A trailblazer in every sense of the word, Betsy-Ann Assoumou ’05 has combined intellect, perseverance, and compassion to forge an inspiring path through medicine, business, and public service.  

Currently a family medicine resident at Cheshire Medical Center, part of Dartmouth Health in Keene, New Hampshire, Assoumou is part of a new generation of physicians redefining what it means to care for patients with empathy, cultural awareness, and clinical excellence. Her choice to specialize in family medicine—a field known for its intensity and personal investment—reflects her deep commitment to service and community impact.  

Before entering medicine, Assoumou built a successful career in finance, earning a bachelor’s in chemistry from Williams College and a master’s in accounting from Northeastern University. She rose to the position of Chief Financial Officer for Health Goes Global, a nonprofit advancing preventative health efforts worldwide. But following the death of her mother—who had emigrated from Côte d’Ivoire to pursue her doctorate and instilled in Betsy-Ann a fierce dedication to education—Betsy-Ann felt called to make a greater impact. Assoumou went on to earn a master’s in medical science from the University of Vermont and, in 2024, her doctorate.  

Assoumou credits Williston with helping to shape the resilient spirit that carried her through this journey. In a recent interview with the Williston Northampton School Bulletin, she reflected on formative experiences at the school—lessons in perseverance, self-awareness, and the courage to keep showing up even when the path ahead isn’t easy.  

Today, she is more than a physician. She is a mentor, educator, and advocate working to build a more inclusive and responsive healthcare system. Her story is one of grit, heart, and unwavering purpose—and an inspiration to the Williston Northampton community and beyond.