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Laronda Hollimon

Health Informatics Researcher & Cloud-Focused Technologist

Summary

Senior Research Associate who bridges research and implementation on interdisciplinary teams—turning real-world questions into usable tools and repeatable workflows. My published work focuses on digital health equity, and I collaborate closely with researchers, data scientists, and engineers to move projects from concept to delivery. I’m currently strengthening my cloud foundation through the Cloud Resume Challenge, with a focus on automation, reliability, and scalable systems.

Certifications

Experience

Senior Research Associate

University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Nov. 2021 – Present
Remote Work
  • Designed and facilitated an AWS Academy machine learning pilot program for a 5-member research team, delivering hands-on training in local LLMs, Docker, and production AI APIs
  • Technical liaison for Remote Health Monitoring web application, managing vendor coordination, user testing, and frontend contributions (React, GitHub)
  • Created a Google Sites--based digital literacy platform enabling underserved patient populations to develop computer and internet navigation skills
  • Provided technical expertise for research studies utilizing VR headsets, tablets, and wearable devices, ensuring data integrity and troubleshooting hardware and software issues
  • Led technical requirements gathering and vendor coordination for remote patient monitoring solution development across interdisciplinary stakeholder meetings

Research Data Associate

NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Mar. 2020 to Nov. 2021
Remote Work
  • Maintained 100% of enrollment targets during the COVID-19 pandemic by pivoting to remote recruitment strategies and screening 100+ patients through data analysis, phone outreach, and email campaigns
  • Produced health education video content addressing COVID-19 and health disparities for vulnerable communities
  • Reduced research study downtime by 40% through systematic troubleshooting and proactive technical solutions
  • Analyzed complex datasets across multiple research initiatives using statistical techniques and data visualization tools
  • Engineered and deployed REDCap telephone questionnaire instruments for structured data collection linked to 100+ participant informed consent documents

Volunteer Research Assistant

NYU Grossman School of Medicine

Sept. 2019 to Feb. 2020
New York, NY
  • Conducted sleep-diabetes research by gathering survey data through Qualtrics and performing statistical analyses
  • Synthesized qualitative insights from 15+ low-resource U.S. clinics through structured physician interviews, identifying diabetes care gaps
  • Translated PROMIS data into actionable visualizations by analyzing multi-stakeholder feedback from physicians and researchers

Computer Service Technician

New York City Department of Education

Feb. 2018 to Sept. 2018
The Bronx, NY
  • Exceeded departmental KPIs by 25% through consistent closure of 25+ tickets per week, improving educator and student access to learning technology
  • Achieved a 95% customer satisfaction rating by implementing systematic troubleshooting protocols during Remote Desktop support sessions
  • Maintained educational continuity during high-volume periods by prioritizing critical support tickets using streamlined triage processes

Field Technician

ASI System Integration

Sept. 2014 to Jan. 2018
The Bronx, NY
  • Resolved 500+ critical technical issues across enterprise environments, maximizing equipment uptime through expert diagnosis and rapid remediation
  • Minimized business disruption by quickly identifying root causes, performing component-level repairs, and verifying full functionality

Installer Technician

ASI System Integration

Aug. 2012 to Sept. 2014
The Bronx, NY
  • Led cross-functional installation teams of 3--5 technicians, achieving 95% on-time project delivery through effective resource planning and task delegation
  • Executed complex installations, migrations, and network configurations for Windows, Mac, and printer infrastructure while maintaining budget adherence
  • Expanded product knowledge across hardware and software ecosystems, enabling consultative customer conversations
  • Analyzed complex datasets across multiple research initiatives using statistical techniques and data visualization tools

Publications

  • Hollimon LA, Taylor KV, Fiegenbaum R, Carrasco M, Garchitorena Gomez L, Chung D, et al. Redefining and solving the digital divide and exclusion to improve healthcare: going beyond access to include availability, adequacy, acceptability, and affordability. Frontiers in Digital Health. 2025 Apr 22;7:1508686.
  • Moloney M, Rubio J, Palencia I, Hollimon L, Mejia D, Seixas A. R ural health research in the 21st century: A commentary on challenges and the role of digital technology. The Journal of Rural Health. 2025;41(1):e12903.
  • Blanc J, Scaramutti C, Carrasco M, Dimanche S, Hollimon L, Moore J, et al. I am Lifted Above the World: utilizing VR for stress reduction among perinatal women of color. Frontiers in Psychiatry. 2024;15.
  • Seixas A, Richards S, Moore JQ, Izeogu C, Hollimon LA, Jin P, Jean-Louis G. Precision Recruitment and Engagement of Individuals at Risk for Diabetes and Hypertension in Clinical Trials (PREDHICT): A Randomized Trial for an E-Persuasive Mobile Application to Inform Decision Making about Clinical Trials. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2023;20(23):7115.
  • Hollimon L, Williams ET, Seixas AA, Jean-Louis G, Torres JG, Chung DP, Volshteyn D, Moore J, Olaye IM. Wearable and nonwearable sleep-tracking devices. In: Methodological Approaches for Sleep and Vigilance Research (1st ed., pp. 212-233). ELSEVIER ACADEMIC PRESS; 2021.

Education

Master of Science in Medical Informatics

SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY

May 2017

Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems

Lehman College, CUNY, The Bronx, NY

June 2011

Certificate Program

Per Scholas, The Bronx, NY

April 2012

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