Data and Social Epidemiology

Virginia Health Opportunity Index

Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA) & Medically Underserved Areas

Publications & Tools

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Division of Social Epidemiology

The Division of Social Epidemiology provides data management, research and analytical support to the Office of Health Equity, Virginia Department of Health and external stakeholders.

Our research focus:

• Health Equity & Disparities
• Social Determinants of Health
• Health System Capacity

Major program areas:

• Federal Health Professional Shortage Area & Medically Underserved Area Designations
• National Health Service Corps Site Technical Assistance
• The Health Opportunity Index

Skills & Tools:

• Data Visualization & Dashboard Design
• Geo-Analytics
• Social & Economic Analysis

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