Stephanie Farquhar

Stephanie E. Farquhar, Ph.D., is a distinguished professional in the field of public health with a focus on health equity and community wellness. She served as the Director of Social Research at the Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness within the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene from 2018 to 2022.1

Professional Experience

Dr. Farquhar's career spans various roles in public health and academia:

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene: During her tenure, she co-founded and led the Data for Equity initiative, which aimed to strengthen the agency's ability to use data to address health disparities.4

University of Washington: Currently, Dr. Farquhar holds several positions at the University of Washington:

• Professor in the School of Public Health
• Associate Dean
• Director of the Community-Oriented Public Health Practice (COPHP) MPH Program26

Research Focus

Dr. Farquhar's research is centered on community-based participatory approaches to address social and environmental equity issues related to health.3 Her work emphasizes the importance of using data to expose and tackle health inequities.

Additional Roles

• Presidential Innovation Fellow14
• Former Executive Director at Children's Medical Center, where she served as the Director of Research Services in Population Health5

Dr. Farquhar's diverse experience in academia, government, and healthcare institutions demonstrates her commitment to improving public health through innovative research and data-driven approaches to health equity.