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Statistician, Continuous Quality Improvement <br>
Division of Research and Optimal Patient Care <br>
[American College of Surgeons (ACS)](https://www.facs.org/quality-programs/?page=1) <br>
633 N St Clair St <br>
Chicago, IL 60611
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## About 
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I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology, Society, and Environment with a minor in Public Health from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, awarded in 2020. Subsequently, I pursued advanced studies and earned a [Master of Public Health degree in Epidemiology](https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/academics/degrees/master-public-health/columbia-mph/mph-epidemiology) with a [Certificate in Applied Biostatistics and Public Health Data Science](https://www.publichealth.columbia.edu/academics/degrees/master-public-health/certificates/applied-biostatistics-and-public-health-data-science) from the prestigious Mailman School of Public Health. 

I currently work as a Statistician for the American College of Surgeons, concentrating on elevating surgical quality and outcomes through the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP). In my current position, I leverage an extensive skill set in data science, statistical analysis, and epidemiological methodologies to steer evidence-based decision-making and research.</span>

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<p align="left"> Please see my [Resume](documents/Coleman, Melvin (Technical Resume).pdf) for more information about my academic and professional experience.</p>

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<h2>Contact Information</h2>

Melvin Coleman <br> 
Chicago, IL <br> 
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