Raynard Washington, PhD, MPH, is the Chief Epidemiologist at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health. In this role, Dr. Washington is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data that provides actionable information on the health status of Philadelphia residents. Dr. Washington coordinates and provides guidance to epidemiologic activities across department divisions and works internally and externally to enhance existing and establish new health surveillance systems He also leads the Community Health Assessment and other strategic initiatives. Dr. Washington earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Pittsburgh
