Current Health Care Interns

Rebecca An '27

Rebecca is a junior from Los Gatos, California, majoring in biochemistry with interests in pursuing an MD to work in obstetrics and gynecology. She is particularly interested in discussing the unethical use of race in medical technology and the application of cultural competency with her peers. Additionally, Rebecca aims to learn how healthcare providers cope with moral injury. Outside of her studies, Rebecca researches in Dr. Korin Wheeler’s nanobiochemistry lab and spent the past summer researching nanopores in Switzerland. She also works as a chemistry peer educator, plays the cello in the university orchestra, dances in Daybreak, and is a member in the University Honors Program.

Gabrielle Arceo '26

My name is Gabby Arceo, and I am a Senior majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Biology and Public Health at Santa Clara University. I am from Redwood City, California, and my interests surround holistic and preventative healthcare. On campus, I am involved in Delta Epsilon Mu, the pre-health professional fraternity, as the Director of Internal Affairs. Outside of school, I volunteer at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center as a patient escort as well as the Crisis Text Line as a crisis counselor. Through these experiences, I learned how to effectively communicate to a variety of people to meet their needs with kindness and empathy. In connecting with so many people and hearing their perspectives when it comes to their health, I gained a deeper understanding of how personal, cultural, and systemic factors shape each person’s healthcare experience. Doing so has shaped my long-term goal of pursuing a career as a Cardiologist.

Michael Allen '26

Michael Allen is a senior from Pacifica, California, majoring in Biology with a minor in Public Health Science. On campus, he is a research assistant in Dr. Pascale Guiton’s lab, where he studies gene regulation mechanisms in Toxoplasma gondii. Michael also serves as a campus EMT, a Violence Prevention Educator at the Wellness Center, and a teaching assistant for the Introductory Biology series, Biochemistry, and Organic Chemistry labs. Outside of SCU, he volunteers for the Crisis Text Hotline and works for Mutual Aid Response Services. After graduation, Michael hopes to attend medical school and pursue a career in healthcare, with a focus on psychiatry. Through the Health Care Ethics Internship, he aims to deepen his understanding of the ethical complexities within medicine to help become a more compassionate and empathetic physician. He is particularly interested in topics surrounding minor autonomy and moral distress in healthcare workers. 

Megan Baldemor '26

Megan Baldemor is a senior from Honolulu, Hawaii, majoring in Biology with minors in Chemistry and Medical & Health Humanities. She is particularly interested in the care of elderly populations, with an emphasis on ethical decision making in end-of-life care and in the context of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Following graduation, Megan intends on pursuing an M.D./Ph.D in Stem Cell Biology & Regenerative Medicine. She aspires to be a physician-scientist, studying the mechanisms of neural plasticity and how these processes are altered in neurodegenerative conditions. Outside of the classroom, Megan conducts research in the Cocas Laboratory, volunteers at Hearts & Minds Activity Center through the Ignatian Fellowship, and performs in seasonal productions by the Theatre and Dance Department. Megan is also a 2025 Goldwater and Strauss Scholarship recipient.

Alexis Corso '27

Alexis Corso is a junior from West Linn, Oregon, majoring in Biology with a minor in Spanish. She aspires to become a physician dedicated to providing care to underserved communities, with a particular focus on bridging language barriers in healthcare. Her passion for equitable care is reflected in her volunteer work at Oregon Health & Science University in the pediatric sedation unit, where she supports young patients and their families through medical procedures over the summer. She is eager to enrich her understanding of language barriers in healthcare through the Health Care Ethics Internship and explore how ethical frameworks can support more compassionate, accessible medical practices. Outside of her academic and volunteer commitments, she finds joy in working with children and is driven by a deep sense of empathy and service.

Sylvana Domokos '26

Sylvana Domokos is a junior from Mountain View, California, and is majoring in Neuroscience. On campus, she has worked as a Chemistry TA, as director of outreach for the Pre-Health Club, and enjoyed her time in Dr. Sabatier’s lab studying C. elegans. Sylvana’s favorite class so far has been Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, and she is excited to explore its connections to healthcare ethics, as AI ethics is deeply rooted in the principles of bioethics. Outside of school, Sylvana works as an on-call events EMT for CrowdRx in San Francisco. In high school, Sylvana experienced a year-long recovery from a concussion that caused aphasia. After fully recovering, she became deeply interested in neuroscience and its potential to transform patients’ quality of life. Her academic interests include disability studies, the impact of socioeconomic status on healthcare quality, and the autonomy of patients with complex psychiatric conditions and various forms of dementia. After graduation, Sylvana is driven to build a career focusing on neurodegenerative diseases, and will continue at Santa Clara to pursue an M.S. in Bioengineering to actualize this goal.

Evan Hackstadt '27

Evan Hackstadt is a Junior from Eugene, Oregon, majoring in Computer Science with minors in Biology and Math. Passionate about healthcare and science, he hopes to make a positive impact in a career applying technology to improve human health. He is considering attending graduate school for bioinformatics, genomics, epidemiology, or AI, and is highly conscious of the ethical issues of these fields. Evan is excited to join the Healthcare Ethics Internship and explore issues surrounding emerging technologies while gaining clinical experience. His past roles on campus have included SCCAP Environmental Action Coordinator and Ciocca Center Innovation Fellow, and he is a current Peer Tutor in the Drahmann Center and on the board of multiple clubs. After performing computational modeling research serving Oregon communities last summer, he hopes to perform biomedical-related research in the future. Outside of academics, Evan enjoys fitness, reading, movies & TV, traveling with family, and vegan recipes.

Andrew Kai '27

Andrew Kai is a Junior from Honolulu, Hawai’i, majoring in Neuroscience and Biology. He aspires to attend medical school and believes a strong foundation in bioethics will enhance his ability to build patient trust and improve health outcomes. At SCU, Andrew is a DeNardo Science Scholar and conducts computational chemistry research in Dr. Grotjahn’s lab. He also volunteers as an EMT with SCU EMS and tutors math in the MLC. As a Healthcare Ethics Intern, Andrew looks forward to engaging in discussions with peers and guest speakers to learn how healthcare professionals navigate ethical dilemmas in real-world settings. He is particularly interested in the ethical considerations surrounding prehospital care and clinical research. In his free time, Andrew enjoys spending time outdoors and trying new food spots.

Tiffany Kinyua '27

My name is Tiffany Kinyua, and I’m from New Castle, Delaware. I’m a Junior majoring in Psychology with minors in Biology and Ethnic Studies. I’m passionate about research that explores the intersections of STEM education, ethics, and mental health equity and how these areas impact students and future healthcare professionals. As a DeNardo Science Research Scholar and research assistant in the RE-designing Science and Society Lab (RESSL), I study how non-STEM minors shape STEM identity, particularly for students from underrepresented backgrounds. Through this work, I’ve become increasingly interested in how ethical frameworks like justice, equity, and autonomy can inform the way we train and support the next generation of scientists, educators, and clinicians. I’m also a participant in SCU’s Possible Tech Career Accelerator and a 2024 Takeoff Institute Fellow, which have helped me expand my professional development and explore interdisciplinary approaches to tech, healthcare, and social impact. On campus, I stay involved through Igwebuike, the African Student Association, and the Neuroscience and Psychology Clubs.

Josh Omer '26

Josh Omer is a senior from Denver, Colorado majoring in neuroscience and biology with a minor in biotechnology. On campus, he serves as a research assistant in Dr. Leilani Miller’s genetics lab, where he uses CRISPR to study morphogenesis within the Ras/MAPK signaling pathway. He is also actively engaged in designing a mini-GFP system for in vivo use. Josh has held leadership positions in Delta Epsilon Mu, a pre-health fraternity, serving as both Vice President and Director of Prospects. Outside of SCU, Josh volunteers at El Camino Hospital in Mountain View, where he has worked in patient transport for over two years and currently shadows in the operating room. He also works as a phlebotomist and paramedical examiner. Through the Healthcare Ethics Internship, Josh hopes to deepen his understanding of medical ethics and how they intersect with real-world clinical decisions. He is particularly interested in the growing divide between private practices and hospital systems, the policy decisions that drive these differences, and their disproportionate effects on patients from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.