Dr. Maru is an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Health Systems Design and Global Health and Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science. Dr. Maru is an Advisor for the organization Possible, supporting health systems strengthening and implementation science work in rural Nepal. Her research is focused on improving healthcare access and quality for women and children in rural South Asia. Additionally, she is an attending physician at Elmhurst Hospital where she practices as a generalist ObGyn and is exploring collaborations in global and community health.