Alexandra Folleco
About Alexandra Folleco
Alexandra Folleco is a Group Fitness Instructor and part-time faculty member at The George Washington University, where she has worked since 2018. She has extensive experience in health promotion, research, and advocacy, particularly in the areas of rare diseases and chronic disease prevention.
Work at The George Washington University
Alexandra Folleco has been employed at The George Washington University since 2018, serving as a Group Fitness Instructor and LSPA Part-Time Faculty. In this role, she contributes to the university's commitment to health and wellness through fitness instruction. Her position allows her to engage with students and the community, promoting physical health and well-being.
Education and Expertise
Alexandra Folleco holds a Master of Public Health with a concentration in Community Oriented Primary Care from The George Washington University-Milken Institute School of Public Health, completed in 2023. She also earned a Bachelor of Science from the same institution in 2021. Her educational background equips her with knowledge in public health, health promotion, and community health initiatives.
Professional Experience in Health Organizations
Folleco has accumulated diverse experience in various health organizations. She has worked as a Membership Program Assistant at the National Organization for Rare Disorders since 2021. Additionally, she has held internships at organizations such as NAMI, the Hepatitis B Foundation, and the American Institute for Cancer Research, focusing on health policy, research, and patient advocacy.
Research and Advocacy Interests
Alexandra Folleco is passionate about research and advocacy, particularly in the field of rare diseases. She aims to address health disparities and improve patient outcomes through her work. Her interests include cancer epidemiology, chronic disease prevention, and the use of patient registries to enhance drug development and treatment strategies.
Internship Experience
Throughout her career, Folleco has gained valuable internship experience across multiple organizations. She has worked as a Clinical Research and Grants Intern at the Society of Interventional Radiology and as a Research Trainee at Children's National Hospital. Her internships have provided her with hands-on experience in health policy, research methodologies, and community health initiatives.