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Chauncey Watson

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Chauncey Watson

Ph.D.

Chief Patient and Policy Officer, DC Health

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Current HIV/AIDS-Related Research Activities

Dr. Christopher Chauncey Watson is an accomplished global public health leader dedicated to advancing health equity through research, communication, advocacy, mentorship, and transformative community partnerships. He is a recognized architect of frameworks diversifying clinical trials and currently serves as the Deputy Director of Policy, Programming, and People. In this role, Dr. Watson shapes internal and external policies, oversees programming, surveillance, and wellness center activities, and leads the Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) efforts. With extensive experience from both the private and academic sectors, he brings a unique perspective to public health initiatives, focusing on driving equitable patient outcomes.