Michael E. Farrell II D.C.59 Hidden Oaks CourtGrand Island, NY 14072michael.e.farrell.ii@gmail.com716.417.4021

Education:

August 2013 - PresentRoss University School of MedicineDoctor of Medicine, Anticipated May 2017

Passed USMLE Step I with a score of 242 in March 2015

August 2006 – May 2010D’Youville College Chiropractic ProgramDoctorate of Chiropractic

Thesis Title: Theoretical model of dysfunction: The piezoelectric potential of collagen based tissues role in remodeling and the formation of a manipulable lesion.

Accepted to 2010 Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference

August 2002 - May 2006Canisius College Bachelor of Science Education, cum laude

Collegiate Honors and Awards:

Ross University Dean’s List – 4.0 Cumulative GPA (Semesters 1-8) Recepient of Ross University Dean’s Scholarship Elected class speaker: Graduation and White Coat Ceremony – D’Youville

College D’Youville College Emerging Leader Award Receipient (April 2010) 2005 Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Men’s Soccer All Academic Team Canisius College Leadership Scholar (2002-2006) Athletic Scholarship: Canisius College Men’s Soccer (2002-2006)

Research Experience and Current Projects

Framing Study - Cognitive Bias and Spine MRI Interpretations: Estimated Completion: June 2017

Multicenter study evaluating the effects of differently framed spine magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) interpretations in two hypothetical spine scenarios

Research Experience and Current Projects Continued

Letter to the Editor, “Calling for a Change in Step: In Support of Prober, Kolars, First and Melnick”: Accepted by Academic Medicine Journal , January 2016

Co-Authored letter to the editor with Jim Eubanks and Dr. Meaghan Ruddy supporting the authors position that changes in the way USMLE scores are utilized is necessary

Clinical Report; Radiographic Evidence and Efficacy of Lesions Created During Cooled Radiofrequency Ablation: Submitted to PM&R Journal; March 2016

Case report examining the outcomes of cooled radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of chronic knee pain

Research Assistant: Palladian Muscular Skeletal Health (August 2011 – August 2012) Performed literature reviews used to construct chiropractic guidelines

for Buffalo, NY and opiate prescription guidelines in Tennessee

Professional Experience:

August 2010 – July 2013Christopher Family ChiropracticPrinciple Chiropractor

Owned and operated a 4 treatment room multidisciplinary clinic in Amherst, NY

February 2010 – April 2010George Washington University (GWU) Spine and Pain CenterSpine Externship

Worked with attending Mehul J. Desai, MD along with residents from Georgetown and GWU in outpatient Spine Center to gain experience in conservative multidisciplinary spine care

January 2013 - PresentComprehensive Industrial ManagementUtilization Review Consultant

Review medical files and utilize evidence based guidelines to determine the medical necessity of requested treatments for Workmen’s Compensation claims

Professional Activities:

Co-Director and Co- Founder of Ability Science (July 2015 – Present) Ability Science is a social media platform designed to examine

pressing health issues of the 21st century, with a focus on neurological and musculoskeletal medicine, and human function

Osmosis Student Innovator of Medical Education Program (May 2015 – Present) Published Leaders in Medical Education Interview with Dr. Meaghan

Ruddy (December 2015) Authored and Revised Questions for PM&R/Orthopedics Section

Question BankPresentations

Introduction to Mindfullness Meditation Bryant and Stratton College Student Health Day, June 2012

Integrative Spine Care Virginia Spine Institute, October 2011

Physiologic Basis for the Use of Spinal Manipulation George Washington University Grand Rounds, February 2010

Teaching Experience:

Ross University Center for Teaching and Learning Tutor (Spring ’14-Fall’14)Ross University Anatomy Department Teaching Assistant (Spring ’14)Ross University Anatomy Department Head Teaching Assistant (Summer/Fall ’14)Bryant and Stratton College Professor of Health Sciences (January 2011 – August 2013)Trocaire College Anatomy and Physiology Instructor (August 2010 – January 2012)

State Licensure(s): NYS Chiropractic License (October 2010 - present)

Professional MembershipsAmerican Medical Students AssociationAmerican Association of Physical Medicine and RehabilitationMember of the North American Spine Society

Personal InterestsSoccer, Hockey, Vlogging, Mindfullness Meditation, Member of Kenton Lodge of F&AM