Research Focus
Dr. Mercado's research examines systemic approaches that reduce health disparities and address social determinants of health among underserved populations.
About Dr. Micaela Mercado
Dr. Mercado worked as the Director of Research at Zone 126, in Astoria, Queens, where she led the organization’s implementation of a cross-system data initiative replicating the work promoted by the Harlem Children’s Zone, a transformative, collective impact model. In 2013, she joined New York University as a Research Associate in the area of translational research and implementation science. Dr. Mercado was appointed Assistant Commissioner at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, where she oversaw several city-wide initiatives that focused on reducing mental health disparities. Following her work at DOHMH, she joined Coordinated Behavioral Care, an independent practice association, leading research efforts to test innovative programming and approaches for improving clinical outcomes among underserved populations.