Student Profiles
Full-time Students
Nia Augustine, MHAÂ '23
Tell us about yourself!
From the time, I was a child in Grenada, West Indies, to my migration to Brooklyn, New York in 2010, my family and I experienced significant barriers to healthcare access. Our negative interactions with healthcare have fueled my deep commitment to improving how underrepresented communities gain access and receive quality and affordable healthcare. While at the University of Virginia, I pursued a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with pre-medical courses. Through numerous leadership, internship and career exploration opportunities, I began to realize that healthcare administration provides a unique opportunity to blend my strengths and commitment to innovation and healthcare. I strongly believe that the Mailman School of Public Health will provide me with the tools necessary to improve the way care is delivered in underrepresented communities.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
My academic and professional experience at HPM and Mailman has been rewarding. The comprehensive course selections and rigor of the classes will allow me to develop the skills necessary to think critically to solve challenging problems in healthcare based on data. My professors are also some of the industry’s experts and leaders on healthcare policy and management who have pioneered the changes in healthcare that we see today. The ability to learn in diverse teams has taught me new frameworks to reimagine how care is administered in various healthcare organizations. I am excited to be a part of a community of people who are passionate and dedicated to solving some of healthcare’s biggest issues.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I am the first in my family to graduate with a Master’s degree, and it would serve as symbol that anything is possible with enough passion and resilience. My degree in health policy and management administration, will provide me with opportunities to strengthen my skills so that I can advocate for families like mine who have been systematically disadvantaged in their healthcare services. I hope to become the CEO of a healthcare system, and my degree of Mailman is bringing me one step closer to doing so.Kathleen Bynon, MPH '22
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I graduated from Colgate University with a BA in Biology in May 2019. I then served as a Consultant for a women's organization, Tri Delta, before starting my MPH at Mailman in the HPM Department. My certificate is in Health Policy Analysis, and I completed my summer practicum at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. After Mailman, I will serve as an Administrative Fellow at Memorial Sloan Kettering working within Regulatory Affairs and Hospital Operations.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
The MPH Core at Mailman provided me with an in-depth understanding of the field of public health, which has been incredibly valuable even in hospital settings! The HPM Department and its certificates truly built upon not only my knowledge gained from the Core but even my work experience as a Consultant. HPM's Health Policy Analysis certificate has provided me with invaluable critical thinking skills and competencies in areas such as public health law, healthcare quality, and strategic insurance plan management. Given the complex nature of the U.S. healthcare system, HPM courses have allowed me to become a more well-rounded public health leader. The HPM Department's faculty, staff, and curriculum have also prepared me for my postgraduate career, developing my professionalism, analysis skills, and collaboration skills due to the intentional structure of classes.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I hope to graduate with a strong understanding of public health and healthcare administration, which the HPM Department has already afforded me. Having an understanding of public health policy, law, healthcare quality, economics, and management is crucial for public health figures as well as healthcare workers. I am confident that the skills and knowledge that I have gained from my time at Mailman in the HPM department will serve me well during my Fellowship and beyond.Daniel Dobrin, MHA '22
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I graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles with a double major in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology and Russian Language and Literature. There, I engaged in public health-focused clinical research studying the cardiovascular and endothelial effects of acute electronic hookah exposure and successfully published three manuscripts alongside my team. Immediately after earning my degrees, I enrolled at the Mailman School of Public Health in pursuit of my Master of Health Administration in order to accomplish my goal of making an impact on society at large by making a difference in individual people's lives. During my time in the program, I've worked as a Coordinator at the value-based healthcare consulting firm COPE Health Solutions and completed a Hospital Administrative Internship at UCLA Health for my practicum. It was during the practicum that I realized that hospital administration is not only what I was meant to do, but how I will be able to exact the most change and benefit society in the best way I can. Upon graduation, I will begin an Administrative Fellowship at ColumbiaDoctors through Columbia University's Vagelos School of Physicians and Surgeons, and I cannot wait to start my journey of improving healthcare, particularly by making healthcare less intimidating overall.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
As someone who considers myself a lifelong student, I've always strongly valued academics. HPM's exceptional program has exposed me to ideas that none of my past studies have touched on and, without fail, has consistently sparked my curiosity. Regarding my professional goals, Mailman has served as the channel that will allow me to become the administrator that I want to be – one that can make a significant impact on the organization, the community, and society. I want to be a catalyst of change and disrupt the norm, to make a difference in the lives of patients, providers, and all the players in between. Fortunately, I believe that Mailman has prepared me to do so.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I hope to utilize all the resources and tools that I've picked up during my studies in HPM to broaden my perspectives and become a thought leader. I've learned to think differently, view situations from various perspectives, and lead with empathy and equity. I want to take all these lessons learned, continue to develop them, and apply them in all my future positions so that I can accomplish the goal that started this journey for me. Without HPM, I wouldn't have gotten this far, and I am proud to be a student at the Mailman School of Public Health.Samuel Han, MPH '23
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I was born in Augusta, GA and graduated from the University of Georgia with a BS in Genetics and a minor in Global Health. I worked in a genetics lab where I explored the creation of transgenic techniques to increase diversity in genetically homogeneous populations through editing cis-regulatory elements. I also had the opportunity to work as a medical intern in the Khayelitsha township of Cape Town, South Africa. Through these experiences, I realized I enjoyed using evidence-based research to improve people’s lives. My current interests are learning about effective ways to implement policies to create a more equitable healthcare system for underrepresented communities.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
Mailman’s commitment to, "educating the next generation of public health leaders to deliver solutions to protect and improve health of people everywhere," really connected with me as someone who desires to work in the healthcare sector. Understanding the intricacies of the complex American healthcare system will be invaluable as I begin my professional journey in implementing policies and strategies that advocate for a more accessible, equitable system. The resources available to us as students in HPM are unmatched, and it genuinely feels like the entire staff from professors to administrators want to see you succeed. The people in HPM are not just available when you are attending the school but are available for the rest of your life. This level of support was really a large draw to attend Columbia.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I hope to further my understanding of the healthcare system, while also having the opportunity to connect with professors who are leaders in healthcare all around the world. Additionally, the students within this program are from many different countries and bring a unique global perspective to class discussions that I would never be able to experience if I did not attend an institution like Columbia. Being a part of the Mailman community is about so much more than just being another graduate student, it is about creating an environment where every single person feels valued and respected regardless of their background. I am excited to be able to connect with my classmates and professors for the next two years.Niklas Hess
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Being born into a family of four generations of doctors, I always knew that my career would be in the healthcare sector. However, I never wanted to become a medical practitioner myself and discovered a passion for business at an early age. After completing a dual Bachelor in Business and Law at IE University in Spain, I decided to pursue a Master of Public Health at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health to position myself at the intersection of both fields: business and healthcare. To further strengthen my competencies, I spent the last years starting my own company, leading the Madrid branch of 180 Degree Consulting, working in Germanys second-largest bank (DZ Bank), and working at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). I intend to utilize all these experiences, together with my educational background, to create win-win opportunities at the intersections of business and healthcare.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
The HPM department is perfectly positioned to offer the support, knowledge, and encouragement needed to succeed in the business of healthcare. Firstly, HPM has an expansive alumni network that actively supports current students to maximize their potential and reach their goals. Additionally, the teaching content imparts a realistic view of the healthcare sector, providing students with all the knowledge needed to improve current systems in a sensible manner. Finally, the HPM department actively encourages extracurricular projects for students – clubs, events, initiatives, etc. – creating an environment that stimulates growth and progress.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
From my time at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, I hope to gain three key things. First, to develop a depth of knowledge in the healthcare sector that will allow me to make a real difference in today’s system. Second, to meet incredibly bright individuals that share invaluable perspectives on current systems and the world, broadening my personal horizon. Third, to have a lot of fun – as with all experiences, enjoying oneself and the process of learning, growing, and working, is crucial.Julie Livingstone, MHA '22
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I began my academic path at Mailman after graduating from the University of Michigan with a B.S. in pharmaceutical sciences in 2020. During my time at Mailman, I worked at a health advising firm and I joined a non-profit organization, Bridged Health, as the Director of Health Specialists. I currently work as a health care consultant for COPE Health Solutions, a value-based firm where I have been able to better understanding of the value-based care landscape. After graduation, I will be joining NYU Langone Health as an Administrative Fellow.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
As a healthcare professional who is driven by a desire to decrease health inefficiencies and inequities, Mailman gives me the opportunity to learn from professionals at the top of their field who have experience putting these ideas into practice. The HPM department has a well-rounded curriculum that allows students to see a holistic view of healthcare concepts. It vital that healthcare professionals in all fields, from administration, consulting, clinical, and more, are aligned on the steps necessary to improve access and quality while decreasing costs, and the HPM curriculum has done an exceptional job of conveying this. Leaving this program, I will have the necessary skills to become a leader in healthcare who can make a truly positive impact!What do you hope to gain from this experience?
Through this experience, I hope to expand my knowledge base of healthcare administration to ensure that in practice I am able to effect meaningful change. The MHA degree will provide me with a strong toolset of skills that will allow me to attack the root cause of many inefficiencies faced in health systems, while also providing knowledge of how I can help make healthcare more equitable for vulnerable populations.Davy Nwachukwu, Accelerated MPH '22
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My name’s Davy! I was born in Los Angeles, CA. I graduated from Columbia University in 2015 with a BA in Biochemistry, then from Ross University School of Medicine in 2021. In medical school, I saw many patients suffering morbidity from diabetes, and I matriculated to Mailman to learn about ways I could potentially intervene.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
I want to change the way hospitals treat and manage patients with diabetes. Changing a hospital system requires the ability analyze the system, find its deficiencies, and then identify methods to intervene. HPM’s curriculum tackles all components of this process. Every day, I’m learning things that I can directly see myself implementing later in my career.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I hope to gain more knowledge about hospital administration and how hospitals can even affect change in the community. I look forward to interacting with colleagues from many different backgrounds, each with unique experiences and suggestions on how to look at patient care from a new point of view.Tin Zar Win, MHA '23
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I am Tin Zar Win, a first year MHA student at Columbia University. I got particularly interested in the healthcare management industry when I was doing my residency in medical school back home in Myanmar, where I saw a lot of mismanagement and chaotic procedures within the hospital system leading to misdiagnosis of the patients and even unnecessary deaths. That experience made me want to help fix the system and ease the people on their pain of unnecessary distress within the healthcare system, hence leading me to pursuing a career in MHA.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
In order to meet my goals of efficiently managing the health systems and reducing health disparities, I seek to further understand the administrative procedures and health policies to navigate the workings of the healthcare industry, and that’s where HPM comes in. Learning at Mailman will enable me to develop a solid foundation and knowledge of the industry. I hope to use that knowledge to provide sustainable and lasting changes in developing an equitable health system, and bring patients the effective, efficient and compassionate healthcare they deserve.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I hope to expand my knowledge of the foundation of the healthcare system and the different ways administration functions in different parts of the world. I hope to leverage the knowledge and the experience I’ve gained here to create a better healthcare system for the underserved and underprivileged populations around the world. I am also very excited to be back in the classroom and learn from my classmates who come from diverse backgrounds, and most importantly, I hope to have fun with all the experiences this two-year MHA program has to offer.
Part-time MHA Students
Josh Calliste, MHA '24
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Born and raised in Brooklyn to immigrant parents, I learned the value of hard-work, dedication, and diversity at a very young age. I obtained a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Brooklyn College in 2015. After getting my bachelor’s, I started my career, working for New York’s largest non-profit health insurance plan. Since 2015, I have held numerous roles, sujch as assisting members who were recently discharged from the hospital find care, monitoring delegated vendor activities, and managing Ancillary networks, whose job is to provide essential services to the many New Yorkers enrolled in the health plan. In working for this insurance company and from personal experiences, I have been committed to closing the gap in the healthcare delivery system.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
It is extremely rewarding to be a student at Mailman. The professors are focused on molding the future of healthcare by providing us with the tools we need to be the best administrators, managers, leaders, and more. While being in the healthcare field for more than 10 years, Mailman has taught me things that I did not know. One thing I appreciate most about the program is my diverse cohort. Having such a diverse cohort provides multiple perspectives on tackling the many issues our healthcare delivery system currently deals with today. The diversity of the cohort also speaks to Mailman’s mission of creating a more equitable healthcare system for all humans across the world.What do you look forward to in the part-time program?
I’m looking forward to continuing to develop professionally and academically during my time at Mailman, and learning from professors who are leaders in the field. I’m also excited to be working alongside a diverse cohort who all come from different walks of life with something extremely valuable to offer. Lastly, I’m eager to continue to solve the many issues our healthcare system is currently facing by utilizing the lessons learned in the classroom.Brandon Christophe, MHA '24
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I began my career as a researcher in the Columbia University Department of Neurological Surgery. There I co-authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications focusing on cerebrovascular disease and applications of consumer technology to healthcare. Later, I transitioned into practice operations where I grew my passion for combining data analytics with subject matter expertise to deliver the highest level of patient care. Currently, I work as a business analyst at Columbia University Irving Medical Center and serve in multiple volunteer capacities including the Columbia University Black Undergraduate Mentoring Program.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
In the short time I have been at Mailman, I have been afforded the opportunity to interact and learn from professionals with expertise from every corner of health care. In the classroom, my fellow HPM students and I discuss cases with immediate impact on my current work. Furthermore, our instructors provide us with an unparalleled depth of knowledge and practical experience from their years in practice and academia. Perhaps the most impactful aspects of HPM have been the many mentorship opportunities. In just a few months, my student, faculty, and alumni mentors have helped me chart a professional path on which I am excited to continue.What do you look forward to in the part-time program?
I am looking forwarded to applying the knowledge base we are developing in the classroom to the workplace. So much of what HPM has done already has expanded my understanding of the healthcare space beyond my personal experience, both working and as a patient. Placing the unique position of our current healthcare system into a larger context has helped me and my fellow classmates develop ideas we had not previously seen and some that are completely novel. I am excited for the opportunity to do this even more as I grow and learn.Ayesha Misra, MHA '24
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I am currently a provider contracting lead analyst at Cigna, where I negotiate contracts with provider groups such as urgent cares, ambulatory surgical centers, and skilled nursing facilities. I work on network expansion in the New York and New Jersey area. Prior to my role at Cigna, I was a part of UnitedHealth Group’s network management rotational program where I worked with a few different teams, including network contracting, provider relations, and contract analytics. I grew up in South Brunswick, New Jersey, and graduated from Rutgers University in 2019 with a double degree in Health Administration and Economics.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
At the Mailman School of Public Health, I hope to learn how to effectively provide care for an increasingly diverse population, such as New York City’s. During the pandemic, my interest in public health peaked, which drove me towards Columbia’s part-time MHA program. As a leader in both global and local health, Mailman seemed like the perfect place to connect and learn with experienced public health researchers and professionals.What do you look forward to in the part-time program?
I look forward to strengthening a variety of different skills through the program, including data analytics, finance, and leadership. Strong public health systems lead to healthier populations, and with an MHA, I hope to help create healthier outcomes on a larger scale.Krissy Resman, MHA '24
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I was born and raised in Rochester, Minnesota (birthplace of the Mayo Clinic!). After graduating from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a BS in Finance, I moved to New York City to work in consumer tech. Currently, I work in Product at Parsley Health, a digital health company that is redefining primary care with root-cause, whole person approach and a focus on data, technology, and real doctor-patient relationships.How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
HPM’s mission - to contribute to the creation and management of better health systems and policy development, both domestically and globally - aligns with my career aspirations. Long-term, I strive to become an influential leader within a healthcare institution by taking my digital and consumer-centric experiences and translating them to the evolving landscape of healthcare. I am going to focus my career on raising the bar for exceptional and equitable patient care, and I am confident Columbia’s HPM program will play a pivotal role in my path to achieve this.What do you look forward to in the part-time program?
After one semester of courses, it’s been very rewarding to apply the concepts I’m learning in class directly to my job at Parsley Health. Also, I’m so grateful for the inspiring and diverse community within the part-time cohort. Discussions inside and outside of class have been stimulating and energizing. I’m looking forward to further building these relationships throughout the next 2 years!While it’s easy to get caught up in the stresses of balancing both work and school, the benefits of complimenting my Columbia education with my job make it worth it. The program is very supportive and encourages all part-time students to find their balance.
Executive Students
Cindy Ho
Cindy was born and raised in Taiwan, came to the U.S. for college, and has stayed since. She received her BA in psychology from Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, and went straight through graduate school to obtain her Psy.D. in clinical psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology. Cindy moved to New York for her pre-doctoral internship and has worked at various New York City Health + Hospitals settings. After receiving her degree, Cindy became a clinical psychologist and externship training director at Gouverneur Health Services (NYC H+H), working primarily with monolingual, undocumented, Mandarin-speaking patients in the outpatient setting. As the training director at Correctional Health Services (NYC H+H) on Rikers Island, she developed and led the training program for mental health trainees, supervised and oversaw several mental health treatment units, and trained correctional officers crisis intervention/verbal de-escalation skills. Cindy is now the director of psychological services at Kings County Hospital Center.
How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
After working with the underserved population that relies heavily on the safety net city hospital system for 5.5 years and the marginalized incarcerated population for 7.5 years, I feel so compelled to make changes to the systems, which is hard to do without a thorough understanding of the history and the current landscape of our complex healthcare system, the justice system, and all other interrelated systems from different points of view. Columbia’s HPM curriculum offers precisely what I am looking for with a carefully thought-out sequence of courses taught by professors who have been involved in real-life work that I aspire to do someday.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
The pandemic has shed light on the health disparities and inequities, and highlights the role mental health plays in the population’s overall health. Mental health struggles no longer belong only to the mentally ill as even the well-adjusted have felt the impacts of the pandemic on their mental health. I hope this collective experience normalizes and de-stigmatizes mental health care, and seeking mental health care becomes as normal, and encouraged, as going in for an annual physical checkup. I hope to leverage all the knowledge and skills I’m learning from this program and the timing of having the spotlight on mental health to become a leader who not only makes changes to policies to lessen the mental health disparities but also take care of the workforce’s well-being as our healers also need to heal to continue taking care of our patients.Jeff McInnes
Jeff McInnes is the Director of Revenue Cycle and Value-Based Care Strategy at Esperanza Health Centers, a nationally recognized federally qualified health center dedicated to delivering culturally competent, high quality health care to the historically underserved communities of the southwest side of Chicago. Jeff previously held roles providing revenue cycle management services to small group practices before transitioning to community based non-profit and safety net providers in 2013. Jeff is passionate about community healthcare and its potential to deliver health equity and justice through the alleviation of disparities in underserved and disenfranchised communities. At Esperanza, Jeff directs the revenue cycle department, patient benefit enrollment team, and leads value-based contracting and reimbursement transformation initiatives. He serves on the telehealth expansion taskforce as well as the diversity, equity, and inclusion committee. Outside of his work at Esperanza, Jeff is an independent health care consultant specializing in payer contracting and revenue cycle reporting and operations optimization. In his spare time, Jeff played rugby for an LGBTQ+ inclusive club (since retired for the sake of his knees) and enjoys traveling, skiing, cooking, and spending time with his family, friends, and golden retriever, Bear.
How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
I am fortunate to have received exposure to a broad set of health care policy and management challenges over the course of my career, but those experiences pale in comparison to the breadth of knowledge and expertise I have encountered not only in the Mailman faculty but also my Executive MPH/MHA cohort peers. The insights I gain during each Exec weekend come back with me to Chicago and influence my approach to my own work in real time. At this inflection point in my professional and academic career, I value the HPM curriculum for exposing me to previously unfamiliar sectors of the health care delivery system, and I credit the program with opening my eyes to new potential career paths.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
I hope to continue to grow and develop as a leader in community health care, to contribute to the expansion of affordable, high quality health care, and to leverage the knowledge, experiences, and contacts I have made in the service of a greater mission to deliver health equity to underserved and marginalized populations.Labrini Papageorgiou
Labrini Papageorgiou was born in the US and raised in Athens, Greece. Following her undergraduate studies in Molecular Biology and Genetics, she was intrigued to gain a deeper understanding of the multi-layered interaction between science and society. She attended the London School of Economics to obtain her postgraduate degree focusing on the socio-economic and policy aspects of Biomedicine and Biosciences. The unique interplays governing healthcare in the modern world, left her wishing to pursue a career that would allow her to engage with both the scientific and business aspects of promoting health. More than eight years ago, Labrini joined Roche Pharmaceuticals and through various roles in Greece and Sub-Saharan Africa, she specialized in market access, health economics and policy. With her current capacity as Global Access Policy Leader at Roche’s HQ in Switzerland, she is leading policy strategies aimed at developing evidence-based, integrated solutions that improve system performance and maximize value for healthcare communities across the world.
How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
Mailman offers a strong and holistic curriculum providing a comprehensive study of how to operate in the modern healthcare landscape. During my time in the exceptional Executive Health Policy and Management program, I have been able to expand my foundational knowledge and obtain a broadened appreciation of key principles related to strategy, leadership and analytics from a public health policy and healthcare management perspective. I strongly believe that continuing my academic studies in pursuit of the Executive Master of Public Health would be the ideal catalyst to better prepare me for the next steps in my policy career. It will enable me to acquire a more balanced and well-rounded comprehension of current affairs shaping the evolving global and U.S. health policy landscape, and equip me with the essential forward-thinking mindset necessary to best serve the contemporary expectations of mankind regarding health.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
My career so far has brought me at the forefront of advancing health ecosystems across the globe to best serve patients’ needs. This mandate drove my interest in joining the world-class Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health to advance my thought leadership capacities and enrich my professional contributions. I hope to leverage in a holistic and integrated manner all the valuable knowledge and experiences the Executive Master of Public Health program has to offer in order to make a greater impact towards the development of more resilient, responsive and patient-centered healthcare systems across the globe. I am excited to be learning and growing alongside Mailman’s community of world leading experts pioneering advances in healthcare policy and management and looking forward to becoming an ambassador of its leadership and commitment in building a better and more prosperous future for all.Dr. John Riggins Jr.
John Riggins Jr. was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York. He graduated from Amherst College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Black Studies. After college, he worked with City Year New York as a mentor and tutor for high school students in Brooklyn. He later received his medical degree from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. John is a graduate of the SUNY Downstate and Kings County Hospital Emergency Medicine residency program. He currently works as an emergency medicine physician and clinical instructor at NYP-Columbia and NYP-The Allen Hospitals. He is the Inaugural Fellow for the Dr. Lorna M. Breen Fellowship in Healthcare Administration for the emergency department. He was also recently selected as an EMRA/EDPMA scholar for 2022, where he will a member of the national EDPMA Quality, Coding and Documentation Committee. His main clinical interests include eliminating health disparities in underserved populations, patient safety, healthcare quality assurance, team dynamics, and healthcare operations.
How do you see Mailman, and specifically HPM, meeting with your academic and professional goals?
The executive MHA in Health Policy and Management will push me to grow as an effective, passionate future healthcare leader. This opportunity will give me the tools needed to create positive change in my department and hospital that will improve the healthcare experience for patients and healthcare workers at my institution. HPM will teach me the fundamentals of healthcare administration and help me to achieve my goal of becoming a department and hospital leader when I graduate. I will be challenged to grow as a scholar of healthcare administration and develop expertise in the fields of health policy and healthcare management. I will have the opportunity to learn from professors who are the brightest minds of their fields and the chance to learn from other healthcare professionals in the classroom and beyond.What do you hope to gain from this experience?
Graduating with an Executive MHA will give me the skillset needed to be an effective, compassionate healthcare leader and make the changes necessary to ensure patients at my institution receive excellent healthcare. I hope to learn about the events and factors that built our modern-day healthcare system and contributed to the challenges that our healthcare system faces today. I want to broaden my understanding of the policies that drive the healthcare disparities that I see every day in the emergency department and learn about different strategies that can ameliorate these challenges. I hope to learn how to bridge the gap between healthcare administration, clinicians and front-line workers in the hospital setting and create inter-disciplinary teams that work together effectively. I also hope to acquire access to a broad network of healthcare professionals that I can work with in the future to advance healthcare in the United States and around the world.