Carlos Mahaffey

Assistant Professor, Department of Public Health

Areas of Expertise

Correctional health
HIV disparities
Community-based participatory research
Implementation science

HHS Signature Research Area(s)

Healthy Lifestyles and Vital Longevity
Sustainable Organizations and Thriving Communities

Department of Public Health Research Area(s)

Health Disparities
Prevention Science
Community-Engaged Research
Intervention and Implementation Science

Biography

Dr. Carlos Mahaffey has over a decade of experience in community-engaged implementation science, specifically with health intervention and promotion programs with marginalized communities. His training and research include projects across various settings including youth and adult correctional facilities, state government agencies, and metropolitan and rural communities.

Dr. Mahaffey’s research focuses on examining the systems and conditions that perpetuate health and racial disparities, impact sexual behavior, influence health utilization and help-seeking, and promote health equity.

Education

PharmD, 2009, Florida A&M University
MPH, 2011, Morehouse School of Medicine

Websites

Sexual Health Research Lab

Current Courses

PUBH 501 - Intro to Health Equity