SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITYSCHOOL OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
GRADUATEPUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPS
(FIELD PLACEMENTS)
2001 - 2008
PCH 595 –PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2001)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneLeah Alteri (SP/01)[Project: Conduct needs assessment of homeless youth]
Institute for Community Health119 Windsor StreetCambridge, CT 02139Contact: Virginia Chomitz, Ph.D.
(617) 665-3807
Anita Bergoderi (SP/01)[Project: Development of research tool for mothers’ and employers’ perception of breast feeding obstacles and facilitators]
Waterbury Hospital Health Center64 Robbins StreetWaterbury, CT 06721Contact: Laurie H. Mariano, RNC, MS
(203) 573-7602)
Donna Bowers (SP/01)[Project: Implementation of parish-based wellness center]
Sacred Heart University202 Morehouse HighwayFairfield, CT 06432Contact: Linda Strong, Ph.D., MS
(203) 365-7656
Deborah Caporale (SP/01)[Project: Coordinate Ryan White planning council]
Boston AIDS Consortium140 Claredon StreetBoston, MA 02116Contact: Mr. Jeremy Holman, M.A.
(617) 867-0144
John Cullen (SP/01)[Project: Implementation of project mothercare van initiative]
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield370 Bassett RoadNorth Haven, CT 06473Contact: Denise Peacock, M.P.H.
(203) 985-6189
Paula A. Doyle (SP/01)[Project: Cost of teenage pregnancy in CT and nation]
Teen Pregancy Prevention Council of CT419 West Middle TurnpikeManchester, CT 06040Contact: Deborah McDonald, M.A.
(860) 643-3432
Veronica Egbunike (SP/01)[Project: Development of clinical screening instrument for assessing empolyees stress]
Yale University School of MedicineOccupational and Environmental Medicine Program135 College StreetNew Haven, CT 06510Contact: Oyebode Taiwu, M.D., MPH
(203) 785-7231
Omobola Faokunla (SP/01)[Project: Development of clinical screening instrument for assessing patient stress]
Yale University School of MedicineOccupational and Environmental Medicine Program135 College StreetNew Haven, CT 06510Contact: Oyebode Taiwu, M.D., MPH
(203) 785-7231
Melissa Hofilena (SP/01)[Project: Evaluation of medication adherence program for state of connecticut]
Southern Connecticut State UniversityDepartment of Public Health144 Farnham AvenueNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Jean Brenybontemi, Ph.D., MPH
(203) 392-6953
Mandi Grimminger (SP/01)[Project: Conduct community
University of PennsylvaniaDepartment of Food Sciences
(814) 865-9288
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needs assessment, program development, surveillance and monitoring for community nutrition program]
203B Borland Food LaboratoryUniversity Park, PA 16802Contact: Katherine Cason, Ph.D.
Stephanie Johnson (SP/01)[Project: Coordination of breast health program]
Qualidigm100 Roscommon DriveMiddletown, CT 06457Contact: Dr. Judith Barr, ScD
(860) 632-2008
Kristin Masotta (SS/01)[Project: Implementation of obesity prevention program]
Institute for Community Health119 Windsor StreetCambridge, MA 02139Contact: Dr. Virginia Chomitz, Ph.D.
(617) 665-3807
Karen McLaughlin (SP/01)[Project: Planning a cost effective children’s vision screening and training program]
Prevent Blindness Connecticut1275 Washington StreetMiddletown, CT 06457Contact: Liana Fresher, MS (health policy and management]
(860) 347-2020
Jessica Planas (SP/01)[Project: Planning, implementation and evaluation of residence life wellness programming]
Southern Connecticut State UniversityWell-Off Program501 Crescent StreetNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Michele Vacnour, MPH, CHES
(203) 392-5530
Desmond Poyser (SP/01)[Project: Conduct of needs assessment and program development for CHF patients]
Stamford Hospital SystemP.O. Box 9317Stamford, CT 06904-9317Contact: Mary Ann Dombrowski, MSN, CHF
(203) 325-7916
Patricia Prata (SP/01)[Project: Assessment of barriers and facilitators of care for people with diabetes]
Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center97 Patterson StreetNew Brunswick, NJ Contact: Dorothy Caputo, MA, RN, CNA, CDE
(732) 235-7430
Stacy Sokol (SP/01)[Project: NCI traineeship]
National Cancer Institute (NCI) Office of Communications Health Pr31 Center Drive, MSC 2580 Building 31, Room 10A10Bethesda, MD 20892-2580Contact: Ms. Elisabeth Handley, M.P.A.
(301) 402-5575
Jacqueline Solimini (SP/01)[Project: Implementation of health promotion program for migrant workers]
Yale University School of Medicine135 College Street, 3rd FloorNew Haven, CT 06510Contact: Dr. Peter Rabinowitz, M.D., M.P.H.
(203) 785-4197
Shamila Thapliyal (SP/01)[Project: Development of computer program to enhance infection control]
Stamford HospitalP.O. Box 9317 Shelburne RoadWest Broad StreetStamford, CT 06904Contact: Brenda Grant, MPH, RN, CHES
(203) 325-7876
Maria Thomas (SP/01)[Project: Development of computer-based continuing
Southern Connecticut State UniversityContinuing Education501 Crescent Street
(203) 392-5530
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education Web site for community health educators]
New Haven, CT 06515Contact: Michele Vancour, MPH, CHES
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PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2002)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneMaryanne Adelabu (SP/02)
[Project: Implement prevention case management services for homeless]
Norwalk Department of Health137 East AvenueNorwalk, CT 06851Contact: Ms. Helene Heissenbuttel, BSN, MS
(203) 854-7973
Adelero Adebajo (SP/02)
[Project: Implementation & evaluation of diabetes curriculum]
REACH 2010: Charleston & Georgetown Diabetes Coalition159 Rutledge Avenue P.O. Box 250160Charleston, SC 29425Contact: Dr. Carolyn Jenkins, Dr.Ph, MS, MSN
(843) 792-4625
Lindsey Beckwith (SP/02)
[Project: Design, implement, & evaluate peer education workshops]
Mount Holyoke CollegeDepartment of Health EducationP.O. Box 3202South Hadley, MA 01075Contact: Ms. Karen Jacobus, M.Ed.
(413) 538-2466
Dennis Brown (SP/02)
[Project: Assessment of emergency preparedness plan]
Madison Health Department8 Campus DriveMadison, CT 06443Contact: Mr. John Bowers, MS
(203) 245-5614
Laura Burleson (SP/02)
[Project: Development of communication materials for CFIDS]
State of CT. Department of Public Heath410 Capitol Avenue MS#13CMNHartford, CT 06106-1373Contact: Mr. Michael Purcaro, P.T., MS
(860) 509-7270
Carmela Cassisi (SP/02)
[Project: Evaluation study of non-adherant HIV/AIDS patients]
Stamford HospitalP.O. Box 9317 Shelbourne RoadStamford, CT 06904Contact: Ms. Julie Stewart, R.N.
(203) 325-5510
Michelle Doucette Rawcliffe (SP/02)
[Project: Evaluation of health promotion model]
YMCA Camp Woodstock160 Jewell StreetHartford, CT 06103Contact: Ms. Kim Harty, MHSA
(860) 522-4183
Thomas Gerundo (SP/02)
[Project: Develop policy procedures manual for CBI]
Midstate Behavioral Health System384 Pratt StreetMeriden, CT 06450Contact: Ms. Kimberly Beauregard, MS, RPRP, MSW
(203) 235-1792
Laura Grafton (SP/02)[Project: Intervention to increase utilization of fluoridated water]
Hill Health Center428 Columbus AvenueNew Haven, CT 06519Contact: Dr. Stephen Upedgrove, MD, MPH
(203) 503-3088
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Aisha Hamid (SP/02)
[Project: Evaluation of Wellness Fair]
Norwalk Health Department137 East AvenueNorwalk, CT 06851Contact: Ms. Rhonda Collins, MPH, CHES
(203) 854-7977
Patricia Iovene (SP/02)
[Project: Implementation of school-based intervention for asthma]
Gateway Community College60 Sargent DriveNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Alice Pandolfi, MPH, CHES
(203) 285-2391
Aiman Issa (F/02)
[Project: Develop inventory of HIV medication adherence services]
Connecticut Department of Public Health410 Capitol AvenueHartford, CT 06134-0308Contact: Linda Cooney, MPH, BSN, RN
(860-509-7843
Helen Luoma (SP/02)
[Project: Community organizing for family advocacy program]
Family Advocacy Program28 Crescent StreetMiddletown, CT 06457Contact: Ms. Dona Huff, LCSW, MHSA
(860) 537-6503x. 6428
Jennifer Mennillo (SP/02)
[Project: Co-design, implement & evaluate “Turn Off TV Week”]
Institute for Community Health119 Windsor StreetCambridge, MA 02139Contact: Ms. Vessica Collins, MS
(617) 665-3804
Kwame Osei-Antwi (SP/02)
[Project: Evaluation of lead-poisoning Program]
Manchester Health Department479 Main StreetP.O. Box 191Manchester, CT 06045-0191Contact: John Salcius, B.A., R.S.
(860) 647-3173
Sara Pontillo (SP/02)
[Project: Community needs assessment]
Gateway Community College60 Sargent DriveNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Alice Pandolfi, MPH, CHES
(203) 285-2391
Manisha Prakash (F/02)
[Project: Implementation of health promotion program]
United Community and Family Services47 Town StreetNorwich, CT 06360Contact: Ms. Suzanne Campbell, M.S., M.S.N.
(860) 892-7042x. 370
Anna Quinn (SP/02)
[Project: Development of inventory of interventions]
Qualidigm100 Roscommon DriveMiddletown, CT 06457Contact: Ms. Michele Kelvey Albert, MPH, CHES
(860) 632-6367
Maureen Reault (F/02)
[Project: Target needs assessment]
Central Area Health Education Center, Inc.30 Arbor Street NorthHartford, CT 06106Contact: Dr. Brenda DelGudo, Ph.D.
(860) 233-7561x. 101
Thomas Reilly (SP/02)
[Project: Evaluation of youth gambling preventive services]
CT Council on Problem Gambling47 Clapboard Hill RoadGuilford, CT 06437Contact: Ms. Alexis Carol, M.A.R., M. Div. Contact: Mr. Eric Adler, MPH
(203) 453-0138
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Abigal Ring (SP/02)
[Project: Conduct social-marketing marketing campaign for college alcohol use]
SCSU-Counseling Services501 Crescent StreetNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Ms. Courtney C. Esparza, L.P.C., L.C.D.C
(203) 392-5475
Robert Rubbo (SP/02)
[Project: Assessment of at-risk Lyme disease occupations]
Torrington Area Health District Lyme Disease Prevention Program350 Main Street, Suite ATorrington, CT 06790Contact: Ms. Susan Perlotto, MS
(860) 489-0436
Kristen Russo (SP/02)
[Project: Development of EPSDT interventions]
Anthem Blue Cross370 Bassett RoadNo. Haven, CT 06473Contact: Ms. Stephanie Criscoulo, B.A.
(203) 985-4307
Bethany Sanborn (SP/02)
[Project: Plan, coordinate, & evaluate stress-reduction program]
Yale University Health Services17 Hillhouse AvenueNew Haven, CT 06520Contact: Ms. Sally Rinaldi, RN, BS
(203) 432-1892
Stacey Shelton-Howe (SP/02)
[Project: Implementation of health-risk appraisal]
Hospital of Saint Raphael1450 Chapel StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Dorothy Ventriglio, BS
(203) 789-3536
Kathleen Testa (SP/02)
[Project: Evaluation of primary care project]
Qualidigm100 Roscommon DriveMiddletown, CT 06457Contact: Ms. Anne Elwell, RN, BS
(860) 632-6322
Nancy Thursby ((SS/02)
[Project: Implementation of health promotion program]
St. Vincent’s Wellness Services2800 Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06606Contact: Ms. Cindy McGuire, M.S.
(203) 576-5500
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PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPSINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2003)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneLouise Ackerman (SP/03)
[Project: Formative research on developing community partnerships]
Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center130 Division StreetDerby, CT 06418Contact: Ms. Beth Patten Comerford, M.S.
(203) 732-1265
Barrington Bogle (SP/03)
[Project: Childhood obesity prevention program]
Park City Primary Care Center64 Black Rock AvenueBridgeport, CT 06605Contact: Dr. Conrado Barzaga, M.D.
(203) 579-5055
Mary Ann Booss (SP/03)
[Project: Planning and coordinating of Healthy People 2010 Microgrant Colloquium]
Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center130 Division StreetDerby, CT 06418Contact: Ms. Margot Zaharek, M.S.
(203) 732-1265
Janell Campagna (SP/03)
[Project: Sound marketing campaign for “Cover the Uninsured Week”]
American Cancer Society558 Preston AvenueMeriden, CT 06450Contact: Ms. Melissa Petro, MPH, CHES
(203) 379-4860
Angela Michelle Corbett (SS/03)
[Project: HIV risk among migrant farm workers]
Hispanic Health Council175 Main StreetHartford, CT 06106Contact: Dr. Michael Duke, Ph.D.
(860) 527-0856x. 252
Zubaida Faridi (SP/03)
[Project: Project coordination for prevention research center’s international health collaboration]
Yale Griffin Prevention Research Center130 Division StreetDerby, CT 06418Contact: Ms. Georgia Jennings, MPH
(203) 732-1265
Camille Fletcher (SP/03)
[Project: Implement CareCard Program for adults 55+]
Hospital of Saint Raphael Dept. of Community Health and Outreach1450 Chapel StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Dorothy Ventriglio, B.S.
(203) 789-3536
Beverly Gibson-Mohamed (SP/03)
[Project: Coordinate recruitment for smallpox program]
Norwalk Health Department137 East AvenueNorwalk, CT 06851Contact: Mr. Michael Pirillo, M.P.H.
(203) 854-7776
Maria Ibarra-Lozada (SP/03)
Fair Haven Community Health Center374 Grand AvenueNew Haven, CT 06513
(203) 777-7411
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[Project: Plan, implement & evaluate patient welcoming package]
Contact: Ms. Katrina Clark, M.P.H.
Krista Jordan (SP/03)
[Project: Implement wellness program for seniors]
Covenant Village of Cromwell52 Missionary RoadCromwell, CT 06416-2143Contact: Ms. Cynthia Marchinkoski, B.S.
(860) 754-3008
Shahbaz Khan (SP/03)
[Project: Evaluation of clinical practices against HRSA standards]
Norwalk Community Health Center, Inc.121 Water StreetNorwalk, CT 06854Contact: Anna Washington, J.D.
(203) 899-1770
Rebecca Kieffer (SP/03)
[Project: Implement nutrition disaster plan]
American Red Cross, Waterbury Chapter64 Holmes AvenueWaterbury, CT 06710Contact: Ms. Jan Radke, M.S.
(203) 755-1137x. 11
Todd Kipperman (SP/03)
[Project: Development of staff resource manual for JOTLAB]
Clifford Beers Clinic93 Edwards StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Mr. Covel Rogers, M.S.W.
(203) 772-1270
Daniel Legg (SS/03)
[Project: Implement West-Nile disease prevention program]
Danbury Department of Health and Housing155 Deer Hill AvenueDanbury, CT 06810Contact: Mr. William Campbell, MPH
(203) 797-4625
Scott LeRoy (SS/03)
[Project: Community needs assessment]
City of Danbury Health and Housing Department155 Deer Hill AvenueDanbury, CT 06810Contact: Mr. William Campbell, MPH
(203) 797-4625
Midge Malicki (SS/03)
[Project: Provide support for women’s empowerment intiative]
Women's Health Coordination Center67 Maple AvenueDerby, CT 06418Contact: Ms. Susan Nappi, MPH
(203) 732-1330
Deborah Miller (SP/03)
[Project: Implementation of vaccination program]
Stamford Health SystemShelbourne Road at West Broad StreetStamford, CT 06904Contact: Ms. Brenda Grant, RN, BSN, MPH
(203) 325-7876
Lorrie-Anne Monte (SP/03)
[Project: Implementation of school-based substance abuse prevention program]
Naugatuck High School543 Rubber AvenueNaugatuck, CT 06770Contact: Ms. Denise Swan, B.S., M.S.
(203) 720-5291
Obiageli Okwuka (SS/03)
[Project: Develop and implement cancer awareness programs]
American Cancer Society372 Danbury Rd.Wilton, CT 06897-2523Contact: Ms. Maureen Gianni, MBA
203-563-0553
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Chukwuemeka Oragwu (SP/03)
[Project: Implementation of HIV prevention program]
City of Bridgeport Health Department752 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06601Contact: Mr. Thomas Gecewikcz, MPA, PHL
(203) 576-7689
Lynne Paglierani (SP/03)
[Project: Implementation of health promotion program]
Women's Education, Life Learning/A Mother's PlaceY-NHH Grace BuildingNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Ms. Peggy DeZinno, BSN, RN, CCE
(203) 688-9355
Deborah Pease (SP/03)
[Project: Implementation of burn prevention program]
Glastonbury Health Department2155 Main StreetGlastonbury, CT 06033Contact: Mr. David Boone, M.P.H., R.S.
(860) 652-7534
Stephanie Petrahai (SP/03)
[Project: Development of policy and procedures manual]
Yale University School of Medicine464 Congress Avenue Suite 260New Haven, CT 06519Contact: Ms. Maria Thomas, MPH, CHES
(203) 785-3836
Jennifer Vincenzo (SP/03)
[Project: Creation of health promotion materials]
Elder Horizons20 York StreetNew Haven, CT 06504Contact: Dr. Susan Varano, M.D.
(203) 688-5729
Carla Rebelo (SP/03)
[Project: Development of asthma education manual]
Bridgeport Community Health Center982 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06856Contact: Ms. Sharon Schirmann, R.N., B.S.N., M.S.N., A.P.R.N.
(203) 696-3260
Karen Ricketts (SS/03)
[Project: Create database of best practices for work-life balance program]
SCSU Wellness Office144 Farnham AvenueNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Ms. Michele Vancour, M.P.H.
(203) 392-5530
Nadia Russell (SP/03)
[Project: Development of immunization campaign]
New Haven Health Department54 Meadow StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Contact: Ms. Jennifer Rich,
(203) 946-7097
Xuman Tian (SP/03)
[Project: Assessment of HIV/AIDS education and training program]
CT AIDS Education and Training Center100 Church Street SouthNew Haven, CT 06536Contact: Ms. Laurie Sylla, MHSA, BSW
(203) 737-2361
Lauretta Toomey (SP/03)[Project: Development of reportable disease surveillance system]
Milford Health Department82 New Haven AvenueMilford, CT 06460Contact: Ms. Karen Barnett, R.N., B.S.N., M.S.N.
(203) 783-3285
Richard Torres (SP/03)
[Project: Evaluation of school-based health promotion
City of Bridgeport, Health Administration752 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06608Contact: Mr. Jack McCarthy, MPH
(203)576-8209
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program]Daniel Wurm (SP/03)
[Project: Implementation of adherence enhancement intervention]
CT D.P.H. Community Health Education410 Capital AvenueHartford, CT Contact: Ms. Tonya St. John,
(860) 509-7802
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PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPSINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2004)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneAlok Ahlawat (SP/04)
[Project: Development of dental health campaign
Southern Connecticut State UniversityGranoff Hall, 501 Crescent St.New Haven, CT 06515Contact: Ms. Brigitte Stiles, RN
(203)392-6300
Elaine Bennett (SP/04)
[Project: Implementation of ethics and public health: model curriculum
The Hastings Center21 Malcom Gordon RoadGarrison, NY 10524-5555Contact: Mr. Bruce Jennings, MA
(914) 424-4040x. 209
Hong Chau (SP/04)
[Project: Implementation of Project ASSERT]
Yale University School of Medicine464 Congress Avenue, Suite 260New Haven, CT 06519Contact: Ms. Maria Thomas, BS, MPH, CHES
(203) 785-3836
Paula Clogher (SP/04)
[Project: Evaluation of immunization practices of pediatricians]
Yale School of Public HealthEmerging Infections ProgramOne Church Street, 7th FloorNew Haven, CT 06510Contact: Ms. Sharon Hurd, MPH, CHES
(203) 764-4362
Barbara Dingfelder (SP/04)
[Project: Development of training materials for Power Over Pain Program]
American Cancer Society538 Preston Avenue, Box 1004Meriden, CT 06450-1004Contact: Ms. Patricia Trotta, RN, MSN
(203) 379-4763
Jennifer Esposito (SP/04)
[Project: Development and implementation of comprhensive plan for cancer provention and treatment]
American Cancer Society538 Preston AvenueMeriden, CT 06450Contact: Ms. Janell Dube, B.S., CHES
(2030 379-4837x. 4837
Usama Gaworgy (SP/04)
[Project: Evaluation of tobacco intervention program]
Yale University School of Medicine464 Congress Avenue, Suite 260New Haven, CT 06519Contact: Ms. Maria Thomas, BS, MPH, CHES
(203) 785-3836
Donna Heins (SP/04)
[Project: Development of communication tool for staff delivery of case management services]
Vista Vocational & Life Counseling Skills Center1356 Old Clinton RoadWestbrook, CT 06498Contact: Ms. Helen Bosch, M.S.
(860) 399-8080
Sandra Hurd (SP/04)
[Project: Identification of timing and predictors of return
Yale University333 Cedar StreetNew Haven, CT 06520-8064Contact: Dr. Eve Colson, MD
(203) 688-7953
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to smoking in delivered women]Sharon Joseph (SP/04)
[Project: Development, implementation and coordination of health education program]
University of Hartford Magnet School196 Bloomfield AvenueWest Hartford, CT 06117Contact: Ms. Margy Clark, RN, BS, NCSN
(203) 236-2899
Melanie Johnson (SP/04)
[Project: Coordination, design, and update of Celebrate Girls website]
UCONN Health Center MC-4060263 Farmington AvenueFarmington, CT 06034-4060Contact: Ms. Diane Bennett
(860) 679-8309
Paulina Kim (SP/04)
[Project: Assessment of barriers and challenges to medication adherence in patients with diabetes]
VA Hospital950 Campbell AvenueWest Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Joanne Messore, RN, MPH, BSN
(203) 932-5711x. 2118
Maureen Lillis (SP/04)
[Project: Implementation of breast health education programs]
Yale-New Haven Breast Center800 Howard AvenueNew Haven, CT 06510Contact: Dr. Donald Lannin, MD, FACS
(203) 785-2328
Nene Nirupama (SP/04)
[Project: Implementation of Lyme disease and bioterrorism education programs]
Westport Weston Health District180 Bayberry laneWestport, CT 06880Contact: Ms. Sue Jacozzi, BS, MPH, CHES
(203) 227-9571
Barbara O'Grodnick (SP/04)
[Project: Development and implementation of parish nurse health education programs]
Griffin Hospital130 Division StreetDerby, CT 06418Contact: Ms. Daun Barrett, RN (A.D.)
(203) 732-7584
Boyinde Caroline Omotoso (SP/04)
[Project: Development and implementation of telephone interview for cancer education study for physicians]
Teachers College, Columbia University525 West 120th Street, P.O. Box 239New York, NY 10027Contact: Dr. Sherri Sheinfeld Gorin, PhD
(212)-678-3990
Sandra Ribeiro (SP/04)
[Project: Development and implemenation of in-home lead prevention education program]
New Haven Health Department54 Meadow StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Contact: Mr. Paul Kowalski, MPH
(203) 946-8173
Linda Rogen (SP/04) Bayer Center for Health Care Communication400 Morgan Lane
(203) 812-3264
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[Project: Development and implementation of training program on health care communication for health care professionals]
West Haven, CT 06576Contact: Ms. Kathleen Bonvicini, MPH
Douglas Serafin ((SP/04)
[Project: Development and implementation of bioterrorism education program
Greenwich Department of Health101 Fieldpoint RoadGreenwich, CT 06830Contact: Ms. Stephanie Paulmeno, MS, RN, NHA
(203) 622-7849
Douglas Serafin (SP/04)
[Project: Development and implementation of nutrition education program for a faith-based organization]
St. John's Family Center768 Fairfield AvenueBridgeport, CT 06604Contact: Ms. Valzie Peterkin
(203) 335-2999
Cathleen Williams (SS/04)
[Project: Development and implementation of skin cancer prevention education program
American Cancer Society538 Preston AvenueMeriden, CT 06450Contact: Ms. Janell Dube, B.S., CHES
(203) 379-4837x. 4837
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PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPSINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2005)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneKaren Ablondi (SP/05)
Focus Area:Community Outreach
Connecticut Mental Health Center34 Park StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Ms. Debra Fisk, LCSW
(203) 974-7313
Rebecca Arnold (SP/05)
Focus Area:Cancer.Develop objectives for NCI’sRole in achieving National Challenge Goal.
National Cancer Institute, OSPA6116 Executive Blvd., Suite 205Bethesda, MD 20892Dr. Margaret Ames, Ph.D.
(301) 451-9985
Rhonie Browne (SP/05)
Focus Area: AIDS
Aids Project New Haven1302 Chapel StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Ms. Lynette Gibson, B.S.
(203) 624-0947
Ellen Cappiello (SS/05)
Focus Area: Elderly Needs Assessment
Quinnipiac Valley Health District1151 Hartford TurnpikeHamden, CT 06473Ms. Leslie Balch, RN, MPH
(203) 248-4528
Stacey Cartier (SP/05)
Focus Area: Policy
District Office of CongresswomanRosa L. DeLauro59 Elm StreetNew Haven, CT 06510Mr. Stanley Welch, B.S.
(203) 562-3718
Michelle A. Corbett (SS/05)
Focus Area: Sexual Health
Asociacion Pro-Bienestar de la Familia Nicaraguense – PROFAMILIA½ cuadra al sur del Instituto Nacional, Ocotal, Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua Ms. Maria Eudocia ‘Dochyta’ Falcon
(011) 732-2983
Paramvir Dhariwal (SP/05)
Focus Area: Nutrition
SCSU Health Services501 Crescent StreetNew Haven, CT 06515Ms. Brigette Stiles, RN
(203) 392-6300 x.26310
Kasia Frenette (SP/05)
Focus Area: Needs Assessment Behavioral Risk SurveyWeb Site Design
Stratford Health Department468 Birdseye StreetStratford, CT 06615Ms., Elaine O’Keefe, MSPH
(203) 385-4090
Rachel Grabowski (SP/05)
Focus Area: Radon
Connecticut Department of Public Health410 Capital AvenueHartford, CT 06134-0308Ms. Krista Veneziano, BA, RS, MPH, CHES
(860) 509-7677
Ronni Humes (SP/05) DuBay Horton Associates177 State Street, Suite 410
(203) 334-6089
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Focus Area: Develop strategies to better meet the needs of families who suffer the loss of a child under one year of age.
Bridgeport, CT 06604Ms. Kristin duBay Horton
Gargi K.C. (SP/05)
Focus Area:Infant mortality in minority populations.
NIH-DC Initiatives to Reduce InfantMortality in Minority Populations2175 K Street NW, Suite 700Washington, DC 20037Dr. Ayman El-Mohandes, MBBch, MD, MPH
(202) 416-0415
Carmel Kostolitz (SP/05)
Focus Area:Obesity in Special Populations
Fellowship Place441 Elm StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Ms. Carol Damsky, MS
(203) 401-4227 x. 127
Donna LaCivita (SS/05)
Focus Area: Breast –Feeding Campaign
Yale New Haven HospitalWELL/ A Mother’s Place20 York StreetNew Haven, CT 06510Ms. Peggy DeZinno, BSN, RN
(203) 688-9355
Rui Liu (SP/05)
Focus Area:HIV Awareness
AIDS Project New Haven1302 Chapel StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Mr. Nicholas Boshnack, MSW
(203) 624-0947
Rui Liu (SP/05)
Focus Area:Implementation/evaluation of Project ASSERT.Establish referral services
Yale University, School of Medicine,Section of Emergency Medicine464 Congress Avenue, Suite 260New Haven, CT 06519Ms. Maria A. Thomas, MPH
(203) 785-3836
Shara Martel (SP/05)
Focus Area: AIDS Empowerment
CT AIDS Education and Training Center100 Church Street Southern Connecticut State University New Haven, CT 06536Ms. Laurie Sylla, MHSA, BSW
(203) 737-2361
Vanessa Mattison (SS/05) American Red Cross of S.E. Fairfield Cnty.158 Brooklawn AvenueBridgeport, CT 06604-2012Ms. Patricia M. Scharr, B. A., M.S., C.F.R.E.
(203) 576-1010x. 24
Kimberly Mikenis (SS/05)
Focus Area: Landmine Education
Vietnam Veterans of America (Angola)1725 “I” Street, NW 4th FloorWashington, DC 20006-2412Ms. Tracy Brown, B.A.
(202) 483-9222
Sharon Miller (SP/05)
Focus Area: Obesity
New Haven Department of Health54 Meadow Street, 9th FloorNew Haven, CT 06519Dr. Stephen Updegrove, MD, MPH
(203) 946-6364
Laura Morris (SP/05)
Focus Area:Government Relations
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center282 Washington StreetHartford, CT 06106Ms. Jane Baird, MPA
(860) 545-8561
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Patricia Nerreau (SP/05)
Focus Area:Infant MortalityDiabetes
New Haven Health Department54 Meadow StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Ms. Maria Damiani, B.S., M.S.
(203) 946-5842
Carol Penta (SS/05)
Focus Area: Community Outreach – Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Yale New Haven Hospital20 York StreetNew Haven, CT 06510-3202Ms. Stephanie Bilskis, BSN
(203) 688-4091
Francesca Provenzano (SP/05)
Focus Area:Enviromental Health
CT Department of Public Health410 Capitol Avenue MS #11CHAHartford, CT 06134-0308Mr. Kenny Foscue, MPH
(860) 509-7753
Denise Ramoutar (SS/05)
Focus Area: Asthma Education
New Haven Health Department54 Meadow StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Ms. Darcyl. Cobbo, BA, MBA
(860) 946-8457
MaheshReddy (SP/05)
Focus Area: Oral Health
Bridgeport Community Health Center982 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06608-2409Dr. Kris Kotsay, DMD
(203) 696-3270
Ramon Rodriguez-Santana
Focus Area: Health Education and wWeb Site Design
Hispanos Unidos, Inc.116 Sherman AvenueNew Haven, CT 06608-2409Luz Z. Gonzales, MS
(203) 781-0226
Edward Selender (SP/05)
Focus Area: Asthma
Health Net of the NortheastOne Far Mill Crossing, P.O. Box 904Shelton, CT 06484-0944Ms. Elizabeth S. Miller, MPA
(203) 225-8961
Prajna Siddiqui (SP/05)
Focus Area: Women’s Health
FHI (Family Health International)House-5, Road-35Gulshan, Dhaka-1212, BangladeshMs. Tara Nicole O’Day, MPH
880 29887561/9887925
Dionne Smith (SP/05)
Focus Area: Lead Poisoning
Waterbury Department of Public Health95 Scovill Street, Suite 100Waterbury, CT 06706Ms. Roseanne Wright, RN, MPH
(203) 346-3902
Tara Trapasso (SP/05)
Focus Area: Health Education
New Haven Health Department54 Meadow StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Ms. Maria B. Damiani, DMD
(203) 946-5842
Fatmata Turay (SP/05)
Focus Area: Oral Health
Department of Social Services25 Sigourney StreetHartford, CT 06106Dr. Donna Balaski, DMD
(860) 424-5342
Preethi Varghese (SP/05) Yale Program on Aging Copes Study1 Church Street – 7th Floor
(203) 764-9800
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Focus Area: Cardiovascular Health
New Haven, CT 06510Dr. Matthew M. Burg, Ph.D.
Brian Wnek (SP/05)
Focus Area: Health Education
New Haven Health Department54 Meadow StreetNew Haven, CT 06519Ms. Mary Ann Zavorskas, MS
(203) 946-8186
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PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2006)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneAimee Apatow (SP/06)
[Project: Program Evaluation]
Stamford Health Department468 Birdseye StreetStratford, CT 06615Contact: Ms. Elaine Abrams
(203) 385-4090
Barbara A. Barton (SP/06)
[Project: Coordination of College AOD Survey]
SCSU: Alcohol & Drug Center, Office of Student & University Affairs501 Crescent Street, Rm #1,Schwartz HallNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Ms. Sarah H. Michaud
(203) 392-5087 x. 25087
Jessica Brown (SP/06)
[Project: Design and Implementation of College Tabacco Control Program]
SCSU Health ServicesWintergreen AvenueNew Haven, CT 06515Contact: Ms. Brigitte Stiles
(203) 392-6310
Rosa Browne (SS/06)
[Project: Organize and Coordination of Health Fair for Persons with disabilities]
Multi-Cultural Independent Living Center of Boston, Inc.22 Beechwood StreetDorchester, MA 02121Contact: Ms. Suzeth L. Dunn
(617) 288-9431 and TDD 617-288-2707x. 200
Stacey Cannon (SP/06)
[Project: Preparation of Emergency Preparedness Drill]
City of Milford Health Department82 New Haven AvenueMilford, CT 06460Contact: Diana Yassanye
(203) 783-3368
Mir Chowdhury (SS/06)
[Project: Facilitating AIDS Prevention Services Program]
AIDS Project New Haven1302 Chapel StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Nitza Agosto
(203) 624-0947 x. 232
Lea Crown (SS/06)
[Project: Development of Oral Health Education Materials & Coordination of Community Outreach Worker Project]
Southwestern Connecticut Area Education Center5520 Park Avenue, Suite 109Trumbull, CT 06611Contact: Ms. Joan Lane
(203) 372-5503
Meaghan Cunningham (SP/06)
[Project: Evaluation of Clinical Outreach Program]
Planned Parenthood of St. Louis Region4251 Forest ParkSt. Louis, MO 63108Contact: Ms. Alison Gee
(314) 531-7526
Jessica Holmes (SP/06)
[Project: Creation of Video Documentary on Gaps in Health Services]
Connecticut Center for a New Economy77 Huyshope Avenue, Rm. 210Hartford, CT 06106Contact: Ms. Renae Reese
(860) 524-9341
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Pamela James (SP/06)
[Project: Commuity Organizing for Service Population]
Leeway, Inc.40 Albert StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Sue Heller
(203) 865-0068
Sheelagh Jones (SP/06)
[Project: Develop Health Education Program for Haitian Congregationists]
St. John's Episcopal Church628 Main StreetStamford, CT 06901-2094Contact: Dr. Eric Ram
(203) 348-2619
Susan Kudla (SP/06)
[Project: Delivering of Positive Youth Program for Project UPLIFT]
Boys and Girls Club of Southeastern CT30 Central AvenueGroton, CT 06340Contact: Ms. Dina Sears-Graves
(860) 445-7667
Sarah McClure (SP/06)
[Project: Development of Parent Empowerment Tool Kit for Child Outcome Tracking Initiative]
Matrix PHC Inc.85 Willow Street, Suite 3New Haven, CT 06511Contact: Dr. Denise E. Stevens
(203) 787-4700
Kristin Patmos (SP/06)
[Project: Coordination of Community Disaster Outreach Education Program for Persons with Diabilities]
American Red Cross209 Farmington AvenueFarmington, CT 06032Contact: Ms. Anouchka Bayard-Blanchard
(860) 678-2826
Lisa Pentino (SP/06)
[Project: Cooordination and Conducting Community Health Education and Prevention Activities]
Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling47 Clapboard Hill RoadGuilford, CT 06437Contact: Ms. Tamara Petro
(203) 453-0138 x. 2
Jennifer Salvato (SP/06)
[Project: Development of Web- Based Wet Lab Educational Materials for Labatory Workers]
Department of Public Health Lab10 Clinton StreetHartford, CT 06106Contact: Mr. Dave Johnson
(860) 509-8500
Scott Szalkiewicz (SP/06)
[Project: Reconfirguration and Update of CT DPH Child Day Care Licensing Program Web-Based Licensing Information]
State of CT, Department of Public Health, Community Based Regulation Branch410 Capitol Avenue, MS# 12DAC, P.O. Box 340308Hartford, CT 06134-0308Contact: Ms. Jacqueline Currell-Palumbo
(860) 509-8045
Andrea Wilson (SP/06)
[Project: Organizing and Implementing a Campaign to
Planned Parenthood of Connecticut, Inc.345 Whitney AvenueNew Haven, CT 06511Contact: Ms. Shanta Evans
(203) 752-2853
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Gain Legislative Support of the Microbicide Development Act]Anila Syed (Quereshi) (SS/06)
[Project: Employee Risk Modification Intervention Porgram]
Health & Lifestyles3902 Knollwood DriveAustin, TexasContact: Ms. Lisa Danielson
(512) 457-4245
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PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2007)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneEmily Adamski (SP/2007)
[Project: Creation of communications tool for Atena’s integrated health solutions]
Aetna, Inc.151 Farmington AvenueHartford, CT 06156Ms. Robin Aldieri, BS-Health Systems Mgt., MBA-Healthcare Mgt.
(860) 273-7853
Morenike Akpo (SP/2007)
[Project: An evaluation of the SISTA project training sessions for AIDS Project New Haven]
AIDS Project New Haven1302 Chapel StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Ms. Julie Anderson, MS, H.R.M/Training Development
(203) 624-0947
Mayra Cagganello (SP/2007)
[Project: Development of culturally appropriate spanish version of a school-based nutrition program: Nutrition Detectives]
Integrative Medicine Center at Yale-Griffin Research Prevention Center130 Division StreetDerby, CT 06418Ms. Judy TreuDr. Deborah Kennedy, Ph.D.
(203) 732-1369
Heather Dorsey (SS/2007)
[Project: To develop a municipality-based wellness program for the city of New Haven Employees].
Saint Raphael’s Occupational Health Plus175 Sherman AvenueNew Haven, CT 06511Ms. Carolyn Gregory
(203) 789-5163
Peter Ennin (SP/2007)
[Project: Planning a statewide protocol and comprehensive center of excellence for sickle cell disorder]
CT Department of Public Health410 Capital Avenue, P.O. Box 340308Hartford, CT 06134Vine M. Samuels, M.P.H.
(860) 509-7382
Carol Felder (SP/2007)
[Project: Development of public health careers curriculum for high school students]
Southwestern Area Health Education CenterP.O. Box 550Bridgeport, CT 06601Ms. Joan Lane, M.P.H.
(203) 372-5503
Traci Frye (SP/2007)
[Project: Analysis of Connecticut colleges implemention of smoke-free standards]
American Cancer Society538 Preston Avenue,P.O. Box 1004Meriden, CT 06450Ms. Valerie Gallo, BS-Public Health, M.P.H.-Community Health
(203) 379-4835
Crystal Jeter (SP2007) Yale New Haven Hospital (203) 688-7092
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[Project: Development of public health infection prevention messages for the Connecticut Hospital Asssociation]
20 York Street, FMB31New Haven, Ct 06510Ms. Carla Giles, BS-Public Health, M.P.H.
Amy Lehaney (SP/2007)
[Project: Evaluation of knowledge about bed bugs among Connecticut and housing code enforcement officials]
City of Stamford Health Department888 Washington Blvd.Stamford, CT 06904Dr. J. Lee, MD, M.P.H.
(203) 977-4396
Alessandra Litro (SP/2007)
[Project: Analysis of obesity prevention program]
Middlesex Hospital28 Crescent StreetMiddletown, CT 06457Ms. Susan Macary, M.P.H.
(860) 343-4037
Linda Mako (SP/2007)
[Project: Integration of wellness and disability programs at a managed care company]
Aetna151 Farmington AvenueHartford, CT 06437Ms. Laura Grafton, M.P.H., CHES
(860) 636-9130
Stephanie Marcucio (SP/2007)
[Project: Development of communications tool for proper needle disposal]
Quinnipiak Valley Health District1151 Hartford TurnpikeNorth Haven, CT 06473Ms. Leslie Balch, M.P.H.
(203) 248-4528
Andrew Meiman (SP/2007)
[Project: Evaluation of participation in health promotion programs]
Hill Health Center400-428 Columbus AvenueNew Haven, CT 06519Ms. Jennifer Brackett, MSN, MPH
(203) 503-3087
Augustine Okeke (SP/2007)
[Project: Development of “health passport” document to promote, monitor and evaluate baseline health status and continuity of care among men in New Haven, Connecticut]
Yale New Haven Hospital, Department of Community Health Clinic Building789 Howard Avenue, #CB51New Haven, CT 06510Mr. Gary Smart, MPA-Healthcare Mgt.
(203) 688-5895
Tochukwu Okeke (SP/2007)
[Project: Data analysis of determinants of low birth weight infants at Yale New Haven Hospital]
Yale New Haven Hospital20 York StreetNew Haven, CT 06510Ms. Carla Giles, M.P.H.
(203) 688-7092
Patricia Ordway (SP/2007) Milford Health Department82 New Haven Avenue
(203) 783-3289
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[Project: Development of a walking school bus program for elementary school children]
Milford, CT 06460Deepa Joseph, M.P.H.
Martin Franco Tolentino (SP/2007)
[Project: Development of a methodology for utilizing the Overall Nutrition Quality Index (ONQI) score]
Yale Griffin Prevention Research Center130 Division StreetDerby, CT 06418Ms. Judy TreuDr. Deborah Kennedy, Ph.D.
(203) 732-1369
PCH 595 – PUBLIC HEALTH INTERNSHIPINTERNS AND FIELDSITES
(2008)
Name Agency/Program TelephoneRose Abrue-Sanchez (SP/2008)
[Project: Development of strategic plan for implementation of cultural competency programming]
Leeway, Inc.40 Albert StreetNew Haven, CT 06460Ms. Martha Dale, MPH
(203) 865-0068
Selma Alves (SP/2008)
[Project: Development and implementation of policy for safe toy options]
CT Department of Public Health410 Capital AvenueHartford, CT 06106Ms. Krista Veneziano-Legg, MPH
(860) 509-7677
Lisa Bemben (SS 2008)
[Proejct: Development of hypothesis and test the relationship between accupuncture and heart disease]
Bridgeport Health Department752 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06608Dr. Marian Evans, MD, Director of Health
(203) 576-7680
Sara Burns (SP/2008)
[Project: Development of evaluation component for school-based center comprehensive reproductive health services]
Bridgeport Health Department752 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06608Dr. Marian Evans, MD, Director of Health
(203) 576-7680
Marc Camardo (SS 2008)
[Project: Develop and implement survey tool for health centers’ assessment of potential for alternative care facility in the event of an emergency]
Community Health Center Association of CT375 Willard AvenueNewington, CT 06111Dr. Jon Weinstein, MD, MPH
(845) 590-4802
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Patricia DeWitt (SP/2008)
[Project: Implementation of prescription discount program for low-income families and individuals].
United Way of Greater New Haven71 Orange StreetNew Haven, CT 06510Ms. Jennifer McGrady Heath, MPA
(203) 691-8167
Maureen Farrell (SS 2008)
[Project: Health assessment of the town of Brookfield CT].
Newtown Health District31 Pecks LaneNewtown, CT 06470Donna Culbert, MPH &Pamela Kilbey-Fox, MPH
(860) 509-7660
Ashley Fernandez (SS 2008)
[Project: Develop alcohol-related health promotion programming for at-risk undergraduates].
SCSUDepartment of Public Health144 Farnham AvenueNew Haven, CT 06515Sandra Bulmer, PhD, MS, CHES
(203) 392-6993
Maya Greene (SP/2008)
[Project: Design and implement an investigation of local attitudes surrounding community violence]
New Haven Family Alliance370 James Street, #201New Haven, CT 06513Sherman Malone, MSW, LCSW, BCD.
(203) 786-5970
Stephanie Guess (SP/2008)
[Project: Evaluation of client health outcomes and compare with community health assessment]
Southeastern Mental Health Authority401 West Thumes Street, Bldg. 301Norwich, CT 06360Ms. Claire Burchfield, MSW
(860) 859-4790
Kathryn Haemer (SP/2007)
[Project: Planning, development and implementation of City of Bridgeport Wellness Committee]
Bridgeport Health Department752 East Main StreetBridgeport, CT 06608Dr. Marian Evans, MD, Director of Health
(203) 576-7680
Sandra Hanley-Grant (SP2008)
[Project: Promote, improve and optimize breast cancer screening and follow-up among underserved women]
Yale New Haven Hospital20 York StreetNew Haven, Ct 06510Ms. Carla Giles, BS-Public Health, M.P.H.
(203) 688-7092
Vicky Koehler (SP/2008)
[Project: Create resource materials for living a reduced carbon lifestyle]
Global Volunteer Network, Ltd.Level 2, 105 High StreetLower Hutt, New ZealandMs. Courtney Montague, MPH
(011) 64 4 569 9081
Ligia Masilamani (SP/2008) Norwalk Health Department137 East Avenue
(203) 854-7977
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[Project: Design, implement and evaluate a Lyme Disease awareness intitiative for Spanish-speaking day laborers]
Norwalk, CT 06851Ms. Rhonda Collins, MPH, CHES.
Donald Mitchell (SS 2008)
[Project: Evaluate, develop, faciliate training for, and distribute the Chatam’s Health District’s emergency communication plan]
Chatam Health District20 East High StreetEast Hampton, CT 06424Mr. Thad King, MPH
(860) 267-9601
Rose Murtaugh (SS 2008)
[Project: Implementation of healthy lifestyles for individuals with disabilities]
Central CT Health District120 Cedar StreetNewington, CT 06111Laura J. Morris, MPH
(860) 665-8571)
Barbara Naclerio (SP/2008)
[Project: Development and implementation of handwashing educational program for parents and school children]
East Shore District Health Department14 Business Park DriveBranford, CT 06405Mr. Alex Cinotti, M.P.H.
(203) 481-4233
Rashidat Olayokun (SS2008)
[Project: Implement emergeny preparedness programs for underserved populations in select CT communities]
Community Health Center, Inc.635 Main StreetMiddletown, CT 06457Ms. Jane Hylan, MPH
(860) 347-6971
Annette Sauerbrunn (SP/2008)
[Project: Development of communications tool for proper needle disposal]
North Haven Public Schools5 Lindsay StreetNorth Haven, CT 06473Ms. Jane Sanford, MPH, MS, 6th Year
(203) 239-2581
Abha Shrestha (SS 2008)
[Project: Population-based study of C.difficile associated disease (CDAD)]
FoodNet- CT Emerging Infection ProgramOne Church Street, 7th FloorNew Haven, CT 06510Ms. Ruthanne Marcus, MPH
(203) 764-4363
Michele Soeters (SP/2008)
[Project: Population-based study of C.difficile associated disease (CDAD)]
FoodNet- CT Emerging Infection ProgramOne Church Street, 7th FloorNew Haven, CT 06510Ms. Sharon Hurd, MPH
(203) 764-4362
Syed Imran (SS 2008)
[Project: Development of annexes to the public health emergency response plans for
Yale Center for Public Health PreparednessMiddletown Health Department245 de Komen DriveMiddletown, CT 06457Ms. Kathi Traught, MPH
(860) 347-3537
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