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Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

-Researched and wrote a policy white paper on how five states are sustaining HealthySteps, an evidence-based, dyadic, integrated behavioral health prevention model in pediatric primary care.-Advance advocacy efforts, in close collaboration with stakeholders, to make the case for payment reform that supports HealthySteps and other family-centered care models at CHOP and in Pennsylvania.-As policy strategist for the Family and Community Health research portfolio, identify and leverage policy windows by facilitating collaboration among researchers and supporting engagement with policymakers and the policymaking process.-As part of a joint project with CHOP's Fostering Health Program, identify and write a brief on policy reforms that would help children in foster care overcome barriers to vision care.-Provide policy research, analysis, and consultation to researchers on topics related to child and family health and Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).-Organize internal opportunities for PolicyLab staff to grow their policy knowledge such as policy Lunch & Learns and Hot Topic sessions.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

-Conducted targeted policy research to support MI Health Link's transition to a D-SNP model (see below).-Managed projects for two clients, including facilitating weekly client meetings and tracking activities and deliverables.-Conducted a national landscape analysis of dental-medical benefits integration programs.-Wrote health policy briefs on several topics including CAR T-cell therapy and genetic testing.

Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States

-Researched and wrote a report for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) on dual eligible special needs plans (D-SNPs), key changes in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)’ 2022 Medicare Advantage and Part D final rule, and strategic considerations for the Department as it plans to convert its dually eligible demonstration project with ~40,000 enrollees (MI Health Link) into a D-SNP model.-Prepared MDHHS’ transition plan for the MI Health Link program, for CMS.-Analyzed the findings from 10 interviews with stakeholders to inform the MI Health Link transition. Wrote interview summaries and a summary matrix for clients at MDHHS.-Managed the D-SNP strategy project by organizing and facilitating weekly client meetings, tracking activities and deliverables, and overseeing the work of two interns.-Played a major role in the development of a uniform health risk assessment for all health plans participating in MI Health Link. Assisted with incorporating feedback from health plans and ensuring the tool met requirements.-Analyzed the findings from 16 interviews with long-term care and behavioral health stakeholders in Michigan to inform MDHHS’ strategic planning in these areas. Wrote interview summaries and a summary matrix for clients at MDHHS including Michigan’s Medicaid Director.

Petersburg, Virginia, United States

Intern for the National Director of Social Determinants of Health and the Virginia Office at Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC), a non-profit community development financial institution that helps forge resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Analyst on the Sustaining Health Outcomes through the Private Sector (SHOPS) Plus project, USAID's six-year $150 million global flagship initiative to improve and sustain global health outcomes through public-private engagement.Co-leader of Abt's Gender Equality and Social Inclusion Program, which supports colleagues to integrate equity into their programs. Analyst on the USAID-funded Local Health System Sustainability (LHSS) project's Jordan Activity. The LHSS Project helps countries achieve sustainable, self-financed health systems that offer quality health care for all.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Amman Governorate, Jordan

Intern on the Health Service Delivery (HSD) Activity, USAID/Jordan's five-year $51 million flagship project to improve health outcomes for women of reproductive age and children under five, including Syrian refugees living in Jordanian communities.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Intern in the office of the President & CEO of Abt Associates, a mission-driven, global leader in research, evaluation and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy, and international development.

Master Of Public Health - Mph

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), American Studies

Certificate: Middle Eastern Studies Certificate: Jewish and Israel Studies