Moderated Poster Discussions - T3 Research/Science

Tuesday, April 15, 2025
2:10 pm - 3:20 pm

T3 Research/Science: Translation to practice, including comparative effectiveness research, post-marketing studies, clinical outcomes research, as well as health services, and dissemination & implementation research.

THE PROGNOSTIC VALUE OF CORONARY ARTERY CALCIFICATION IN HEART FAILURE WITH PRESERVED EJECTION FRACTION (Cardiology / Cardiovascular Disease)
Alex J. Kloster, MD, University of Toledo
Coronary artery calcification (CAC) is a well-established risk factor for myocardial infarction (MI) and heart failure (HF) events, but its relationship with outcomes in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) is not well established.

LEAD EXTRACTION EXPERIENCE WITH AN INVESTIGATIONAL INTERCOSTAL EV-ICD LEAD (Cardiology / Cardiovascular Disease)
Joseph K. Poskin, Midwestern University - CCOM
An investigational intercostal extravascular ICD (EV-ICD) lead (AtaCor Medical; San Clemente, CA) is under development for use with commercially available ICDs. Completed clinical investigations of 1st and 2nd generation EV-ICD leads included planned lead removals for all subjects.

EFFECT OF FDA DESIGNATIONS ON RARE DISEASE THERAPIES: PATTERNS, IMPACT, AND THE EMERGING ROLE OF MEDIUM-SIZED COMPANIES (General Medicine)
Eva Sasaki, Department of Economics, Wellesley College
Rare diseases (RDs), affecting fewer than 200,000 individuals in the U.S., collectively impact an estimated 263 to 446 million people worldwide. Therapeutic development in this space has historically been limited due to small patient populations and high development costs. In 1983, the Orphan Drug Act (ODA) incentivized innovation through tax credits and 7-year market exclusivity for drugs with Orphan Designation (OD), leading to substantial growth in RD drug development. Complementary to the ODA, the FDA's expedited approval programs, Fast Track (FT), Breakthrough Therapy (BT), Accelerated Approval (AA), and Priority Review, aim to accelerate the development of treatments for serious conditions with unmet medical needs.

ASSOCIATION OF PHYSICAL THERAPIST CHARACTERISTICS WITH PT NON-TREATMENT IN HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS WITH ACUTE MEDICAL ILLNESS (General Medicine)
Mahnoor Baig, BS, University of Chicago
Physical therapy (PT) is important for treatment and prevention of hospital-associated disability and functional decline, but PT consistency is difficult in hospital settings. Missing PT sessions, known as “PT non-treatment”, may compromise patients’ functional recovery and decrease therapist efficiency. Little is known about therapist-related factors influencing PT non-treatment.

A NATIONWIDE SURVEY ON THE PERCEPTION OF US MEDICAL STUDENTS ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MEDICINE (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Lord Boachie, University of Toledo
With the increasing impact artificial intelligence (AI) has in the field of medicine, physician leaders have called for the integration of AI education in medical training, beginning at the undergraduate medical education level.

THE HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE IMPACTS OF MCAT PREPARATION ON PRE-MEDICAL STUDENTS (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Dorsa Mohammadigerani, BA, California State University - Los Angeles
The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) is a critical aspect for aspiring medical students in the United States, demanding months of intensive preparation. While much attention has been given to the academic aspects of MCAT preparation, its toll on students' health and lifestyle has not been fully explored.

GEOSPATIAL ANALYSIS OF PREVENTATIVE RESOURCE DISTRIBUTION AND COLORECTAL CANCER OUTCOMES IN MISSISSIPPI (MS): EMPHASIS ON DISPARITIES BETWEEN RURAL AND URBAN POPULATIONS (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Yousaf Zafar, MD, University of Mississippi Medical Center
Introduction: Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a leading cause of death in MS, with the highest mortality rate in the US. Early screening reduces mortality. Faruque et al. (2015) highlighted disparities in CRC across MS, influencing the MS Colorectal Roundtable's (MSCCRT) 2015 plan for a 70% screening rate. Current analysis is crucial for effective resource allocation.

HOUSEHOLD FOOD SECURITY AND PERCEPTIONS OF AFFORDABILITY AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN WITH GESTATIONAL DIABETES OR HYPERTENSION IN FLINT, MICHIGAN (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Lanah Almatroud, Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and Gestational Hypertension (GHTN) affect 5-10% of U.S. pregnancies and are linked to poor maternal and infant outcomes. Maternal diet, key to managing these conditions, is often worsened by food insecurity, especially in low-income areas like Flint, MI, where access to affordable, nutritious food is limited. In 2022, the successful Pediatric Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program (FVPP) was expanded to pregnant women to address food accessibility. Participants received up to 14 prescriptions worth $15 each, redeemable for fresh produce at local farmers’ or mobile markets. Program exposure has been associated with improved dietary patterns and greater household food security, suggesting its potential as a model for broader nutrition interventions.

IMPLEMENTING THE FLORECIENDO SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH INTERVENTION FOR LATINA TEENS AND THEIR FEMALE CAREGIVERSV (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Jessica R.. Carney, MA, University of Illinois Chicago Department of Psychiatry
Latina teens in the United States face disproportionate adverse sexual and reproductive health outcomes, such as higher rates of unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections, compared to their White counterparts. There is a great need for effective, evidence-based sexual and reproductive health interventions to address these disparities and a particular benefit of incorporating caregivers, who play a key role in reducing adolescents’ sexual health risk. Floreciendo is a group-based sexual and reproductive health program for Latina teens (ages 14-18) and their female caregivers (e.g., mothers, aunts) that is currently being delivered through a pilot optimization trial in the Chicagoland area.

OBSERVER-RATED FIDELITY OF IMPLEMENTING A SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH WORKSHOP FOR LATINA TEENS AND THEIR FEMALE CAREGIVERS IN COMMUNITY SETTINGS (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Wendy Chu, MA, University of Illinois Chicago
Sexual and reproductive health programs are a promising approach for reducing risky sexual behaviors, particularly in Latina teens in the U.S. who face a range of sexual health disparities. Programs that include caregiver involvement have been shown to promote positive outcomes for teens. Further, programs that can be implemented in community settings by community staff can promote reach and sustainability. Adapted from an evidence-based workshop for Black adolescent girls and their mothers, Floreciendo is a newly developed sexual and reproductive health workshop for Latina teens and their female caregivers (e.g., mothers, aunts) designed to reduce teens’ risky sexual behavior, incidence of sexually transmitted infections, and unplanned pregnancy. The workshop is currently being delivered at Latine-serving community organizations by community organization staff in a pilot optimization trial. Investigating the fidelity of the Floreciendo workshop implementation—i.e., whether the workshop is delivered as planned—will inform ongoing training and support of facilitators and our assessment of the workshop’s preliminary effectiveness.

PRONTO-EYE: DESIGNING A RIDESHARE TRANSPORTATION INTERVENTION TO IMPROVE VISIT ADHERENCE IN PATIENTS WITH DIABETIC RETINOPATHY (Health Disparities / Diversity / Equity / Inclusion / Social Determinants / Ethics)
Angelica Scanzera, OD, MPH, University of Illinois Chicago
Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the leading cause of preventable vision loss in the U.S. and disproportionately affects minorities and people with limited socioeconomic resources. Prompt diagnosis and treatment can prevent visual impairment by up to 90%, making adherence to visits critical. Increased neighborhood-level social vulnerability is associated with an increased risk of missed ophthalmology visits, with transportation being a consistent barrier in this population.

EVALUATING SARCOID-LIKE REACTIONS IN MELANOMA PATIENTS TREATED WITH PEMBROLIZUMAB: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW (Hematology and Oncology / Bone Marrow Transplant)
Abimbola O. Kolawole, BS, Central Michigan University College of Medicine
Pembrolizumab, a PD-1 checkpoint inhibitor, has transformed the treatment of advanced melanoma and other malignancies. However, the emergence of immune-related adverse events (irAEs), particularly sarcoid-like reactions (SLRs), pose diagnostic challenges by mimicking disease progression and lack comprehensive reporting in melanoma patients treated with pembrolizumab.

EFFECT OF SKIN COLOR ON ACCURACY AND CERTAINTY OF CELLULITIS DIAGNOSIS IN THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT (Infectious Disease / Immunization)
Helena Ikenberry, BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
Skin and soft tissue infections, the most common of which is cellulitis, account for approximately 4% of all emergency department (ED) encounters. Cellulitis is misdiagnosed in up to 30% of cases, resulting in unnecessary antibiotic prescribing. While previous studies have observed higher rates of diagnostic error for dermatologic conditions in individuals with darker skin, there are no studies investigating this in cellulitis.

SLE AND IBD: A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF HOSPITALIZATION OUTCOMES (Rheumatology)
Rupesh Ramtel, University of Toledo
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are both autoimmune conditions characterized by dysregulated immune responses with possible shared immunological pathways that may predispose individuals to develop features of both diseases. The impact of IBD on SLE are not fully understood, hence we aimed to evaluate whether IBD influences inpatient outcomes, resource utilization, and select complications in patients admitted for SLE using the Nationwide Inpatient Sample (NIS).