James Howard Email and Phone Number

As the Data Modernization Initiative Lead at Louisiana Department of Health, I spearhead the analysis, design, and implementation of innovative data solutions to enhance the agency's capacity to respond to public health emergencies and challenges. With a Doctorate in Medicine and a Master's in Public Health, I have a unique combination of clinical and epidemiological knowledge and skills, as well as a passion for transforming health informatics with data science and engineering.I have over two years of experience in leading data management and integration teams at both state and city health departments, where I have successfully delivered data acquisition, transformation, and automation frameworks, advanced visualizations and dashboards, predictive models, and executive and operational reports. I have also developed and conducted training sessions and workshops to empower my team members and stakeholders with data management skills and knowledge. I am committed to applying data-driven approaches to improve healthcare accessibility and address disparities, aligning with organizational values of diversity, equity, and inclusion.