In this episode, we speak with Dr. Linda Collins, Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences and Director of the Center for Advancement and Dissemination of Intervention Optimization (cadio). She shares her expertise in the new intervention optimization paradigm, which integrates ideas from several disparate fields to develop optimized interventions for unparalleled effectiveness and efficiency in public health. We delve into the definition of interventions in public health and how human behavior influences the field. Professor Collins also shares various case studies showcasing the collaborative nature of public health across all disciplines, and we talk about the vital work happening at cadio. On April 19, 2023, join NYU School of Global Public Health for an event titled "Intervention Optimization: GPH's Answer to the Public Health Challenge of Behavior Change" hosted by the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Center for Advancement and Dissemination of Intervention Optimization (cadio). The hybrid event will occur from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm EST at 708 Broadway, Room 801, and online via Zoom, followed by open discussion and a reception. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn about cutting-edge approaches to public health interventions! RSVP: bit.ly/3KB8taE Center for Advancement and Dissemination of Intervention Optimization (cadio) website: https://cadio.org/ Dr. Linda Collins Bio: https://publichealth.nyu.edu/faculty/linda-collins To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP124 Optimizing Public Health Interventions with Dr. Linda Collins

In this episode, we speak with Mentalla Ismail, the founder and executive director of Refuge Collaborative. Her organization provides support and resources to refugees and immigrants in the United States by educating and advocating for their healthcare needs. Mentalla holds a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and Biomedical Sciences, an MPH from the University of Cincinnati, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Public Health degree from NYU School of Global Public Health. Mentalla shares her personal story of how she developed her passion for helping refugees and immigrants and how she established and maintained a successful non-profit organization. She also talks about her experience giving a TED Talk about the importance of seeking refuge. If you're interested in starting a non-profit organization and want to understand the importance of leadership and perseverance in the public health sector, this podcast is a must-listen. Mentalla’s NGO: https://www.refugecollaborative.org Mentalla’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zXFaGr9BHeQ To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP123 Nonprofit Leadership with Mentalla Ismail

The NYU Center for Anti-racism, Social Justice & Public Health (CASJPH) is a research and advocacy center at NYU GPH. The center aims to advance health equity by addressing the root causes of health inequities and promoting social justice. CASJPH focuses on the intersection of racism and health, recognizing that racism is a fundamental determinant of health outcomes. The center conducts research, engages in policy advocacy, and provides training and education to promote anti-racism and social justice in public health. CASJPH's research focuses on several key areas, including the impact of structural racism on health, the role of racism in shaping health policies and systems, and the development of strategies to promote anti-racism and social justice in public health. The center also works to engage with and support communities impacted by health inequities. In this episode we speak with Dr. Melody Goodman & Danielle Joyner. Dr. Goodman is the co-director of the NYU Center for Anti-racism, Social Justice & Public Health (CASJPH) and is a key leader in advancing the center's mission of promoting health equity and social justice through research, advocacy, and education. Danielle Joyner is the Project Coordinator for the center and is playing an integral role in its establishment and daily operations at NYU. CASJPH Website: https://publichealth.nyu.edu/w/casjph CASPJH Twitter: https://twitter.com/nyu_casjph CASJPH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nyu_casjph/ To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP122 CASJPH - NYU’s Center for Anti-racism, Social Justice & Public Health

In this episode we talk to Dr. Theresa Castillo, Chief Program Officer at HealthRight International, a non-profit partner of NYU GPH that has worked to improve critical public health systems in Ukraine since 2005. Even after Russia invaded Ukraine a year ago, HealthRight continued its HIV, mental health, violence prevention and maternal and child health programs in-country. But it has also had to pivot to key humanitarian services, creating mobile crisis teams to reunite families, arranging safe passage, managing supply chains and providing counseling. And though media interest in Ukraine’s plight has ebbed and flowed, the need for donations to support resilience and rebuilding continues. Hear Dr. Castillo's compelling description of how HealthRight has helped more than a million people despite the ongoing war, including a new initiative to “care for the carers” -- the first responders -- and efforts to find opportunities for people to plan for the future. For more information about HealthRight International and its programs visit http://www.healthright.org. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP121 Rebuilding a Resilient Ukraine with HealthRight's Dr. Theresa Castillo

DeRonn Kidd received his Master of Public Health with a concentration in Community and International Health in 2014. He is currently serving as a Senior Manager at Aetna, a CVS Health company, the nation’s largest healthcare company. Prior to that he worked on the Health Services Strategy and Innovation team at CVS. In his past roles, DeRonn has worked within Retail Pharmacy Strategy while focusing on new projects related to growth opportunities in pharmacy. His work entails responding to high-level business questions from senior executives, working on special projects, and ideating net new ideas. In this episode, DeRonn debunks some common misconceptions about the contentious pharmaceutical sector. What is the truth behind all the speculations? DeRonn also explains how he went from having a BA in brain, behavior, and cognitive science to working in public health and ultimately earning an MBA. DeRonn created a public health path that is special to him thanks to his multifaceted experiences. This episode is jam-packed with information to help you understand the pharmaceutical industry and start your own public health journey. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP120 The Reality Behind Pharma with DeRonn Kidd

Dr. Rumi Chunara is an Associate Professor at New York University, where she is jointly appointed at the School of Global Public Health (in Biostatistics and Epidemiology) and the Tandon School of Engineering (in Computer Science). Her PhD is from the Harvard-MIT Division of Health Sciences and Technology, and her BSc is from Caltech. Her research focuses on the design and development of data science and machine learning methods to address challenges related to data and public and population health goals, as well as fairness and ethics in the design and use of data and algorithms embedded in social systems. She is one of the MIT Technology Review Innovators under 35, NSF Career, Facebook Research and Max Planck Sabbatical award winner. In this episode, Rumi talks about the importance of data science and machine learning in the world of public health alongside launching the NYU-Moi Data Science for Social Determinants Training Program initiative which is a collaboration with NYU and Moi university in Kenya.  To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP119 Engineering a Healthier Future with Dr. Rumi Chunara

In this episode, we chat with Josh Prasad, who is currently pursuing his DrPH at NYU GPH. His public health experience ranges from the government sector to private enterprise, and with his multifaceted expertise, he is now pursuing an entrepreneurial venture with his company FWD Slash. Tune into this episode to learn about how he discovered his entrepreneurial calling in the world of public health, and gain inspiration and guidance for your own path. To learn more about his venture visit https://www.fwdslash.org/ To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP118 Finding Your Entrepreneurial Path with Joshua Prasad

In this episode, we chat with Michael Burbella, a student in the Public Health Nutrition MPH program at NYU GPH. Michael is an executive chef who has been cooking for over 25 years. He has had extensive international experience working in Michelin 2 and 3-star restaurants, traveling the world through various countries around Europe (Italy, Czech Republic, Slovakia) and Asia (India, Cambodia, Vietnam). With all this knowledge, Michael believes everyone should have access to healthy food choices regardless of their socioeconomic background or income level. In the future, he aspires to work with national or international local and state government officials and agencies to accomplish this goal. This episode sheds light on various important issues when it comes to nutrition around the world.  More on Michael: https://www.chefmichaelburbella.com/ To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP117 From Michelin Star Chef to NYU GPH with Michael Burbella

In this episode we speak with Jackie Saltarelli, Program Manager at the New York City Treats Tobacco program, about the world of grant writing. How does one get a grant for their projects? What is it like working with a grant? How does one navigate the world of grant applications? This episode is filled with a wealth of tips and insights about the grant world. In addition, Jackie shares her personal story doing a career pivot into public health, and finding her way into the Tobacco space with the NYC Treats Tobacco program.  Learn More: https://publichealth.nyu.edu/w/nyctt To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP116 A Grant Writing MasterClass with Jackie Saltarelli

In this episode, we chat with NYU GPH students from a variety of specialties. We learn about each individual&#39;s GPH journey and what it means to be a GPH student after one year into the program. This is an episode that goes deep into the mindset and motivations behind a true NYU GPH student. All our guests share their individual paths before coming to GPH alongside how NYU GPH has impacted their journey so far. They give us a glimpse into their future goals and dreams in the world of Public Health. Guests: Corrinne Tendo is a 2nd-year full-time online student in Global Health concentration. Relocating from the USA to Canada, the online MPH program has allowed Corrinne to pursue her degree at a world-class university with experienced faculty in different research fields. During Corrinne’s first year at NYU, she has completed most of the required courses in addition to electives such as Writing Grants and Funding and Public Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Her interests are advocating, developing, and implementing policies that will help strengthen health care systems in vulnerable populations and Lower- and Middle-Income Countries. Although online, Corrinne has been able to participate in different programs at GPH. She is one of the co-directors of the Applied Global Public Health Initiative Lab (AGPHI) for the upcoming school year. She also is the Team Lead for a project focused on developing surveillance and control recommendations for a Neglected Tropical Disease known as Mycetoma in Ethiopia. In addition, as a member of the Climate-Related Displacement Team, Corrinne is working on developing a study protocol to analyze the climate-related challenges of food security and migration experienced by vulnerable populations in southern Madagascar. Mehak Paul is a General Physician (M.B.B.S.) from India and has just completed her first year of MPH with a concentration in Public Health Policy &amp; Management at the School of Global Public Health, NYU. She was elected and recently re-elected as the Graduate Events Officer for GPH&#39;s Student Governing Council through which she organized many fun events like the Halloween Haunted House GPH Tour, Women&#39;s Day Book Exchange, Mental Health Wellness Workshop and the GPH&#39;s Public Health Week. During her first year of MPH, Mehak took Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Global Environmental Health, Public Health Policy and Value-based healthcare. Her objective is to move the healthcare system towards a more value-based and patient-centered delivery system. As part of her internship, she is working at NYC Health+ Hospitals/Elmhurst with CEO Pierre Pham and helping the Department of Patient Experience launch their &#39;Care Partner Program&#39; to improve patient experience as well as the hospital&#39;s global standing. Rebecca Yu is a Master’s student in the Biostatistics Department concentrating in Data Science at NYU School of Global Public Health. She has taken classes in Epidemiology, Bi

EP115 Student Ambassadors: The NYU GPH Journey

In this episode, we speak with current NYU GPH students, where they share all the insights of their journey from their first day at NYU GPH. This episode is for those individuals who are interested in learning more about life at NYU school of global public health when it comes to food, classes, study spaces, and more! Our students explore their individual journeys and give great insight into what it is like to be a student at NYU GPH alongside life in the mighty New York City. Tune in to learn more about their fascinating experiences and soak in all their tips and tricks to navigating life at NYU. Guests: Zhihao (Edward) Chen graduated with his Bachelor of Science with a concentration in Computational Biology in 2021. He is currently a Master of Science student in the NYU GPH Biostatistics department. As part of the Tobacco Research Lab, Zhihao’s research focuses on the application of Bayesian Network on Causal Inference, specifically on the Population Assessment of Tobacco and Health (PATH) dataset in the United States. In the past, he has worked as contributor on the r02pro coding textbook for the R language, and helped revise the new version of the book for teaching purposes. Nina Abukahok completed her first year of my MPH at NYU with a concentration in Epidemiology. Nina moved to New York from Florida, where she completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Florida and worked as a medical assistant in a level I trauma center emergency department. Nina’s career goal as a future epidemiologist is to work in mental health and substance abuse research. Nina&#39;s current internship focuses on substance abuse prevention in the Bronx. She is also the co-president of the EPIC club at NYU. Natalie Pinder is an international student from Australia currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology. She originally moved to the United States for her undergraduate degree where she also played field hockey. Throughout her time in America, Natalie has visited 10 different States, and is hoping to hit 15 by the time she returns to Australia. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Natalie became intrigued by the interconnectedness of public health and clinical medicine, which ultimately inspired her to pursue an MPH. In her first year as a Master’s student here at NYU, Natalie completed courses encompassing biostatistics and regression analysis, epidemiological methods and analysis, global environmental health, law, &amp; policy, and epidemiologic research methods. Natalie is also very passionate about living a life of service to others, and has been involved in volunteer roles through field hockey, and Meals on Wheels, and also worked as a Patient Care Assistant in a hospital during one peak of the pandemic. Currently, Natalie is involved in a research project under Dr. PhuongThao Le of NYU, where she is working to develop a native mobile app that will provide psychological support to cancer patients

EP114 Student Ambassadors: Day One at NYU GPH

In this episode, we chat with Shahmir Ali (PhD in Public Health and Social and Behavioral Sciences at NYU GPH) & Stella Chong (Program Associate, Department of Population Health, NYU Grossman) about their publication: Social Media Use and Misinformation Among Asian Americans During COVID-19. In an effort to understand social media’s unique impact on this underserved, underrepresented, and often invisible community of Asian Americans, Shahmir and Stella published a study examining recent research, news, and reports on COVID-19 among Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and South Asian Americans. The paper calls attention to the unique, complex misinformation found on some social media -- and it documents a growing public health problem in need of tailored policies and interventions. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP113 Tackling an Asian American Infodemic with Shahmir Ali and Stella Chong

We speak with Dr. Danielle Ompad (Associate Dean for Education and Associate Professor of Epidemiology at NYU School of Global Public Health) about her current publication of copycat cannabis edibles and their possible detrimental impacts to our communities. She walks us through the basics of the world of cannabis within our healthcare space and highlights the importance of sharing your public health expertise with the media and the public. Read press release:  https://www.nyu.edu/about/news-publications/news/2022/april/copycat-cannabis-edible-study.html Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts (https://apple.co/2Da9QqH), Spotify (http://spoti.fi/2G6lWEq) or wherever you get your podcasts. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP112 The Risks of Copycat Cannabis Edibles with Dr. Danielle Ompad

In this episode, we speak with Dr. José Pagán (Professor and Chair of the Department of Public Health Policy and Management at NYU GPH) and Helen Arteaga Landaverde (Chief Executive Officer at New York City Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst). They walk us through their personal journeys building each of their highly accomplished careers, and share the habits, principles and workflows they used to find success within the public health sector. We discuss the work involved in managing a large hospital, the concept of safety net hospitals and the life-changing power of building healthy communities. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP111 Managing NYC’s Largest Hospital with Dr. José Pagán and Helen Arteaga Landaverde

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Lawrence Yang. Dr. Yang has received extensive interdisciplinary training, including clinical psychology (Boston University), psychiatric epidemiology (Columbia University) and medical anthropology (Harvard University). We chat with Dr. Yang about his current endeavors with the Li Ka Shing Foundation for global mental health and wellness - to overcome the stigma commonly associated with mental illness and disseminate evidence-based mental health interventions worldwide. The Li Ka Shing Initiative is funded by a generous gift of $500,000 with the ambitious goal of developing the next generation of leaders who will advance knowledge, policy, research, and practice, reframing mental health and wellness within the global public health paradigm which will be led by Dr. Yang. Additionally, we talk about the development of mental health, it’s impact and awareness around the globe and what we can do when it comes to the concept of the important subject of mental health.  To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP110 Navigating Mental Health and Stigma with Lawrence Yang

In this episode, we chat with MPH students Sara Bond & Lisa Daronatsy about the unconventional paths that brought them to NYU GPH. Sara did her undergraduate degree in musical theatre and arts administration. She was working as an actress and living abroad and is also a yoga instructor. Lisa did her undergraduate degree in fashion design; after which she worked in fashion and international sourcing. She is also a personal trainer, and used to be the head trainer at Equinox. Despite the unconventional paths both our guests enrolled into NYU GPH to pursue their further education in the public health space. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit www.publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP109 Pivoting to Public Health with Sara Bond and Lisa Daronatsy

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Robyn Gershon who is an interdisciplinary occupational and environmental health and safety researcher with extensive experience in the areas of disaster preparedness, healthcare safety, and risk assessment and management in high-risk work occupations. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP108 Protecting Our Essential Workers with Dr. Robyn Gershon

In this episode, we chat with Samantha Harris. Samantha began her career at the University of WIsconsin-Madison where she acquired a Bachelor of Science in Health Communication while being a student athlete on the rowing team. In fact Samantha has even been a rowing coach. Currently she’s working on diet analysis, alongside being a researcher at Polygeia working on smart cities projects out of Cambridge UK & also a current student at NYU school GPH studying public health nutrition. On this podcast Samantha talks us through her journey or getting into the field of nutrition within public health and she also answers some frequently asked questions when it comes to busting myths about your nutrition. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP107 Sports Nutrition & Public Health with Samantha Harris

In this episode, we chat with Karen Issokson-Silver, VP, Director of Research & Education at the Women’s Sport Foundation. Karen has had an extensive career within public health alongside a wide variety of experiences starting her career in marketing & advertising at Sandcastles consulting LLC. Through her journey Karen has been a part of various consulting projects such as the American Cancer Society and New York State Department of Education to name a few. Karen also moved into teaching as an Adjunct professor at Montclair University at the department of public health and she is currently focused on equity, access, and opportunity for underserved girls in her role at the Women’s sport foundation. This podcast is full of her rich experiences and we hope it gives you some insights as to what are all the vast possibilities in the field of global public health. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

EP106 Finding Your Path in the Non-Profit Sector with Karen Issokson-Silver, MPH '94

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Ted Long, Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Care and Population Health at New York City Health + Hospitals, the largest public healthcare system in the U.S. He has served at the city, state and federal levels in the US as the Medical Director at the Rhode Island State Department of Health in addition to creating the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) for programs such as MACRA. Dr. Long is currently a faculty member in the Yale School of Medicine and the Harvard Medical School Center for Primary Care, where he teaches about health policy and administration. He is also teaching at NYU this semester. Dr. Long, with his current 5 million + patients, wants to give all New Yorkers an integrated system of universal access to care. In this episode, we talk about how NYC combatted COVID-19, the importance of community in healthcare and what people can do to discover their path in the field of Public Health. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit publichealth.nyu.edu.

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