Renee Crichlow M.D., Faafp

Renee Crichlow MD, FAAFP is an experienced medical professional with a diverse range of roles and responsibilities. Renee currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Codman Square Health Center since January 2021. In addition, they are the Vice-Chair of Health Equity at Boston University's Department of Family Medicine, a position they have held since February 2021. Dr. Crichlow is also a Lecturer at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health Center for Executive and Continuing Professional Education.

Furthermore, they have assumed leadership roles in various organizations, including being the President of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, starting in May 2023. Additionally, they are a Commissioner on the AAFP Commission on Federal and State Policy and a Member of the Board of Directors at Atrius Health Equity Foundation.

Dr. Crichlow is also involved in editorial work, serving as the Medical Editor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the journal American Family Physician. Renee is a member of The NEJM Catalyst Insights Councilor for New England Journal of Medicine.

Moreover, Dr. Crichlow has founded The Ladder for America, a program aimed at introducing underprivileged children to health careers through service learning and mentorship. Renee previously held the position of Chief Member at an undisclosed organization until July 2022. Overall, Dr. Crichlow's extensive work experience reflects their commitment to promoting health equity and policy development in their field.

Renee Crichlow MD, FAAFP has an extensive education history. Renee earned their Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Biology with a focus on Molecular Biology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, from 1990 to 1993. Following this, they pursued their Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree at the University of California, Davis - School of Medicine, completing their studies from 1994 to 1998.

In 2005, Renee Crichlow took part in a Fellowship program in Primary Care Health Policy at the Department of Health and Human Services. Renee further expanded their knowledge and expertise by attending various programs at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. In 2018, they participated in the "Emerging Women Executives in Health Care" program, and in 2019, they engaged in a program titled "Preparing for What's Next in U.S. Health Reform" at the same institution.

Continuing their commitment to education, Renee Crichlow attended the Crisis Leadership Higher Education Program at the Harvard Kennedy School in 2020 to enhance their skills and proficiency in crisis management.