Roberto L. Rodriguez, MD, Mph
About Roberto L. Rodriguez, MD, Mph
Roberto L. Rodriguez, MD, MPH, serves as the West Coast Lead Pediatrician at Hazel Health, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in pediatric medicine, telemedicine services, and health promotion, with previous roles at the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services and The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Current Role at Hazel Health
Roberto L. Rodriguez serves as the West Coast Lead Pediatrician at Hazel Health, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on providing pediatric care and enhancing telemedicine services across the West Coast. His leadership contributes to the organization's mission of improving access to healthcare for children.
Previous Experience in Pediatric Medicine
Before joining Hazel Health, Rodriguez held several significant positions in pediatric medicine. He worked as the Medical Director at the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services from 2018 to 2021. Prior to that, he served as the Regional Medical Director for Population Health at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia from 2016 to 2018. His experience includes a role as a Pediatric Resident at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia from 2001 to 2004.
Education and Training
Rodriguez earned his Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from the University of California, San Francisco - School of Medicine, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. He also obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH) from the University of California, Los Angeles - School of Public Health in 2005. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies from The University of Texas at Austin, completed in 1996.
Leadership in Health Services
Rodriguez has demonstrated professional leadership in health philanthropy and has expertise in school-based telemedicine services. His background encompasses child welfare and population health, reflecting a commitment to improving health outcomes for children and families.
Career Progression in Public Health
Rodriguez's career in public health includes notable roles such as Medical Director at the Texas Department of State Health Services from 2013 to 2016, where he led initiatives in health promotion and chronic disease prevention. His experience as a Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholar at UCLA from 2004 to 2006 further solidified his expertise in health services.