Lisa Longfellow, MPH

Louisiana Office of Public Health
STD Prevention and Control Program
P.O. Box 60630
New Orleans, LA
USA 70160
Email: llongfe@dhh.la.gov

Biographical Sketch:
Louisiana Office of Public Health 2003 - Present Program Manager • Direct the statewide STD Control and Refugee Health Screening Programs. • Assure that state and federal regulations and laws are met. • Work collaboratively with appropriate programs and organizations working toward comparable goals and missions. • Represents the programs on intra- and inter-agency task forces, committees, etc. • Provide leadership in developing and implementing program plans and data sets consistent with funding requirements and initiatives. • Maintains a critical role with in formulating and implementing policy pertaining to the planning, directing, management, and evaluation of programs. • Serves as the principal program representative and provides program direction, expertise and guidance to officials and the public. • When warranted, drafts testimonies, policies, responses to inquiries, and/or financial statements for use in hearings and executive reviews, and to address concerns by grantees, contractors, and other concerned citizens. • Selects and assigns staff, identifies staff development needs, and ensures that necessary training is obtained.