Hello
My name is Amara Dowdell and I'm a student participating in Florida International University 2023 Global Health in India. I am currently a junior double majoring in Biological Sciences and Natural & Applied Sciences, hoping to attain my Ph.D. in Immunology to become a research scientist.
My Story
I am a current Ronald E. McNair scholar and Co-lab Manager of the Culture, Context, Health, and Identities lab at FIU. I am interested in global health and immunology. I want to bring awareness to issues that affect marginalized communities. While on this study-abroad trip, I hope to gain awareness on the healthcare system affecting individuals in India.
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My research focuses on medical students' perceptions and attitudes toward the LGBTQ community. It is a mixed methods study that uses both quantitative and qualitative data. My sample includes medical students living in Mysore, India. The aim of this research is to examine the gap in the medical knowledge of healthcare professionals when providing care to LGBTQ patients. To find out more about my research, see my Pre-Departure Critique.