Public Policy and Health Equity Research for Patient-Centered Care

Alyssa Liverette

Shepherdstown, WV ***** • 301-***-**** • **********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Healthcare leader with over a decade of experience in clinical care, federal program administration, and policy implementation within the VA and IHS. Possesses advanced expertise in federal healthcare policy and equity-centered service delivery. Former clinician with MPH, currently pursuing PhD in Public Policy and Administration with a focus on policy literacy and health equity. Bringing cross-sector leadership experience through national leadership roles with U.S. Figure Skating and a proven record for innovation, collaboration, and mission-driven professional growth.

Professional Experience

Indian Health Service (IHS) – Program Analyst, Rockville, MD 2023 – Present Key Responsibilities

• Facilitating national scholarship programs serving tribal and state-recognized healthcare professionals.

• Support IHS scholars through academics and career placements to strengthen Indigenous health systems and improve access to care.

• Collaborate with leadership to streamline scholarship processes and align policy implementation with equity goals.

• Provide leadership reports and recommendations supporting IHS’s mission of community-driven health advancement.

Accomplishments

• Advocated for scholar stipend increase to align with federal policy, ensuring equitable support for cost-of-living increase

• Maintain and updated scholar handbooks to reflect evolving federal regulations and policies

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center – Physical Therapist Assistant & Fall Prevention Risk Specialist, Martinsburg, WV 2017 – 2023 Key Responsibilities

• Delivered evidence-based rehabilitation to Veterans in compliance with federal policy and clinical guidelines, addressing complex cases involving mental health conditions, amputations, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, while managing comorbidities and social barriers.

• Contributed to veteran-care policy development and interdisciplinary program evaluation and treatment, including discharge planning and patient/family education

• Creating Veteran-centered physical medicine and rehabilitation education protocols and material to increase accessibility

Accomplishments

• Designed and implemented a nationally recognized Fall-Risk Prevention Program, awarded VA Clinical Best Practice for innovation and measurable patient-safety impact.

• Secured a VA Innovation Network Grant and gained experience in preparing and submitting IRB applications for research approval, contributing to the study of virtual fall-prevention interventions.

National Institute of Health – Center for Research of Emerging Infectious Diseases

(CREID) Network - Public Health Research Intern – Rockville, MD 2022

• Created Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess research readiness across global surveillance sites using data collected from 29 nations.

• Participated in multi-agency coordination for global rapid infectious-disease response and program evaluation, recognizing varying international health and research policies. Genesis Rehabilitation - Physical Therapist Assistant – Walkersville, MD 2016 – 2017

• Provide patient-centered care for acute patients, dementia care and long-term residents Superior PT - Physical Therapist Assistant & Wellness Director– Frederick, MD 2015 – 2016

• Rehabilitation patient treatment focused on orthopedic and sports injuries, including modalities and strengthening to manage pain and reach functional goals

• Directed community wellness and injury-prevention programs for geriatric and sports populations, built partnerships with local agencies to enhance access to rehabilitation and preventive care.

Education

Ph.D., Public Policy & Administration (4.0 GPA) – Walden University, Minneapolis, MN

(Anticipated Dec 2027)

• Relevant Coursework: Ethics & Social Justice, Research Theory, Governance & Public Policy, Leadership & Organizational Change

Master of Public Health (MPH) – Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH

(2023)

• Relevant Coursework: Epidemiology, Health Policy & Management, Global Health B.S., Exercise Physiology – University of Delaware, Newark, DE (2011) A.S., Physical Therapist Assistant – Carroll College, Westminster, MD (2013) U.S. Figure Skating Leadership

Committee Leadership Roles

• Domestic Officials – Judge and Referee Education Vice Chair (2025-Present)

• Technical Development – Vice Chair, Development (2024 – Present)

• DORM Recruitment – National Vice Chair and Member (2021-2025)

• DORM Judges Management – Sectional Vice Chair (East) (2024-2025) Key Governance Contributions

• Created and facilitated equitable and accessible coach and official education to strengthen technical proficiency and consistency

• Developed and evolved educational curricula for domestic officials, integrating International Skating Union (ISU) regulations with U.S. Figure Skating’s domestic framework to align compliance, and ethical standards.

• Created and implemented a new judges mentorship program, developing new pathways and resources for new officials, improving access while maintaining accurate support across official roles and disciplines.

• Contributed to national discussions through working groups surrounding official appointment innovation, competition standards and safety, and technical development

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