Shamia Roberts

Shamia is the Director of Viral Hepatitis Prevention and Clinical Services at the Tennessee Department of Health (TDH). In her role, she focuses on building hepatitis C treatment capacity within health departments and provides oversight to three navigation programs that aim to connect individuals to hepatitis C treatment and/or harm reduction services. Previously, Shamia worked as a Viral Hepatitis Case Navigator and Harm Reduction Resource Team Nurse, where she helped clients access viral hepatitis resources and supportive services. 

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is committed to collaboration, equity, excellence, compassion, integrity, and respect. Their mission is to protect, promote, and improve the health of people in Tennessee. TDH focuses on strategic initiatives that prioritize preventative care and aim to increase healthcare access for residents across the state's 95 counties, including those in rural areas.