About
Rachel Page serves as Associate Professor and Head of the School of Health Sciences at Massey University, bringing over 25 years of expertise in academic leadership, teaching, and research innovation.
Her educational foundation includes:
- Bachelor of Science (Honours), Massey University (1987)
- Doctor of Philosophy, Massey University (1991)
Rachel's research critically addresses population health through prevention strategies and outcome improvement, with concentrated focus on diabetes and cardiovascular disease mechanisms. She champions translational science that bridges academic rigor with community health applications, emphasizing accessibility for learners across all academic tiers. Her methodology integrates clinical epidemiology with public health intervention frameworks to tackle chronic disease burdens.
As a certified Mentor Supervisor at Massey University, she maintains extensive postgraduate supervision commitments while leading curricular development in health sciences education. Her Wellington Campus office (4c26, Block 4) serves as the operational hub for school administration and doctoral candidate guidance.
