Ali S. Khan
Ali S. Khan is an American public health official and former Assistant Surgeon General. He is known for his work in epidemiology and public health preparedness and response. Khan has had a significant impact on the field of public health through his work with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and his academic contributions.
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Ali S. Khan was born in Brooklyn, New York City. He earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center. He also holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.
Career[edit | edit source]
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention[edit | edit source]
Khan joined the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 1991 as an Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) officer. During his tenure at the CDC, he held various positions, including Director of the Office of Public Health Preparedness and Response. He played a crucial role in responding to numerous public health emergencies, including the 2001 anthrax attacks, Hurricane Katrina, and the H1N1 influenza pandemic.
Academic Career[edit | edit source]
After leaving the CDC, Khan became the Dean of the College of Public Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC). In this role, he has focused on training the next generation of public health professionals and advancing research in public health preparedness and response.
Contributions to Public Health[edit | edit source]
Khan has been a vocal advocate for improving public health infrastructure and preparedness. He has authored numerous articles and book chapters on topics such as infectious diseases, bioterrorism, and emergency response. His work has been instrumental in shaping public health policies and practices in the United States and globally.
Publications[edit | edit source]
Khan has published extensively in scientific journals and has contributed to several books on public health and epidemiology. Some of his notable publications include:
- "The Next Pandemic: On the Front Lines Against Humankind's Gravest Dangers"
- Various articles in the Journal of Infectious Diseases and Emerging Infectious Diseases
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout his career, Khan has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to public health. These include the Public Health Service Outstanding Service Medal and the CDC's Charles C. Shepard Science Award.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Khan is married and has two children. He is an avid supporter of public health education and often speaks at conferences and events to promote the importance of preparedness and response in public health.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Epidemiology
- Public Health Preparedness
- University of Nebraska Medical Center
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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