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Nikita Sood
M.D. Candidate at Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine; Co Director at LouHealth
Nikita Sood is a prominent figure in the healthcare and public health advocacy sectors, currently serving as the Co-Founder and Co-Director of LouHealth, an organization focused on health access, equity, and criminal justice reform. Established in March 2020, LouHealth emerged in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, aiming to create a lasting impact in public health policy through partnerships with local organizations. Sood's leadership involves managing over 180 advocates and spearheading initiatives like Medicaid expansion and efforts to combat systemic racism.1
Sood is also a medical student at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, where they are pursuing their M.D. degree. Prior to this, Sood graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with dual degrees: a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Health Care Management and Policy.1 Their academic background and professional experiences reflect a strong commitment to addressing health disparities and improving healthcare outcomes through policy reform.1
