Public Health Careers podcast episode with Stephanie Wang
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Stephanie Wang, a rising junior at Harvard, shares her journey and passion for public health.

She discusses her journey to starting the Health Disparities Think Tank, a student-led research to policy pipeline, to address health disparities and empower students to pursue research and advocacy in their areas of interest.

The Health Disparities Think Tank is an organization that focuses on addressing health disparities through research and policy advocacy. Their model involves students working in groups, conducting thorough literature reviews, and creating papers that are used to match them with mentors.

Stephanie is also author of Epidemiology Unmasked: An Introduction to Epidemiology in Public Health.


Chapters:
@0:00 Trailer
@1:48 How are you showing up today?
@2:34 Who is Stephanie Wang?
@3:18 How your interest in public health grew?
@6:18 Interest in STEM
@9:31 Epidemiology Unmasked
@14:17 What sparked you to write a book?
@19:29 Health Disparities Think Tank
@43:29 Favorites (books, podcasts, movie, etc.)

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Public Health Careers podcast episode with Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH
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📲Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH

Jimica Tchamako, MBA, MPH a Director of Business Unit (Informatics) at The Task Force for Global Health, Inc..

With over 15 years experience working in the health sector, she is passionate about digital transformation strategies and making a positive impact in the global community.

She conferred a Bachelor of Science in Human and Organizational Development, International Leadership and Development, and Political Science from Vanderbilt University. Master
of Public Health in Informatics and a Master of Business Administration from Emory University.

In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about
1. Her journey into public health
2. Understanding the problem and engaging stakeholders are key in managing change when adopting new healthcare technologies.
3. Sustainability in implementing software and systems in public health and health care organizations requires buy-in from people within the organization.
4. Public health is about more than disease prevention—it's about fostering thriving communities and improving quality of life.
5. An MBA offers a broader view of public health and the role of business in building communities.
6. Leadership as a Black woman in public health is challenging, but confidence and authenticity are essential.

And much much more!

Chapters:
@0:00 Trailer
@3:00 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background?
@6:20 How do you approach change management?
@15:57 How do you see digital transformation shaping the future of public health?
@23:15 What does public health mean to you?
@24:56 B.S. from Vanderbilt University
@31:18 Any undergrad takeaway(s)?
@34:20 Management Consultant at Huron
@41:05 Senior Business Analyst and MPH in Informatics at Emory University
@45:38 Various Roles at The Task Force for Global Health, Inc.
@1:00:04 Master of Business Administration from Emory University.
@1:03:46 Journey from management consulting to public health leadership
@1:07:23 Where can people connect with you and where would you like to see yourself in the future?
@1:08:47 The Furious Five

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Public Health Careers podcast episode with Dr. Marcia Zorrilla with DrPH, MPH, MCHES®, SUDRC
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Dr. Marcia Zorrilla, DrPH, MPH, MCHES®, SUDRC is Director of Positive Youth Development and Public Health Specialist at Stanford University School of Medicine.

She has over 25 years of experience as a health educator and a combined 27 years of experience developing the clinic’s Youth Advisory Board and providing nutrition education classes at Juvenile Justice Centers.

She conferenced a Bachelors in Animal Sciences from Cornell University, a Master of Public Health in Community Health from New York University, a Doctor of Public Health at Loma Linda University and is certified as in Addiction and Recovery Counseling.

In today’s episode you’ll hear and learn more about
1. Working at the intersection of youth mental health and substance misuse
2. Youth advisory boards play a crucial role in public health work, providing valuable insights and empowering youth to become advocates and leaders.
3. Taking time for oneself is essential for maintaining mental health and overall well-being.
4. Program planning is a valuable skill in public health, enabling the development of effective interventions and initiatives.
5. Finding the right fit in a graduate public health program is important, so research schools and talk to alumni and current students to get a sense of the program.
6. Engaging with youth in a non-punitive way and creating spaces for learning and teaching together is crucial in substance misuse prevention.

And much more!

Chapters:
@0:00 Trailer
@2:45 How do you identify & tell us a little about your personal background?
@8:02 Over 15 years of experience in health education
@10:37 Why is it important to have Youth Advisory Boards?
@15:25 What does public health mean to you?
@20:41 Bachelors in Animal Sciences at Cornell University
@27:38 Masters of Public Health in Community Health at New York University
@37:39 Graduate Takeaways?
@39:56 Position for Youth at Balboa Teen Health Center
@48:22 Doctor of Public Health in Health Education at Loma Linda University
@54:55 DrPH takeaways or advice & Adjunct Faculty at Montclair State University
@59:05 Public Health Specialist & Director of Positive Youth Development at Stanford University School of Medicine
@1:07:35 Where would you like to see yourself in the future + Where can people connect with you?
@1:10:09 The Furious Five

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