Biography
Dr. Quick is a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor, Director of the Master of Public Health (MPH) Program, and the Director of Public Health Practice. Her career has been dedicated to population health through governmental public health service and healthcare leadership. She is an advocate for underserved populations through outreach, education, and resource alignment within public and private sectors. Dr. Quick is the current Deputy Director for Health Protection Bureau for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, Health Effects Consultant for South Coast AQMD, and Chief Medical Officer for KCS Health. Her roles allow her to be in direct involvement with training practitioners to ensure high-quality patient care serving at-risk populations. Dr. Quick values mentorship and encourages professional development and collaboration to empower future public health professionals. She is dedicated to ensuring students are prepared to address the real world public health challenges as future public health leaders.
Current Projects/Studies
In addition to being a Health Sciences Associate Clinical Professor, Director of the Master of Public Health (MPH) Program, and the Director of Public Health Practice, Quick serves on various professional associations, committees, and societies. She is a member of the UCSD Preventative Medicine Residency Performance Evaluation Committee, Orange County Women’s Health Project Advisory Board, the California Society of Addiction Medicine Public Policy, and as a delegate for the California Medical Association. Dr. Quick provides her experience in occupational health across the larger UC Irvine campus.
Education
- M.D. from the University of Utah, School of Medicine
- M.P.H. from San Diego State University
- B.S. in Philosophy from the University of Utah
Honors and Awards
Dr. Quick’s leadership and diverse professional experience have gained her recognition for her contributions to public health. Her involvement and active engagement in various professional associations, committees, and societies contribute to her dedication to advancing a more equitable and inclusive environment within public health.