Sandra F. Braganza

Sandra F. Braganza, M.D., M.P.H., is an Associate Professor in the Departments of Pediatrics and Family and Social Medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, affiliated with Montefiore Medical Center. She holds dual appointments in both departments, reflecting her interdisciplinary focus on clinical care and population health.

Education:

• Medical School: Downstate Medical Center, State University of New York
• Residency: Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Pediatrics)
• Public Health: Mailman School of Public Health, Columbia University

Research Interests: Her work focuses on Medical Education, Social Determinants of Health, Global Health, and the role of Community Health Workers. She leads initiatives in Togo, West Africa, evaluating global health programs and improving HIV/AIDS care delivery. Her research also addresses pediatric advocacy training, nutrition, and urban health disparities.

Projects:

• Evaluation of global health initiatives in Togo
• Resident education on social determinants of health
• Implementation of community health workers in primary care

Lab: The Lab of Sandra F. Braganza focuses on translational research to bridge clinical care and public health interventions.

Grants/Advising: Her work integrates teaching tools for resident documentation of social determinants and curriculum development for three-tiered advocacy training. She collaborates with organizations like WIC to assess health education programs.