Priya Patel, Mph Email & Phone Number

Austin, Texas, United States

Austin, Texas, United States

Manage a portfolio of 44 clinical programs dedicated to the prevention and management of diabetes, heart disease, and stroke across Texas. Led the design and implementation of effective evidence-based clinical programs and remote evaluation strategies to assess the overall program efficacy. Established collaborative partnerships among diverse stakeholders, vendors, and sites, ensuring the long-term viability of chronic disease programs. Direct efforts to keep team updated on regulations and standards, ensuring that clinical programs adhere to all applicable guidelines. Provide strong leadership and oversight of daily operations, professional development opportunities, and improvement within the team. Direct and oversee RFA and IFB processes for vendors/contractors. Steer efforts of the Texas Diabetes Council to align with State Plan priorities.Key Achievements:● Spearheaded the transformation of the diabetes program, achieving a promotion to Team Lead. My team is the most successful and highest performing in the branch● Assessed staffing needs, recruited qualified professionals, and conducted performance evaluations● Authored the 2023 Texas Diabetes Council Assessment of State Agency Programs for the Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes and the Texas Diabetes Council 2023 State Plan to Prevent and Treat Diabetes and Obesity● Designed and implemented SOWs, timelines, project budgets, and protocols for patient recruitment and retention● Demonstrated exceptional performance during peak periods and surpassed metrics across 44 clinics, serving more than 500,000 patients in underserved areas ● Facilitated the creation and implementation of bi-directional and multi-directional workflows and clinical systems● Developed and established evidence-based, standard operating materials for state employees, clinical staff, contractors and stakeholders● Supervise, mentor, and motivate staff, fostering an environment conducive to collaboration across departments

Austin, Texas, United States

Developed and implemented community based diabetes programs in accordance with federal, state, and organizational regulations. Collaborated with healthcare professionals, researchers, and stakeholders to tailor evidence-based programs to community needs. Directed the planning, execution, and monitoring of community diabetes management and prevention programs, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgetary constraints, and quality standards. Acted as a liaison between community based organizations and clinical staff to ensure seamless communication and patient recruitment efforts.Key Achievements: ● Utilized project management tools to track progress, identify risks, and implement evidence-based programs serving more than 20,000 patients in underserved areas.● Established and oversaw quality assurance protocols for community and clinical programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and ethical guidelines. ● Implemented strategies for reaching potential patients, including community outreach, newsletters, and social media campaigns● Authored and re-designed the state-wide newsletter, "Diabetes News You Can Use" ● Development of patient and provider education materials regarding diabetes and related complications● Conducted regular audit, site visits, and assessments to measure efficacy and impact of clinical and community interventions● Created a network of healthcare, community, and research organizations dedicated to improving diabetes and prediabetes related health outcomes for underserved populations across Texas● Ensured efficient allocation of resources while maintaining financial accountability

Austin, Texas, United States

Coordinated interstate communication for HIV/AIDS and STD caseloads across all 50 states. Served as the Project Coordinator for the State of Texas on the Center for Disease Control's RIDR and CIDR 5 year projects. Assisted the team lead in project design, contract negotiation, data quality audits, and case load assignments. Formulated corrective action plans for underperforming sites across Texas. Directed oversight of state-wide data reporting to ensure all clinics in Texas with HIV patients were compliant with federals reporting guidelines.Key Achievements:● Oversee the development, negotiation, and execution of HIV surveillance contracts with external partners, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and legal requirements● Initiated, executed, and monitored programs to enhance HIV reporting adherence across Texas clinics● Pioneered the first provider education curriculum for Texas HIV and STD Surveillance program. ● Directed and developed an intern program to assist in dissemination of the provider education curriculum. ● Designed evidence-based, culturally tailored, provider education materials regarding HIV and STDs● Identified and educated clinics across Texas that were noncompliant with current clinical-care protocols for newly diagnosed HIV patients● Optimized reporting and workload processing methods within the HIV and STD department, enhancing efficient and streamlining operation

Austin, Texas, United States

Served as the lead trainer for statewide HIV and STD epidemiologists. Coordinated monthly state engagement calls and presented on topics related to HIV care standards regulation updates. Participated in collaborative efforts to enhance STD prevention across the state in high-needs communities. Managed surveillance contracts established with local health departments and clinical across the state to ensure federal compliance with reporting new diagnosis of HIV and STDs. maintained detailed and confidential records of HIV and STD cases across Texas, ensuring compliance with privacy and HIPAA regulations. Key Accomplishments:● Assisted with budgetary formulation and contract negotiation for the annual State of Texas HIV Symposium● Presented findings regarding rates of new HIV diagnosis at the annual State of Texas HIV symposium● Authored, designed, and developed training curricula on HIV, STD, and Hepatitis C, including presentations, guides, and interactive materials (linked below). Materials are still used to date● Utilized effective teaching methods to enhance participant engagement, understanding, and knowledge retention● Regularly updated presentation materials to reflect current best practices and federal guidelines● Conducted confidential interviews with patients newly diagnosed with HIV and/or other STDs to assess transmission risks and identify potential contacts● Linked potential HIV and/or other STD exposures to free testing and care services

College Station, Texas, United States

● Developed evidence-based, multi-component interventions to address childhood obesity in at risk, minority populations within Texas, mumps outbreak prevention and management, and novel treatment for PTSD in sex trafficking survivors.● Created educational videos on biological processes affecting chronic diseases, infectious diseases, diet, and exercise.● Led team of 10 in multiple community and ethnographic assessments for the cities of Hearne, Bryan, and College Station, Texas.● Abstract presentation on novel interventions for sex trafficking survivors with PTSD aimed at reducing subsequent trauma from exposure therapy.● Completed and presented case studies on HIV/AIDS in Lesotho, Dengue Virus in Nicaragua and Mexico, and Neglected tropical diseases in Rwanda and Burundi.

Temple, Texas, United States

Performed hepatitis monitoring, case investigation, data input, data organization, data analysis, and newsletter publishing. Structured, updated, and prepared resources that might be required in the event of a storm, an epidemic, or a natural catastrophe. Provided exceptional assistance in Hurricane Harvey activities by coordinating with shelters to supply medical supplies, food, and other essentials.● Oversight of water and foodborne illness case investigation for Region 7 in Texas.● Brought the region up to date on Hepatitis C monitoring from a three year deficit.● Created a Hepatitis C provider education training based upon data analysis and determining gaps in care for Region 7 in Texas.● Managed the information headquarters for disaster response for Hurricane Harvey to coordinate emergency supplies, personnel, shelter, food, and water deployment.

Austin, Texas, United States

●Directed daily activities for the lab, weekly reports on project progress, budget management, and coordination with vendors .●Directed the operation of a research laboratory, including fundamental and advanced laboratory procedures, and oversight of 30 researchers.●Performed numerous tasks for the NDM-1 Beta-lactamase Project from New England Biolabs.●Awarded a research fellowship from UT Austin presented an abstract at the American Chemical Society Conference two years in a row.●Received the Terapio Award for Excellence in Biopharmaceutical Research.

Master Of Public Health - Mph

Bachelor'S Of Science And Art, Biology, General; English