Biography

As an undergraduate at the University of Maryland, I created an individual studies degree in “Health Policy and Technology” and studied how both policy and novel technology can create more equitable healthcare systems that emphasize preventive health. Through experiences leading Public Health Beyond Borders, a student-led global health organization, I saw the potential of education to improve preventive health in India, Peru, and Sierra Leone. This led me to start Chat Health, a nonprofit organization that applies artificial intelligence to provide accessible and real time information on preventive health. This past year, I worked at the Office of the US Surgeon General, contributing towards the Surgeon General’s Report on Community Health and Economic Prosperity. My PhD research combines interests in preventive health and technology towards improving cancer prevention. Specifically, I will develop and evaluate technology that automates provision of information on cancer-preventive lifestyle behaviors. My hope is that this research will provide evidence to integrate this technology into existing NHS primary care programs and help millions better manage their health. I am truly honored to be joining the Gates-Cambridge Community.

Previous Education

University of Maryland, College Park Health Policy & Technology 2021