Theses/Dissertations from 2023
From In-Person to Technology-Based Interpreting: Evolution and the Need for Flexible, Community-Based Standards, Muhiyadin (Mo) Aden
A systematic review of the long and short-term effects of sports related concussions in youth and adolescent athletes, Yasin Ahmed
The Efficacy of Platelet-Rich Plasma in Alopecia Treatment, Michaela Althaus
Sisyphean Frustrations: The Impetus for Improving Harm Reduction Strategies in Minneapolis, MN, Jordan Baker
Utilization of Pulmonary Ultrasound: An Effective Tool in Guiding or Replacing Existing Diagnostic Methods in Clinical Practice, Sidney M. Bauer
Growing Pains: A Needs-Based Assessment of Aging in Place in the Twin Cities, Emma Burt
Improving Minnesota’s Access to Opioid Use Disorder Treatment and Naloxone, Annasha Doane-Ramkhalawon
In Adults, does Level of Stress Affect Sleep Quality and Duration?, Zach Ekstein
The Benefits and Limitations of a Clinician Lead Sexual Education Program in Wisconsin Public Schools, Margaret Freiermuth
The Barriers Hispanic Students Face In The United States, and The Underrepresentation of Hispanic Providers, Eddie Gaytan
Systematic review of the effect of exercise on the reduction of myocardial remodeling following a myocardial infarction compared to a sedentary approach, Vladislav Gladis
A Systematic Review of Sodium Intake and its Impact on Cardiovascular Health: Insights from Costa Rican Studies, Benjamin M. Hillebrand
The impact of skin-to-skin contact with infants on postpartum depression: A comparative case study, Hassan Mohamed
Safety First: Assessing First Aid Educational Needs of Outdoor Education Participants, Melissa Niemiec
Dancers and Eating Disorders: Is Screening Beneficial for this Population?, Brittany Noble
Utilization and Outcomes of Experiential Learning Pedagogy in the Setting of Medical Education: A Systematic Review, Jennifer R. Nyflot
Home-Based Primary Care in Patients with Dementia: Impact on Cost, Medication Use, and Patient Satisfaction, Megan O'Leary
The Effectiveness of Laser Acupuncture in Pain Management: a Systematic Review, June Park
Medical Academic Burnout: A US Problem or a Worldwide Problem?, Ryan Rivard
Barriers to HPV Screening and Prevention in Latin America: A systematic Review, Lauren Rutten
Emergency Department Thoracotomy as an Intervention for Penetrating Trauma to the Thoracic Cavity: A Systematic Review, Samuel Scherf
Herbal Medicine Use in Costa Rica: A Case Study Examining Herbal Medicine’s Utilization and Cultural Significance, Jules Schlicting-Bader
Better Nature: How nature improves our health and how we can use nature to do better, Alyssa K. Snyder
Outcomes of Unbalanced versus Balanced Crystalloids in Sepsis: A Systematic Review, Gus R. Whittington
Theses/Dissertations from 2022
Immunotherapy versus Chemotherapy: Which Treatment Offers Better Survival to Adults with Advanced Melanoma?, Nadeline Abro
What are the Contributing Factors of the Disparities in Maternal Mortality?, Maryan Aideed
Achieving Remission in Graves’ Disease: A Comparison of Treatment Options, Lauren Althman
Social Determinants of Health in the Diagnosis, Prevention, and Treatment of Psychosis, Vanessa Amanor
3D and Bio-printing as an Efficient and Safe Alternative to Traditional Methods and Materials in Cardiovascular Diseases, Angela Asare-Ose
Can CRISPR gene editing provide a definitive treatment for sickle cell disease?, Amanda Bartosh
Comparing Efficacy of Denosumab to Bisphosphonates in Fragility Fractures, Ronald Toledo Cardoso
A Review of Non-Pharmacologic Treatments for Adults Experiencing Suicidality, Britta Chiles
What Are Barriers and Contributing Factors Limiting Healthcare Access in Southern Africa?, Ron Chitekwe
Effectiveness of Oral versus Topical Antibiotics in the Treatment of Pediatric Otitis Media, Yusra Darkazanli
Does Probiotic Supplementation Improve Depression/Anxiety Outcome Measures?, Kathryn M. DeCleene
Intermittent fasting and reduction of cardiovascular disease risk, Ethan DeKam
Stroke Prevention in Patients with Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation: The Watchman Device versus Warfarin, Emma Delaney
Thermal Ablation as an Alternative to Standard Breast Conserving Surgery in the Treatment of Invasive Ductal Carcinoma of the Elderly, Dani Ducharme
Socioeconomic Determinants of Antibiotic Resistance, Kausar Jama
Impact of Provider Cultural Competency on Latino/Hispanic Patients During End-of-Life and Hospice Care, Nicholle Nacionales
Effective Models in Community and Student Run Clinics, Jonathan Nyman
Lowering Depression Symptoms in Adults: Exploring Nonpharmacologic/Non-talk Therapy Based Approaches, Alyssa A. Raiolo
What Alternative Models are Effective in Improving Health Outcomes in Children With Obesity in the United States?, Kelsey Reineke
Can Exercise be an Alternative Treatment Option for Depression, Walker Rogers
Investigating the Relationship Between Mental Health and co- Morbidity Management During the Covid-19 Pandemic: a Literature Review, Alejandra Soto
A Role for COX Inhibition in the Prevention of Progression of Barrett’s Esophagus To Esophageal Adenocarcinoma, John Speakman
A Review of Monoclonal Antibody Regimens in Small Cell Lung Cancer Compared to Chemotherapy Standard of Care, Rachael St. Clair
In individuals aged 9-26, will increasing provider and parent education about the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine increase the rate of HPV Vaccination, Jessica Thonack
Lower Extremity Risk Assessment in Athletes Following a Traumatic Brain Injury, Carlos D. Villalpando
Dual Antiplatelet Therapy With Ticagrelor vs Clopidogrel in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome, Binh Vu
Impact of using ACEs survey in the prevention of long-term health outcomes in adolescents in North America, Ebtisam Wais
Theses/Dissertations from 2021
Outcomes of Elective Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Management: Open Surgical versus Endovascular Repair, Chelsea Armbruster
What Are the Most Effective Risk Factor Management Strategies for The Prevention and Control of Hypertension?, Sherlyne Barasa
The Adequacy of PA Didactic Psychiatric Education, Dean Berzins
Pain Reduction in Chronic Lumbar Patients Using Spinal Cord Stimulation, David Botros
Continuous Glucose Monitoring: Optimizing Type 1 Diabetes Management in Older Adults, Alyssa Clements
Mental Healthcare in Costa Rica: A Critical Perspective, Claire Elise Decelles
Occupational Factors and Risk for Preterm Birth, Kelsey Forbes
A Missed Opportunity: The Underutilization of Preexposure Prophylaxis, Jacob Ginther
What is the Effect of Physical Activity on the Reduction of Macrovascular Complications in Patients Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?, Rachael M. Gordon
Environmental Influences on Pediatric Asthma: The Role of Social Determinants of Health in Costa Rica, Katherine Huber
Factors that Impact Outcome in Patients Post-Esophagectomy, Leona Jakupi
How Do Modifiable Risk Factors Impact the Progression of Alzheimer’s Disease?, Shamso Jama
A Literature Review: What mental health challenges are experienced by first-generation Latino immigrant and refugee families entering the U.S.?, Hunnaan M. Khan
An Overview of Individualized Management of Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Dementia, Megan B. Knoll
Will implementing human trafficking education and screening tools increase the number of identified trafficked victims and survivors in the healthcare setting?, Yadira Landeros De Santiago
What Treatment and Prevention Options are the Most Effective for Elbow, Knee, and Plantar Tendinopathies?, Cody Lawson
In Patients With Cardiac Arrest, Does Early Defibrillation Reduce Mortality?, Nicholas Lueddecke
What is the Most Effective Management for Patients with Concomitant Gallstones and Bile Duct Stones?, Stephanie McCarney
Among Patients with A Dual Diagnosis of Schizophrenia and Substance Use Disorder What Current Treatments Provide Optimal Outcomes?, Drew McNamara
Rise in Mesoamerican endemic Nephropathy (MeN) in Migrant Population in Exchange for Work; Is it Worth the Trade-Off?, Katie Schmitz
Platelet-Rich Plasma vs. Traditional Surgical and Nonsurgical Interventions for Rotator Cuff Tendinopathies, Nick Slingerland
Umbilical Cord Clamping: How Timing Affects Infant Health Outcomes, Lauren Snell
Theses/Dissertations from 2020
New Treatment Options for Concussions Using Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Crystal Amundson
Vitamin C as an Adjunct Therapy in Sepsis Management, Nicholas Becker
Does administration of antipsychotic medications reduce the incidence and duration of delirium in critically ill adult patients?, Ellen Brateng
The Role of Temperature Management in Neurologic Outcomes of Adult Cardiac Arrests:, Trenton Christensen
Nicotine Exposure During Pregnancy and Risk of Behavioral Disorders in Offspring, Bailey Eklund
Misuse of Prescription Stimulants and Their Effect on Cognition, Zachary Friederichs
Does Platelet Rich Plasma show improved outcomes in the treatment of chronic tendinopathies compared to other non-operative treatment options?, Brittany Goodmanson
Ethically Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy in Pediatric Populations, Tommie L. James III
Colloids Compared to Crystalloids in Emergent Stabilization of Critically Ill Adults, Jerry Johnson
Does the Gut Microbiome Play A Role in the Development of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?, Ramandeep Kaur
In Adults with Difficult Intubations, What Is a Gold Standard Method for Success?, Nathaniel Kitzmann