Law Student Thinks Across Disciplines, Connects Ideas

The Pittsburgh-area native previously earned a master’s in public health and worked in the field as a data analyst for Vermont Public Health. With her law degree, Trello hopes to meld these interests. Her future in health law will allow her to focus on regulations and policies governing health care in government settings or the private sector.
 
As president of Duquesne’s Health Law Society, she’s been able to get a running start on this work. In her role, she educates law students about health law careers and arranges speakers and events to expand students’ horizons and foster collaboration.  
 
Through this work, Trello has discovered new possibilities in law and sees how it connects to other disciplines in meaningful, productive ways.
 
“I feel like I'm a part of something very important and integral in society,” said Trello. “Public health is something that more lawyers should choose to be part of their professional lives.”
 
Trello also recognizes that health and law overlap for everyone–not just for those working in or studying these fields.
 
“Health and law are integral in our daily lives and in combination so often, whether you think about it or not,” said Trello. “For example, if you think of patient-care policies like HIPAA or drug policies, that is health and law.”
 
Based on her positive experiences in the classroom and through off-campus work, Trello has the professional confidence to continue a meaningful role in government or public health. And she’s proud that the Duquesne University College of Osteopathic Medicine will educate the next generation of physicians who will exemplify the University’s long-standing commitment to promoting health care equity in the region. 
 
“Duquesne students in the health profession programs are already contributing to the wellbeing of our communities,” said Trello. “Now we are putting forth more professionals in the health sphere, and that's a great thing.”
 
Trello is excited for future law students and the collaborative opportunities that await them.
 
“Through the Health Law Society, they might have the ability to partner with medical students for workshops or projects to create a better world,” she said.
 
As her time on campus comes to an end, Trello wishes incoming students well and knows they’ll appreciate the same warmth and camaraderie she found on the Bluff.
 
“Everyone on campus is friendly and they're willing to help. Always ask questions because the campus is so close-knit and kind,” said Trello. “And take advantage of our view–it’s a great chance to get those photos.”