Susan Michaels-Strasser

Dr. Susan Michaels-Strasser stands as a prominent figure in global public health with over 25 years of dedicated service in nursing and public health leadership. As Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University Medical Center and senior implementation director at ICAP, she guides crucial public health programs worldwide. Her academic credentials include an MPH and MSc in nursing from Yale University and a PhD in public health from the University of Cape Town, establishing her as a distinguished scholar in the field. Her expertise spans pediatric care and support, nurse training, and point-of-care diagnostics, with significant contributions to healthcare systems throughout Southern Africa. As Principal Investigator for a HRSA-funded multicountry initiative, she works tirelessly to strengthen nursing's role in HIV care and treatment. Her professional affiliations include membership in the prestigious Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society for Nurses, the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care, and Fellowship in the American Academy of Nursing. Dr. Strasser's impact extends beyond traditional healthcare boundaries, as she leads initiatives to develop, implement, and evaluate global public health programs, particularly focusing on improving care delivery systems in resource-limited settings. Her work has been instrumental in advancing nursing education and practice standards across multiple countries, making her a respected voice in international public health and nursing education.