India Shepherd Hammond
Program & Research Manager
Emory University School of Medicine
and Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
Department of Pediatrics
Division of Infectious Disease
India obtained a Master of Health Administration from the University of Scranton and a Bachelor of Science in Health Services Administration from Drexel University.
During her undergraduate studies, she focused on healthcare administration, developing a strong foundation in program management and research operations. Her early career involved coordinating academic and clinical research programs, supporting faculty in regulatory compliance, and streamlining research administration. India has 5 years of experience managing complex multi-site research programs and clinical trials, spanning areas such as oncology, pediatric endocrinology, and public health. She has experience in research operations, regulatory processes, and stakeholder engagement, holding roles at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Thomas Jefferson University, and now Emory University.
She joined the ID Division in 2024.