Stacey Yamamoto, MPH

Assistant Director for Program & Strategy

There is no limit to the impact this program can have to improve dementia policy, practice, prevention, and perceptions on a global scale. The ripple effects will be endless.

Current Work

Stacey oversees programmatic areas of education and training at GBHI including recruitment and selection, curriculum, and administration of an academic certificate program at UCSF. Stacey reports directly to the UCSF Site Director and is also responsible for delivering data-informed strategic insights and recommendations, identifying opportunities for adaptation in an effort to shape and sustain programs to achieve impact.

Words of Strength

"Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean." - Ryunosuke Satoro

Vision

There is no limit to the impact this program can have to improve dementia policy, practice, prevention, and perceptions on a global scale. The ripple effects will be endless.

Strategy

Stacey is passionate about supporting Atlantic Fellows during their in-residence program at UCSF, ensuring they can thrive in their experience. Prior to GBHI, Stacey worked in the public health field with roles in academia, non-profit sector, government agencies, health care networks, and direct patient care.

Motivation

Stacey is inspired by the meaningful ways that the Atlantic Fellows programs are addressing health disparities globally. It’s a powerful force to be a part of!

Education & Experience

Stacey obtained a Master of Public Health degree from the University of California, Berkeley and a Bachelor of Science degree in public health/global health from the University of Washington.