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Columbus, Ohio, United States

- Work with a team of students and preceptors from OSU and TAMU.- Study the importance and problems of provider networks, including inaccurate directories, network adequacy, and consumer inequities.- Assess the experiences of Medicaid consumers, looking at differences based on rules, rural areas, and consumer backgrounds.- Use a large-scale Secret Shopper Survey in 6 states to understand what patients go through to get medical appointments.- Aim to inform state and national policy on network regulations and consumer protections, helping with bipartisan policy discussions on insurance coverage.

Columbus, Ohio, United States

- Managed social media content by posting weekly on Twitter to meet social engagement metrics. This facilitated the growth of an online presence for Pelotonia in the research domain.- Coordinated logistics for fundraisers/social events for PIIO members by determining/reserving locations, scheduling meetings, and composing flyers and emails. These efforts aided in the efficient planning and hosting of social events.- Utilized REDCap software in labs to input research data and create an inventory dashboard. The dashboard aids in organized retrieval and visualization of research data.- Executed administrative tasks for the department using various applications such as Microsoft Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Columbus, Ohio, United States

- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team using mixed methods research across Sociology, Medicine, Health Promotion, and Public Policy.- Participated in the Hardest Hit Communities Project to address the health, economic, and social impacts of COVID-19 in Ohio's hardest-hit communities by using up-to-date data, building relationships with community partners, conducting interviews, and developing protection and recovery strategies.- Contributed to the COVID-19 Vaccine Equity Project to reduce vaccine hesitancy and access barriers in vulnerable communities through research and intervention, investigating challenges, generating practical interventions and policy recommendations, and collaborating with community leaders and organizations.

Dublin, Ohio, United States

- Performed preliminary ocular examinations of refractive measurements, IOPs, visual fields, and retinal photography for patients- Charted and updated patient medical records to assist doctors in keeping consistent patient data for seamless future visits- Handled administrative duties for the business department such as scheduling appointments and managing inventory

Master'S Degree, Health Administration (Mha)

Activities and Societies: Activities and societies: Association for Future Healthcare Executives (AFHE), Graduate Women in Science (GWIS).

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Public Health

Activities and Societies: Health Sciences Scholars, Bioethics Society (Director of Recruitment), Medical Innovations Club

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Interact Club (Secretary), Key Club, Future Medical Careers Club, National High School.