Erdembileg “Beke” Chuluunerdene, M.D.

Resident, PGY-2

Medical School

American University of the Caribbean (AUC)

Personal Interests

My interest in cycling can be traced back to my triathlon days at college. Recently, I found myself reliving this passion on a memorable bicycle trip across the scenic Inner Hebrides of Scotland. The trip not only involved touring various whisky distilleries but also reveling in the breath-taking beauty of the islands. These days, my cycling interests are leaning more towards mountain biking.

Reason for Choosing UC Davis

Choosing UC Davis for my Pathology residency was motivated by a combination of two major factors. The first of these was the exceptional quality of education offered by the institution, well-regarded among residents especially for its comprehensive board review materials. The second factor was its ideal geographic location. Located in California, UC Davis presents a delightful blend of city life and nature. The proximity to the Sierra mountains offers the perfect opportunity for occasional restorative getaways.

Clinical Interests

While I am still exploring and defining my clinical interests, I find my interest gravitating towards surgical and thoracic pathology. As an 'undifferentiated' resident, I am open to various sub-specialties, but the aforementioned areas seem to resonate more with me.

Research Interests

The world of digital pathology is fascinating. An article recently published by Dr. Borowsky discussing slide-free digital imaging piqued my interest. With the advent of deep learning algorithms set to revolutionize both morphology and genomics, this is an area that I am eager to delve deeper into.

CV Highlights / Brief Biography

I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of California, San Diego. My connection with nature, a vestige of my Mongolian heritage, has led me to travel globally in search of breath-taking natural beauty. As a resident at UC Davis, I am excitedly looking forward to a promising future in pathology.

Publications

Fnu Sandeep, M.D.; Oluwole Odujoko, M.D.; Erdembileg Chuluunerdene, M.S.; Samuel Barasch, M.D. (2022, October 10). "Primary squamous cell carcinoma of the pancreas with liver metastasis: A case report and literature review". [Poster presented]. CAP22/New Orleans, LA, USA.

Chuluunerdene, Erdembileg; Reid, Emma, M.D. (2021, February 02). "Radiographic characterization of Covid-19 in Chest X-ray findings", NHS Foundation Stockport, UK. Stockport NHS Audit. Pub Status: Published.