Internships & Research
My interest in global health has grown through my experiences in healthcare, research, and academics. Each has given me a different perspective on patient care and the social and economic factors that can affect access to healthcare.
Amana Healthcare, Bahrain
At Amana Healthcare, I observed multidisciplinary care in a post-acute rehabilitation setting and saw firsthand how nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists work together to support patient recovery.
I also assisted post-stroke patients with simple functional exercises designed to rebuild independence in daily activities and participated in structured conversations with clinical staff about patient advocacy, decision-making, family involvement, and the responsibilities of different healthcare professionals.
Maternal Health Research
Research Question:
To what extent has female education contributed to improvements in maternal health outcomes in Ethiopia between 2015 and 2024?
Mentored by Dr. Naji Alamuddin, my research examines the relationship between female education and maternal health outcomes, including its potential role in delaying early marriage, increasing antenatal care and skilled birth attendance, and expanding economic opportunities for women.
Economics Extended Essay
Research Question:
To what extent has Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) improved access to healthcare in rural areas since 2021?
My Economics Extended Essay evaluates the effectiveness of Ghana’s National Health Insurance Scheme in expanding healthcare access in rural communities. Using statistical analysis, I examine both the progress associated with the policy and continuing challenges, including maternal health outcomes, shortages in medical infrastructure and equipment, and pressure on the healthcare workforce.
