Mariana Merighi is a dedicated medical student at the University of the Oeste Paulista in São Paulo, Brazil. Fluent in both Portuguese and English, she has demonstrated exceptional academic abilities, earning merit honors for academic excellence in both her 3rd and 4th periods, securing the highest grades in her class in 3rd and 2nd positions, respectively. As a committed member of the student council, Mariana serves as a class representative, advocating for her peers and contributing to the development of student initiatives. Her primary areas of interest in medicine include cardiovascular surgery and critical care.