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Travis Sanchez is a Research Professor in the Department of Epidemiology at Emory University's Rollins School of Public Health. He holds a DVM from the University of Georgia and an MPH from Emory. His career spans veterinary practice, public health roles at the Georgia Division of Public Health, and the CDC, where he held leadership positions including Chief of the Epidemiology and Strategic Information Branch in CDC-South Africa. His research focuses on sexual and gender minority health, leveraging technology for sexual health epidemiology, HIV/STI prevention, and the impact of pandemics like COVID-19 on marginalized populations.
Education:
- Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), University of Georgia, 1994
- Master of Public Health (MPH) in International Health and Epidemiology, Emory University, 2000
Research Interests:
- Sexual minority health, including LGBTQ+ mental health and HIV prevention
- Technology-driven surveillance and intervention strategies
- Health disparities among men who have sex with men (MSM)
- Pandemic impacts (e.g., Mpox, COVID-19) on vulnerable groups
Articles Trends: Recent work emphasizes Mpox stigma, PrEP preferences among transgender individuals, and digital health tools for STI prevention. Studies address mental health disparities, homelessness, and healthcare access barriers faced by sexual minorities.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with CDC branches and global health organizations, contributing to HIV surveillance and policy development.
