Summary
The Healthcare Workgroup operates with the purpose of influencing healthcare systems, including health plans and providers, to implement policy and environmental strategies that contribute to the prevention and reduction of childhood obesity. This workgroup provides a forum for a number of healthcare stakeholders, including but not limited to hospitals, community clinics, insurers, physicians, universities, and community-based organizations. For a complete overview of the Healthcare Workgroup, please review the Healthcare Domain Strategic Plan (August 2022).
Please visit the Calendar or contact COI staff for information on attending Healthcare Workgroup meetings.
Healthcare Champion
Nazanine Abbaspour, PhD
Family Health Centers of San Diego
Dr. Suzanne Afflalo, MD
A Healthier Me, Founder and CEO
Mary Beth Moran
Rady Children’s Hospital
Our Team
COI Staff
Blanca Meléndrez, MA
Executive Director
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Shana Wright Bruno, MPH, CHES
Co-Director
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Jaclyn Resnick, MPH
Senior Program Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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Gabriel Garcia
Community Health Project Manager
San Diego Childhood Obesity Initiative
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