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Shokufeh M. Ramirez, PhD, MPH, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social, Behavioral, and Population Sciences at Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine. She serves as Associate Director of the Tulane Center of Excellence in Maternal and Child Health (CEMCH) and Program Director of the Maternal and Child Health MPH program, contributing to public health workforce training and leadership development.
Education:
- PhD in Community Health and Behavioral Sciences, Tulane University
- MPH in International Health, Tulane University
- BA in Anthropology and Near Eastern Languages and Literature, New York University
Her research focuses on health equity and public health workforce development, with a particular emphasis on preparing public health professionals to address systemic racism. She has taught SBPS 6140: Development of Leadership and Communication Skills in Public Health, underscoring her commitment to leadership training.
Dr. Ramirez has over fifteen years of involvement with the HRSA-funded Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB) training grant, having held various roles before her current leadership positions. Prior to academia, she worked as an epidemiologist and program manager in city, county, and state health departments, bringing practical public health experience into her teaching and mentorship.
She plays a key role in advising and program administration, particularly through her leadership in the CEMCH, where she mentors graduate students and supports their professional development for careers in maternal and child health. Although no specific grants are listed beyond the CEMCH affiliation, her sustained involvement in this HRSA-funded center indicates significant grant-based program leadership.
Dr. Ramirez is actively engaged in public health practice and education, contributing to both academic training and real-world public health impact through workforce development initiatives.
