Expertise
General ob/gyn topics, abortion, pregnancy, IVF, contraception, medical training
About
Rachael Robertson is a staff writer on the enterprise and investigative team at MedPage Today and hosts the biweekly health news podcast MedPod Today. Previously, she interned at Everyday Health, and her print, data, and audio stories have appeared in MedPage Today, Everyday Health, Gizmodo, the Bronx Times, and multiple podcasts.
Prior to going into journalism, Robertson worked in eldercare. She earned her master's degree from the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY and her bachelor's degree from Allegheny College. She is a yinzer hailing from the three rivers of Pittsburgh, but now lives in Brooklyn, New York.
Education
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in Journalism, Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at City University of New York
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication Arts, Allegheny College, Meadville, Pennsylvania
Awards
- Association of LGBTQ Journalists
Professional Organizations
Book & Media Recommendations
Under the Skin by Linda Villarosa
Latest Work
Latest contributions from Rachael Robertson, in Abortion, Cardiovascular Diseases, Cardiovascular Diseases, Contraception & Safe Sex, Coronavirus, Depression, Diabetes, Digestive Health, E. Coli, Food Safety, Kidney Diseases, Menstrual Cycle & Disorders, Neurological Disorders, Pediatric Health, Public Health, Rheumatic Diseases, Sexual Wellness, Skin Sun Safety, Wound Care