E-Board 2024-25

  • Parth Patel: Co-President

    Parth is a senior majoring in biochemistry with minors in chemistry and neuroscience, and a CFM certificate.

    He is a research assistant in the Shiva Lab at the Vascular Medicine Institute, works as a patient care technician at UPMC Presbyterian, and volunteers with Do Crew at UPMC Shadyside. He’s also a member of Phi Delta Epsilon. In his free time, Parth enjoys traveling, hiking, playing tennis, and spending time with friends.

    As Co-President, he’s excited to help lead AMSA through a fun and impactful year!

  • Ria Sai: Co-President

    Ria is a senior double majoring in chemistry and philosophy.

    She serves as President of the American Chemical Society (ACS) at Pitt, works in a biostatistics lab in the public health building, and will be a UTA for Nursing Chemistry with Professor Tim Tseng. In her free time, Ria enjoys reading and crocheting.

    As Co-President, she’s excited to lead AMSA through a fun, engaging, and meaningful 2025–26 year!

  • Alima Shoranova: Co-Vice President

    Alima is a junior majoring in microbiology and German, with minors in chemistry and social work, and a Certificate in CFM.

    She conducts nephrology research at UPMC Children’s, volunteers in the NICU, and chairs the Greek Week blood drive. In her free time, Alima enjoys running (she recently completed a half marathon!), spending time with friends, coloring, and watching reality TV, especially Big Brother.

    She’s excited to contribute to the 2025-26 board by enhancing mentorship programs and brain breaks.

  • Jen Genell: Co-Vice President

    Jennifer is a junior majoring in neuroscience with minors in creative writing and chemistry, and a CFM certificate.

    She conducts research in a Traumatic Brain Injury lab, volunteers at UPMC Children’s Hospital, and is involved in a variety of clubs including Juggling Club, Hooks and Books, and Club Archery. In her free time, she enjoys running, reading, and exploring Pittsburgh with friends.

    Jennifer is super excited to serve as Co-Vice President this year and can’t wait to help bring fun, engaging events to AMSA members!

  • Pravan Balamurugan: VCR Co-Chair

    Pravan is a junior majoring in neuroscience with minors in music and chemistry, and a Certificate in CFM.

    He serves as Editor-in-Chief and Treasurer of The Pitt Pulse, interns with Pitt Med Magazine, and is an EMT and undergraduate researcher in the Cheetham Lab. Pravan is also a UTA for Dr. Ashmore’s genetics class and volunteers with Musicians in Medicine, performing at local hospitals with a saxophone quartet. In his free time, he enjoys tennis, chess, and biking.

    He’s looking forward to the upcoming year—VCR has exciting new shadowing, volunteering, and events planned!

  • Krishan Patel: VCR Co-Chair

    Krishan is a sophomore majoring in neuroscience with a minor in chemistry and a Certificate in CFM.

    He works and volunteers as an EMT, conducts research in the Pagano Lab, and tutors incarcerated individuals working toward their GED. He also plays guitar at a local senior center and is a member of Phi Delta Epsilon. In his free time, Krishan enjoys binge-watching shows, watching sports, playing poker, and playing guitar.

    As VCR Co-Chair, he’s excited to help bring meaningful shadowing and service opportunities to AMSA this year!

  • Chloe Aglietti: PR Co-Chair

    Chloe is a senior majoring in neuroscience, economics, and international studies, with a minor in chemistry and a Certificate in CFM.

    She conducts virology research at UPMC Children’s, volunteers at UPMC Presbyterian, and serves as an undergraduate teaching assistant for both neuroscience and economics courses. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, taking workout classes, and exploring new coffee shops.

    Chloe is excited for the 2025–26 year and looks forward to collaborating with everyone to make it a great year for AMSA!

  • Heather Stephenson: PR Co-Chair

    Heather is a senior majoring in biological sciences with minors in chemistry and Italian, and a Certificate in CFM.

    She conducts microbiology research, works as a Study Lab Learning Guide, and serves as a biology peer advisor. In her free time, she enjoys reading and is currently trying to get into running.

    As Co-PR Chair, Heather is excited to help share all the great things AMSA has planned for the year!

  • Kelly Donnelly: Co-Business Manager

    Kelly is a junior majoring in biology with a minor in chemistry and a Certificate in CFM.

    She’s a member of Pitches and Tones A Cappella and participates in the Chancellor’s Undergraduate Teaching Fellowship for Biology 1. Outside of academics, Kelly loves to run (she’s currently training for the Philly Marathon!), lift, read, and stay active.

    She’s excited to serve as Fundraising Co-Chair and help support AMSA through fun and engaging events this year!

  • AK Nareddy: Co-Business Manager

    Akhilesh is a junior majoring in neuroscience and molecular biology with a minor in chemistry and a CFM certificate.

    He volunteers as an EMT in his hometown, conducts research in an anesthesiology lab, and serves as the business manager for Pitt’s fencing club. Outside of academics, Akhilesh enjoys rock climbing, baking new recipes, and making the most out of a good trip to Costco.

    As AMSA’s Business Manager, he’s looking forward to supporting the team and helping ensure everything runs smoothly throughout the 2025–26 year.

  • Fabiola Wah: Secretary

    Fabiola is a senior majoring in chemistry with a minor in neuroscience.

    She is President of the Hooligans Soccer Club, a campus pickup soccer group, and conducts research in the CREAR Lab, which studies how adverse experiences affect the mental health of Latino populations. Fabiola also volunteers as a soccer coach with Dynamo Youth Soccer and serves as an interpreter at the Birmingham Clinic. In her free time, she enjoys playing soccer, reading, and going thrifting.

    She’s excited to serve as Secretary this year and help keep AMSA organized and thriving!

A message from the 2025-26 E-Board:

Thank you so much for choosing to join AMSA! We are so excited to help make your pre-med journey a little less stressful. We have a lot of exciting things in store, so stay tuned!