Adina D.

About Adina D.

Strategic program leader specializing in health data modernization, interoperability, and cross-functional delivery. I combine policy, technology, and operational expertise to translate complex problems into scalable programs that work in the real world.For 15+ years, I’ve led national initiatives across public health, government, and health tech—often taking on high-stakes programs where clarity is low, stakeholders are diverse, and success depends on aligning technical and non-technical teams. I create structure in ambiguity, design systems that support long-term sustainability, and stabilize programs during periods of change or rapid growth.My strength is bridging worlds:translating technical concepts (FHIR, TEFCA, data standards) for leadership and partnersguiding cross-functional teams through complex implementationsdesigning frameworks, workflows, and governance modelsleading multi-stakeholder collaborations at scalebuilding strong relationships that accelerate adoption and trustI’m at my best in roles that blend strategy, delivery, and organizational alignment—especially in environments evolving toward modern data exchange, cloud transformation, or AI-enabled workflows.Current focus areas:• Interoperability strategy (FHIR, TEFCA, HDUs)• Data standards & governance• Program design • Public–private partnerships• Health tech implementation strategyIf you’re building or fixing a complex program that sits at the intersection of data, technology, and real-world operations, I can help make it work.

Experience

1. Lead Public Health Analyst

   Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

   Jun 2024 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Lead strategy and delivery for national interoperability and data modernization initiatives, serving as a bridge between technical teams, program offices, and leadership.Drive FHIR-based data exchange strategy across federal, state, and local partners; translate complex technical concepts into actionable program and implementation guidance.Lead cross-functional teams through design, planning, and execution of major interoperability and digital transformation efforts (FHIR pilots, TEFCA-aligned initiatives, and standards adoption).Develop frameworks, workflows, and models that bring clarity and alignment to high-visibility programs.Serve as a liaison between technical SMEs, leadership, and program teams to ensure requirements, constraints, and operational needs are understood and integrated.Guide cooperative agreement and contract partners, providing technical and strategic support to accelerate implementation and adoption of modern data standards.Stabilize programs during periods of change by establishing structure, setting priorities, and designing clear operating models.Build and mentor a team of FTEs and contractors, strengthening delivery, communication, and collaboration across the division.

Education

• Emory University

  MPH, Public Health Policy

  2007 — 2009

• Emory University

  BA, Sociology

  1998 — 2002

Skills

• Community Outreach
• Policy
• Youth Development
• Strategy
• Spss
• Literature Reviews
• Research
• Program Administration
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Teaching
• Health Policy
• Reproductive Health
• Public Health
• Strategic Planning
• Program Development
• Program Management
• Nonprofits
• Qualitative Research
• Non-Profits
• Healthcare
• Fundraising
• Program Evaluation
• Logic Models
• Volunteer Management
• Policy Analysis
• Grants
• Public Speaking