Alana Acuna, Mph
About Alana Acuna, Mph
Alana Acuna, MPH, is a Project Coordinator at Sutter Health, where she has worked since 2023. She has a diverse background in health sciences and education, with experience in various roles at institutions such as UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals and the University of California, Berkeley.
Work at Sutter Health
Alana Acuna currently serves as a Project Coordinator at Sutter Health, a role she has held since 2023. In this position, she is involved in various projects aimed at improving healthcare delivery and patient outcomes within the organization. Prior to her current role, she worked as a Graduate Administrative Intern at Sutter Health for three months in early 2023, where she gained valuable experience in administrative processes and healthcare operations.
Education and Expertise
Alana Acuna holds a Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a focus on Immunology and Pathogenesis from the University of California, Berkeley, which she completed in 2022. She is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Policy and Management at the same institution, expected to be completed in 2024. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in biological sciences and public health principles.
Background
Alana Acuna has a diverse professional background in healthcare and research. She began her career as an Ombudsperson at Scripps Health from 2017 to 2018, where she addressed concerns and facilitated communication within the organization. She later worked as a Research Assistant at Scripps Research and UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals, gaining hands-on experience in scientific research. Additionally, she has held various instructional roles at the University of California, Berkeley, including Graduate Student Instructor for Organizational Behavior and Biology Laboratory.
Previous Experience in Research and Administration
Before her current position, Alana Acuna accumulated significant experience in research and laboratory management. She worked as a Lab Manager and Assistant Laboratory Manager at LabFellows in 2020 and 2017, respectively. Her roles involved overseeing laboratory operations and ensuring efficient workflow. Additionally, her internship at Stantec ChemRisk as a Health Scientist Intern in 2022 provided her with insights into health risk assessment and environmental health.
Teaching Roles at University of California, Berkeley
Alana Acuna has taken on multiple teaching roles at the University of California, Berkeley. She served as a Graduate Student Instructor for Organizational Behavior and Biology Laboratory in 2023, where she facilitated learning and supported students in their academic pursuits. Currently, she is a Graduate Student Instructor for Health Care Management, a position she has held since 2024, contributing to the education of future healthcare professionals.