Daaiyah Akram

About Daaiyah Akram

I am a doctoral-trained public health and healthcare analytics professional, educator, and scholar with over 18 years of experience across governmental public health, healthcare systems, and higher education. I work at the intersection of population health, analytics, and education, and I currently serve within San Bernardino County at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, a county-owned academic medical center. In this role, I support performance improvement, quality and safety analytics, regulatory reporting, and data-informed decision-making that advances access, equity, and accountability in a safety-net environment.My training in public policy and public health management, combined with a strong foundation in business administration and healthcare operations, enables me to translate complex clinical, operational, and population-level data into clear, actionable insights for governing bodies, executive leadership, and multidisciplinary teams. My work includes value-based programs, compliance and regulatory reporting, continuous improvement initiatives, and strategic planning within highly regulated public-sector systems, with a strong focus on making data decision-ready for leaders.In parallel, I am an adjunct faculty member, course developer, and curriculum architect with extensive experience designing and teaching applied, research-based courses in public health, healthcare management, business, human resources, and analytics. My scholarly work focuses on evidence-based management, health policy, quality improvement, and workforce development, with an emphasis on connecting theory to practice. I am actively engaged in curriculum innovation, assessment design, accreditation-aligned course development, and authoring instructional materials for graduate and professional learners.My teaching philosophy centers on clarity, relevance, and equity. I believe education should be rigorous yet accessible, grounded in real-world application, and responsive to diverse learning needs. I emphasize critical thinking, ethical decision-making, and data literacy to help students build confidence, lead effectively, and innovate in complex environments.Across my work, I am driven by a commitment to public service, responsible innovation, and measurable impact. I thrive in roles that integrate analytics, policy, and education, and I am deeply motivated to strengthen systems, advance health equity, and prepare the next generation of health and management leaders.

Experience

1. Academic Coach

   Instructional Connections, Llc

   Feb 2018 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Facilitate online graduate healthcare and business courses for multiple universities, supporting diverse student populations across various states• Increase student retention by 12% through proactive engagement, early interventions, and personalized support• Collaborate with faculty to refine course delivery, improving course satisfaction scores to above 90%

Education

• Walden University

  Doctorate

  2007 — 2019

• American InterContinental University

  Masters

  2006 — 2007

• American InterContinental University

  Bachelors

  2005 — 2006