Fekadu Ambissa
About Fekadu Ambissa
Fekadu Ambissa is a Public Health Analyst with over two decades of experience in public health analysis, specializing in medical equipment and devices. He has a diverse background in manufacturing engineering and holds multiple degrees, including a Doctorate in Epidemiology from Capella University.
Work at Minnesota Department of Health
Fekadu Ambissa has been employed as a Public Health Analyst at the Minnesota Department of Health since 2002. With over two decades of experience in public health analysis, he focuses on the evaluation and implementation of health policies and programs. His role involves analyzing data related to public health initiatives and contributing to the development of strategies that enhance health outcomes in the community.
Education and Expertise
Fekadu Ambissa holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Epidemiology and Public Health from Capella University, which he completed between 2010 and 2014. He also earned a Master of Business Administration in Management and Health Care Administration from the University of Phoenix in 2009. His undergraduate education includes a Bachelor of Applied Science in Product Design from Andrews University, obtained from 1986 to 1989. This educational background supports his expertise in both public health and manufacturing engineering.
Background in Manufacturing Engineering
Before transitioning to public health analysis, Fekadu Ambissa accumulated over a decade of experience in the manufacturing sector. He worked as a Manufacturing Test Engineer at Boston Scientific from 1991 to 1998 and as a Manufacturing Engineer at Adc from 1998 to 2002. His extensive background in manufacturing provides him with a unique perspective that enhances his analytical capabilities in public health.
Professional Experience in Public Health
In addition to his role at the Minnesota Department of Health, Fekadu Ambissa has also worked at the Minnesota Department of Human Services as a Public Health Analyst since 2002. His dual roles in these departments highlight his commitment to improving public health systems and policies within the state of Minnesota.