Christian Jimenez, MPH, MS
New York City,NY
Summary
I specialize in transforming data into actionable insights that shape policy, improve health outcomes, and enhance program effectiveness. With extensive experience managing large datasets, leading research initiatives, and collaborating across disciplines, I bring a strong analytical foundation reinforced by an advanced degree in statistics. My background in both administrative and direct service roles further demonstrate my ability to translate complex data into practical solutions. This unique combination allows me to provide well-informed policy recommendations and drive data-driven organizational decisions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Epidemiologist
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
02.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment
- Conceptualize and lead research projects to evaluate policy and program impact on population level substance use trends
- Lead analyses of NYC/NYS population surveys, hospitalizations, and prescription data to describe substance use trends and treatment access
- Prepare reports and manuscripts to support funding, inform policy, and guide program development
- Contribute to scientific literature and present findings at conferences
- Train colleagues in statistical, epidemiological, and research methods
- Advise on program evaluations, data collection tools, and analysis plans
- Present data to internal and external stakeholders, translating findings into actionable recommendations
- Develop engaging visualizations and presentations tailored for public health and research audiences
- Enhance data quality and efficiency through automated quality control processes
- Respond to NYC public health emergencies during agency activation
- Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment
Buprenorphine Project Coordinator
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Company Overview: Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment
- Managed research and evaluation projects on opioid use disorder treatment programs
- Lead buprenorphine prescriber waiver initiative and increased the number of buprenorphine prescribers in NYC
- Assessed buprenorphine prescriber distribution and access disparities in NYC
- Optimized data collection and reporting, improving program monitoring
- Delivered presentations to city leadership and at academic conferences
- Responded to NYC public health emergencies during agency activation
- Bureau of Alcohol and Drug Use Prevention, Care and Treatment
Contract Manager
Public Health Solutions
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Company Overview: Division of Contracting and Managing Services
- Oversaw a $12M portfolio of municipal and federal contracts focused on intellectual disability and HIV/AIDS services
- Conducted program evaluations and fiscal audits to monitor compliance and performance outcomes
- Provided technical assistance to 20+ health service providers on data reporting and program impact
- Division of Contracting and Managing Services
Previous experience
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Roles in research, direct service, and community outreach in public health organizations such as Callen-Lorde Community Health Center, and the American Red Cross
- Responsibilities covered direct service provision, program evaluations, community health education, and research
- Additional details are available upon request
Education
Master of Science - Statistics
Zicklin School of Business, CUNY-Baruch College
01.2025
Master of Public Health - Community Health Education
CUNY School of Public Health
06.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Art History
University of Michigan
05.2010
Skills
- R
- Python
- SAS
- SQL
- SUDAAN
- ArcMap
- Survey design
- Statistical modeling
- Inferential statistics
- Program evaluation
- REDCap
- Citywide Immunization Registry
- MAVEN
- Microsoft Access
- SQL Server
- SurveyMonkey
- Research
- Grant management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Program implementation
- Fiscal audits
- Public Speaking
- Technical assistant
- Trend monitoring
Publications Presentations
Peer-Reviewed Manuscripts and Reports
1. Jimenez, C., McAteer, J., Tuzon, E., DeWalt, J., Mantha, S. Cannabis Use Before and After Legalization. New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene: Epi Data Brief. Forthcoming.
2. Key Measurements of Alcohol and Substance Use and Disorders in New York City: Results from the 2023 Neighborhood Wellness Survey. Sauer, J., McAteer, J., Jimenez, C., Harocopos, A., Millington, M., Fleary, S. Linn-Walton, R., Tuazon, E. Forthcoming.
3. Kaplan-Dobbs, M., Kattan, J., Tuazon E., Jimenez C., Saleh S., Kunins HV. Increasing Access to Buprenorphine in Safety Net Primary Care Clinics: The New York City Buprenorphine Nurse Care Manager Initiative. The American Journal of Public Health. 2021; 111(2):215–218. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2020.306000
4. Ashly E Jordan PhD MPH, Marcus Bachhuber MD, Ellenie Tuazon MPH, Christian Jimenez MPH, Shazia Hussain MPH,
Jason Rubenfeld, Chinazo O Cunningham MD MS. Methadone Dispensing Patterns in New York State Opioid
Treatment Programs Following Changes to Federal Guidelines, May 2020-August 2021. Drug and Alcohol Dependence. 2024; 258. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2024.111283
5. Hamwey M, Norman C, Suss R, et al. The state of mental health of New Yorkers. New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. May 2024. https://www.nyc.gov/assets/doh/downloads/pdf/mh/state-of-mental-health-newyorkers.pdf
Presentations
1. Jimenez, C., Tuazon E., Kattan, J., Kaplan-Dobbs, M. Comparing Locations of Buprenorphine-Waivered Prescribers and Methadone Treatment Programs in New York City by Area-Based Poverty. Presented at the Association for
Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance Use and Addiction (AMERSA) Conference. October 2020; Virtual.
2. Jimenez, C., Tuazon E., Kattan, J., Kaplan-Dobbs, M. Racial Differences in Buprenorphine Treatment History Among Patients in the New York City Nurse Care Manager Initiative. February 2020. New York City Epidemiology Forum (Poster presentation)
3. Kaplan-Dobbs, M., Kattan, J., Tuazon E., Saleh S., Jimenez C., Kunins HV. Increasing Access to Buprenorphine in SafetyNet Primary Care Clinics: The New York City Buprenorphine Nurse Care Manager Initiative. Presented at the Association for Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance Use and Addiction Conference (AMERSA). October 2020; Virtual.
4. Jimenez C. Sexual and Gender Minority Youth and the Need for Targeted Interventions. Narcan Training-City College. New York, NY. March 2023
Courses Certification
- SQL Bootcamp, Noble Desktop
- Macro Language 1 Essentials, SAS Institute
Awards
- Distinguished Service Award, New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, 12/01/20
- Conference Registration Award, Association for Multidisciplinary Education and Research in Substance Use and Addiction (AMERSA), 07/01/20
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Epidemiologist
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
02.2022 - Current
Buprenorphine Project Coordinator
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
01.2019 - 02.2022
Contract Manager
Public Health Solutions
05.2016 - 12.2018
Previous experience
01.2011 - 01.2016
Master of Public Health - Community Health Education
CUNY School of Public Health
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology and Art History
University of Michigan
Master of Science - Statistics
Zicklin School of Business, CUNY-Baruch College
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