Lauren Whiteman

Lauren Whiteman serves as the Director of the Office of Children and Youth with Specific Health Care Needs (OCYSHCN) at the Maryland Department of Health. OCYSHCN oversees follow-up for all newborn screening, including bloodspot screening, hearing screening, and heart disease screening, as well as manages other programs to support children and youth with specific health care needs. Ms. Whiteman has a Masters Degree in Health Policy and Programs and has focused her career on underserved populations