Jalak Patel

UConn School of Pharmacy, Class of 2016

I am from North Haven, Connecticut. I have had experiential learning opportunities at independent, retail, and hospital pharmacies. My volunteer experience includes time with various departments at the Yale New Haven Hospital.

My experiences have made me realize how important it is to interact with a variety of populations, especially underserved populations. I have seen the terrible impact that being uninsured can have on a person. As a result, I would like to learn more about interacting with underserved populations in order to better provide them with healthcare. I would also like learn more about working with an interdisciplinary team, which I feel allows for the most efficient care for a patient. I believe through UST, I will be able to broaden my experiences in these areas.