Ronit Patnaik

I obtained my bachelor’s in biomedical engineering at Purdue University. Next, I attended Indiana University School of Medicine, where I served as class President throughout. I also volunteered at and served as chairman of the local outreach clinic during my final year. During my clinical rotations, I decided to pursue general surgery & developed an interest in education research. During my research time, I completed a Surgical Education Research Fellowship with the Association of Surgical Education. I’ve also developed a clinical interest in transplant surgery due to our robust exposure to the field and mentorship from our faculty. Finally, I’m particularly proud of the work done by our residency wellness committee. I’m married to Dr. Rohini Giles, a planetary physicist. During our spare time, we enjoy cheering on the Boilermakers, the England football team, the Indian cricket team, and any team with a good under-dog story.

Undergrad

Biomedical Engineering at Purdue University

Medical School

Indiana University School of Medicine

Professional Affiliations

–          Association for Surgical Education

–          American College of Surgeons

–          American Society of Transplant Surgeons

Awards & Accomplishments

• 3rd place clinical presentation at the J Bradley Aust society resident research competition – June 2023
• John D and Deborah Heritage Endowed Award for Excellence in Transplantation – June 2023
• J Bradley Aust Surgical Society 2023-2024 Travel fellowship – June 2023
• American College of Surgeons surgical jeopardy competition – National champion – San Diego, CA, 2022 – October 2022
• 2nd place clinical presentation at the J Bradley Aust society resident research competition – June 2022
• Janice M Pascuzzi scholarship – For excellence in compassionate care – August 2017
• Gold Humanism Honor society – for community service and patient advocacy – August 2017
• Henry Kahn and Mortimer C. Furscott Medical Scholarship – Academic achievement at IUSM – July 2017
• Geneva Wise Scholarship – Academic achievement at IUSM – July 2016
• Mortar Board Graduate Student Fellowship – For leadership and academic achievement – April 2014
• Class of 1937 Scholarship – Academic achievement – March 2013
• Neil Armstrong Scholarship – Academic achievement – March 2012
• Charles Sullivan Outstanding Sophomore in Biomedical Engineering Award – Academic achievement – March 2012
• Mortar Board Honor Society Challenge scholarship – Academic & extracurricular achievement – March 2012
• David and Stephen Grubbs Summer Research Fellowship – March 2012