Dr. Elaine Lewis

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Elaine Fitzgerald Lewis is an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at Boston University School of Public Health, specializing in Community Health Sciences. With a DrPH from Boston University and a Master's in International Affairs from Columbia University, she has held various leadership roles, including Senior Project Director at EDC's Home Visiting – Improvement Action Center Team. Her work focuses on quality improvement and systems building in maternal and child health. She has notably contributed to initiatives aimed at reducing infant mortality and improving birth outcomes. Fitzgerald Lewis has authored several publications in the field, including key studies on maternal mental health and breastfeeding practices. A veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard, she has received multiple service medals and was awarded the Coast Guard Academy Achievement Award in 2008. She is also certified in motivational interviewing and professional coaching.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Project Director

2021-01-01 — Present

EDC’s Home Visiting – Improvement Action Center Team • Boston, MA

Responsible for planning and directing technical assistance staff and partners, delivering both virtual and in-person technical assistance for the Federal Home Visiting Program.

Project Director

2018-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Infant Mortality Collaborative Improvement Innovation Network (CoIIN) • Boston, MA

Led initiatives to reduce infant mortality and improve birth outcomes by addressing health disparities.

Awards

#2008

Coast Guard Academy Achievement Award

2008-05-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.