Rachel Fonseca Woolwine

My academic and professional background combine anthropology, health sciences, and global policy -- three fields that I am passionate about.

With a double major in Anthropology and Health Sciences from Purdue University and a Master's in Global Health Policy from the Londons School of Economics, I have developed a strong skill set in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, as well as the ability to translate complex health and research concepts into simple and accessible explanations for diverse audiences and cultures.

Through certification in phlebotomy and nursing assistance as well as global volunteer experiences, I have gained patient-facing experience. I seek now to combine my technical knowledge of health sciences, experiences in the industry, and administrative aptitude to consult players in the healthcare industry on policies and growth strategies to maximize global impact. 

I am always eager to learn new things and seek new opportunities to further my career aspirations in the health and anthropology fields.

Personal Assistant Aey Phanachet, San Francisco, California                                                                                         Jan 2024- Current 

• Organized and managed personal and professional documents, calendars, meetings, travel arrangements, and appointments while efficiently optimizing time and ensuring seamless coordination 
• Conducted research on various topics, providing comprehensive briefs and summaries to support the decision-making process
• Anticipated needs and proactively provided support to enhance productivity and efficiency in the client’s life 

Research Assistant LSE Consulting, London, United Kingdom                                                                           Jan 2022-Apr 2022

• Co-conducted a literature review with 1 colleague analyzing the European Union Recovery and Resilience Facility Funds allocation of funds (totaling €672.5 billion at the time of research) 
• Analyzed the effectiveness of 6 countries’ Recovery and Resilience Funds to address the health needs of each country set out by the European Commission
• Summarized research was client-driven allowing for experience in problem solving, presenting, revising, and aligning with industry-leader objectives  

Scribe and Translator Peru Medical/Dental Mission, Piura, Peru                                                                                  Jun 2019

• Translated for over 30 patients and reviewed medical documents for both Spanish- and English-speaking doctors and nurses in Peru 
• Observed and assisted medical professionals with over 30 hernia surgeries  
• Worked directly with the anesthesia team to aid with patient intakes

London School of Economics and Political Sciences çLondon, United Kingdom                                                     

Master of Sciences- Global Health Policy 

• Coursework: Economic Analysis for Low- and Middle-Income Countries; Financing Healthcare; Health Policy and Politics; Health Policy Institutions, Actors, and Politics; Evidence Appraisal for Health Policy Analysis; Social Determinants of Health 

Dissertation: Understanding human rights advocacy group’s presentation of global public health crises: A critical discourse analysis of the media portrayal of child lead poisoning using Human Rights Watch as a case study

Purdue University çWest Lafayette, IN                                                                                                     

B.S- Health Sciences with a concentration in physicians assistance

• Key Coursework: Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Intro to Microbiology, Public Health Sciences, Toxicology, Medical Terminology, Imaging in Medicine, Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, Foundations of Organizational Leadership, Sustainability Studies 
• Capstone Project: Worked with a team to identify an issue in modern healthcare delivery, performed market research, and interviewed professionals to move an app to aid nurses in charting through the design process

B.A- Anthropology 

• Key Coursework: Designing for People, Global Health, Human Origins, Anthropological Theory, Human Development, Great Apes, Intro to Language Culture, Archeology of Egypt, Native American Culture, Abnormal Psychology
• Capstone Project: Presented an organized portfolio of all past works with a comprehensive paper on the anthropological and research theories employed