Alstead Forbes
Douglasville
Summary
Accomplished Public Health Advisor with a proven track record at the CDC, adept in health policy development and implementing behavioral interventions. Excelled in identifying public health trends and leading teams to enhance healthcare access for vulnerable groups. Skilled in crafting innovative, data-driven solutions to elevate program effectiveness and address global health challenges.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Advisor
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC
02.1993 - 12.2023
- Identified emerging trends in public health concerns by analyzing relevant data sources, informing proactive response strategies.
- Led cross-functional teams in conducting field visits to assess project impact, identifying areas for improvement and adaptation based on observed realities on the ground.
- Designed and executed data-driven evaluation methods for continuous improvement of public health programs.
- Developed innovative solutions to address unique challenges faced by vulnerable populations in accessing essential healthcare services.
Education
J.D. - Law
Concord University School of Law
Los Angeles, CAMaster of Laws -
Saint Thomas University School of Law
Miami Gardens, FLBachelor of Science - Business Administration
Long Island University
Brooklyn, NYSkills
- Health policy development
- Global health perspectives
- Environmental health
- Behavioral interventions
Timeline
Public Health Advisor
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC
02.1993 - 12.2023
J.D. - Law
Concord University School of Law
Master of Laws -
Saint Thomas University School of Law
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Long Island University
Additional Information
Collaborated and worked with World Health Organization (WHO), ministries of health (MOH), schools of public health, and other public/private national and international organizations
Participated in several disease epidemic assistance (epi aid) in the United States and overseas
Served as logistics officer overseas during the 2016 Ebola and 2011 earthquake responses in Liberia and Haiti, respectively, and co-originated U.S. assets being used by CDC, WHO, USAID, U.S. Department of State and other stakeholders
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