Byron Sogie-Thomas

Byron Sogie-Thomas has a strong background in public health research, health policy analysis, and technology. Byron has extensive experience in the field, having worked in various roles over the years.

Their most recent experience includes serving as a Software Engineering Fellow at General Assembly, where they underwent a full-stack web development training program. Prior to that, they worked as a Host at Health Nut in 2020.

In 2014, Byron joined CTIS, Inc. as the Deputy Director of Health Policy Research and Analysis. Their work focused on conducting public health research at the intersection of health equity, public policy, and technology. Byron authored publications including blogs, white papers, and reports on various health policy-related subjects.

Before their role at CTIS, Inc., Byron was actively involved in the American Public Health Association. Byron chaired the Health Informatics Information Technology Section and served as a program planner and abstract reviewer for the organization's Annual Meeting. Byron also worked as the Director of Health Policy and Government Relations at the National Medical Association, where they provided advice and guidance on health policy and government relations matters affecting physicians and patients. Byron played a key role in testifying and advocating for health system reform, including the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Early in their career, Byron worked as a Research Associate at the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation.

Overall, Byron Sogie-Thomas has a diverse range of experiences in public health research, health policy analysis, and technology.

Byron Sogie-Thomas has a Master's degree in Emergency Health Services from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, which they obtained between 1995 and 1999. Prior to that, they graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree, 'cum laude', in Clinical Lab Science from Howard University between 1988 and 1992. In 2021, Byron attended General Assembly for Full Stack Web Development.