Jeri Burtchell

Jeri Burtchell serves as the Senior Graphic Designer and Director of Patient Initiatives at CorEvitas, LLC, focusing on enhancing clinical trial design through patient contributions. With a background in communications and advocacy, Jeri has been a Freelance Contributor for MS News at Healthline.com since 2013 and founded PartnersInResearch.org to educate multiple sclerosis patients about clinical trials. As a Patient Advocate Blogger for Gilenya and Me, Jeri documented participation in the TRANSFORMS clinical trial, fostering community connection among participants. Previous roles include owner of Starry Night Web Design and community leadership for Patients for Clinical Research. Jeri’s speaking engagements highlight personal experiences with multiple sclerosis and the Gilenya treatment journey. Education includes training at St. Augustine Technical Center and the University of Maryland, Overseas Division.