Lauren Drake
About Lauren Drake
Lauren Drake is a Clinical Data Specialist at the University of Colorado, where she has worked since 2017. She has a background in psychology and health systems, with previous roles at University Physicians, Inc. and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Current Role at University of Colorado
Lauren Drake has been employed as a Clinical Data Specialist at the University of Colorado since 2017. In this role, she is responsible for managing and analyzing clinical data, contributing to the advancement of healthcare initiatives. Her work supports various research projects and clinical trials, ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
Previous Experience at University Physicians, Inc.
Before her current position, Lauren worked at University Physicians, Inc. as a Health Systems Specialist from 2015 to 2017. During her two years in the General Internal Medicine department, she focused on improving health systems and patient care processes. This experience provided her with valuable insights into healthcare operations and patient management.
Educational Background in Psychology
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she studied from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Arts in Psychology with a focus on Health Psychology from the University of West Florida, completing her studies from 2007 to 2010. This academic background laid the foundation for her career in clinical data and health systems.
Internship Experience at Department of Veterans Affairs
In 2009, Lauren completed an internship as a Health Psychology Intern at the Department of Veterans Affairs. This 11-month position allowed her to gain hands-on experience in health psychology, working with veterans to address various psychological and health-related issues. This role contributed to her understanding of the intersection between mental health and healthcare.
Additional Work Experience
Lauren has held various positions that contributed to her professional development. She served as a Graduate Assistant at the University of West Florida from 2007 to 2009, and worked as a Field Supervisor at the University of Minnesota for four months in 2007. Additionally, she was a Loan Processing Assistant at PHH Home Loans from 2010 to 2012 and volunteered as a Health Educator at the Epilepsy Foundation from 2011 to 2012.