Public health informatics is the application of information science and technology to improve population health outcomes. This book presents the foundations of data collection, integration, and analysis within public health systems. It highlights tools such as electronic health records, geographic information systems, and surveillance platforms. Data privacy, interoperability, and decision support are critical themes. Readers gain insight into how informatics supports outbreak detection, resource planning, and policy development.
Carver Lawson combines a background in biomedical informatics and health systems analysis, focusing on the digital transformation of public health infrastructure. He has played key roles in building integrated health information exchanges and decision-support tools for disease tracking. His portfolio includes both academic publications and technical reports for government and health agencies. He is deeply involved in data ethics, algorithmic transparency, and health data interoperability. His work underscores the critical role of data science in improving population health outcomes.