Poorva Juneja, Medical/Wellness Advisory Board

Poorva completed her bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and has extensive experience as a physical therapist, including developing personalized treatment plans for patients. Her responsibilities included conducting gait and transfer training for post-surgical and chemotherapy patients in an acute hospital setting. She also conducted weekly rounds in departments such as Neurology, Orthopaedics, ICU, Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery, and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Recognizing the potential of genetic mapping in the early identification and prevention of certain conditions, Poorva pursued a master’s program in bioinformatics at Boston University. She believes that the field of bioinformatics, with its advancements in sequencing technology and vast genomic data sets, can provide valuable insights and practical applications. With their comprehensive medical background and hands on experience in experimental work, they aim to contribute fresh perspectives to bioinformatics research, integrating patient care with analytical approaches for improved well-being.