Ananya Pinnamaneni

Alice M. Baldwin Scholar at Duke University

San Ramon, California, United States

About

Hi! My name is Ananya Pinnamaneni, and I'm a sophomore at Duke University studying Biology and Global Health on a premed track. Contact me at [email protected].

Experience

  • Intern at Office of National Drug Control Policy
    Jul 2026 - Present · 1 mo

  • Research Intern at Urinary Dysfunction Lab at Duke University School of Medicine
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

    - Working on a project to investigate the role of sex hormones in the development of diabetic bladder dysfunction - Using techniques such as western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) to investigate the mechanisms by which diabetes dysregulates estrogen-dependent signaling pathways and contributes to the pathology associated with the overactive bladder presentation

  • Emergency Medical Technician at South Orange Rescue Squad
    Oct 2025 - Present · 10 mos

    - Operate in the Orange County 911 system as a BLS provider - Provide standby EMS coverage at sporting and community events

  • Research Intern at Duke University, Bass Connections
    Sep 2024 - Present · 1 yr 11 mos

    - Writing manuscript for study examining relationships between pain, activities of daily living, and perceptions of overall health in older adults with breast cancer based on findings from Senior Adult Oncology Program (SAOP) screening tool that was administered to 429 patients

  • Medical Assistant at Park Primary & Urgent Care
    Aug 2024 - Dec 2024 · 5 mos

    - Obtained patient vitals, administered vaccines, and conducted basic tests for COVID-19, flu, and strep throat - Collected information about patient condition and symptoms to convey to physician prior to visit - Verified patient medical records and insurance claims, analyzed patient bloodwork for abnormalities, and scheduled follow-up visits at specialty centers