CDC
Division of Diabetes Translation
4770 Buford Highway
Atlanta,
GA
USA
30341
Email:
msaunders@cdc.gov
Biographical Sketch:
2007- present- Public Health Advisor- Division of Diabetes Translation
2002- 2007 - Program Director, Georgia Diabetes Prevention and Control and Drive for Sight Programs(DPCP)
1999-2002- Nutrition Program Manager, Clifton Springs Health Center, Women Infants and Children Program
1996-1999- Food Service Director, Bevery Manor, Acute Care Nursing Facilities
1995-1995- Intern - EmoryUniversity Hospital
1987-1993- Government Nutritionsit, George Town Hospital, Georgetown, Grand Cayman
Abstract publications and presentations for the International Diabetes Federation Congress( IDF) 2006 and 2009.
Abstract publication and presentation at Division of Diabetes Translation conferece , 2009, 2008, 2007
Other Areas of expertise include:
Communication Planning: Developed and executed communication plans to share information with widely diverse audience. Expertise includes delivering targeted messages through multiple channels including traditional and new media, strategic alliance networks, exhibits and trade shows, training sessions, and presentations and materials distribution. Strong ability to link communications to organization's strategic objectives.
Strategic Alliance Building: Collaborated with partners to develop and implement outreach campaigns. Expertise includes successful identification of potential partners, initiation of contact(s) within diverse agencies or organizations and development of compelling value propositions to encourage active participation in the partnerships.
Complex Message Delivery: Developed communication tools to educate and inform the lay public about complex health information. Expertise includes interpreting public policy, medical, legal and regulatory information and translating them into understandable public health messages.
Health Disparities: Collaborated with national, state and local partners to develop tools, campaigns, work groups and other strategies to address health disparities and the social determinants of health.
Advocacy and Policy: Collaborated with partners to develop and implement a policy and advocacy agenda, develop legislative briefs, set strategic direction for the organization, set program policy, goals, and direction complete legislative impact statements, and make Congressional visits.