Lena joined the team in 2026. She earned her Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and a certificate in Maternal and Child Health from the University of Michigan. Her interests include chronic disease, social epidemiology, nutrition, and environmental exposures.
What motivates you to do this work?
I’ve seen firsthand the challenges that come with living with chronic conditions and how factors such as access to and affordability of health care, food insecurity, transportation, and housing can exacerbate those challenges. I aim to work in research that translates into more effective treatments, interventions and policies that address these barriers. I’m passionate about using data and working alongside communities to improve the health of underserved and vulnerable communities.