Melia Markham

Melia Markham is an Emergency Room Technician at Providence Portland Medical Center with a national certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in Oregon and Wisconsin. She holds a BS degree in Biology with a focus on Pre-Health, Conservation Biology, and Zoology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, along with a certification in Environmental Studies. Her educational background also includes studies in Emergency Medical Technician from Madison Area Technical College and Biology from Boston University.

Melia has a diverse professional history which includes roles such as a former Animal Care Technician at Harlow Primate Lab, Research Assistant at University of Wisconsin-Madison, and SAFEwalker at SAFEwalk. She also worked as Enrichment Staff and Student Supervisor at Harlow Primate Lab, Lifeguard at Lincoln Parks and Recreation, Student Worker at Boston University Student Union, and Health Staff/Counselor at YMCA Camp Kitaki with a focus on community empowerment through healthcare.

Melia's expertise spans healthcare, first aid, primate research in field and laboratory settings, primate care, and staff supervision. She is particularly interested in the intersection of healthcare and conservation and aims to mitigate ecosystem loss by empowering communities through healthcare initiatives. With a strong academic foundation and practical experience, Melia Markham brings a unique perspective to her role as an Emergency Room Technician.