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Rheumatology Fellow[1]
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I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease.
I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona.
Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data · I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. · My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health.
Reviewed sources document Education record: I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology, Education record: Medical School: University of New Mexico, and Education record: University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD).
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Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data[1]
I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care.[1]
My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health.[1]
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Biographical context: I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Biographical context: I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona.
I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona.
Degree: M.D.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Degree: M.D., Ph.D.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Degree: Ph.D.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Degree: PhD
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Education record: I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Education record: Medical School: University of New Mexico
Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona
Education record: University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD)
University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD)
Identity: Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Professional role: Rheumatology Fellow
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Research interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data
Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data
Research interests: I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.
Research interests: My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health.
Avanika Mahajan, M.D., Ph.D. Medical School: University of New Mexico Residency: Mayo Clinic Arizona Hometown: Delhi, India University: North Carolina State University (PhD) University of New Mexico (MD) Residency: Internal Medicine Residency, Mayo Clinic Arizona Favorite Food: Any type of chocolate, Indian street food Favorite Hobbies: Traveling, music, dancing, exploring new restaurants, anything outdoors Fun Facts: I enjoy Bollywood dancing and trained in vocal music, with a lifelong love for stage performances. Where do you live: Phoenix, Arizona Research Interests: Erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, autonomic dysfunction, skeletal fragility, and translational clinical research using large cohorts and EMR-based data Biography I am a Rheumatology Fellow at Mayo Clinic Arizona with prior training in Internal Medicine at Mayo Clinic Arizona. I also hold a PhD in Cell Biology with a research background in bone biology and musculoskeletal disease. My current academic interests include erosive hand osteoarthritis, systemic sclerosis, and the intersection of inflammation, autonomic dysfunction, and skeletal health. I am particularly interested in cohort studies and clinical-translational research to inform patient care. Outside of medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and creative pursuits. What do you like the most about the fellowship? Exceptional institutional resources for career advancement. Outstanding intellectual stimulation. Wide variety of patient cases to learn from. Tremendous administrative support for patient care. What do you like the most about Scottsdale/Phoenix? The sunshine, beautiful desert landscapes, and the work life balance it offers. It’s a wonderful place to live, work, and recharge.