Teaching Philosophy
My teaching is shaped by having worked on both sides — as a data scientist and product strategist inside a health insurer, and as an academic researcher. I focus on helping students develop the analytical intuition they'll need to navigate healthcare systems, evaluate policy, and make data-informed decisions, whether they end up in operations, strategy, consulting, or public sector roles. I emphasize real-world application and current policy debates, drawing on cases from industry and research.
Courses Taught
At UAMS, I serve as Instructor for graduate-level courses in healthcare systems, policy analysis, and research methods. These courses serve students preparing for leadership roles in healthcare organizations and policy institutions.
Introduction to Health Policy & the Political System
Frameworks for understanding how health policy is made, implemented, and evaluated within the U.S. political system. Students learn to analyze policy proposals, understand the roles of key stakeholders (legislators, regulators, payers, providers), and critically assess evidence informing coverage and regulatory decisions.
Introduction to the American Health System
Overview of the structure, financing, and delivery of healthcare in the United States. Covers the roles of public and private payers, provider organizations, regulatory frameworks, and current challenges in access, cost, and quality.
Mentorship & Guest Instruction
As a Teaching & Research Assistant at UT Southwestern, I lead guest lectures on statistical methods and spatial analysis, and provide technical mentorship to graduate students on GIS, statistical programming (Python, R), and research design during office hours.