Dr. Alexis Foreman

Biography

Alexis Gallardo Foreman is an Assistant Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. She holds Doctorate and Master's degrees in Nursing from Regis College, a Master's in Intercultural Relations from Lesley University, and a Bachelor's in Arts from Bethany College. Over the past 13 years, she has dedicated her career to serving marginalized patients and addressing barriers related to health disparities, including food and housing insecurity. Her early career experiences at East Boston Neighborhood Health Center enabled her to develop multilingual wellness programs focused on diabetes management. While working in the Pulmonary Department at Boston Medical Center, she has driven initiatives to reduce COPD hospital readmissions and improve patient access through education on social determinants of health. A trained Tobacco Cessation Specialist, she co-directs the Tobacco Dependence Treatment program, where she provides support to patients who need follow-up care. Her scholarly work includes research on long COVID and participation in pulmonary rehabilitation programs, emphasizing cultural sensitivity and accessibility for diverse patient groups. In addition, she actively participates in various committees focused on equity and inclusion within the healthcare system, advocating for greater diversity among healthcare providers.

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