Chad Abresch

Dr. Chad Abresch is an Associate Professor and the Weitz Family Chair of Health Promotion at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s College of Public Health. He specializes in addressing maternal and child health inequities through community-driven programs and partnerships with local and federal health agencies. His work emphasizes reducing disparities in outcomes like maternal mortality and childhood asthma care.

Education:

• B.A., Psychology, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1996)
• M.Ed., Health Education, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2000)
• Ph.D., Public Administration, University of Nebraska at Omaha (2018)

Research Interests: Dr. Abresch focuses on eliminating health disparities via collaborations with local health departments. He designs interventions targeting maternal/child health, asthma management in underserved urban areas, and workforce support for public health equity professionals.

Teaching Philosophy: He prioritizes interactive, student-centered learning over traditional lectures, fostering a safe environment for exploring complex public health challenges.

Affiliations:

• UNMC Interprofessional Academy of Educators (2021–present)
• National Association of County and City Health Officials (2011–present)
• American Public Health Association (2010–present)

Programs & Initiatives: He leads the Institute for Equity in Birth Outcomes and developed the mHealth-4-Mhealth program for migrant families. His work often bridges policy advocacy and grassroots implementation.