Join Vrushangi on the Fellowship Review through the American Journal of Healthcare Strategy as she interviews Sandy Amorado, an MPH graduate and associate government consultant at Mercer. Sandy shares her journey from her undergrad and grad school at St. Louis University to her fellowship at Hartford HealthCare in Connecticut. She discusses the unique experience of working with SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, the importance of mentorship, and the challenges of the fellowship interview process. Sandy also provides valuable advice for early careerists interested in healthcare fellowships and insights into her current role as an associate government consultant in Minnesota. 00:00 Introduction and Interview Preparation 00:29 Meet Sandy Amorado 01:14 Educational Background and Early Career 02:10 Graduate Administrative Internship Experience 03:56 Applying for Fellowships 06:40 Fellowship Experience at Hartford Healthcare 10:48 Life in Connecticut 12:35 Post-Fellowship Career Path 14:48 Living in Minnesota 16:32 Advice for Fellowship Applicants