Patricia Christensen 

Policy and Program Analyst

Patricia joined OKPCA as a Volunteer in Service to America (VISTA) Leader in November 2009, focusing on policy and research during her year of service.  Following the completion of her term in November 2010, she continued at the PCA as a Policy and Program Analyst. She assists OKPCA staff to foster communication of research and policy information to, for, and about health care safety net providers such as community health centers.  Her primary focus is on supporting OKPCA's grassroots advocacy and outreach efforts.

Patricia earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in Business Administration (concentrating in International Business) and Economics from Park University (Parkville, MO) in 1998 and 2001, respectively. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Cameron University (Lawton, OK) in 2002. Patricia has also served two years as an AmeriCorps*VISTA and completed a two-year term as a Peace Corps volunteer (Ukraine 2004-2006). 

Patricia can be contacted by phone at (405) 424-2282 ext. 118 or via email at pchristensen@okpca.org.