Alexandra Garcia, Mph
About Alexandra Garcia, Mph
Alexandra Garcia, MPH, is an Associate Consultant I with a background in public health and research. She has worked in various roles, including as a Bilingual Research Assistant at Columbia University School of Nursing, and has a strong interest in advocating for health access for minority populations.
Work at Putnam Associates
Alexandra Garcia currently holds the position of Associate Consultant I at Putnam Associates. She began her role in 2023 and works in a hybrid capacity from New York, New York. In this position, she applies her knowledge and skills in public health to contribute to the firm's consulting projects.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Garcia earned her Master of Public Health (MPH) from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, completing her studies from 2021 to 2023. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health Science and Sociology from Stony Brook University, where she studied from 2014 to 2018. Her academic background provides a solid foundation for her work in public health.
Professional Experience
Before joining Putnam Associates, Alexandra Garcia gained diverse experience in various roles. She worked as a Bilingual Research Assistant at Columbia University School of Nursing from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she served as a Graduate Student Intern at Linksbridge for two months in 2022 and as an Outreach and Development Intern at Unity Consortium for one year. Her earlier experience includes a role as Clinical Supervisor & Hiring Manager at East End Hand Surgery from 2016 to 2021.
Skills and Interests
Alexandra Garcia possesses skills in qualitative research and coding, which are essential in her public health endeavors. She has a strong interest in advocacy and aims to create systematic change in the health system, particularly for minority populations and those facing social disparities. Her passion for culture, language, and people is reflected in her travels to 20 different countries.