution Comparative Analysis of Outcomes. Under review.
- Kiel LR, Le DM, Haas EJ, Le T, Clegg T, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C, Yu JW, Egan KG. New-Onset Neurodegenerative Disease Following Head and Neck Cancer Surgery: Implications for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. Under review.

## Presentations (35)

### Oral presentations
- [International] Haas EJ, Dawson S, Hamzeh B, Kokosis G, Winocour J, Secanho M, Kaoutzanis C. International Variation in Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practices: A Comparative Survey of Plastic Surgeons. 3rd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Elounda, Crete, Greece. September 5–7, 2026.
- [International] Le D, Haas EJ, Kumar A, Mardourian M, Mathes DW, Poh M, Daar D, Winocour J, Kokosis G, Egan KG, Kaoutzanis C. Artificial intelligence for triage: performance of an enhanced large language model in DIEP flap management. 3rd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Elounda, Crete, Greece. September 5–7, 2026.
- [International] Haas EJ, Lee A, Tin G, Egan K, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J. Comparison Between Abdominal and Thigh Based Perineal Reconstruction. 2nd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Athens Riviera, Greece. August 31–September 2, 2024.
- [National] Le ELH, Haas EJ, Mathes DW, Iorio ML, Greyson MA. Foundations for Successful Establishment of a Multidisciplinary Orthoplastic Surgery Team. Plastic Surgery The Meeting. Houston, TX. October 15–18, 2026.
- [National] Haas EJ, Kiel L, Foster C, Mathes D, Khechoyan D, Yu J. Comparative Outcomes of Temporomandibular Joint Interposition Arthroplasty in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. Plastic Surgery Research Council 71st Annual Meeting, Short Podium Presentation. Los Angeles, CA. June 4–7, 2026.
- [National] Haas EJ, Lee A, McCranie A, Johnson A, Egan K, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J. Lymph Node Laterality and Levels of Dissection as Predictors of Lymphedema in Head and Neck Cancer Patients Undergoing Flap Reconstruction. American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery Annual Meeting. Chula Vista, CA. January 16–20, 2026.
- [National] Aryanpour Z, Haas E, Le E, Winocour J, Mathes DW, Kaoutzanis C. A Case Series in Gender-Affirming Free Flap Breast Reconstruction. Plastic Surgery The Meeting. New Orleans, LA. October 2025.
- [National] Cronin J, Shah A, Aryanpour Z, Yang J, Haas EJ, Cohen J, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Egan K. Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction. Plastic Surgery Research Council Annual Meeting. St. Louis, MO. May 1–5, 2025.
- [National] Gomez D, Blades C, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Mathes D, Nguyen P, Egan K. Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match? American Association of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Austin, TX. May 24–27, 2025.
- [National] Gomez D, Blades C, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Mathes D, Nguyen P, Egan K. Incentive to Publish in Plastic Surgery: Does It Continue After the Match? American Council of Educators in Plastic Surgery Winter Meeting. Las Vegas, NV. February 20–23, 2025.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Bullion V. On Feedback to Enhance Performance. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Journal Club. Virtual. April 14, 2026.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Tin G, Lee A, Kalia N, Orfahli L, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Cohen J. Analysis of Complications Associated With Abdominal Incisional Wound Vacuum Assisted Closure Following DIEP Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Single Institution Retrospective Study. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Allenby T. Outcomes of the Use of Fresh Frozen Costal Cartilage in Rhinoplasty. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Journal Club. Virtual. October 8, 2024.
- [University] Haas EJ, Lee A, Tin G, Kalia N, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Yu J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Risk Factors and Complications Associated With Perioperative Blood Transfusions in DIEP Free Flap Breast Reconstruction. University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 40th Annual Research Forum. December 10, 2024.
- [University] Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, Kokosis G, Malgor R, Winocour J, Yu J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus 40th Annual Research Forum. December 10, 2024.

### Poster presentations
- [International] Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, Kokosis G, Malgor R, Winocour J, Yu J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. 2nd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Athens Riviera, Greece. August 31–September 2, 2024.
- [International] Lee A, Haas EJ, Schafer S, David E, Meguid R, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, McCarter M, Yu J. Salvage of Persistent Esophagocutaneous Fistula Resulting From Colonic Interposition Through a Jejunal Free Flap and Advanced Pectoral Flap. 2nd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Athens Riviera, Greece. August 31–September 2, 2024.
- [National] Nolte C, Haas EJ, Moseley R, Lee A, Keeter C, Catalano L, Greyson M, Belton M. Selective Denervation With Autologous Fat Transplantation for the Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis. American Association for Hand Surgery Annual Meeting. Chula Vista, CA. January 13–17, 2026.
- [National] Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Kalia N, Tin G, Lee A, Orfahli L, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Cohen J. Analysis of Complications Associated With Abdominal Incisional Wound Vacuum Assisted Closure Following DIEP Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Single Institution Retrospective Study. Plastic Surgery Research Council 70th Annual Meeting. St. Louis, MO. May 1–5, 2025.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Kiel L, Foster C, Mathes D, Khechoyan D, Yu J. Comparative Outcomes of Temporomandibular Joint Arthroplasty Requiring Interpositional Graft in Pediatric and Adult Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Vail, CO. March 5–8, 2026.
- [Regional] Le ELH, Haas EJ, Mathes DW, Iorio ML, Greyson MA. Foundations for Successful Establishment of a Multidisciplinary Orthoplastic Surgery Team. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Vail, CO. March 5–8, 2026.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Dawson S, Hamzeh B, Kokosis G, Winocour J, Kaoutzanis C, Secanho M. Comparison of Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practices Between Brazilian and American Plastic Surgeons. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting, e-Poster. Vail, CO. March 5–8, 2026.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Christodoulou N, Secanho M, Kokosis G, Malgor R, Winocour J, Yu J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Capsular Contracture After Breast Augmentation: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Tin G, Lee A, Kalia N, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Yu J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Risk Factors and Complications Associated With Perioperative Blood Transfusion in DIEP Free Flap Breast Reconstruction. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Haas EJ, Baghshomali Y, Michelutti C, Egan K, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J. Pediatric Versus Adult Outcomes in Supercharged Jejunal Esophageal Reconstruction: A Systematic Review and Meta Analysis. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Lee A, Haas EJ, Schaefer S, David E, Meguid R, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, McCarter M, Yu J. Salvage of Persistent Esophagocutaneous Fistula Resulting From Colonic Interposition Through a Jejunal Free Flap and Advanced Pectoral Flap. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Dourron M, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Timing of Reconstruction Impacts Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] McCranie A, Haas EJ, Aryanpour Z, Egan K, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C. Telehealth and Plastic Surgery: Accessibility of Virtual Consultations Through Online Resources. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Johnson A, Lee A, McCranie A, Haas EJ, Egan K, Lopez J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Yu J. Free Flap Reconstruction Has No Effect on Lymphedema in Head and Neck Cancer Patients. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Tin G, Lee A, Haas EJ, Egan K, Kaoutzanis C, Mathes D, Yu J. Institutional Experience in Perineal Reconstruction: Thigh Based Versus Abdominal Based Reconstruction. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [Regional] Cronin J, Shah A, Aryanpour Z, Haas EJ, Yang J, Winocour J, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Egan K. Perioperative Vitamin D Insufficiency Impacts Postoperative Outcomes in Autologous Microvascular Breast Reconstruction. Mountain West Society of Plastic Surgeons Annual Meeting. Olympic Valley, CA. March 6–9, 2025.
- [University] Haas EJ, Yang J, Mardourian M, Mathes DW, Greyson MA. Thin Flap Elevation in Lower Extremity Reconstruction. 4th Annual University of Colorado Department of Surgery Research Retreat. Aurora, CO. October 5, 2026.
- [University] Haas EJ, Garoosi K, Kalia N, Tin G, Lee A, Orfahli L, Mathes D, Kaoutzanis C, Cohen J. Analysis of Complications Associated With Abdominal Incisional Wound Vacuum Assisted Closure Following DIEP Flap Harvest for Breast Reconstruction: A Single Institution Retrospective Study. 40th Annual Research Forum, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Aurora, CO. December 10, 2024.
- [University] Haas EJ, Nolte C, Hamzeh B, Nolte V, Keeter C, Belton M, Greyson M. Ultrasound Guided Carpal Tunnel Release: A Meta Analysis of Clinical Outcomes, Complications, and Procedural Protocols. 7th Annual D’Ambrosia Orthopedic Symposium, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Aurora, CO. October 22, 2024.
- [University] Nolte C, Haas EJ, Lee A, Catalano L III, Greyson M, Belton M. Selective Denervation with Autologous Fat Transplantation for the Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal Joint Osteoarthritis. 7th Annual D’Ambrosia Orthopedic Symposium, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Aurora, CO. October 22, 2024.

## Awards and honors
- 2026: Cannon Student Scholarship, American Association of Plastic Surgeons (AAPS). One of about 20 medical students selected worldwide to attend the 2026 AAPS Annual Meeting, Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort, Lihue, HI.
- 2026: Medical Student Travel Grant, 3rd Mediterranean Conference of Plastic Surgery Innovations. Awarded to support travel for the oral presentation “International Variation in Aesthetic Breast Surgery Practices: A Comparative Survey of Plastic Surgeons.” Elounda, Crete, Greece. September 2026.
- 2025: James Brown “The Hardest Working Man in Show Business” Award. Awarded to the student demonstrating unwavering commitment to patient care, resilience and professional goals. Kaiser Permanente / CU Anschutz Longitudinally Integrated Curriculum.
- 2025: Best of the West Abstract Competition. First-author abstract on wound VAC complications following DIEP flap harvest for breast reconstruction. Olympic Valley, CA. March 2025.
- 2024: U-COSMOS Clinical Quality Grant. Denervation and autologous fat transplantation for thumb carpometacarpal joint osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial.
- 2024: DREAM Program, Department of Medicine Research and Equity in Academic Medicine. Competitive scholarship awarded to 10 rising second-year medical students for equity-focused research. Project: optimizing nipple-areolar complex position in chest masculinization surgery.
- 2024: Best Clinical Surgery Poster Presentation. Risk factors and complications associated with perioperative blood transfusion in DIEP free flap breast reconstruction. University of Colorado 40th Annual Research Forum. December 2024.
- 2024: Medical Student Research Program. Selected for a 6-week program pairing students with surgeon-scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to conduct independent research and prepare a first-author abstract.
- 2021: Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. Selected for high standards of scholarship, exemplary character, motivation and potential for professional growth in the arts and sciences.
- 2021: Provost’s Undergraduate Research Fellowship. Funding for original scholarly investigation under faculty mentorship throughout the academic year, for students with ongoing independent research and a GPA above 3.5.
- 2021: Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship. Funding for original scholarly investigation under faculty mentorship over the summer term, for students with ongoing independent research and a GPA above 3.5.
- 2019: Dreamforce Scholarship. Recognizes a single undergraduate student who demonstrates community and academic excellence.

## Interests
Ceramic wheel throwing, soccer, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, camping, stand-up comedy writing.

Last updated: October 2026.