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What is Public Health & Policy?
Public health and policy careers focus on population health, health policy development, and government health programs. Physicians in these roles shape health at the community, state, or national level.
Work Settings
- CDC and federal agencies
- State/local health departments
- WHO and global health organizations
- Think tanks and policy institutes
- Academic public health schools
Common Job Titles
- State/Local Health Officer
- CDC Medical Officer
- Health Policy Advisor
- Director, Public Health
- Epidemiologist
Compensation Range
- Medical Officer (government): $180,000 - $280,000
- State Health Officer: $200,000 - $350,000
- Academic/Think Tank: $150,000 - $300,000