Author Archives: Maria Tanko

About Maria Tanko

Maria Tanko is an emerging healthcare management professional with a strong focus on improving patient engagement and experience in primary care settings. Currently working as a Patient Engagement Coordinator, she manages patient engagement activities, oversees operational aspects of healthcare delivery, and plays a key role in ensuring high-quality service. Maria’s career journey is expanding into global health, where she aims to make a broader impact on healthcare systems worldwide. With a solid academic foundation and nearly completed Master of Public Health in Leadership, Maria is passionate about advancing healthcare management, improving patient outcomes, and contributing to global health initiatives.

When Health Meets Financial Insecurity

By | April 17, 2025

When we talk about chronic illness, the conversation usually centers on medications, treatment plans, or physical symptoms. But for those who live with long-term health conditions, it’s often about so much more than what’s happening in the body. Chronic illness doesn’t just disrupt routines—it affects how people work, plan, connect with others, and, crucially, how… Read More »