Lydia A. Isaac, PhD MSc
About Lydia A. Isaac, PhD MSc
Lydia A. Isaac, PhD MSc, serves as an Associate Research Professor and Vice President of Health Equity and Policy at the National Urban League. She has a strong background in public health, with advanced degrees from prestigious institutions and extensive experience in research, policy analysis, and community health improvement.
Current Role at The George Washington University
Lydia A. Isaac, PhD MSc, serves as an Associate Research Professor at The George Washington University since 2017. In this role, she engages in research and academic activities that contribute to the understanding of health policy and management. Her position allows her to leverage her extensive experience in health equity and policy to educate and mentor students while conducting impactful research.
Education and Expertise
Lydia A. Isaac holds a PhD in Health Policy and Management from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where she studied from 2005 to 2009. She also earned an MSc in Health and Social Behavior from Harvard School of Public Health between 2001 and 2003. Additionally, she has an AB in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from Princeton University, completed from 1995 to 1999. Her educational background supports her expertise in research methodologies, data and policy analysis, and program development.
Professional Experience and Leadership
Lydia A. Isaac has held various leadership positions throughout her career. She is currently the Vice President of Health Equity and Policy at the National Urban League, a role she has occupied since 2021. Previously, she worked as an Assistant Professor at Hunter College from 2009 to 2014, and as the Executive Director of Health Policy Research Scholars at The George Washington University from 2016 to 2020. Her experience also includes serving as Director of Policy and Health Systems Analysis at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
Focus on Health Equity and Community Impact
Lydia A. Isaac is recognized for her commitment to promoting health equity and social justice. She is known for building and leading diverse, high-performing teams aimed at improving organizational impact and community health. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration and success, which she fosters across various organizations. She efficiently manages resources and strengthens systems to achieve organizational goals.
Previous Roles and Contributions
Before her current roles, Lydia A. Isaac worked at NYC Health and Hospitals Corporation as Assistant Director of Data, Grants, and Quality Improvement from 2014 to 2015. She also contributed to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as Director of Policy and Health Systems Analysis for six months in 2015-2016. These positions have equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of public health systems and policies.