Melissa G.
About Melissa G.
Melissa G. is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at The George Washington University, where she has worked since 2006. Her research focuses on privacy and security in health information exchange, and she has held various advisory roles in government and academic settings.
Work at The George Washington University
Melissa G. has been an Associate Professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at The George Washington University since 2006. Over her 18 years in this role, she has contributed to the academic community in Washington, DC, focusing on health policy and management education. Her involvement includes serving as a member of the university's Institutional Review Board (IRB) and the hospital ethics committee, where she engages in discussions and decisions regarding ethical standards in health research and practice.
Education and Expertise
Melissa G. earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Virginia, where she studied Bioethics, Psychology, and American Government from 1988 to 1992. She then pursued a Juris Doctor degree at Yale Law School, completing her studies from 1992 to 1995. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in health policy, bioethics, and law, which informs her research and teaching.
Professional Experience in Health Policy
In addition to her academic role, Melissa G. served as a senior advisor to the Chief Privacy Officer in the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology during the 2010-2011 academic year. She also held a one-year appointment as the Assistant Director for Bioethics and Privacy in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy starting December 1, 2015. These positions allowed her to influence health information technology policies at a national level.
Research Focus and Contributions
Melissa G.'s recent research and writing concentrate on privacy and security issues in health information exchange. She examines the effects of health information technology on the physician-patient relationship and patient engagement. Her work contributes to understanding how technology impacts healthcare delivery and patient rights.
Speaking Engagements and Public Discourse
Melissa G. frequently speaks on topics related to bioethics, health policy, and health information technology. Her presentations aim to educate and inform various audiences about the implications of technology in healthcare and the ethical considerations that arise in this evolving field.