Rosie SalomonBack to Member List

Pronouns:
she/her

Host Site:
Philadelphia Legal Assistance

Position Title:  
MAT Legal Assistant

Where are you from?
Garnerville, NY

Why did you decide to join NHC?
I joined NHC because during my time in my undergraduate studies and working in health care settings, I was introduced to how an individual’s environment and social setting could determine their health outcomes, either positive or negative. I wanted to contribute to NHC’s mission in addressing health inequalities and to educate and give back to underserved communities. 

What are you hoping to gain or learn during your service term?
With moving to a new city, I have the opportunity to experience a different culture, exposing me to new perspectives and allowing me to improve my ability to connect with others. I am hoping to learn how the social determinants of health affect underserved populations and to learn how to effectively guide them to the resources they need in order for them to access proper healthcare, as well as maintain it. I am hoping to gain knowledge that will allow me to become an informed future healthcare professional and to advocate for this population.

What are you most looking forward to during your service term? 
I am most looking forward to connecting with the population I will be serving and learning how medicine and law work together in other to combat health harming legal needs.