MCU Grad Student B.Sc.
Clinical Analyst / Researcher
Rachel Bartel worked with us in our engineering test lab as a co-op student while attending Canadian Mennonite University since 2023. She stayed on after her co-op term to work with our team to execute hip and ankle wear tests on our joint simulators. She has become an expert in explant processing of retrieved implants gathered from Concordia Hospital. She also has been part of maintaining our quality system by performing internal audits. She will graduate from CMU in April 2025, in Natural Sciences (Biology) . She was also a member of the Operation Walk Manitoba in 2024 working in the MDR area that supports the surgeons.
How did you end up at Concordia working in our research lab?
“One of the researchers at Concordia knew my high school chemistry teacher and recommended me for a student co-op position. I had no idea what orthopedics was at the time, but I was interested in a part-time and summer job in the science world. The opportunity came at a perfect time.
I am learning so much and gaining immersive experience. I have also taken my volleyball and sports experience to the lab here at Concordia since it is all about teamwork and collaboration that gets things done.”
Rachel has recently completed her MCAT exams and plans to apply to the U of M med school. This process typically takes 6-8 months. She will interview with the admissions department in February 2025. The U of M has increased its medical school trainee spots from 125 to 175 this year, focusing on training new doctors in MB. We are all rooting for Rachel and her determination to pursue a career in medicine. Read more about Rachel here; Curiosity and Compassion Drive Rachel Bartel – The Concordia Foundation