Public Health Data Analyst

EMMANUEL ATTAH ACKAH

Atlanta, GA 404-***-**** *************@*****.*** LinkedIn

OBJECTIVE

Analytical Data Analyst with hands-on experience in longitudinal and cross-sectional data analysis, specializing in public health. Demonstrated expertise in R programming, enhancing data-driven insights to support healthcare initiatives. Led impactful research at The Carter Center and Emory Global Health Institute, increasing data visualization efficiency and decision-making efficacy. Proven ability to translate complex data into actionable strategies, ensuring substantial contributions to team goals and enhancing overall health SKILLS

• Data Analysis & Statistical Computing: Proficient in SAS, R, SQL, Python, SPSS, ArcGIS, Excel, Access, Power BI, and Tableau for data manipulation, visualization, and epidemiological modeling.

• Quantitative Research & Epidemiology: Expertise in study design, survey development, regression modeling, and statistical inference for public health research.

• Program Evaluation & Public Health Strategy: Skilled in impact assessment, surveillance, and health program implementation in global settings.

• Public Health Communication: Strong ability to translate complex data into actionable insights, engaging diverse stakeholders through reports, presentations, and visualizations.

• Leadership & Project Management: Experienced in coordinating interdisciplinary teams, mentoring, and managing multi-faceted health initiatives.

• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint) for academic and professional presentations.

EDUCATION

Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University Atlanta, GA Master of Public Health, Epidemiology (Infectious Disease Epidemiology Certificate) Aug 2023- May 2025 Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology Kumasi, Ghana Bachelor of Pharmacy, B.Pharm Aug 2008- May 2012

RELEVANT COURSES

• Epidemiologic Methods I: Study design, addressing bias, confounding, and ethical considerations.

• Statistical Methods I: Practical SAS programming for statistical analysis and evaluation of epidemiological methods.

• Statistical Programming: Data manipulation and cleaning using SAS and R for epidemiologic research.

• Database Development for Public Health: SQL for managing large datasets and complex data analyses in public health research.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Trachoma Control Program (TCP)- The Carter Center Atlanta, GA Graduate Research Assistant Aug 2024-Present

• Conducted longitudinal and cross-sectional data analysis of trachoma infection prevalence in Sudan.

• Assessed mass drug administration's (MDA) impact on reducing trachoma burden, contributing to evidence- based policy recommendations for national trachoma control programs.

• Developed interactive dashboards and data visualizations, enhancing data-driven decision-making for global health stakeholders and improving program effectiveness. Emory Global Health Institute (EGHI) Atlanta, GA

Global Health Research Assistant May 2024- Present

• Devised and analyzed comprehensive surveys evaluating gaps in pediatric healthcare in Gujarat, India.

• Managed cross-institutional research collaboration between EGHI, the Indian Institute of Public Health, and local hospitals.

• Performed rigorous data analysis in R to extract insights for enhancing pediatric healthcare delivery. Menri Pharmacy Kumasi, Ghana

Pharmacy Business Manager May 2017- Dec 2023

• Oversaw day-to-day operations of a high-volume community pharmacy, managing procurement, inventory, and staff performance to ensure efficient service delivery.

• Designed and led public health outreach initiatives, including maternal vaccination drives and malaria rapid testing campaigns, improving preventive care in the local community.

• Supervised pharmacovigilance reporting by monitoring and documenting adverse drug reactions (ADRs), contributing data to national safety surveillance systems.

• Spearheaded a COVID-19 response strategy by formulating and distributing hand sanitizers to meet demand, serving over 5,000 individuals weekly.

• Built partnerships with local health facilities and NGOs to expand pharmacy services and align with broader health goals.

Penri Pharmacy Kumasi, Ghana

Pharmacy Business Manager May 2021- July 2023

• Spearheaded inventory control strategies, resulting in a 25% reduction in expired medications.

• Conducted monthly audits that led to an annual revenue increase of $10,000.

• Implemented electronic prescription (eRx) systems, reducing medication errors by 30% and improving prescription accuracy.

• Developed and maintained pharmaceutical records in compliance with regulatory guidelines to ensure legal and ethical dispensing.

Burma Camp Pharmacy Accra, Ghana

Pharmacy Business Manager May 2021- July 2023

• Delivered pharmaceutical care to military personnel, their families, and civilians in a high-volume setting.

• Oversaw prescription fulfillment, ensuring accuracy in dispensing and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Educated patients on medication safety, drug interactions, and adherence strategies, contributing to improved health outcomes.

• Assisted in inventory management and procurement, ensuring the continuous availability of essential medications.

PRESENTATIONS & CONFERENCES

• TCP Program Review, The Carter Center Atlanta, GA (Feb 2025) Presented findings on trachoma infection prevalence in Sudan and control strategies to global health experts and stakeholders.

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