Naisha Patel

A Spiral → “I was born on 02/02/2008 — three 2’s folding into 2³ = 8. It’s the number I trace on the ice, in the eight-beat ādi tāla of Bharatanatyam, and in the double helix of a DNA I study in Biology. My story is one long spiral, movement, medicine, and meaning looping into each other.

San Diego Native with a passion for giving back to my community and connecting with others.

Experience in the medical field through summer internships at Scripps Research and shadowing ER doctor. Actively involved in clubs and extracurriculars to contribute to my community.

Looking ahead, I aspire to work in the medical field. I’m drawn to this field because of the many roles physicians play, including resilience, service orientation, and the ability to thrive under pressure.

Senior at Canyon Crest Academy

In my free time, you can find me:
⛸️ Ice skating before sunrise,
💃🏽 Practicing Indian Classical Dance on weekends,
⛷️ Skiing during winter breaks,
⛳️ Golfing with my family.

Core values: Persistence when faced with challenges! Punctuality 🕰️

“If you want something, remember tears won’t yield results—but sweat will.”