About Me
My interest in healthcare is grounded in a genuine desire to help others live healthier, more informed lives, and to meet each person with respect, empathy, and encouragement.
I’m Laurie Classon. I am completing my BS in Health and Wellness at Purdue Global with a 3.78 GPA, where I am exploring how preventive healthcare, patient education, and evidence-based wellness can support quality of life across diverse populations.
This portfolio connects my academic work with my professional experience in healthcare. It offers space to reflect on the strengths I am developing, the values that guide my decisions, and the contributions I hope to make to patients, colleagues, and the broader healthcare community.
Healthcare experience
I bring extensive hands-on experience in OB-GYN, urology, and pulmonology, where I have supported patient care, assisted healthcare providers with clinical procedures, and provided patient education. My background also includes coordinating referrals, obtaining medication prior authorizations, and helping patients navigate their healthcare needs. These experiences have strengthened my clinical knowledge, communication skills, and commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.
Image illustrating my commitment to collaborative, patient-centered health education.
Care rooted in knowledge and compassion.
Three core commitments guide the way I approach health, learning, and professional growth.
Preventive healthcare
I value proactive, preventive approaches that help people understand risk, build sustainable habits, and support long-term well-being, with a focus on meeting individuals where they are and encouraging realistic, meaningful change.
Patient education
I believe clear, respectful, and culturally sensitive health information can help people feel more involved in decisions about their care, reduce anxiety, and create a stronger partnership between patients and providers.
Evidence-based wellness
I aim to connect credible research with practical, everyday strategies that reflect individual needs, real-world circumstances, and evolving best practices in health and wellness.
Growing with intention.
Strengths I am developing
My learning priorities include evaluating health information thoughtfully, communicating clearly with patients and teams, and approaching each individual’s wellness needs with empathy, cultural awareness, and respect.
Education and personal growth
My studies in the Bachelor of Science in Health and Wellness program at Purdue University Global have strengthened my understanding of preventive healthcare, patient education, and evidence-based wellness. Maintaining a 3.78 GPA, earning recognition on the Chancellor's List and Dean's List, and becoming a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) reflect my dedication to academic excellence. These experiences have strengthened my confidence, expanded my knowledge, and prepared me for continued professional growth in healthcare.
Looking ahead
Looking forward, I plan to pursue a master’s degree and build a career in healthcare or pharmaceuticals, with a continued focus on prevention, patient education, and evidence-informed practice. My goal is to keep developing the knowledge, judgment, and compassion needed to turn sound evidence into meaningful support for the people I serve.