Summer Martins

Summer Martins is a Senior Research Scientist at Allina Health since August 2022, with prior experience as a Postdoctoral Associate at the University of Minnesota Medical School from April 2019 to June 2022. Summer's academic background includes a PhD in Epidemiology and an MPH in Epidemiology from the University of Minnesota, as well as a BA in Anthropology from The University of the South. Professional experience includes roles as a Research Manager and Senior Research Analyst at the University of Chicago, collaborating on diverse research projects, and holding various positions at the Minnesota Department of Health, where responsibilities encompassed surveillance and epidemiologic analysis. Summer has contributed to educational initiatives as a Graduate Teaching Assistant through multiple courses and at several academic institutions, developing curriculums and facilitating discussions.