Olivia G.

Olivia grew up in Los Angeles and attended UC Berkeley for her undergraduate education. There, she received two degrees in public health and integrative biology, laying the foundation for her future pursuits in healthcare and research. At Berkeley, Olivia explored Public Health through her coursework and through her work in a student-run clinic, the Suitcase Clinic, as well as through advising on-campus health policy. She worked as a Wellness Coordinator for the clinic, providing mental health first aid to unhoused members of the Berkeley community. She also worked alongside UC Berkeley administrators to edit Title IX policies and host events to protect sexual health on campus.

After graduating from UC Berkeley, Olivia gained experience in the field by conducting infectious disease surveillance research for the California Emerging Infections Program in the Bay Area. Her contributions demonstrated her ability to apply her knowledge and skills to real-world public health challenges. Additionally, Olivia contributed to COVID-19 population health research for the CDC on a national scale.

At the Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine, Olivia has continued to pursue her academic interests through research and quality improvement projects. Her work covers a wide range of topics, including housing access, hepatitis C screening, health insurance for undocumented communities, and blood pressure control. These projects demonstrate Olivia's commitment to addressing the diverse challenges faced by underserved populations and her dedication to finding innovative solutions to complex health problems.

Olivia's strengths lie in her ability to combine her public health background with her medical education to create a holistic approach to patient care and health advocacy. She recognizes the importance of addressing the social determinants of health and works tirelessly to promote policies and interventions that tackle these underlying issues. As a coach, Olivia enjoys working with students of any skill level, sharing her knowledge and expertise to help them develop a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between public health and medicine.

Outside of public health and schooling, Olivia has been a tutor since high school. She has tutored over 100 students on a wide variety of STEM topics and is excited to apply this experience to mentoring students going through the medical school admissions process.