Medical Student
University of Texas Medical Branch
Janisah Amirah I. Saripada is a Filipina-American pursuing a Medical Doctorate at the University of Texas Medical Branch with a focus on Bilingual Health. Her exceptional academic record includes graduating Summa Cum Laude from Texas A&M University in 2021, where she studied Biomedical Sciences, Traditional Media Art, and Biomedical Research & Development. Janisah is actively involved in various research projects related to otolaryngology and head and neck medicine, including studying the effects of SARS-CoV-2 on Bowman's glands and exploring therapies for head and neck osteoradionecrosis. Janisah's skills extend far beyond the classroom and research, as she is also an accomplished artist and illustrator, as well as a talented singer, dancer, and seamstress. With her drive, passion, and dedication, Janisah is poised to make a meaningful impact in the field of otolaryngology and beyond. Find her illustrated children's book "Who Wears Glasses?" written by Dr. Harold Pine available on Amazon and Barnes&Noble.