OUR Medical Advisory Council
Composed of passionate health professionals specializing in pediatrics, adolescent health, women’s health, infectious diseases, epidemiology, and mental health, Health Connected’s Medical Advisory Council shares a common dedication to adolescent sexual health. This council plays a vital role in supporting Health Connected’s mission and long-term vision for community impact by pursuing two key objectives. Firstly, they provide essential guidance and review to ensure that all instructional materials are medically accurate and developmentally appropriate. Secondly, they actively contribute to raising awareness within the healthcare community about the valuable work Health Connected is doing and its significant impact on youth.
RAMSEY KHASHO
PsyD
Dr. Ramsey Khasho is a licensed clinical psychologist and Chief Clinical Officer at Children’s Health Council. With expertise in pediatric anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, and family therapy, he has over 20 years of experience evaluating and treating children, teens, and families. He also teaches graduate-level courses and serves as a court-appointed expert for the State of California.
ANNE LIU
MD
Dr. Anne Liu is an Allergy/Immunology specialist affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Children’s Hospital and Stanford Hospital. With over 14 years of diverse experience, she holds academic appointments as a Clinical Assistant Professor and has published articles on topics related to immunology and infectious diseases, including HIV.
NIKI SAXENA
MD, MS, MBA
Dr. Niki Saxena is a dedicated pediatrician with nearly three decades of experience. She co-founded the Pediatric Wellness Group in Redwood City and has actively promoted wellness and provided excellent primary care for patients and their families. She has held leadership positions in medical associations and has earned her MBA.
JESSICA ROSENBERG
NP
Jessica is a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and Sexual Health Educator. She has worked with youth in healthcare, school, and camp settings for over 30 years. Jessica earned her Masters in Nursing at UCSF where she holds a guest clinical faculty role. She has been a community health educator and healthcare provider at various organizations including Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital, the Peninsula Jewish Community Center, Samaritan House, and Ravenswood Health Center. Jessica found her way to Health Connected when she brought Teen Talk Middle School to her kids’ K-8 school. She is passionate about public health, community self-efficacy, and youth empowerment. In her spare time, Jessica can be found enjoying the outdoors with her family.