Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Awards
Extracurricular & Volunteer Activities
Publications
Research Experience
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Andrés Santiago Escobar Scarpetta

Andrés Santiago Escobar Scarpetta

Cali

Summary

A motivated international medical student seeking to participate in the Harrington Program of Medicine to expand clinical acumen, immerse in U.S. healthcare systems, and contribute actively to patient care and medical education.

Work History

Semiology

Hospital Mario Correa
  • 5th semester Semiology at Hospital Mario Correa – Cali, Colombia
  • Acquired skills of thoroughly interviewing patients, focusing on history taking, physical exams, teamwork, and anamnesis of patients

Internal Medicine I/II

Hospital Rey David
  • 6th and 7th semester Internal Medicine I/II Hospital Rey David – Cali, Colombia
  • Developed structured and empathetic approaches to Learned to identify chief complaints, explore symptoms using OPQRST and SOCRATES frameworks, and take relevant past medical, surgical, family, and social histories.
  • Practiced adapting interview techniques to patients of different ages, backgrounds, and educational levels.

Pediatrics

Clinica Versalles, Fundación Club Noel and IPS Siloé
  • The 8th semester Pediatrics at Clinica Versalles, Fundación Club Noel and IPS Siloé – Cali, Colombia
  • Learned to perform immediate newborn assessments, including the APGAR score at 1 and 5 minutes, and participated in basic neonatal resuscitation when necessary in Clinica Colombia.
  • Learned about acute respiratory infections like bronchiolitis, pneumonia, and arboviruses common in our country, like Dengue Fever, Zika Fever in Club Noel Foundation that is a specialized non-profit private pediatric hospital located in Cali, Colombia, specializing in medium and high-complexity pediatric care. Since its founding in 1924, it has become a key institution for child healthcare in southwestern Colombia.

Gynecology

Clinica Versalles
  • 9th semester Gynecology Clinica Versalles – Cali, Colombia
  • Performed and interpreted gynecological and obstetric physical exams, including bimanual and speculum exams.
  • Gained a deep understanding of common gynecologic conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, pelvic inflammatory disease, cervical dysplasia, and PCOS.
  • Participated in the management of pregnancies, including prenatal care, labor monitoring, and postpartum follow-up.
  • Developed decision-making skills for high-risk pregnancies and obstetric emergencies (e.g., preeclampsia, fetal distress, postpartum hemorrhage).
  • Assisted in and observed vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, and minor gynecological procedures (e.g., Pap smears, biopsies, D&C).
  • Learned to interpret obstetric ultrasounds, CTG (non-stress tests), and basic imaging related to women’s health.

Urology rotation

Clinica Nuestra Señora de los Remedios
  • Urology rotation at Clinica Nuestra Señora de los Remedios – Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Cali
  • Month/Year – Month/Year

Medical Student

Clinica Nuestra Señora De Los Remedios
  • Acquired clinical experience in evaluating lower urinary tract symptoms, hematuria, urolithiasis, prostate disorders (BPH, prostate cancer), urinary tract infections, and urologic trauma.
  • Performed and assisted in digital rectal exams (DRE), catheter placement, and follow-up of PSA screening.
  • Observed and assisted in urologic procedures and surgeries, such as:
  • Cystoscopy
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
  • Ureteroscopy
  • Nephrectomy or prostatectomy
  • Interpreted urinalysis, renal ultrasound, and urodynamic studies.
  • Developed an understanding of the surgical and medical management of common urological conditions.

  • Learned principles of preoperative assessment, ASA classification, and risk stratification.
  • Observed and participated in airway management, including bag-mask ventilation, endotracheal intubation, and use of laryngeal mask airways (LMAs).
  • Gained hands-on experience in:
  • IV line placement, basic airway maneuvers
  • Monitoring vital signs, ECG, oxygen saturation, and capnography
  • Understanding anesthetic drugs (induction agents, opioids, neuromuscular blockers)
  • Understood the differences between general, regional, and local anesthesia, and observed spinal and epidural anesthesia.
  • Participated in postoperative care, pain control, and monitoring in the PACU (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit).
  • Emphasized patient safety, asepsis, and rapid response to intraoperative changes

  • 10th semester
  • I had the opportunity to learn Family Medicine in various public hospitals with limited resources and among communities that were among the most vulnerable.
  • General Surgery was one of the most gratifying rotations in my experience, where I got to face different urgent situations and participate hands-on in hepatopancreatoduodenal surgeries.

Education

High School -

Colegio Bolivar Bilingual School
01.2018

Medicine

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
01.2026

Skills

  • Acquired clinical experience in evaluating lower urinary tract symptoms, hematuria, urolithiasis, prostate disorders (BPH, prostate cancer), urinary tract infections, and urologic trauma
  • Performed and assisted in digital rectal exams (DRE), catheter placement, and follow-up of PSA screening
  • Observed and assisted in urologic procedures and surgeries, such as:
  • Cystoscopy
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
  • Ureteroscopy
  • Nephrectomy or prostatectomy
  • Interpreted urinalysis, renal ultrasound, and urodynamic studies
  • Developed an understanding of the surgical and medical management of common urological conditions

Languages

Spanish: Native
English: Fluent TOEFL Exam 2025- (90/120)
German B2 Certificate

Awards

Honors in Math and English at Colegio Bolivar 2016, Biochemistry pre-AP at Colegio Bolivar 2017, Biochemistry AP at Colegio Bolivar 2018

Extracurricular & Volunteer Activities

Participated in the Soccer team of Pontificia Universidad Javeriana University.

Publications

  • Probiotics: Transforming Gastrointestinal Health Through Evidence-Based Insights
  • Cara Mohammed, Jhon Philip Fuegoz, Karina Vizcarra Garcia, Hira Jamila, Rahul Yedpallikar Rajeshs, Andres Santiago Escobars, Muhammad Junaid Hassamr, Manju Rai
  • Published in 2024

Research Experience

  • Dr. Jairo Alarcón. M.D. Pediatrician/Intensivist – What is the relationship between the serum ferritin levels and the severity of dengue?
  • 05/2024
  • Conducting research with information about patients aged 0-18 at Clinica Versalles in Cali, Colombia, to explore the potential impact of acknowledging the relationship between dengue fever and high ferritin levels.
  • Clinical Observership Methodist Hospital Boerne, Tx
  • Gynecologic Oncology observership in Boerne, Tx during 6 weeks where I had the opportunity to gain knowledge in hospital and clinical practice
  • Robotic Hysterectomy with Davinci Tower
  • Face-to-face interviews with oncologic patients
  • Participate as an observer in multiple surgeries
  • Had the honour to shadow Dr. Antonio Santillan, M.D

Timeline

Semiology

Hospital Mario Correa

Internal Medicine I/II

Hospital Rey David

Pediatrics

Clinica Versalles, Fundación Club Noel and IPS Siloé

Gynecology

Clinica Versalles

Urology rotation

Clinica Nuestra Señora de los Remedios

Medicine

Pontificia Universidad Javeriana

Medical Student

Clinica Nuestra Señora De Los Remedios

High School -

Colegio Bolivar Bilingual School

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