Rachel Desmond, M.D., M.S.

An accomplished healthcare professional and proactive self-starter with expertise in clinical teaching, EMR optimization, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for innovative problem-solving and delivering effective solutions in fast-paced environments. Committed to promoting inclusive workplace culture and patient-centered care.

• NRMP Strategy Consultant - Freelancer, Remote/Virtual | May 2023 - Present
• USMLE Step Strategist - Freelancer, Remote/Virtual | Dec 2022 - Present
• Virtual Lecturer of Medicine, Pathology Dept. - Bay University School of Medicine, Aruba | May 2023 - Jul 2023
• Higher Education Tutor - Freelancer, Remote/Virtual | Jul 2019 - Dec 2022
• Clinical Preceptor of Respiratory Care - Goodwin University, CT | Jun 2012 - Sept 2012
• Lecturer of Respiratory Care - University of Hartford, CT | Sept 2011 - Jun 2013
• Respiratory Care Student Advisor - University of Hartford, CT | Sept 2011 - Jun 2013
• Lecturer of Health Sciences - University of Hartford, CT | Sept 2011 - Jun 2013
• DME Respiratory Patient Educator - Sleep Management Solutions, CT | Mar 2010 - Jul 2011
• Respiratory Therapist, RRT-NPS - Critical Care - Mercy Medical, MA/Manchester Memorial, Rockville Hospital, Norwalk Hospital, CT | Sept 2009 - Dec 2013
• Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Preceptorship - Lee Health System, FL | Aug 2024 - Sept 2024
• Sleep Medicine Clinical Extern - Lee Health System, FL | Oct 2024 - Nov 2024
• Neurology Telehealth Extern - Neurological Institute of Los Angeles, CA | Oct 2022 - Nov 2022
• Internal Medicine Clinical Extern - JC Medical Institute, FL | Jun 2022 - Oct 2022
• Neurology Clinical Extern - Synapse Neurology, FL | Aug 2021 - Oct 2021
• Diagnostic Radiology Observership - Proscan Imaging, OH | Apr 2021 - May 2021
• Interventional Pain Management Extern - Omni Pain & Precision, NY | Mar 2020 - Apr 2020
• ACGME Anesthesia Designated General Surgery Residency Intern - Harlem Hospital Center, NY | Jul 2018 - Jun 201

• M.D. Medicine - St. George’s University School of Medicine - 2018
• M.S. Neuroscience - University of Hartford - 2012 (cum laude)
• B.S. Respiratory Care/Pre-Medicine - University of Hartford - 2009 (cum laude)