Duneshka Cruz

(she/her)

Current Title: Naturopathic Medical Student at Sonoran University of Health Sciences

Former Role: Undergraduate Researcher

I am currently in my second year of naturopathic medical school with the goal of specializing in women's health, particularly fertility and reproductive health. I graduated from Penn State in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Anthropology and a minor in Psychology. During my undergraduate studies, I had the opportunity to serve as a team lead at the Lasisi Lab, where I contributed to developing and testing hair fiber morphology methods. This experience taught me the value of collaboration, as Dr. Lasisi always encouraged open communication and welcomed insights from every team member. Her emphasis on continuous improvement and never shying away from what you can bring to the table has greatly influenced my approach to my studies and my future career in medicine.