Biography
- Division:
- Division of Aids, Behavioral and Population Science – DABP
- Review Branch:
- Health Services and Systems – HSS
Dr. Chiu-Fang Chou received her Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree in Health Policy and Administration from the University of Illinois Chicago and completed postdoctoral research training in health services research at the University of Minnesota. Prior to joining the Center for Scientific Review (CSR), Dr. Chou held research and statistical positions across several federal agencies. At the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), she contributed to population health surveillance and epidemiologic research. At the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), her research focused on health workforce development, healthcare access, health disparities, and the evaluation of federal health programs, including initiatives aimed at improving primary care quality and health outcomes. At the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), she contributed to national behavioral health surveys and statistical methodology. Most recently, at the U.S. Census Bureau, she conducted national survey data analysis and statistical research. Dr. Chou has extensive expertise in health services research, epidemiology, complex survey methodology, and program evaluation. She has authored or coauthored more than 40 scientific publications and received the AcademyHealth Outstanding Abstract Award and the American Public Health Association (APHA) Best Abstract Award.
