Orville Campbell is a distinguished Epidemiologist at the Metro Public Health Department of Nashville and Davidson County, where he leverages over 28 years of clinical and administrative healthcare experience to drive impactful public health initiatives. His extensive training, including residency and fellowship at Emory University,...
Orville Campbell is a distinguished Epidemiologist at the Metro Public Health Department of Nashville and Davidson County, where he leverages over 28 years of clinical and administrative healthcare experience to drive impactful public health initiatives. His extensive training, including residency and fellowship at Emory University, combined with an MBA in healthcare management, equips him with a unique perspective that bridges medical expertise with strategic business acumen.
In his current role, Orville is instrumental in data analytics, focusing on gap analysis to identify health disparities and inform evidence-based interventions. He oversees the development of the Project Data Analytic Tool (PDAT), which enhances the department's capacity to analyze health data and improve decision-making processes. As Co-Chair of the Music City Behavioral Health and Wellness Summit, he fosters collaboration among stakeholders to address pressing mental health issues in the community.
Orville is also at the forefront of addressing the opioid crisis through the development and implementation of an adult opioid fatality review panel, which aims to analyze and mitigate the factors contributing to opioid-related deaths. His leadership extends to the Emerging Drugs and Substances Action Group, where he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to tackle the challenges posed by new psychoactive substances.
With a strong foundation in cultural intelligence, change management, and health informatics, Orville is dedicated to enhancing public health outcomes through strategic planning and innovative program development. His commitment to utilizing data-driven insights ensures that the Metro Public Health Department remains responsive to the evolving health needs of Nashville and Davidson County residents.
