HOUSTON (Feb. 15, 2011) – Linda Highfield, PhD has been named Director of Research for St. Luke's Episcopal Health Charities. Dr. Highfield has been Community Health Information System Manager for the Charities since August 2009. Dr. Highfield’s experience draws on the multidisciplinary fields of epidemiology, statistics, geography, computer science, public policy and public health.
In her new role, Dr. Highfield will utilize leadership, evidence-based management and qualitative research skills and experience to provide a research and education program that supports the strategic agenda and leads to outcomes supportive of the goals and priorities of the Center for Community-Based Research.
Dr. Highfield received her PhD in Epidemiology from Texas A&M University.
