Division of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Lecturer
Email: ydiazroman@sdsu.edu
Education
- DrPH, Sociomedical Sciences, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health (2012)
- MPH, Health Behavior, Health Education, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor, Michigan (2000)
- MSW, Administration, University of Michigan School of Social Work, Ann Arbor, Michigan (2000)
Biography
Dr. Roman began her career in public health with the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s (NYCDOH) Health Research Training Program in the Office of Lead Injury and Prevention based in the East Harlem and Bushwick neighborhoods of NYC. Her interest and commitment to public health stem from her fellowship experience with the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute and work experience with the NYC Mayor’s Office of Health Insurance Access. Currently, she is actively involved in the San Diego community and has focused her efforts on promoting diversity and improving the health and well-being of those in need. As a board member for Latinas in Medicine, she helps to promote and contribute to the advancement of Latinas pursuing a career in medicine. She is a member of the Outreach Committee for the Association of Women in Science in San Diego and serves on the Steering Committee of the National Hispanic Medical Association’s Southern California Chapter. Dr. Roman is a recent graduate of LEAD San Diego’s Advance Class of 2020 and South Bay Community Services’ Domestic Violence Counseling Program for the State of California.
