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Stan and Clarence chat with three incredible leaders in public health and policy: Dr. Tom Kottke, Dr. Amy Lansky, and Dr. Alison Cuellar.
Dr. Tom Kottke is the Medical Director for Well-Being at HealthPartners and a Professor of Medicine at the University of Minnesota. With a career dedicated to cardiovascular health and preventive medicine, Dr. Kottke brings a wealth of experience in evidence-based practice and public health leadership. A member of the inaugural U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, he has contributed to federal guidelines on tobacco treatment and co-chaired the National Quality Forum’s Cardiovascular Standing Committee. Dr. Kottke earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota and his Master of Science in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease, Dr. Kottke's work exemplifies his passion for creating healthier communities.
Dr. Amy Lansky serves as the Director of the Community Guide Program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), where she leads efforts to deliver evidence-based public health solutions. Over her extensive career, Dr. Lansky has driven innovation in HIV prevention, surveillance, and policy, including serving as Director of the White House Office of National AIDS Policy. She holds a PhD and MPH from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Swarthmore College. With over 80 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Lansky is a recognized leader in advancing public health through strategic partnerships and data-driven interventions.
Dr. Alison Cuellar is a Professor of Health Administration and Policy at George Mason University and a Research Associate at the National Bureau of Economic Research. Her research spans behavioral health, criminal justice, Medicaid policy, and health system innovations, with a focus on equitable care and evidence-based improvements. Dr. Cuellar has contributed to the National Academies' efforts to promote health equity and transformation in youth care systems. With a PhD in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley, and a track record of impactful policy research, Dr. Cuellar brings critical insights to community and system-level health initiatives.
Join us as Dr. Kottke, Dr. Lansky, and Dr. Cuellar share their insights, professional journeys, and visions for advancing public health through evidence-based strategies and policy innovation.
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