YOMNA ANAN, MPH, CHES

• Conducted comprehensive literature reviews on topics such as AI's role in cancer and clinical screening practices, and disparities in patient populations experiencing acute care events, providing detailed synopses of findings and creating organized tables summarizing key details, objectives, and outcomes for each article.
  
  • Supported an AHRQ-funded shared decision-making study by preparing and distributing surveys to participants weekly, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures for quality assurance and maintaining data integrity.
  
  • Developed an inventory forecasting model in Excel to efficiently track study supplies, contributing to streamlined logistics and resource management for the AHRQ shared-decision making study.
  
  • Played a key role in recruitment efforts, maintaining eligibility records, randomizing participants, and following IRB-approved protocols, demonstrating a commitment to ethical research practices.
  
  • Assisted in conducting studies on Covidence, including a scoping review and a literature review for manuscript development, collaborating with a librarian to identify effective search terms.
  
  • Undertook data management responsibilities, involving the cleaning and recoding of a large dataset to ensure its readiness for subsequent analysis.
  
  • Developed compelling presentations for diverse conferences, including the creation of both PowerPoint and poster formats. Effectively summarized key findings from research studies, demonstrating an understanding of conference objectives. Employed strategic decision-making to curate content for optimal impact and relevance to the conference theme. Additionally, crafted engaging visuals and figures to enhance the visual appeal and comprehension of the presented material.

• • Data Management and Analysis Support:
  o Conducted secondary data analysis on the correlation between adolescent sleep duration and positive mental health screenings.
  o Utilized quantitative methods, including logistic regressions and predicted probabilities, and made informed decisions during the data cleaning and recoding process.
  o Conceptualized, analyzed, and served as the first author for a manuscript submitted for publication based on the study's findings.
  
  • School-Based SBIRT Program Evaluation:
  o Assisted with the evaluation of a school-based Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Services (SBIRT) program across 12 school districts.
  o Established and facilitated a quality assurance group to ensure consistent data reporting practices, reducing the risk of human error in program evaluation. The group met quarterly, at least three times during the academic year.
  o Created and implemented an excel pivot table template for each school district, offering a structured and user-friendly tool for ongoing descriptive analysis of student measures and outcomes.
  
  • Gender Diverse Youth Telemedicine Study:
  o Led the IRB submission process and developed recruitment materials, including phone and EHR messages, and study flyers for a research study on gender diverse youth's perceptions of gender-affirming care via telemedicine. This study was completed during the peak of COVID-19, when research on telemedicine was not yet significant.
  o Conducted individual interviews, achieving data saturation with 15 participants, and developed a codebook for thematic deductive coding in Dedoose.
  o Prepared results, data tables, and authored a manuscript for publication. Presented findings at an annual conference through a poster presentation.
  o Initiated the second phase of the study, integrating caregiver feedback to comprehensively explore gender diverse youth's telemedicine experiences.
  
  • Manuscript Development and Publication:
  o Spearheaded the development of a manuscript examining the relationship between sleep duration and mental health screenings, showcasing expertise in study conceptualization, data analysis, and academic writing.
  o Successfully submitted and published a manuscript as the first author.
  o Prepared manuscripts using EndNote software for reference management.

• Provided feedback on undergraduate and graduate student writing through asynchronous and synchronous 45-minute appointments (14 appointments per week)
• Assisted students and provided support with brainstorming and refining papers through coaching techniques
• Received consistent positive student feedback in routine assessments for student satisfaction and coaching effectiveness
• Attended weekly staff meetings debriefing the week, collaborating with other coaches and staff, and learning new writing skills and creative strategies to integrate in coaching sessions
• Reviewed writing center's tips and tools for writing (i.e., grammar rules, ESL resources, how to write academic papers, addressing flow, writing a thesis, etc.) and use as a resource to support students
• Developed content related to personal writing tips and strategies for Writing and Learning Center official blog.
• Provided one-on-one support for college application essay preparation, ensuring each student presented their best selves to admissions committees.
• Adapted coaching style to accommodate diverse learners, including those with special needs or language barriers, ensuring an inclusive environment conducive to growth and development.
• Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
• Designed goal-setting activities that helped students track their progress over time while celebrating milestones achieved along the way.

• • Developed a comprehensive evaluation plan for three distinct consumer groups, aligning with MHLIC's goals and mission, and crafted focus group guides instrumental in assessing the effectiveness of the national resource center.
  • Facilitated 12 stakeholder interviews, showcasing strong interpersonal skills and ensuring valuable insights were gathered for robust evaluation.
  • Designed and executed an evaluation strategy for the National Maternal Health Innovation Symposium (NHMIS) in Minneapolis, involving logistical support during the conference and the creation of a comprehensive survey using Qualtrics. Distributed the survey to all attendees and employed QR codes for efficient dissemination.
  • Managed and curated social media content for impactful campaigns such as #AIMforInnovation and Maternal Health Innovation Podcast, contributing to increased engagement and reach.
  • Conducted in-depth analysis of social media campaign results, creating data reports to summarize metrics for effective dissemination and future strategic planning.
  • Formulated focus group guides, incorporating strategic analysis plans that aligned with evaluation goals and performance measures for the national resource center.
  • Collaborated with the MHLIC team to ideate and expand the scope of maternal health topics featured in the resource center. Employed creative brainstorming sessions to identify gaps and curated a list of potential additions, ensuring a comprehensive and up-to-date repository.
  • Conducted thorough research to identify external tools, resources, and publications relevant to maternal health. Proposed the incorporation of these high-quality references to strengthen existing topics in the resource center, enhancing its credibility and utility for consumers.

• Spearheaded systematic review process for research projects by formulating precise research questions, establishing rigorous inclusion and exclusion criteria, and designing comprehensive search strategies to identify relevant studies.
  
  • Executed efficient searches across research databases (e.g., PubMed, SCOPUS, PsycINFO, CINAHL, etc.) demonstrating keen ability to navigate complex information landscapes and retrieve pertinent literature for analysis.
  
  • Applied research-librarian expert knowledge in defining key search terms, ensuring optimization of search queries to capture the breadth and depth of relevant scientific literature.
  
  • Utilized advanced reference management software to import, organize, and store articles, streamlining the literature review process for enhanced accessibility and collaboration.
  
  • Conducted risk of bias assessments (e.g., GRADE), demonstrating commitment to methodological rigor and the critical evaluation of study quality.
  
  • Recorded and tracked relevant information by developing and maintaining structured Excel sheets and databases, enhancing efficiency and transparency of data management processes.
  
  • Developed and designed comprehensive tables for presenting results, showcasing a commitment to clear and impactful data visualization for effective communication of findings.
  
  • Established robust criteria for data extraction, contributing to systematic and standardized collection of key information from selected articles that passed full-text review.

• Analyzed and interpreted findings of a qualitative study on health communication preferences among low-income minority patients, focusing on non-English speaking populations, with a majority being Spanish-speaking.
  
• Developed and implemented a codebook for qualitative thematic coding and analysis, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of patient perspectives.
• Organized data, including accessing medical records for patient navigator notes, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail in data organization and streamlining.
• Participated in focus groups with patients and providers, gaining firsthand insights into the study population's experiences and preferences.
• Enhanced technical skills in Dedoose, REDCap, and Stata, becoming proficient in software crucial for qualitative and quantitative research.
• Contributed to the improvement of standard operating procedures, particularly in streamlining transcription processes, showcasing a commitment to optimizing research workflows.

• Designed and Executed Mixed-Methods Study:
Developed a comprehensive research study to explore barriers to sports participation among Muslim adolescent girls, conducting a narrative review of existing literature to identify barriers at various levels of the social ecological framework.

• Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis:
Conducted qualitative interviews and focus groups with Muslim girls (grades K-12), gathering expert perspectives on identified barriers and generating potential strategies for overcoming obstacles to sports participation.

• Institutional Review Board (IRB) Application and Approval:
Completed and submitted a thorough IRB application, ensuring ethical considerations were addressed. Successfully obtained approval for the research study.

• Participant Recruitment and Data Collection:
Implemented effective recruitment strategies, contacting local mosques, and personally visiting three different mosques to interview a total of 12 adolescent girls. Demonstrated adaptability in coordinating with mosque activities for optimal participant engagement.

• Public Health Framework Integration:
Utilized public health frameworks and theories, including the social ecological model and health behavior theory, to inform the study's design and analyze findings. Incorporated these frameworks into a compelling presentation for the undergraduate research symposium.

• Effective Communication and Presentation:
Created visually appealing PowerPoint presentations and posters summarizing key findings, ensuring alignment with conference objectives. Presented research findings orally at the undergraduate research symposium, effectively conveying the study's significance as a public health issue.

• Critical Thinking and Conceptualization:
Applied critical thinking skills to refine the research question through a literature review, define clear objectives and measures, and develop an interview guide for qualitative data collection.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration:
Collaborated across disciplines by integrating insights from public health, sociology, and psychology, fostering a holistic understanding of the complex barriers influencing sports participation among Muslim adolescent girls.

• Orchestrated seamless preparation and cleanup of lab supplies, ensuring a conducive environment for hands-on learning.
• Conducted engaging demonstrations and led insightful discussions during weekly lab sections, fostering an interactive and educational experience for students Consistently received positive feedback in routine assessments, indicating high levels of student satisfaction and effectiveness in coaching practices.
• Provided dedicated support to students in the development of their final projects, offering guidance on selecting scientific topics and ensuring successful project completion.
• Collaborated with the instructor in reviewing course materials, contributing valuable insights to enhance the learning experience.
• Assumed an integral role in the grading process, leveraging a rubric with defined criteria to provide thorough and constructive feedback on student work.
• Attended weekly staff meetings, actively participating in the review and preparation of upcoming labs, showcasing a commitment to continuous improvement in lab facilitation.