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Kelly Pimenta, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Associate
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Kelly Pimenta is an epidemiologist who recently earned her PhD in Epidemiology and Biostatistics from the University of Memphis. Her doctoral research focused on healthcare transitions among adolescents with sickle cell disease, reflecting her broader commitment to addressing health disparities among underserved populations. She also holds a Master of Public Health from Rutgers University and a Bachelor of Science in Public Health from The College of New Jersey.
Kelly’s career has centered on applying rigorous epidemiologic and implementation science methods to improve health outcomes in both domestic and global settings. She has conducted research in collaboration with institutions in Brazil, focusing on transition readiness, quality of care, and systems strengthening for chronic disease management. Her work integrates qualitative and quantitative approaches and emphasizes cross-cultural adaptation and equity-driven strategies.
Kelly was drawn to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital by its mission to advance care for children with catastrophic illnesses and its commitment to global health equity. She is motivated by a desire to generate actionable evidence that can transform healthcare delivery for vulnerable populations—especially adolescents navigating the shift from pediatric to adult care. At St. Jude, she aims to contribute to impactful, patient-centered research that informs sustainable interventions across diverse healthcare systems.