Committee Members Driving Progress Through Collaboration and Leadership
ASTDA’s committees play a vital role in advancing the Association’s mission by bringing together dedicated members with subject‑matter expertise and a shared commitment to sexual health. Committee members support the Board of Directors by developing programs, shaping initiatives, and providing guidance across key areas including education, research, policy, and professional engagement. Through their collaborative efforts, ASTDA committees help drive innovation, ensure scientific excellence, and strengthen the Association’s impact at both national and international levels.
Members
Co-Chair
Olusegun (SO) Soge,
MSc, PhD*
University of Washington
MSc, PhD*
University of Washington
Co-Chair
Elizabeth (Lizzi) Torrone, PhD*
CDC
CDC
Abby Norris Turner PhD*
Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Alissa Davis PhD
Columbia University
Columbia University
Arlene C. Seña, MD, MPH*
UNC Chapel Hill
UNC Chapel Hill
Cara Exten, PhD, MPH
Penn State
Penn State
Caroline Cameron, PhD, BSc
University of Victoria (Ex Officio)
University of Victoria (Ex Officio)
Elisabeth (Elise) Merchant, MD
Tufts Medicine
Tufts Medicine
Hilary Reno, MD, PhD*
Washington University
Washington University
Jana Jarolimova, MD, MPH
Brown Medicine
Brown Medicine
Julie Dombrowski, MD, MPH*
University of Washington
University of Washington
Makella Coudray, PhD, MPH, CPH
University of Central Florida
University of Central Florida
Patricia (Trish) Carr Reese, MD, MPH
Lancaster General Hospital
Lancaster General Hospital
Philana Liang, MPH, PA-C
Washington University
Washington University
* ASTDA Board Member
