Kristina Ketchum
About Kristina Ketchum
Kristina Ketchum is an Application Specialist at MEDITECH and a Health Strategies Intern at the American Heart Association, focusing on health equity and nutrition security. She holds a Master of Public Health from Simmons University and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Quinnipiac University.
Work at Meditech
Kristina Ketchum has been employed at MEDITECH as an Application Specialist since 2016. In this role, she applies her expertise in health technology to support healthcare organizations in optimizing their use of MEDITECH's software solutions. Her work involves collaborating with clients to ensure effective implementation and utilization of applications that enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
Current Role at American Heart Association
Since 2021, Kristina Ketchum has served as a Health Strategies Intern at the American Heart Association in Waltham, Massachusetts. In this position, she focuses on health equity and nutrition security, contributing to initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes in underserved communities. Her internship includes collaboration with the Boston Community Impact group, where she engages in projects that address disparities in health access and resources.
Education and Expertise
Kristina Ketchum earned her Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from Simmons University, where she studied Public Health and Health Inequity from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, she completed her Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Biology/Biological Sciences at Quinnipiac University from 2012 to 2016. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in public health principles and biological sciences, enhancing her ability to address health-related challenges.
Background
Kristina Ketchum completed her high school education at Foxborough High School from 2008 to 2012. Her early academic experiences laid the groundwork for her subsequent studies in biology and public health, shaping her career path towards addressing health inequities and improving community health outcomes.
Research and Community Impact
In her current role at the American Heart Association, Kristina Ketchum conducts GIS mapping to assess the impact of nutrition insecurity on heart health within BIPOC communities in the Boston area. This research aims to identify areas of need and inform strategies to improve nutrition access and health outcomes for these populations.