Ahmed Idris
About Ahmed Idris
Ahmed Idris is a Covid-19 Public Health Specialist Supervisor who oversees a team of over 15 public health specialists, ensuring efficient case intake and high-quality performance. He has extensive experience in public health, having worked in various roles, including COVID-19 case investigator and program coordinator, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Physiology with a minor in Public Health from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
Current Role as COVID-19 Public Health Specialist Supervisor
Ahmed Idris currently serves as a COVID-19 Public Health Specialist Supervisor at the Minnesota Department of Health. In this role, he oversees the productivity and performance of over 15 public health specialists, ensuring efficient and high-quality case intake. He facilitates weekly team meetings to review special cases and provides resources for team success in specialized roles. Additionally, he is responsible for training new public health specialists on standard case intake protocols and procedures.
Previous Experience at Minnesota Department of Health
Ahmed Idris has extensive experience at the Minnesota Department of Health. He worked as a COVID-19 Case Investigator for one month in 2020, where he contributed to case management efforts in Minneapolis. He later served as a COVID-19 Public Health Specialist from 2020 to 2021 for nine months, focusing on public health initiatives. Additionally, he was an AYAH-CoIIN Representative from 2017 to 2018 for ten months, engaging in collaborative improvement initiatives.
Education and Training Background
Ahmed Idris earned a Bachelor's degree in Physiology with a minor in Public Health from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, completing his studies from 2014 to 2018. He participated in the Summer Institute in Biostatistics in 2016 and served as a Research Assistant at the IHOTT Lab (EpiCH) from 2017 to 2018. His academic background provided a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in public health and clinical research.
Clinical Research and Coordination Experience
Ahmed Idris has worked in various clinical research roles. He served as a Clinical Study Coordinator at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health from 2019 to 2020, where he coordinated clinical trials aimed at advancing therapeutic medicines. He also worked as a Remote Clinical Research Coordinator at ThreeWire, Inc. for six months in 2020. His experience includes coordinating innovative clinical trials focusing on health access and outcomes for underserved populations.
Community Engagement and Mentorship
In addition to his professional roles, Ahmed Idris is actively involved in community engagement. He works as a teacher for youth and their families on weekends, emphasizing positive coaching and mentorship. His commitment to community service reflects his dedication to improving health outcomes and supporting underserved populations.