Detect Earlier. Breathe Better. Live Better.
Precision Lung Care is a platform to share research, clinical experiences, and work, where lung disease is detected early and treated precisely.
About
ABOUT ME
My name is Tarun Sudhakar.
I am a high school senior at Coppell High School, interested in medicine, research, technology, and especially pulmonary health.
My interest in lung medicine became personal because of my grandmother. She was first believed to have a fungal condition in her lungs. Years later, our family learned that she had been living with cancer. Her condition became so serious that part of her lung had to be removed.
That experience made me think about one question:
What if we could find serious lung disease much earlier?
Since then, I have tried to understand medicine from different sides.
I have spent 270+ hours shadowing pulmonology at UT Southwestern Medical Center, observing inpatient care, transplant evaluations, and pulmonary medicine. I have also gained experience in internal medicine, primary care, optometry, hospital nutrition services, and elder care.
Research has given me another way to explore medicine. I have studied molecular biology, exercise and cancer care, and the effects of blue light on the skin.
Each experience has strengthened my interest in combining medicine, science, prevention, and technology to improve patient care.
LEADERSHIP
Nutrition
Co-Founder & President — Nourii Nutrition
Co-founded Nourii Nutrition, a digital health platform to make nutrition science easier to use. Lead a four-person team and worked across research, design, technology, branding, and operations. Worked with UX experts from American Airlines.
Sports
Captain — Borussia Dortmund Soccer Club
Captain of my competitive soccer team, help manage team communication and conflicts.
Listen to different opinions, hold teammates accountable, and keep the team focused during difficult moments.
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Hospital
Hospital Leadership
Volunteer at Nutritional Services at Texas Health Plano, mentor and guide new volunteers, answer visitor questions, and help people navigate the hospital.​
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RESEARCH
1 / Molecular Biology Research — University of Texas at Dallas
As a Summer Research Scholar at the University of Texas at Dallas Lab, gained hands-on experience in molecular biology.
My work included: PCR, DNA fingerprinting, RFLP, Gel electrophoresis, Bacterial transformation, Restriction enzyme analysis
2 / Exercise Oncology: Scrutinizing Physiological Well-being As An Adjunctive Strategy To Oncological Treatment
Conducted independent research on the role of exercise in cancer care under a graduate research mentor. Reviewed more than 35 scientific sources, including research from major cancer organizations. Studied whether structured exercise could support patients during cancer treatment.
3 / Blue Light and the Skin: Reassessing High-Energy Visible Radiation as a Driver of Premature Cutaneous Aging
Completed an independent literature review examining claims about blue light and skin damage. Compared consumer skincare claims with research in dermatology and photobiology. Created original figures comparing different forms of light exposure.
MEDICAL AND HEALTH CARE ACTIVITIES
Learning Medicine Beyond the Classroom
Pulmonology — UT Southwestern Medical Center
I spent more than 270 hours shadowing pulmonology, including inpatient rounds, transplant evaluations, and pre-operative preparation.
I observed how physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and transplant teams work together during complex cases.
Texas Health Plano
As a Junior Volunteer Intern in Nutritional Services, I delivered meals to patients, prepared nutrition stations, helped visitors, and supported hospital operations.
Internal Medicine — Medical City Las Colinas
For two years, I observed inpatient and outpatient internal medicine.
I learned how doctors manage chronic conditions, review tests, document care, and build long-term relationships with patients.
Clear Eye Care Optometry
Gained hands-on experience with pupillary distance measurements and lensometer readings while helping patients understand eyewear choices.
Primary Care Clinic of North Texas
During more than 70 hours of clinical experience, I helped with patient vitals, bloodwork preparation, patient flow, and clinic operations.
Temple Elder Care
Spent more than 50 hours helping elderly residents with mobility, transportation, safety, and visitor procedures.
