Public Health Epidemiology Conversations

There will always be the need for professionals to make informed, evidence-based decisions when it comes to public health.

Dr. Paul Arora, vice president of Cytel, joins us today to discuss the importance of using evidence to make decisions about public health, to explain quantitative bias analysis, and share his passion for oncology. Tune in to hear all about what drew Paul to public health, how his epidemiology background makes him excellent at his job, and even get some pearls of wisdom for pursuing a career in public health.

Thanks for listening in!

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Public Health Entrepreneurs

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Our guest today is part of a special sponsored series of episodes where listeners will learn about MITRE through conversations with leaders across the organization.

Joining us on today’s episode is Dr. E. Oscar Alleyne, the Managing Director of the Public Health Division at MITRE Health, a federally funded research and development center or FFRDC. He is deeply passionate about elevating and improving the health outcomes of communities, as people are the business of public health!

In this conversation we hear about the defining moment that rocketed him into the public health sector and his opinion on the bigger public health family. He eloquently explains the principles of MITRE and details the range of services available in his division. He shares how a grasp of public health or epidemiology can greatly impact the effectiveness of his work and leaves listeners who are wanting to pursue a similar career with sound advice.

This episode is filled with invaluable perspectives and will interest anyone from students to senior and executive level career professionals, to entrepreneurs, and everyone in between! So be sure to tune in and start listening now. 

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This could be exactly what you’ve been needing! 

In this bonus episode, you’ll learn about an opportunity to receive coaching, guidance, and support in person this year. Location options include the United States and the United Kingdom. By tuning into this bonus episode, you will learn about the event including locations, dates, and exactly who should be attending. There’s even a bit of myth-busting included.

Tune in for all of the details!

Do not overlook this opportunity or miss out on something that could be a great fit for you. 

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Today’s guest is one of the many people who are impacting public health in an unconventional way. Princess Jennings is the founder of Community Tracking Services, a data collection company focused on building relationships and trust among the communities it serves.

She joins us to tell us about her life, how she got introduced to public health, her passion for the mental health and substance abuse population, what her company does, and so much more!

We delve into how her ‘Data Bounty Hunters’ build trust in their communities, the services they provide, and how her knowledge of epidemiology and public health helps her serve her clients. Finally, she shares some words of wisdom for aspiring data collectors looking to make a difference.

To hear all this and find out how Princess is connected to our last guest, Dr. Joyee Washington, tune in now!

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When too big of a gap exists between researchers, project implementers, and communities, more harm than good ends up being done (even when those people have the best intentions).

Dr. Joyee Washington, founder of Joyee Washington Consulting, joins us in the episode to explain how she is helping to bridge that gap. Tune in today to hear her thoughts on how public health researchers can conduct research “with” rather than “on” communities and why this is the key to affecting positive change.

Driven by her passion for improving lives and spreading joy in the Mississippi community that she knows and loves, Dr. Joyee is revolutionizing public health research.

Don’t miss this inspiring episode with a real powerhouse in our field! 

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Show Notes Episode 311

Welcome to another episode in our special sponsored series about the Tribal Epidemiology Centers (TECs) and the public health professionals who work there.

Today’s guest is Gary Piercey, who joins us to discuss his career journey in public health and his commitment to serving tribal communities at the Southern Plains Tribal Health Board (SPTHB). We take a deep dive into some of the programs that Gary is excited about right now, including an 8-week internship program known as the Tribal Health Experiential Student Internship Seminar (THESIS).

We also discuss how the SPTHB promotes innovation and leadership skills, and Gary shares his advice for aspiring public health professionals, highlighting the power of continuous education.

For all this and more, be sure to tune in to this conversation with Gary Piercey!

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Today’s episode is a random mix of updates, encouragement, and support as well as a sneak peek into what’s happening behind the scenes at DrCHHuntley LLC.

Tuning in you’ll hear about our excitement at a positive review of the podcast and what this means for us as well as our gratitude for a supportive social media post. Dr. Huntley encourages listeners in public health to continue to show up. She also suggests that if you need some encouragement or support, sometimes the best way to get it is to give it.

For those who may be new to the podcast, Dr. Huntley introduces herself, her business DrCHHuntley LLC, and the services they offer before telling us about some of the exciting things she has planned. You’ll hear about VIP Days, what they entail, the event Dr. Huntley is attending in Manchester, UK, and other opportunities and resources open to entrepreneurs.

Tune in today for a look at the rewarding nature of Dr. Huntley’s work and some of the exciting opportunities available to those of us in public health!

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Addressing the challenges of health literacy within communities is an important responsibility of public health professionals.

Joining us today is an incredibly thoughtful and creative public health leader, Zainab Shipchandler to discuss her illustrious career and what her company does to improve health literacy. Zainab is a master certified health education specialist and the owner of ZRF Group, with both a master’s degree concentrating on maternal and child health and a bachelor’s degree in Asian studies.

Tuning in, you’ll hear about our guest’s background, how a family member’s struggles with Parkinson's inspired her to pursue public health as a career, why she is so passionate about health literacy, and so much more! Zainab delves into her business, ZRF Group Inc before explaining her master’s level background in health education and how her understanding of public health and epidemiology helps her serve her clients. Finally, Zainab shares some advice for anyone interested in working in public health.

Thank you for listening in!

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Public Health Consulting

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If you’re feeling discouraged about the current state of the public health workforce, this episode is for you!

Today we discuss some of the things that weigh heavily on the public health community and how we can be the change we want to see in this field. You’ll hear about the great public health workforce shortage, the need for increased funding, and other challenges we face, before we break down what you can do if you’re feeling discouraged.

You’ll hear about why you should revisit what brought you to public health to begin with, and other questions you can ask yourself to better understand your motivations for continuing to work in this field.

We contemplate whether or not it might actually be the right thing to walk away from public health altogether and then, for those who choose to stay, you’ll hear a list of things to do to reignite your passion for public health and help you to be the change you want to see in this field.

Public Health Entrepreneurs:

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Public Health Consulting

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There is not enough data and information to make effective health decisions for Tribal communities in America.

Joining us today is an epidemiologist at the forefront of trying to solve that problem. Erik Ohlrogge is the Program Director at Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Epidemiology Center, which supports tribal communities in their efforts to improve health by assisting with data needs through community-based research, partnership development, technical assistance, and education.

In this episode, Erik shares what the company focuses on, the populations they serve, how he ended up there, and what his role at the organization entails. We discuss the challenges they face in their mission, before Erik describes his definition of epidemiology and why he is glad his career went slightly off course.

Finally, our guest shares some advice about staying curious and asking questions for students pursuing a career in public health. To hear all this and more, tune in now!

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