Tanya Spruill
About Tanya Spruill
Tanya Spruill is an Associate Professor of Population Health and Medicine at NYU Langone Health with a background in clinical psychology and biostatistics.
NYU Langone Health
Tanya Spruill has been serving as an Associate Professor of Population Health and Medicine at NYU Langone Health since 2017. In this role, she contributes to advancing research and education in population health, working collaboratively with other professionals and students to improve public health outcomes through research, education, and clinical practices.
NYU School of Medicine
Prior to her current role, Tanya Spruill worked at NYU School of Medicine as an Assistant Professor of Population Health and Medicine. Her tenure lasted from 2011 to 2017, encompassing six years during which she was involved in teaching, mentoring, and contributing to several research projects aiming to enhance healthcare delivery and health outcomes at a population level.
Columbia University Medical Center
From 2005 to 2011, Tanya Spruill served as an Associate Research Scientist at Columbia University Medical Center. In this capacity, she focused on conducting impactful research studies. Her work primarily revolved around various aspects of population health, aiming to provide data-driven insights and solutions to public health issues.
Education and Qualifications
Tanya Spruill's academic background is extensive. She holds a Master of Science (MS) in Biostatistics from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Clinical Psychology from Rutgers University. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from Duke University, completing a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied aspects of psychology and public health.
Early Career Roles
Tanya Spruill's early career includes significant roles at Duke University Medical Center, where she worked as a Health Psychology Intern from 2002 to 2003, followed by a position as a Clinical Associate/Postdoctoral Fellow from 2003 to 2004. These experiences provided her with practical exposure to health psychology and clinical research, forming the basis for her future academic and professional endeavors.