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Rachel Galvao, MD, is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Internal Medicine at the Yale School of Medicine (Yale University). She holds an MD from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (2022) and a BA from Yale University (2017). Her research focuses on global health, infectious diseases, and healthcare equity, with a particular emphasis on HIV prevention, contraceptive adherence, and medical education reform in low-resource settings. Dr. Galvao collaborates widely, including with experts like Kristina Talbert-Slagle and Onyema Ogbuagu, on projects addressing PrEP implementation, women’s sexual health, and global medical education systems. Her work bridges clinical practice, public health policy, and technology-driven interventions.
Her contributions span transformative initiatives such as improving medical education in Liberia and advancing PrEP accessibility for at-risk populations. She also explores intersections of substance use, violence, and mental health syndemics in HIV risk. Dr. Galvao’s publications reflect a commitment to actionable insights for marginalized communities, leveraging both qualitative and quantitative research methods.
- Education:
- MD, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine (2022)
- BA, Yale University (2017)
- Key Collaborations:
- Transforming medical education in Liberia
- PrEP implementation in reproductive health settings
- HIV stigma reduction strategies
Her research highlights include analyzing administrative healthcare data for rheumatoid arthritis management and evaluating digital tools to enhance contraceptive adherence. Dr. Galvao’s work frequently addresses systemic barriers in healthcare access, particularly for women and global populations.
