About Melissa

Melissa Schenkman, MPH, MSJ, is a skilled content writer with a passion for storytelling and a background in journalism, communications, research,  medicine, and  public health. 

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She has worked in nonprofit, hospital, and global settings. Most recently, she has served as the Director of Clinical Content for ALYKA Health, leading the development of evidence-based healthcare and wellness content focused on preventive health, cardiovascular wellness, and behavior change communication.

 

Prior to that she served as the Senior Patient Engagement Writer on the United Kingdom-based Patient Engagement Team at OPEN Health Evidence & Access, where she translated complex clinical and medical concepts into clear, audience-centered storytelling for patient and healthcare professional audiences in Europe, the UK, and the US. Before joining the global organization, Melissa served as a Writer and Editor for the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), a nonprofit organization in Washington, DC.

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Melissa holds dual master’s degrees. She earned her Masters of Public Health from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University with a concentration in behavioral science and health education. She also earned a Master of Science in Journalism from the Medill School of Journalism, Media and Integrated Marketing Communications at Northwestern University, where she was a recipient of the Comer Scholarship.

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​Melissa is dedicated to continuous learning and growth, staying up-to-date with industry trends to deliver impactful content that drives results.