Katelyn Jetelina

Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Your Local Epidemiologist

An epidemiologist and public health expert known for her work in infectious diseases, epidemiology, and health communication. She is the founder of the popular science blog Your Local Epidemiologist, where she distills complex public health information into accessible content for the public. Dr. Jetelina’s research focuses on infectious disease dynamics, including the epidemiology of COVID-19, and she has also contributed to various academic publications and worked with public health agencies to improve responses to emerging health threats.