Larissa Unruh
About Larissa Unruh
Larissa Unruh is a Disaster and Operational Medicine Fellow at The George Washington University, with a strong background in medicine and public health. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from Oregon Health and Science University and has held various roles in epidemiology and research.
Work at The George Washington University
Larissa Unruh currently holds the position of Disaster and Operational Medicine Fellow at The George Washington University. She has been in this role since 2022, contributing her expertise in disaster response and operational medicine. This fellowship allows her to engage in advanced training and research in the field, focusing on improving public health responses to emergencies and disasters.
Education and Expertise
Larissa Unruh has a comprehensive educational background in medicine and public health. She earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. Prior to this, she obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology from Columbia University, studying from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biology from the University of Oregon, which she completed from 2005 to 2009. She also achieved EMT-Basic certification from Lane Community College in 2013.
Background in Public Health and Medicine
Larissa Unruh has a diverse background in public health and clinical medicine. Before her current fellowship, she worked as an Epidemiologist at San Joaquin County Public Health Services for seven months in 2012 to 2013. She also served as a Research Associate at the University of Oregon for one year from 2011 to 2012. Following her medical training, she completed a four-year residency as a Resident Physician at Cook County Hospital in the Greater Chicago Area from 2018 to 2022.
Professional Experience in Medicine
Larissa Unruh has accumulated significant professional experience in the medical field. After completing her medical degree, she worked as a Resident Physician at Cook County Hospital, where she gained hands-on experience in various medical specialties over four years. Her earlier roles as an Epidemiologist and Research Associate provided her with a solid foundation in public health and research methodologies, enhancing her capabilities in disaster and operational medicine.