Diana Ditsch
About Diana Ditsch
Diana Ditsch serves as the Environmental Health Division Internal Communications Coordinator at the Minnesota Department of Health, a position she has held since 2016. She has a background in public health and political science, with extensive experience in health services and communications.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Diana Ditsch has served as the Environmental Health Division Internal Communications Coordinator at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for managing internal communications within the division, ensuring effective information dissemination and collaboration among team members. Her position plays a crucial role in supporting the division's objectives and enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Diana Ditsch holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from Boston University, which she completed from 1995 to 1996. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she studied from 1985 to 1991. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in public health and policy, contributing to her expertise in environmental health communications.
Background in Public Health
Before her current role, Diana Ditsch worked for 19 years at the Wisconsin Department of Health Services as the Web Coordinator for the Wisconsin Division of Public Health. Her responsibilities included managing web content and enhancing online communication strategies. Additionally, she served as the Office Manager for the Pollution Prevention Project at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Environmental Resources Center from 1992 to 1995.
Financial Management in Public Health
Diana Ditsch developed and implemented a $3.7 million spending plan for the Division of Public Health. This initiative demonstrates her capability in financial management and strategic planning within the public health sector. Additionally, she monitored local AIDS contracts for the Division of Public Health, ensuring compliance and effective use of resources.