School
School of Healthcare Business and Technology
Department
School of Healthcare Business and Technology
About
Dr. Jaime Vallejos is a family medicine physician originally trained in Nicaragua, where he directed a community health center and led initiatives such as vaccination drives, nutrition programs, chronic disease prevention, and infectious disease treatment. He has collaborated with global organizations including UNICEF, USAID, CARE, and Caritas International to advance public health initiatives worldwide.
Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Education with a focus on Research and Evaluation, Dr. Vallejos’s research centers on public health pedagogy. With over fifteen years of experience teaching biological science and public health, he also serves as a quality improvement expert, partnering with hospitals to implement state and federal health programs. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys traveling and is an avid photographer.
Education
- PhD, Research and Evaluation, University of Massachusetts-Lowell
- MPH, University of Massachusetts–Amherst
- BS/MD, UNAN-León Nicaragua
Research Interests
- Public Health Pedagogy
- Large dataset analysis
- Artificial Intelligence and Electronic Medical Record Applications
Featured Affiliations
American Public Health Association
WebsiteEducation
- PhD, Research and Evaluation, University of Massachusetts-Lowell
- MPH, University of Massachusetts–Amherst
- BS/MD, UNAN-León Nicaragua
Research Interests
- Public Health Pedagogy
- Large dataset analysis
- Artificial Intelligence and Electronic Medical Record Applications
Awards and Honors
- Nominated to the 2022, 2023, and 2024 Alden Excellence in Teaching Awards, highlighting dedication to students and outstanding pedagogy as recognized by Worcester State University.