Travis Gayles MD, PhD
About Travis Gayles MD, PhD
Travis Gayles, MD, PhD, serves as the Chief Health Officer at Hazel Health since 2021 and has a robust background in public health and adolescent medicine, with previous roles in academia and public health leadership.
Work at Hazel
Travis Gayles serves as the Chief Health Officer at Hazel Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees health initiatives and strategies aimed at improving healthcare access and outcomes for children and adolescents. His leadership at Hazel Health is informed by his extensive background in public health and medicine, allowing him to effectively address the unique health needs of the populations served.
Education and Expertise
Travis Gayles holds an MD from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, where he studied from 2003 to 2009. He also earned a PhD in Health Policy from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies in 2006. Additionally, he obtained a BA in Public Policy Studies and African/African American Studies from Duke University. His educational background supports his expertise in HIV Medicine and Adolescent Medicine, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of public health challenges.
Background
Travis Gayles has a diverse professional background in healthcare and public health. He has held various academic positions, including Adjunct Faculty at the University of Maryland and Adjunct Lecturer at New York University. His earlier roles include faculty positions at Northwestern University and clinical practice as a pediatrician at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. His work experience spans several years in the Greater Chicago Area and Montgomery County, Maryland.
Achievements
During his tenure as Chief of Public Health Services and Medical Officer in Montgomery County, Maryland, Travis Gayles played a significant role in public health initiatives. His leadership in this capacity from 2017 to 2021 allowed him to influence health policy and implement programs that addressed community health needs. His academic roles have also contributed to the education of future healthcare professionals.