FOTIOS PATSALIS

Phone: (505) 629-9974 | Email: Fpatsalis100@unm.edu

Address: 2720 Ventoso, Santa Fe, NM 87505
INTERNSHIP OBJECTIVE
To intern in a highly motivating and challenging environment that provides the best opportunities to grow, learn and utilize my
potential to the fullest as to help achieve the National Eye Institutes goals whilst achieving my personal goals.
EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO
Major: Biology; Minor: Chemistry; Bachelor of Science expected May 2017
Cumulative GPA: 3.781/4.0
Awards: Deans List, 2013-Present; National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Albuquerque, New Mexico

August 2013- Present

Relevant Coursework
The 21st Physician, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Calculus, Statistics, and Anthropology
UNIVERITY OF CALIFORNIA, SANTA CRUZ
National Student Exchange (NSE) Program

Santa Cruz, California

September 2014-June 2015

Relevant Projects
The 21st Physician: Onchocerciasis Final Research Project
Albuquerque, NM
Researched how humans have adapted to approach disease through medicine and are dependable upon physicians to
promote, maintain and restore health on an individual and public level.
Evaluated the current approach of solving public health issues through the methods of Education, Environment, Enactment
and Engineering.
Presented on mass distribution programs, teaching affected populations how to take charge of their own treatment and the
importance of constructing partnerships with communities as well as with health organizations around the world.
Anthropology Final Paper: Evolution of Primate Vision Through Snake Detection Theory
Santa Cruz, CA
Researched the Snake Detection Theory claiming snakes played a significant role in the evolution of early primates and
influenced specific primate advancements such as brain development and most prominently, our unrivaled eyesight.
WORK HISTORY
TOMASITAS RESTAURANT
Host, Busser, Bar-back, Dishwasher

Santa Fe, New Mexico

May 2011 - Present

Provide training and developmental guidance for new employees

Work/communicate effectively with team members and management ensuring customer satisfaction
in a fast-paced environment
Entrusted with customer service issues as a result of the ability to promptly solve concerns
and satisfy customers.
Developed strong sense of responsibility through regular employment
SKILLS

COMPUTER

Talent for quickly mastering technology

PC and Mac literate
Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Excel

LANGUAGE

Excellent communication both written and oral

Represent organization/company with friendly, professional demeanor at all times.
Fluent in Greek
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

EYE ASSOCIATES OF NEW MEXICO

Santa Fe, New Mexico
Intern
June 2105
Shadowed 3 Ophthalmologists, 4 Optometrists and Retina Specialists for 50+ hours (1 month).
Observed multiple eye surgeries with Dr. Kristen Reidy and Dr. Mahlon Soloway.

BUENA VISTA EYECARE

Shadow

Santa Fe, New Mexico

December 2012

Shadowed Dr. Sean S. Hamashige and staff for two days

Sat-in on patient examinations, experienced eyewear sales and the process of ordering prescription glasses/contacts

UNM RESEARCH
Conducted a day of research with Genetics teaching assistant
Extracted DNA from prairie dogs to examine their role in the Jemez Mountains ecosystem.
Planning on committed research involvement during spring semester, 2016.
UCSC TRACK AND FIELD AND INTRAMURAL SPORTS
Member
Set UCSC school record for 4x200 meter relay race
Two-time intramural basketball champions and third place in flag-football
SONS OF PERICLES
Member
ISEE PRE-OPTOMETRY CLUB
Member

Albuquerque, New Mexico

November 2015

Santa Cruz, California

October 2014-June 2015

Albuquerque, New Mexico

January 2014-Present
Santa Cruz, California
October 2014-June 2015