Tali Elfassy

Tali Elfassy inspires the academic community to rethink the complexities of health disparities through her dedicated research and teaching. As an Assistant Professor at the University of Miami, she delves into the nuanced health challenges faced by Asian Americans (AAs) in New York City. Her work challenges the pervasive myth of the model minority by highlighting that AAs in NYC experience poverty rates comparable to other ethnic minority groups. Elfassy's research is pivotal in addressing these disparities, as she focuses on the intersection of neighborhood socio-economic status and its impact on mental and cardiometabolic health among AAs. By utilizing data from the NYC Community Health Study, she aims to uncover the underlying factors contributing to these health outcomes and to propose actionable solutions. Her academic journey is marked by a commitment to understanding and mitigating health inequities. At Rutgers University-Camden, she honed her expertise in public health, with a particular interest in mental health, cardiovascular health, and the broader implications of poverty on health outcomes. Her work is not only academically rigorous but also deeply rooted in a desire to effect positive change in communities. Through her research, Tali Elfassy continues to shed light on the critical issues of health disparities, advocating for a more equitable healthcare landscape. Her contributions are invaluable in shaping policies and interventions that aim to improve the health and well-being of marginalized populations.